Motorsports
In search of the “antimax equation”
The Philosopher’s Stone and the Elixir of Eternal Life are just a few examples of how much humanity has fantasized about the idea of finding an element or substance that could turn everything into gold or give someone the greatest power possible. It’s just that. And that will be the “anti-Max style” that is currently being transferred to F1. Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren and Aston Martin have been on the road for months in search of what currently seems unachievable: their cars matching the level Max Verstappen can pull from Red Bull. continuing.
How long will Max’s overwhelming dominance last? As regulations are maintained over the years, the situation on the grid tends to level out. This trend began to emerge in 2023, the second year of the current rules. The year ended with all cars tightening up and anyone making a mistake potentially falling to Q1 or Q2, with performance varying greatly depending on each course. With the exception of Verstappen, everyone continued on on another planet.
Most worryingly for all his rivals, Max won the last event of the year by 17 seconds in a car that Red Bull had already warned was underdeveloped since mid-year. They gave themselves the luxury of focusing on the 2024 car, while the rest continued to put their energy and time into improving this year’s car. Hamilton’s reflection therefore makes a lot of sense. “Red Bull won by 17 seconds, but they haven’t touched the car since August or July, so you can guess where they will be next year.”
But his pursuers try. Alonso is confident Aston Martin can repeat the remarkable leap in performance it achieved last winter. And the green team also needs to improve its development during the course. Mercedes also believes they can grow after being away for two years. And Sainz has faith in Maranello, stressing that if McLaren takes a big step towards the second-to-last race midway through the season, Ferrari can turn things around this winter.Everyone dreams, but one thing is clear: Verstappen will be the clear favorite to win again.
Format changes for the 2024 sprint
Barring any changes to the current F1 driver grid, Logan Sargent’s continued stay at Williams has not been officially confirmed, but next year’s main changes will likely be related to the calendar. In 2023, 23 races were held, but due to the cancellation of Imola due to heavy flooding, 22 races were held. There will be 24 tests next year. I would like to keep an eye on what kind of sprint-style GP will be like.
The team is asking for changes in this regard. The idea of flipping the starting grid in sprint races is gaining momentum. It is possible that the World Championship rankings will be used as a reference, but it remains to be seen whether the sprint race points will be added to the Drivers’ World Championship or to a new accompanying competition.
Source: Mundo Deportivo
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There are growing rumors in the paddock that Red Bull is preparing to make a radical change to the livery of its car for the first time since 2015.
Ten years ago the Austrians created a design that they use today almost unchanged, with minor adjustments to the layout of elements and changes to the composition of sponsors.
According to multiple sources, the team decided to finally update its look, going back closer in spirit to the first look, inspired by the design of Red Bull energy drink cans. The team itself is already talking about this design on social networks and periodically directs its fans to it.
Let’s remember that the team was supposed to present its new uniform on January 15 at an event in the USA where Ford will also show off the design of the youth team. Due to the difference in time zones, the live broadcast of the event will start at 05:00 Kyiv time.
If Red Bull finally brings back chrome for the 2026 livery 👀
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— Autosport (@autosport) January 14, 2026
Source: Sport UA
Ruth Waterhouse is an author and sports journalist who writes for Sportish. She is known for her coverage of various sports events and her insightful analysis of sports-related news. With a passion for sports and a keen eye for detail, she has become a respected voice in the sports community.
Red Bull Ford seems to have decided to slow down with one of the most radical technical solutions on the eve of the start of the new regulations. The concept in question is an engine concept with an extreme 1:18 compression ratio, which is seen as a potential loophole in the regulations.
According to information received from the paddock, this configuration is not planned to be used in tests in Barcelona. The reason is quite ordinary; The risk level is very high. Although engineers expected a noticeable increase in power, at the same time serious doubts were raised about the stability of the engine in racing conditions.
The team fears that relying on aggressive architecture could lead to a wave of power unit failures early in the season. Therefore, the version that Red Bull Ford is ready to move away from this idea altogether, preferring a more balanced and predictable solution, is now increasingly heard.
Source: Sport UA
Ruth Waterhouse is an author and sports journalist who writes for Sportish. She is known for her coverage of various sports events and her insightful analysis of sports-related news. With a passion for sports and a keen eye for detail, she has become a respected voice in the sports community.
In Formula 1, the 2026 season will start a new technical era in the championship. The teams are preparing for radically changing regulations that will deliver a different car concept, updated aerodynamics and new generation power plants. This is the beginning of such rules, which often becomes a decisive moment not only for sporting results, but also for strategic decisions within teams.
2026 could be a decisive year for Ferrari. After several seasons in which the team regularly lost momentum due to mechanical limitations, Maranello decided to change its approach to the basic concept of the car.
Against this background, Charles Leclerc’s words are becoming increasingly important, according to the Italian publication autoracer.it. The Monegasque openly admitted that the start of the 2026 season will be decisive for his future at Ferrari. According to him, if the team cannot compete at a high level once again, this could put an end to its history of cooperation with Maranello.
Separately, the futures of Lewis Hamilton and team leader Frederic Vasseur are also in danger. For the seven-time world champion, 2026 could be a chance to highlight a new generation of cars that will better suit his driving style.
Source: Sport UA
Ruth Waterhouse is an author and sports journalist who writes for Sportish. She is known for her coverage of various sports events and her insightful analysis of sports-related news. With a passion for sports and a keen eye for detail, she has become a respected voice in the sports community.
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