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Hamilton cleared over impeding in practice as Albon agrees it was not “dangerous” | Formula 1

The stewards have cleared Lewis Hamilton of impeding Alexander Albon during the first practice session.

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Only Aston Martin are further off their 2024 pace than Red Bull: Practice data | 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Friday practice analysis

While Alpine are already lapping quicker than they managed last year, Aston Martin and Red Bull were over a second slower on Friday.

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Norris leads McLaren one-two, Verstappen third as Tsunoda crashes | Formula 1

Lando Norris led a McLaren one-two in second practice for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, ahead of Max Verstappen. Yuki Tsunoda crashed.

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Follow the 2025 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix second practice session on RaceFans Live.

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Lawson was ‘sad and puzzled’ after Red Bull dropped him – Bayer | Formula 1

Liam Lawson found it difficult to comprehend Red Bull's decision to drop him just two rounds into his first season with them, according to his new team principal.

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Gasly leads Norris by seven-thousandths of a second in opening practice session | Formula 1

Pierre Gasly put Alpine on top in the first practice session for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, with McLaren and Ferrari close behind.

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Verstappen not leaving says Horner amid rumoured $300m bid by Aston Martin | Formula 1

Max Verstappen will not leave Red Bull at the end of this year, says Christian Horner, following rumours of a lucrative offer from Aston Martin.

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Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull bring upgrades again for Saudi Arabian Grand Prix | Formula 1

Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull have new parts for the second weekend in a row in Jeddah but Mercedes have not introduced any upgrades since the season began

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Tsunoda’s first two races at Red Bull went “slightly better than I thought” | Formula 1

Yuki Tsunoda said is pleased with the start he has made at Red Bull as he heads into his third event with the team.

Round-up: Vettel’s kart race for Saudi women, Schumacher helmet auction and more | RaceFans Round-up

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

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Hamilton making “drastic shift” in driving style to master Ferrari’s car | Formula 1

Lewis Hamilton said it will be difficult for him to adjust his driving style the way he needs to in order to get the best out of Ferrari's car this year.

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Verstappen: Frustration over Bahrain result behind manager and Marko’s ‘garage row’ | Formula 1

Max Verstappen said the reported row in Red Bull's garage between his manager and Helmut Marko was a result of the team's frustration at its performance in Bahrain.

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Drivers’ multi-year contracts ‘don’t mean anything if there’s an exit clause’ – Russell | Formula 1

George Russell says the Formula 1 driver market can be "ruthless" but he believes strong performances will be rewarded.

Verstappen rumours are good for Aston Martin, says Alonso | Formula 1

Fernando Alonso says rumours Max Verstappen will join Aston Martin are good for the team - but he doubts they will ever be team mates.

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Reid received support “from the very top of motorsport” after leaving FIA | Formula 1

Former FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid says many supporters have come forward but won't speak publicly for fear of retaliation.

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Leclerc revealed Ferrari strategy details to Gasly before Bahrain Grand Prix | Formula 1

Charles Leclerc revealed details of Ferrari's strategy information to Pierre Gasly before the Bahrain GP, then urged his team to attempt a single pit stop.

Lawson made “very significant step forward” in Bahrain – Mekies | Formula 1

Liam Lawson was eliminated in Q1 and finished 16th last weekend but team principal Laurent Mekies saw potential in his second race with Racing Bulls.

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