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07-05-2025
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Alpine promotes Franco Colapinto to replace Jack Doohan for the next 5 Formula 1 Grand Prix races
Alpine driver Pierre Gasly of France steers his car during the qualifying session for the Formula One Miami Grand Prix auto race, Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Alpine driver Jack Doohan of Australi in action during the the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix, in Sakhir, Sunday, April 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Alpine driver Jack Doohan of Australia walks through the paddock ahead of the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Alpine driver Jack Doohan of Australia and Flavio Briatore stand in the pit area before the qualifying session for the Formula One Miami Grand Prix auto race at the International Autodrome, Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Shawn Thew/Pool Photo via AP) Alpine driver Jack Doohan of Australia and Flavio Briatore stand in the pit area before the qualifying session for the Formula One Miami Grand Prix auto race at the International Autodrome, Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Shawn Thew/Pool Photo via AP) Alpine driver Pierre Gasly of France steers his car during the qualifying session for the Formula One Miami Grand Prix auto race, Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell) Alpine driver Jack Doohan of Australi in action during the the Formula One Bahrain Grand Prix, in Sakhir, Sunday, April 13, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Alpine driver Jack Doohan of Australia walks through the paddock ahead of the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Thursday, April 17, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Alpine driver Jack Doohan of Australia and Flavio Briatore stand in the pit area before the qualifying session for the Formula One Miami Grand Prix auto race at the International Autodrome, Saturday, May 3, 2025, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (Shawn Thew/Pool Photo via AP) LONDON (AP) — Formula 1 team Alpine has changed its driver lineup to promote Franco Colapinto for at least the next five Grand Prix races at the expense of Jack Doohan. Alpine confirmed the change Wednesday, a day after Oliver Oakes quit as team principal. The team said Flavio Briatore will continue as executive advisor and will cover Oakes' duties. Advertisement 'Colapinto will be paired with Pierre Gasly from the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, ahead of a new evaluation before the British Grand Prix in July," Alpine said in a statement. Alpine is ninth in the F1 constructors' standings. At Sunday's Miami Grand Prix, Doohan ran into another car on the opening lap and then crashed on the second lap. Media reports of a driver change were dismissed ahead of the Miami GP weekend by Oakes, who had indicated that the rookie Australian driver would still be in the seat at Imola. Doohan, who didn't score a point in his five races, will remain with the team as a reserve driver. ___ AP auto racing:
Toronto Sun
02-05-2025
- Automotive
- Toronto Sun
Max Verstappen delighted at birth of his first child with partner Kelly Piquet
Published May 02, 2025 • 1 minute read Second placed Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands gestures on the podium during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. Photo by Darko Bandic / AP Four-time defending Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen and partner Kelly Piquet have announced the arrival of their first child. 'Welcome to the world, sweet Lily,' Verstappen and Piquet wrote Friday on Instagram. 'Our hearts are fuller than ever — you are our greatest gift. We love you so much.' Verstappen had skipped Thursday activities at this weekend's Miami Grand Prix to be with his partner. The announcement gave no further details about the birth. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Verstappen and Piquet, the daughter of three-time F1 champion Nelson Piquet, went public with their relationship in 2021. She has a daughter, Penelope, with driver Daniil Kvyat that Verstappen is very close with but this was the first child for Verstappen. Verstappen, who has 64 career victories, has won the last four F1 titles. He's won just once this season as McLaren has shown an early edge over Red Bull headed into Sunday's race, the sixth of the season. He is third in the series standings. Verstappen won the first two Miami Grand Prix races, while Lando Norris of McLaren scored the first F1 victory of his career at this race last year. Check out our sports section for the latest news and analysis. Care for a wager? Head to our sports betting section for news and odds. Editorial Cartoons Sunshine Girls Toronto Maple Leafs Ontario Toronto & GTA
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02-05-2025
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Max Verstappen delighted at birth of his first child with partner Kelly Piquet
Second placed Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands gestures on the podium during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Four-time defending Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen and partner Kelly Piquet have announced the arrival of their first child. 'Welcome to the world, sweet Lily,' Verstappen and Piquet wrote Friday on Instagram. 'Our hearts are fuller than ever — you are our greatest gift. We love you so much.' Advertisement Verstappen had skipped Thursday activities at this weekend's Miami Grand Prix to be with his partner. The announcement gave no further details about the birth. Verstappen and Piquet, the daughter of three-time F1 champion Nelson Piquet, went public with their relationship in 2021. She has a daughter, Penelope, with driver Daniil Kvyat that Verstappen is very close with but this was the first child for Verstappen. Verstappen, who has 64 career victories, has won the last four F1 titles. He's won just once this season as McLaren has shown an early edge over Red Bull headed into Sunday's race, the sixth of the season. He is third in the series standings. Advertisement Verstappen won the first two Miami Grand Prix races, while Lando Norris of McLaren scored the first F1 victory of his career at this race last year. ___ AP auto racing:
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30-04-2025
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Formula 1: How to watch the Miami Grand Prix on TV and what to know
