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![Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after Hungarian Grand Prix on July 21, 2024. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after Hungarian Grand Prix on July 21, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
McLaren's team orders strategy under review after Hungary
Andrea Stella has acknowledged that McLaren might have to "reconsider" its strategy regarding team orders as the season moves forward and the championship becomes more intense.
10:39
![Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko before practice on March 22, 2024 Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko before practice on March 22, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Marko reveals tension at Red Bull for Belgian GP
Dr. Helmut Marko has disclosed a "tense" atmosphere prevailing in the Red Bull team garage as they prepare for the Belgian GP.
10:36
![Christijan Albers pictured in July 2007 Christijan Albers pictured in July 2007](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Albers thinks Newey's departure key to Red Bull troubles
Red Bull is currently grappling with the repercussions of several significant exits, former Formula 1 driver Christijan Albers observes.
Jul 23, 10:40
![Max Verstappen and Lando Norris at Spanish Grand Prix in June 2024. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris at Spanish Grand Prix in June 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Inside Verstappen's tumultuous weekend in Hungary
Just when it seemed Red Bull had resolved its internal power struggles and conflicts, Max Verstappen caused a significant disruption.
Jul 23, 10:39
![Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko before practice on March 22, 2024 Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko before practice on March 22, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Amid Red Bull tension, break urgently needed - Marko
Advisor Dr. Helmut Marko has openly acknowledged that Red Bull "urgently" needs the approaching Formula 1 summer break.
Jul 22, 08:15
![Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 4, 2024 Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 4, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Aston Martin drops hint about potential Newey signing
Two key individuals at Aston Martin's Formula 1 team seem to have given a significant indication of an upcoming major announcement.
Jul 22, 08:05
![Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after Hungarian Grand Prix on July 21, 2024. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after Hungarian Grand Prix on July 21, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Dominant McLaren faces backlash after Hungary 1-2
A landmark 1-2 finish by McLaren in Hungary concluded amidst widespread controversy after Lando Norris considered disobeying repeated team instructions to let Oscar Piastri finish first.
Jul 22, 08:00
![Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after Hungarian Grand Prix on July 21, 2024. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri after Hungarian Grand Prix on July 21, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
McLaren one-two as Norris allows Piastri to win Hungarian Grand Prix
Oscar Piastri wins the Hungarian Grand Prix in Budapest, his first success in Formula 1, but only after Lando Norris gifted him the lead in the closing stages.
Jul 21, 16:26
![Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko is interviewed after practice on May 24, 2024 Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko is interviewed after practice on May 24, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Marko hints at likely driver shakeup after Spa GP
The upcoming Belgian Grand Prix might mark Sergio Perez's final race steering a Red Bull car.
Jul 21, 08:10
![Red Bull's Max Verstappen reacts after finishing second in qualifying on June 22, 2024 Red Bull's Max Verstappen reacts after finishing second in qualifying on June 22, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Verstappen tells Red Bull to 'wake up' to declining car
Max Verstappen openly displayed his frustration on Saturday, stating some members at Red Bull need to "wake up" due to the team's diminishing results.
Jul 21, 08:05
![Lando Norris celebrates winning Miami Grand Prix on May 5, 2024. Lando Norris celebrates winning Miami Grand Prix on May 5, 2024.](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Norris shrugs off 'must win' label for Hungary GP
Lando Norris is attempting to alleviate the increasing expectations to accumulate grand prix victories.
Jul 21, 08:00
![Lando Norris at the United States GP on October 22, 2023 Lando Norris at the United States GP on October 22, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Lando Norris secures pole for Hungarian Grand Prix as Max Verstappen denied again
McLaren driver Lando Norris impressively takes pole position for Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.
Jul 20, 16:52
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New flexi-wing scrutiny may change F1 hierarchy
The competitive landscape in Formula 1 might soon undergo another transformation as the FIA intensifies its scrutiny of flexible front wings.
Jul 20, 08:25
![Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko before practice on March 22, 2024 Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko before practice on March 22, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Relief for Red Bull as key upgrade 'works' in Hungary
At the Hungarian GP, Red Bull's most significant car upgrade for the season "does what it's supposed to," a reassured Dr. Helmut Marko stated following Friday practice.
Jul 20, 08:05
![Carlos Sainz Jr in action for McLaren in April 2019 Carlos Sainz Jr in action for McLaren in April 2019](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Hungarian GP faces uncertainty after pitlane flooding
Suddenly, this weekend's Hungarian GP in Budapest is shrouded in a cloud of uncertainty.
Jul 18, 08:00
![Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko is interviewed after practice on May 24, 2024 Red Bull team advisor Helmut Marko is interviewed after practice on May 24, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Red Bull flags possible F1 rule-bending by McLaren
Red Bull has raised suspicions that its 2024 championship contender, McLaren, might be manipulating the rules to enhance tyre cooling.
Jul 17, 08:15
![Gunther Steiner at the British GP on July 9, 2023 Gunther Steiner at the British GP on July 9, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Haas holds back over rumoured Toyota collaboration
Haas has currently withheld extensive comments amidst swirling rumors that the compact American squad might be Toyota's pathway back into Formula 1.
Jul 12, 08:10
![Oscar Piastri at the Las Vegas GP on November 15, 2023 Oscar Piastri at the Las Vegas GP on November 15, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Piastri sees Norris' success as catalyst for improvement
Oscar Piastri remains optimistic despite being outperformed by his teammate Lando Norris, who is currently McLaren's top driver in 2024.
Jul 11, 08:25
![Sergio Perez during practice on June 7, 2024 Sergio Perez during practice on June 7, 2024](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
Calls intensity for Lawson to replace underperforming Perez
Two figures in Formula 1 have identified the driver they believe should urgently take over Sergio Perez's position at Red Bull.
Jul 11, 08:15
![Zak Brown at the Canadian GP on June 18, 2023 Zak Brown at the Canadian GP on June 18, 2023](https://sm.imgix.net/11/29/1x1.gif?w=1&h=1)
McLaren weighs switching to Red Bull engines - report
McLaren is actively assessing its engine options as it contemplates moving away from its current Mercedes supplier in light of the new regulatory changes set for 2026.
Jul 11, 08:00