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Time of India
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
'He'll be fine': Yuki Tsunoda wins initial praise from Red Bull Racing in bid to hone qualifying rhythm
Yuki Tsunoda (via Getty Images) Yuki Tsunoda 's move to Red Bull Racing has already won early acclaim from the team's senior personnel, with Chief Engineer Paul Monaghan calling the Japanese driver a quality signing who is 'settling in well'. The one-time Racing Bulls driver, who replaced Liam Lawson at the Japanese Grand Prix, has already earned points and qualified in Q3 on several occasions—but says he still needs to improve, particularly in qualifying, where Max Verstappen remains unstoppable. Operation Sindoor 'Pakistan army moving its troops in forward areas': Key takeaways from govt briefing 'Pak used drones, long-range weapons, jets to attack India's military sites' 'Attempted malicious misinformation campaign': Govt calls out Pakistan's propaganda Yuki Tsunoda settles in well with Red Bull Racing, but Q3 consistency still a distant dream Yuki Tsunoda: The First Japanese Driver at Red Bull Racing Having been overlooked for a promotion previously, Yuki Tsunoda at last won a permanent place at Red Bull Racing with three-time world champion Max Verstappen. Since arriving, he has posted Q3 outings in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and Miami, and picked up points in two of the previous three races—including the Miami Sprint. However, for all these encouraging signs, Yuki Tsunoda is still behind Max Verstappen in outright qualifying pace and admits it is still a learning curve to get the maximum out of the RB21 in Q3. Red Bull Racing's Paul Monaghan provided a blunt but upbeat assessment of Yuki Tsunoda 's early inputs. 'He seems to be settling in really well, actually. It's not the easiest circumstances to step into,' Monaghan commented. 'He came in, he's been forthright in his feedback, he's been courteous, he's been a good team member. He's been a little bit unlucky at times, lucky at others… He's finding his feet. He's not afraid to speak his mind, he states what he wants and what he doesn't like, which is good. He's in the team, he's a good member of it, and he'll be fine." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Tsunoda, before the Miami Grand Prix , admitted the region where he needs to improve. 'To be completely honest, the last few races, I wasn't able to put it all together in Q3,' he said during a Thursday press conference. 'I built up more through Q1 and Q2, and Q3 is certainly more of a push. If you push slightly more than the car can handle, even 2% more than what the car wants, it just reacts super differently to what I'm used to. I can't predict it yet. That will come with experience at Red Bull. I definitely haven't been able to extract the performance in Q3. It's something I need to work on. If I can qualify higher, there's a better chance of scoring points. You can be more flexible with the team on strategy. Definitely a priority area to work on.' Also read: Ahead of Miami GP F1 driver Yuki Tsunoda reflects on his journey from VCARB to Red Bull Despite Red Bull Racing's recent growth, the margin to McLaren is a pressing concern. But for now, internal development — both of the car and of Yuki Tsunoda — remains the priority.
Daily Mirror
08-05-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Mirror
Mercedes promise 'sexy' car upgrades to build on dominant start to F1 season
George Russell's run of podiums and a strong start to life in Formula 1 for Kimi Antonelli have helped Mercedes to a strong start to the 2025 season, though they have been cut adrift of leaders McLaren Mercedes have promised their drivers "more obvious" upgrades after their best start to a Formula 1 season for four years. McLaren have dominated the season so far and are more than 100 points ahead of their nearest challengers already. It's the Silver Arrows closest to them with George Russell stepping up in Lewis Hamilton's absence to lead the team admirably. Third place in Miami on Sunday was the Brit's fourth podium of the year already and teenage team-mate Kimi Antonelli has also made an impressive start. Mercedes plan to back their drivers with car improvements on the horizon. "We have actually been bringing upgrades," said technical director James Allison. "They're not particularly enormous or sexy, but they've been coming in a steady trickle. "There's some that will be more obvious to the outside world in the next handful of races. With a bit of luck, they'll improve our fortunes. We're a quarter of