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Paul Hensby

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Long time motorsport fanatic, covering Formula 1 and the occassional other series. Feel free to give him a follow on Twitter at @Paul11MSport.
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Formula E

Mercedes’ Ian James: “This success we've had together in Formula E is just phenomenal”

By Paul Hensby
August 18, 2022
1 Mins read

The Mercedes-EQ Formula E Team bowed out of Formula E after the Seoul E-Prix despite winning both the Drivers’ and Teams’ titles for a second consecutive season.

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Formula E

Nyck de Vries: “A disappointing end to my race, but a fantastic result for the team”

By Paul Hensby
August 18, 2022
1 Mins read
Nyck de Vries ended his Formula E campaign with a retirement in Seoul, but he was pleased to see his Mercedes team win both World titles.
Formula E

Vandoorne Celebrates Formula E Title Win: “The whole season has just been great”

By Paul Hensby
August 18, 2022
1 Mins read
Stoffel Vandoorne was crowned the 2021-22 ABB FIA Formula E World Drivers’ Champion after finishing second in race two of the Seoul E-Prix on Sunday.
Formula 1

‘Porpoising’ and Roll Bar Concerns Addressed in 2023 Technical Regulation Changes

By Paul Hensby
August 16, 2022
2 Mins read
2023 Technical regulation changes addressing ‘aerodynamic porpoising’ within Formula 1 and roll hoop deficiencies have been announced by the FIA on Tuesday.
Formula 1

FIA Announces Finalised Formula 1’s 2026 Engine Regulations

By Paul Hensby
August 16, 2022
2 Mins read
After months of discussions, the 2026 Formula 1 engine regulations have finally been confirmed.
Formula 1

‘No Worries’ About Alonso’s Alpine Commitments Throughout Rest of 2022 - Szafnauer

By Paul Hensby
August 16, 2022
1 Mins read
Otmar Szafnauer has no doubts that Fernando Alonso will give it his all during his final nine races with Alpine in 2022 ahead of his move to Aston Martin.
Formula 1

Robert Shwartzman Thrilled to get Scuderia Ferrari Free Practice Opportunities

By Paul Hensby
August 12, 2022
2 Mins read
Robert Shwartzman is pleased to have been given the chance by Ferrari to run both of their mandatory young driver free practice sessions in 2022.
Formula 1

Szafnauer Expecting Piastri Contract Battle to go to London High Court

By Paul Hensby
August 11, 2022
1 Mins read
Otmar Szafnauer says Oscar Piastri’s contract dispute is likely to go to London’s High Court if the Australian does not honour the contract he has with Alpine in 2023.
Formula 1

No Clause in Gasly’s Contract to Allow Move from AlphaTauri to Alpine in 2023 – Marko

By Paul Hensby
August 11, 2022
1 Mins read
Pierre Gasly does not have a clause in his contract to allow him to leave AlphaTauri to join Alpine in 2023, according to Helmut Marko.
Formula 1

Pirelli’s Isola ‘Very Happy’ after Three Teams Fight for Hungarian Grand Prix Victory

By Paul Hensby
August 4, 2022
1 Mins read
A number of different strategies played out during the Hungarian Grand Prix, with Pirelli’s Mario Isola pleased to see Mercedes join the fight for the win alongside Red Bull and Ferrari.
Formula 1

Alpine’s Otmar Szafnauer: “We’ll review our race to see what we can improve for next time”

By Paul Hensby
August 4, 2022
2 Mins read
Running a one-stop strategy in Hungary was far from ideal for Alpine, but Otmar Szafnauer says it was pleasing that both Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon were able to score points on Sunday.
Formula 1

Fernando Alonso: “We are pleased to come away with a double points finish”

By Paul Hensby
August 3, 2022
2 Mins read
Fernando Alonso finished eighth for Alpine in the Hungarian Grand Prix on Sunday despite being forced to adopt a one-stop strategy.
Formula 1

Alexander Albon Commits Future to Williams Racing with New Multi-Year Contract

By Paul Hensby
August 3, 2022
1 Mins read
Alexander Albon will remain with Williams beyond 2022 after signing a new long-term contract with the Grove-based outfit.
Formula 1

Piastri Denies Contract for 2023 Season with Alpine has been Signed amid McLaren Links

By Paul Hensby
August 2, 2022
1 Mins read
Oscar Piastri has poured cold water on the news that he will race for the BWT Alpine F1 Team in 2023 despite an announcement from them saying he would be replacing Fernando Alonso next year.
Formula 1Formula 2

Logan Sargeant to Run Opening Practice of United States Grand Prix with Williams

By Paul Hensby
August 2, 2022
1 Mins read
Logan Sargeant will run a free practice session for the first time later this year with Williams, and it will in front of his home fans at the Circuit of the Americas.
Formula 1

Honda, Red Bull Racing Extend Technical Support Agreement until End of 2025 Season

By Paul Hensby
August 2, 2022
1 Mins read
Red Bull Powertrains and Honda Racing Corporation will continue a technical partnership until the end of the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Formula 1

Alpine Announce Piastri as Alonso’s Replacement – But Doubts Over Deal Remain

By Paul Hensby
August 2, 2022
2 Mins read
Alpine has announced that Oscar Piastri will replace Fernando Alonso in the team next season, but the lack of comments from the Australian and rumours elsewhere puts doubt on the move.
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