Will Free Practice Sessions be Cancelled, More New Teams Entering F1 & Are McLaren Set To Improve

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This week on News from the Nerds James, Oli and Sam discuss the latest news circling the world of Formula 1:

WHO KNEW FREE PRACTICE WAS SO POPULAR?

Stefano Domenicali, F1 CEO since 2021, has already overseen the introduction of sprint races. Now he's taking aim at teams' ability to prepare during the F1 weekend. Stefano Domenicali has now caused a stir over the weekend by suggesting he’s looking to get rid of free practice. But what did he actually say?

https://www.formulanerds.com/news/is-domenicali-going-to-scrap-f1-free-practice-sessions/

A MASSIVE WEEKEND FOR MCLAREN

McLaren F1 has announced that they’ll be switching their organisational structure to split up the Technical Director role. McLaren’s former Technical Director, James Key, has left the team. Replacing him is Peter Prodromou, whose title will be Technical Director – Aerodynamics, David Sanchez as Technical Director – Car Concept and Performance, and Neil Houldey as Technical Director – Engineering and Design.

https://www.formulanerds.com/news/breaking-mclaren-announces-key-organisational-changes/

A NEW TEAM TO F1 INCOMING?

An equal gender racing team led by former BAR team boss Craig Pollock has revealed plans to join the Formula 1 grid in 2026. The project, named Formula Equal, is planning to split its workforce at 50% between men and women and be based in the Middle East.

https://readmotorsport.com/2023/03/29/ex-bar-boss-pollock-reveals-equal-gender-f1-team-project-for-2026-entry/

WILL AUDI'S F1 TEAM CHALLENGE FOR THE FRONT?

Audi continues to assert itself as a team to be reckoned with as Audi Formula Racing CEO Adam Baker sheds light on the manufacturer’s F1 ambitions.

https://www.formulanerds.com/news/audi-realistic-goal-to-fight-at-front-of-f1-grid/
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