Race winner McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia, second right, poses with second placed Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands, left, and third placed Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc of Monaco, right, after the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia celebrates after winning the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia celebrates after winning the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025.(AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia celebrates on the podium after winning the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia celebrates on the podium after winning the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Race winner McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia, second right, poses with second placed Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands, left, and third placed Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc of Monaco, right, after the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia celebrates after winning the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia celebrates after winning the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025.(AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia celebrates on the podium after winning the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) MIAMI (AP) — Here's a guide that tells you what you need to know about Sunday's Miami F1 Grand Prix. It's the sixth round of the 2025 Formula 1 season. How to watch the Miami Grand Prix on TV Advertisement — In the U.S., ESPN. — Other countries are listed here. What is the Miami GP schedule? — Friday: First practice and qualifying for the sprint race. — Saturday: Sprint race and qualifying for the Grand Prix. — Sunday: Miami Grand Prix, 57 laps of the 5.4-kilometer (3.4-mile) Miami International Autodrome. Starts at 4 p.m. ET (2000 GMT) Where is the Miami Grand Prix taking place? The Miami International Autodrome brings a Florida party vibe to F1 with yachts set up on a mock harbor trackside as VIP viewing platforms. It's the fourth time F1 has visited the temporary track which loops around Hard Rock Stadium. Overtaking can be difficult and barriers close to the track punish mistakes. Max Verstappen won the first two races in Miami but last year there was a statement win for Lando Norris and McLaren. Heat and tire wear could favor McLaren again this year. Advertisement What happened in the last race? Oscar Piastri won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to become the first Australian to lead the F1 standings since 2010. The key moment was at the first corner when Piastri challenged Verstappen for the lead and the Dutch driver went off track and rejoined in front. Verstappen was given a penalty and lost the lead at his pit stop. McLaren remains the top team on all-round pace. Red Bull, Ferrari and McLaren have all challenged for wins on different tracks but haven't adapted well when conditions don't suit their cars. What do I need to know about F1 so far? Get caught up: Advertisement — McLaren driver Oscar Piastri wins F1's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to take overall lead — 'I cannot share my opinion': Max Verstappen stays tight-lipped on race-deciding penalty — Is the punishment for cursing in F1 too harsh? Racing boss hints at changes after driver backlash — General Motors' plans to supply Formula 1 engines from 2029 are approved by the FIA — FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem picks a longtime Ford partner for top sports role Key stats at Miami 3 — Oscar Piastri is aiming for his third win in a row. The last Australian driver to achieve that feat in F1 was Alan Jones in 1981. 0/3 — None of Miami's three Grand Prix races so far have been won by the driver who started on pole position. Norris won last year from fifth on the grid. Advertisement 77 — McLaren's lead in the constructors' championship over Mercedes, the only other team with even half of McLaren's 188-point haul. What they're saying 'I want to be leading (the championship) after round 24, not round five.' — Oscar Piastri. 'You can't share your opinion because it's not appreciated, apparently, or people can't handle the full truth.' — Max Verstappen refuses to discuss his crucial penalty at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. 'We just need a better car.' — Ferrari's Charles Leclerc after finishing third in Saudi Arabia. ___ AP auto racing:
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20-04-2025
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'I cannot share my opinion': Max Verstappen stays tight-lipped on race-deciding penalty
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands, left, steers his car followed by McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands steers his car followed by McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands, front, steers his car followed by McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Second placed Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands gestures on the podium during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Second placed Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands gestures on the podium during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands, left, steers his car followed by McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands steers his car followed by McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Altaf Qadri) Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands, front, steers his car followed by McLaren driver Oscar Piastri of Australia during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) Second placed Red Bull driver Max Verstappen of the Netherlands gestures on the podium during the Formula One Saudi Arabian Grand Prix at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Sunday, April 20, 2025. (AP Photo/Darko Bandic) JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Max Verstappen refused to discuss a time penalty which dropped him out of the lead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, saying after Sunday's race that he fears being punished for any criticism. Verstappen started on pole position and went off the track at the first corner under pressure from McLaren's Oscar Piastri. He kept the lead but received a five-second penalty for gaining an advantage by going off-track. That helped Piastri take his third Formula 1 win this season. Advertisement Verstappen told his Red Bull team over the radio during the race that he felt Piastri had forced him off the track. The four-time champion repeatedly refused to go into any more detail in a televised interview and a later news conference. 'The start happened, turn one happened and suddenly it was lap 50 (the last lap). It just all went super fast,' Verstappen said in response to one question. 'The problem is that I cannot share my opinion about it because I might get penalized also, you know, so it's better not to speak about it.' Verstappen indicated he was keeping quiet both because of potential 'trouble' with the governing body and because 'sometimes your words can be twisted.' 'I think it's just the world we live in," he added. "You can't share fully your opinion because it's not appreciated, apparently, or people can't handle the full truth.' Advertisement It's not the first time Verstappen has refused to discuss racing issues. Last year he kept his answers to a minimum at the Singapore Grand Prix after a punishment for swearing from the governing body, the FIA. Since then, the FIA has tightened its rules on misconduct to allow for large fines or even suspensions for drivers. The focus has largely been on punishments for swearing but the rules also cover comments which could cause 'moral injury or loss' to the FIA or its executives. Verstappen signaled that was his concern Sunday. 'I know that I cannot swear in here but at the same time, you can also not be critical or any kind of form that might harm or danger, or... Let me get the sheet out, there's a lot of lines," he said. 'That's why it's better not to talk about it because you can put yourself in trouble.' Advertisement Red Bull team principal Christian Horner called Sunday's penalty 'a very harsh decision' Despite the frustration over the penalty, Verstappen's second place was a strong recovery from a troubled run to sixth in Bahrain last week. Red Bull's lack of pace in that race prompted speculation Verstappen could even seek to leave the team if it can't provide a car capable of fighting for the title. ___ AP auto racing:
