With overtaking increased by most measurable metrics so far in 2022, is it now time for Formula 1 to do away with the controversial Drag Reduction System?
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Will has been a RaceFans contributor since 2012 during which time he has covered F1 test sessions, launch events and interviewed drivers. He mainly contributes to Formula One race weekend and pre-season test coverage, and also has the enviable job of reviewing the official Formula One game and other motor sport titles to the test.
‘I’ll always be that thorn in Domenicali’s side’: Hamilton isn’t done with F1, on or off-track
Interview
Posted onLewis Hamilton reveals the guilt he feels over his mistakes, his respect for Sebastian Vettel and how he’ll keep fighting for equality in F1 after he retires.
Hamilton “definitely” planning longer stay in F1 after tough 2022 campaign
2022 F1 season
Posted onLewis Hamilton reveals his controversial 2021 title defeat and troubled 2022 campaign have motivated him to “stay longer” in F1.
Binotto: Three power units ‘too few’ for current calendar
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Three power units for a season not enough, says Binotto • Tost ‘hung up’ on Alguersuari after Red Bull dropped him • F3 test drivers announced
Next two months of development “crucial” for Mercedes’ 2023 chances – Wolff
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Next two months “crucial” for Mercedes’ 2023 hopes • Power already thinking of 2023 IndyCar title • Morgatto wins karting world championship
What single-seater drivers not in F1 deserve a chance at a grand prix debut?
Debates and Polls
Posted onAs the F1 silly season reaches its peak, which drivers in Formula 2, Formula 3, IndyCar, Super Formula or W Series deserve a chance in Formula 1?
Bottas – Slow upgrade production a ‘weakness’ of Alfa Romeo
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Alfa Romeo’s slow upgrade speed “one of our weaknesses” – Bottas • Michel not looking to expand F2, F3 grid • Gasly’s obstacles to Alpine switch removed
Caption Competition 194: Rocky relationship
Caption Competition
Posted onActor Sylvester Stallone hung out with Red Bull’s Christian Horner during last weekend’s Italian Grand Prix. Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?
Red Bull halts effort to bring Herta into F1 next year
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Red Bull call off Herta superlicence push • Rasmussen takes F1 esports third round • D’Ambrosio leaves Maserati Formula E team
2022 Italian Grand Prix driver ratings
2022 Italian Grand Prix
Posted onAnother race defined by grid penalties and an unexpected debutante making a strong impression. Here are the RaceFans driver ratings for the Italian Grand Prix.
Albon out of intensive care after “respiratory failure” post-operation
2022 F1 season
Posted onAlexander Albon will return to the UK on Tuesday, Williams has announced, after he suffered unexpected medical complications following an operation for appendicitis in Italy.
F2 champion Drugovich joins Aston Martin’s new driver development programme
2022 F1 season
Posted onNewly-crowned Formula 2 champion Felipe Drugovich has joined Aston Martin as the first member of its new Formula 1 driver development programme.
Verstappen grabs fifth straight win as Ferrari find beating him “impossible” at home
2022 Italian Grand Prix review
Posted onFerrari’s efforts to deny Max Verstappen another win were thwarted by Red Bull’s speed and the controversial decision not to restart the Italian Grand Prix.
“Proud” De Vries keeps debut point score after stewards issue reprimand
2022 Italian Grand Prix
Posted onNyck de Vries says his Formula 1 future is “out of my control” despite scoring points on his grand prix debut in Monza.
Should the Italian Grand Prix have finished behind the Safety Car?
Debates and polls
Posted onCharles Leclerc said the failure to restart the Italian Grand Prix was a “joke”. Was it the right decision to end the race behind the Safety Car?
Verstappen beats Leclerc to Monza win as race ends behind Safety Car
2022 Italian Grand Prix summary
Posted onMax Verstappen won the Italian Grand Prix at Monza ahead of Charles Leclerc as the race ended behind the Safety Car.
Tsunoda vows to avoid “stupid moves” after reaching eight penalty points
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Tsunoda to avoid “stupid moves” • Vips’ future “looking quite difficult” • Bearman needs “miracle” to win F3 title
Leclerc believes he can halt Verstappen’s winning run after unexpected pole position
2022 Italian Grand Prix pre-race analysis
Posted onCharles Leclerc has a golden opportunity to boost Ferrari’s morale in Monza after taking pole, but Red Bull’s downforce gamble could prove a wise move.
De Vries pleased with qualifying debut despite accidental brake balance error
2022 Italian Grand Prix
Posted onNyck de Vries says he had a “decent” first qualifying session in Formula 1, reaching Q2 after an unexpected call-up to replace Alexander Albon.
Leclerc puts Ferrari on pole at Monza, Russell takes second after penalties
2022 Italian Grand Prix qualifying
Posted onCharles Leclerc secured pole position for the Italian Grand Prix by beating Max Verstappen by a tenth of a second at Monza.