the way through the season already. It's been coming at the teams hard and fast. "It's quite difficult to get upgrades to the car when the races are coming at you in this sort of fashion. Hopefully, the ones that happen in the next two or three races will move the dial a bit for us. We will also continue to try to work on the tyre temperature in the races, that will also improve our fortunes." Qualifying has been a particular strength for Mercedes so far this year. Russell has regularly been a contender for pole while 18-year-old Antonelli became F1's youngest pole-sitter in any format by a long way when he secured top spot for the Miami Sprint. Inexperience at the first corner and a clash with Max Verstappen in the pit lane cost him but the race pace isn't quite where it needs to be yet for Mercedes. And Allison admitted that as he assessed their chances of fighting for success at Imola next Sunday. He said: "Because we've been pretty strong in qualifying for the first several races, I think we can expect to have an okay shout of getting the car reasonably well up the grid in qualifying. With a bit of luck, the upgrades might make that a bit better still. "But the main thing we'll be focusing on is trying to get that race pace under control, trying to make sure that we deliver on the promise of our Saturdays on the Sunday." Team principal Toto Wolff expanded on that after watching Russell finish third but more than 30 seconds adrift of both McLaren cars in Miami. He said: "We have a really fast car, but we're just not good with the tyres over an extended run and McLaren shows how it's being done to a degree. I think that Red Bull, with Max, they're managing it better. "I would say we are solid in what we're doing but [McLaren] are definitely doing an excellent job, by being able to go fast around the corners without overheating them. So, this is what we need to look up to and engineer our way out of the topic."
Time of India
04-05-2025
- Climate
- Time of India
Doubts emerge over Miami Grand Prix as severe thunderstorm warning issued around race time, could be cancelled
Image credit: Formula 1 The Miami Sprint faced a decent intensity of showers on Saturday, which led many to end up hitting the chicane or taking a spin. But the situation can be far worse at the time of the Sunday race, as the weather department has forecast severe thunderstorms and lightning in Miami for early evening. And this has left the FIA to make a decision on cancelling the race if it is delayed but the thunderstorm stays for long. Why is there a chance of cancelling the Miami Grand Prix when it can be postponed? Because the F1 Academy race , to be held during the day on Sunday, was cancelled after it was delayed but the rain and storm didn't slow down. This left many wondering if the main race could also be cancelled in such a case. According to the FIA rules, a race has to end within three hours, including red flags. So if the weather doesn't get better, the race may probably be cancelled. Latest weather forecast for Miami Grand Prix According to the National Weather Service Miami-South Florida has stated: 'Scattered thunderstorms are expected today. A few strong to severe storms are possible this afternoon into early evening across the Lake Region and East Coast Metro.' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Adidas Three Shorts With 60% Discount, Limited Stock Available Original Adidas Shop Now Undo Its advisory also states: 'If thunderstorms are forecast, organisers should consider cancelling or postponing the activity or event.' What can happen if there is very heavy rain and lightning during the race? Intense rain is a serious issue as it reduces visibility and grip. Number 17, Jules Bianchi, died after suffering serious injuries while racing in heavy rain during the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix. He was in a coma for nine months before his death, after which number 17 was retired forever in his honour. As a learning lesson, the FIA made the halo cockpit protection device mandatory in all open-wheel championships. Despite the device being used even now, the FIA may not take a chance after Charles Leclerc hit the wall a day before while moving on the wet track towards the grid before the start of the F1 Sprint. Also Read: Miami Grand Prix 2025 Qualifying results: Max Verstappen wins pole position, Kimi Antonelli grabs third spot Red Bull's Max Verstappen won the pole position in the Miami Grand Prix Qualifying. He will be followed by McLaren's Lando Norris and then Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli on the grid.
