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Verstappen sounds Red Bull alarm as Hamilton makes major comparison – RacingNews365 Review

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Max Verstappen has outlined he does not expect Red Bull will be the fastest team on the grid at the season-opening round in Australia.

Red Bull has entered the last four F1 seasons in a clear front-running position and has emerged victorious at the opening round in 2023 and 2024.

READ MORE: Verstappen delivers alarming Red Bull pecking order verdict

Hamilton issues staggering Ferrari v Mercedes comparison claim

Lewis Hamilton has shared his early feelings regarding the Ferrari F1 car after his first experience at pre-season testing.

The seven-time champion jumped behind the wheel of the SF-25 on Wednesday morning to take part in his first official session as a Ferrari driver.

READ MORE: Hamilton issues staggering Ferrari v Mercedes comparison claim

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Sainz admits he is ‘lost’ with new Williams F1 car

Carlos Sainz has explained why he still feels "a bit lost" in the cockpit of the Williams FW47, his car for the 2025 F1 season.

The Spanish driver made the switch from Ferrari to the Grove-based squad over the winter and headlined the second day of pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit, finishing top after a full day of running.

READ MORE: Sainz admits he is ‘lost’ with new Williams F1 car

Red Bull accuse F1 rivals of rear wing trick

F1 teams could be subject to fresh scrutiny from the FIA after new accusations over the operation of a “mini-DRS” have come to light.

Every F1 squad was present in Bahrain this week to take part in pre-season testing ahead of the new campaign, which kicks off in two weeks' time with the Australian Grand Prix.

READ MORE: Red Bull accuse F1 rivals of rear wing trick

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Herbert makes stunning claim over sudden FIA sacking

Former F1 steward Johnny Herbert has shared details of his sudden dismissal from his role within the FIA.

Herbert attended a number of races as an F1 steward in recent seasons as he helped police the on-track action between drivers.

READ MORE: Herbert makes stunning claim over sudden FIA sacking

Alpine fail to shut down Doohan Colapinto swap rumour

Alpine boss Oliver Oakes has failed to completely shut down a rumour of a potential swap of Jack Doohan and Franco Colapinto when asked by RacingNews365.

Argentine Colapinto was signed as a reserve driver over the winter from Williams, with Australian Doohan said to be on a five or six-race contract to prove his worth to the team as he starts his rookie season. 

READ MORE: Alpine fail to shut down Doohan Colapinto swap rumour

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