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🏎️ Hamilton Breaks Drought with Emotional British GP Win
Jordan Williams
July 09, 2024
In this week’s email:
Hamilton with emotional British GP win 🏆
Oliver Bearman to Race for Haas 🏎️
Apple Unveils Title of Brad Pitt's F1 Movie 🎥
RB Concern Grows Over Perez's Performance 👀
Hamilton with emotional British GP win 🏆
Lewis Hamilton won the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, which ended a 945-day victory drought. This marks a deeply emotional moment in his storied F1 career.
Despite his unparalleled success, Hamilton had been grappling with self-doubt and challenges with his pending move to Ferrari. The win was celebrated with tears and embraced by his family. Providing renewed confidence and affirming his place in F1 history despite recent setbacks about his future performance.
Below are the results from the top 10 finishers from the race:
Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes)
Max Verstappen (Red Bull)
Lando Norris (McLaren)
Oscar Piastri (McLaren)
Carlos Sainz (Ferrari)
Niko Hulkenberg (Haas)
Lance Stroll (Aston Martin)
Fernando Alonso (Aston Martin)
Alex Albon (Williams)
Yuki Tsunoda (RB)
Other things to note:
McLaren’s strategic errors prevented them from securing a potential victory. Despite a strong start with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri leading, McLaren's decisions during pit stops proved decisive.
For the first time since July 2022, Verstappen has gone two races without a victory.
There now have been 6 different winners in the last 12 races.
Oliver Bearman to Race for Haas 🏎️
Oliver Bearman has been announced as a driver for Haas F1 in the 2025 season, marking his debut in F1. He joins the team on a multi-year deal and will be the fourth British driver on the grid alongside Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, and Lando Norris.
Bearman's selection follows a standout performance as a substitute for Ferrari earlier this year at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Where he finished an impressive seventh. His journey to F1 includes success in lower categories and a role in the Ferrari Driver Academy, highlighting his rapid rise in motorsport.
Apple Unveils Title of Brad Pitt's F1 Movie 🎥
Apple, Formula One, and Warner Bros. are collaborating on a highly anticipated movie titled "F1", featuring Brad Pitt and co-produced by Lewis Hamilton. Scheduled for release on June 25, 2025, the film has been in production under the direction ofJerry Bruckheimer.
Hamilton has been deeply involved, contributing to the script to ensure authenticity in depicting the world of F1 racing. Filming has taken place during real F1 events. Including scenes on the paddock and grid during race weekends.
Despite rumors of a $300 million budget, Hamilton refuted these claims. Filming will continue at various Grand Prix events leading up to the movie's release.
Red Bull's Concern Grows Over Sergio Perez's Performance 👀
Red Bull is concerned about Sergio Perez's recent performance in Formula 1, deeming it unsustainable. Perez risks activating a clause in his contract due to his underwhelming results, which could lead to his dismissal.
Despite a strong start to the season, Perez has struggled to score points, especially compared to his teammate Max Verstappen. Red Bull's lead in the constructors' championship is at risk, prompting consideration of alternatives to Perez. Though no clear replacement is evident.
Liam Lawson, the reserve driver, is being eyed as a potential option following impressive showings in previous outings. Red Bull management will closely monitor Lawson's upcoming test runs to assess his readiness for a possible promotion to the main team.
2024 Qualifying H2Hs 📊
VER 12-0 PER
ALB 12-0 SAR
BOT 11-1 ZHO
RUS 10-2 HAM
TSU 9-3 RIC
HUL 9-3 MAG
NOR 9-3 PIA
OCO 8-4 GAS
LEC 7-4 SAI
ALO 7-5 STR