Daily Mail
03-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Idris Elba and his glamorous wife Sabrina put on a very loved-up display as they cosy up at the Monaco E-Prix
Idris Elba and his wife Sabrina put on a loved-up display as they led the stars at the Monaco E-Prix in Monte Carlo on Saturday. The Luther actor, 52, and his Canadian model partner, 35, cosied up for photos together at the Jaguar TCS Racing launch event. Idris cut a sporty figure as he sported a racing polo shirt and beige trousers, which he styled with checkered slip-on pumps. Meanwhile, Sabrina showcased her incredible figure in a plunging cream maxi dress, which she teamed with a pair of brown sandals. She added a pair of oval sunglasses to accessorise and toted her essentials in a lavish Louis Vuitton bag to complete the look. She sweetly held on to Idris' arm as they smiled for several photos, looking every-inch the happy couple. Other notable names at the swanky event included actress Ellie Bamber, director and producer Anthony Byrne and actor Emmett J. Scanlan. Mancunian rapper Bugzy Malone was also present, while presenter David Harewood also made up the guest list. Ellie, 28, also stormed the arrivals at another Jaguar party in Monaco on Friday night as she made the most of the glitzy festivities. For the occasion, she sported a glamorous black two-piece suit which she paired with a glitzy bra to show off her toned midriff. She will soon be starring in an upcoming Kate Moss biopic focusing on her now iconic collaboration with celebrated figurative painter Lucian Freud. Kate was 28 years old and well-established as one of Britain's most successful fashion models when Freud painted her in the nude, an arduous nine-month project carried out at the artist's Holland Park home in 2002. Directed by James Lucas, the appropriately titled Moss & Freud will feature rising star Ellie as the supermodel in what could arguably be her most challenging role to date. He came third place in the Miami Sprint race, with Lando Norris celebrating first place and Oscar Piastri in second English actress Ellie Bamber, 28, cut a stylish figure as she attended the launch of the new Jaguar event to kickstart the Monaco E-Prix weekend on Friday The task at hand is all the more daunting given she was handpicked by Kate, but those charting her career - including the supermodel, a self-confessed fan - will know the role is in safe hands. Ellie was born in Surrey to investment banker father David and mother Zoe, who now works as her manager. Mainstream success would soon follow, with the then 15-year-old starring alongside Cold Feet star Hermione Norris and Martin Clunes in 2012 miniseries A Mother's Son. It would be the first of many carefully chosen TV roles, with Ellie taking another small part in The Musketeers before emerging as a star in her own right with the lead in a 2018 adaptation of Les Misérables.
Time of India
03-05-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
Miami Grand Prix Sprint: Lando Norris wins, Oscar Piastri second, Lewis Hamilton finally returns to podium
Image credit: Formula 1 Lando Norris seems to have his way with the rain every time it gets tough on the track. The McLaren driver was extremely hungry for a victory and went on to win the rain-hit F1 Sprint at the Miami Grand Prix on Saturday. He had won the first race of the season in Melbourne, the Australian Grand Prix, which too was held under storm and rain. His Sprint race win in Miami comes a year after he had won his first ever Formula 1 race at the Miami Grand Prix last year. Miami Sprint 2025 results Lando Norris' Sprint race win in Miami will be as special as his first career win in the city. On the second spot is his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri , who has already won three out of five races this season. On the third spot is Lewis Hamilton of Ferrari. This too is good news for Hamilton fans who were eagerly waiting to see him on the podium again. The 40-year-old F1 star won the first F1 Sprint of the season in Shanghai. — F1 (@F1) by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Co-Founder of Google Brain, Andrew Ng, Is Reported To Have Read Every... Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The F1 Sprint was suspended by 28 minutes due to heavy rain and low visibility. Even before the race could start, Ferrari's Charles Leclerc crashed into the wall on his way to the grid. He couldn't participate in the Sprint. During the race, Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso had a terrible crash into the wall which left a lot of debris on the track. He ejected from the car safely. The Sprint also couldn't go as planned for Max Verstappen who was handed over a 10-second penalty for an unsafe release, which pushed him far behind in the list. Lando Norris on why he was so desperate for a win For many weeks, Norris had been venting his frustration on not get a second win this season after the one in Australia. Talking about why he was so hard on himself, he had said in an interview with Formula 1, 'Sometimes I have excuses for things, [but] I'm never proud of using any of them, and 95% of the time I think that I can do a better job, no matter what it was. Maybe the car wasn't quick enough, but I thought, 'I still could have done this better, I could have done that better'.' Also Read: Charles Leclerc crashes into wall even before starting F1 Sprint, hours after saying he 'will try to do something special with the start' 'I've always been very hard on myself, because I've never been hard on anyone else… I've never been hard on my team, my mechanics, the car, the set-up. I've always worked on myself more than I've ever blamed anyone, let's say, and that's just made me into the person that I am.' He had said that kind of mentality makes him work on himself. And the results are already visible.
