Zhou Guanyu argues that there is no scenario where it is safe for a recovery vehicle or crane to be deployed onto a race track in wet conditions.
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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.
FIA ‘offer Red Bull agreement’ over cost cap breach
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: FIA ‘offer Red Bull agreement’ over cost cap breach • Haas unveil title sponsor for 2023 • Williams to miss F2 finale
‘Sausage’ kerbs removed from five corners at COTA after 2021 crashes
2022 United States Grand Prix
Posted onOrange ‘sausage’ kerbs have been removed from five corners at the Circuit of the Americas following crashes in support races at last year’s United States Grand Prix.
FIA to publish findings of inquiry into use of crane during Japanese GP
2022 Japanese Grand Prix
Posted onThe FIA are set to publish their findings from an investigation into “procedural issues” at the Japanese Grand Prix which left drivers furious when a crane was left on track.
New rule added on drivers abandoning cars after Russell’s Silverstone retirement
2022 F1 season
Posted onThe FIA has introduced a new rule stating any Formula 1 driver who abandons their car will be considered to have withdrawn from the session.
Why taking a year out in 2023 may not improve Ricciardo’s chances of returning to F1
2023 F1 season
Posted onDaniel Ricciardo looks increasingly likely to be off the Formula 1 grid in 2023, but is aiming for a return the year after. How realistic a prospect is that?
Singapore F1 track to temporarily remove four corners as new stadium is built
2022 F1 season
Posted onThe Singapore Grand Prix track layout will change next year and again in subsequent seasons when a new stadium section is completed.
Breaching budget cap an act of “cheating” – Brown
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Breaching budget cap an act of “cheating” – Brown • Final COTA turn named in Andretti’s honour • Browning wins GB3 title
Red Bull to clinch constructors title amid budget cap row? Six US GP talking points
2022 United States Grand Prix
Posted onRed Bull are set to clinch the constructors championship this weekend but the FIA has revealed the team did not comply with the budget cap in 2021.
Haas wants more points from Schumacher after crashes “cost a fortune”
2022 F1 season
Posted onHaas F1 owner Gene Haas says that Mick Schumacher’s crashes have “cost a fortune” and he “needs to bring some points” to show he deserves a seat in 2023.
Andretti drives 2013 McLaren MP4-28a at age 82
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Andretti drives 2013 McLaren at age 82 • Alonso protege Bortoleto wins FREC race • Dutch F1 ticket scammer arrested
Red Bull’s focus on constructors’ title and second place for Perez – Horner
2022 F1 season
Posted onChristian Horner says that Red Bull’s focus is now on securing the constructors’ championship and second place in the drivers’ championship for Sergio Perez.
Has the new Friday practice rookie driver rule been worthwhile?
Debates and Polls
Posted onIs the rule compelling all teams to run rookie drivers in free practice sessions twice this season a good one? Have your say in our poll.
Improving poor starts “critical” to keeping ahead of Aston Martin, says Alfa Romeo
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Improving starts “critical” say Alfa Romeo • Aron holds off David in first FREC Catalunya race • Mercedes junior Antonelli wins German F4 title
Caption Competition 196: Drinks are on Adrian
Caption Competition
Posted onWhat was so amusing for Adrian Newey, Christian Horner and Helmut Marko when Newey did the drinks round? Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?
Why De la Rosa is convinced Alonso remains one of F1’s top three talents at 41
2022 F1 season
Posted onFernando Alonso is still one of the top three drivers in Formula 1 at the age of 41, says Pedro de la Rosa.
Teams share responsibility for F1’s confusing rules – Seidl
RaceFans Round-up
Posted onIn the round-up: Teams responsible for rule confusion – Seidl • Boroumand takes first Esports race win • Formula E claims record TV audiences
Former F1 driver De la Rosa joins Aston Martin as team ambassador
2022 F1 season
Posted onFormer Formula 1 racer Pedro de la Rosa has joined Aston Martin as a ‘brand ambassador’ in a move that will see him reunite with Fernando Alonso.
2022 Japanese Grand Prix driver ratings
2022 Japanese Grand Prix
Posted onA rain-shortened race at Suzuka tested drivers’ skills more than most races this year despite it being half the length. Here’s RaceFans’ driver ratings for the Japanese Grand Prix.
W Series cancels final races of 2022 and declares Chadwick champion
W Series
Posted onFinancial problems have forced W Series to end its third season early, but the championship’s CEO is confident it will return in 2023.