In the round-up: A Bahraini human rights group has accused Formula 1 of “double standards” after the sport cancelled its Russian Grand Prix contract
In brief
Bahrain human rights group slams F1’s “double standard” after Russian GP cancelled
A Bahraini human rights group has accused Formula 1 of “double standards” after the sport cancelled its Russian Grand Prix contract.
The BBC reported that Bahrain Institute for Rights and Democracy director of advocacy Sayed Ahmed Alwadei had written to F1 president Stefano Domenicali, accusing F1 of contradicting their claim last year that the sport takes “violence, abuse of human rights and repression very seriously”.
The 2011 Bahrain Grand Prix was cancelled after civil unrest in the country during a wave of pro-democracy protests in nations across northern Africa and the Middle East.
The institute argued there was a “clear double-standard being applied with countries in the Middle East”, after F1 terminated its contract with promoters of the Russian Grand Prix following the Russian military invasion of Ukraine.
Krack a “straight forward, zero politics” team principal – Vettel
Sebastian Vettel says that new Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack is still “settling in” at the Silverstone-based team ahead of the opening race of the season.
Krack joined the team in February from BMW, where he was previously head of motorsport for the German marque. Vettel and Krack had worked together previously in Formula 1 during their time at BMW Sauber.
“Obviously he’s trying to catch up because he doesn’t know the team,” said Vettel.
“But I think he’s settling in. He’s really open, he’s approaching everybody. Easy to talk to, very straightforward, zero politics. I think he’s a great addition to the team.”
Verstappen keen to try endurance racing after F1
Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen says he would like to racing in endurance racing in the future.
The Red Bull driver recently signed a six year contract extension to stay with the team until the end of the 2028 season. In an interview on his website, Verstappen says he would like to try his hand at endurance racing in the future.
“In the distant future, I do want to race in other categories such as endurance racing where you share a car with two or three others,” he said. “Of course I always want to win, but enjoyment will be very important.”
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Links
Motor racing links of interest:
Netflix, Drive to Survive, and the New Cult of F1 Fandom (Vanity Fair)
Lando Norris, Daniel Ricciardo, George Russell, Pierre Gasly and Esteban Ocon are all featured as part of a fashion shoot for the latest issue of Vanity Fair.
‘You are our champ’: Prisoner in Bahrain jail sends letter to Lewis Hamilton (The Guardian)
"Lewis Hamilton has proved to be an inspiration for prisoners in Bahrain after demanding last year that Formula 1 takes responsibility for human rights issues in the countries it visits, with his car number, 44, being adopted by some inmates."
AMF1 uses AMR21 chassis to create unique sim for Sebastian's home (Aston Martin)
"Sebastian and the team decided to begin the process of building a simulator late in the 2021 campaign, and the project evolved into a set-up that included three screens and real physical parts from the AMR21. The design ensures Sebastian has a realistic driver-view behind the wheel, right up to the Honey Ryder decal behind the steering wheel and the AMR21's wing mirrors and headrest."
Vic Elford obituary: master of all he drove (Motorsport)
"He did try Formula 1, completing a baker’s dozen of races between 1968-71 but his first result, fourth in the 1968 French Grand Prix, would be the best of his single seater career."
title (https://www.thetimes.co.uk/article/drive-to-survive-how-the-netflix-hit-revolutionised-formula-1-dxt7rh5ff?utm_source=Twitterutm_campaign=formulautm_medium=branded_social)
"Fierce rivalries, outspoken characters and billions of pounds at stake. No, it’s not a new series of Succession but the latest instalment of Formula 1: Drive to Survive, the documentary that shows the human side of racing — and has revolutionised the sport."
Electric Dodge Muscle Car Could Have Suspension Tech Similar To Formula 1 (Muscle Cars and Trucks)
"When the Dodge electric muscle car hits the streets in 2024 it could show up with a high-performance pushrod suspension designed by Italian engineers."
Ultimate Guide To The 2022 Formula 3 Season (F1 via YouTube)
"New drivers, new tracks and a new team! FIA Formula 3 is set for another exciting season in 2022! Here's all you need to know..."
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