Scary Nürburgring scenes and Ricciardo exclusive – RacingNews365 Review

Several people have been airlifted to hospital following a horrifying explosion in the Nürburgring grand prix paddock.

The incident took place during the test and setup runs ahead of the Nürburgring Endurance Series’ fourth round this weekend.

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Ricciardo makes ‘it factor’ claim despite F1 future doubt

Daniel Ricciardo is confident he has shown this season he still possesses ‘the it factor’ in F1 even though his position with RB for next season has yet to be secured.

Ricciardo started the year with the aim of ousting Sergio Perez from his seat and returning to Red Bull for next term.

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Verstappen against so-called ‘Verstappen rule’

Max Verstappen is against the so-called ‘Verstappen rule’, and is pleased that the FIA are becoming more lenient with allowing teenage drivers to compete in F1. 

18 years and 134 days old. That was Verstappen’s age when he won the 2016 Spanish Grand Prix, a record that is unlikely to be broken anytime soon.

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Steiner signals end of Verstappen F1 stranglehold

Guenther Steiner believes Max Verstappen’s period of domination is finally over after revelling in the ‘unpredictability’ of F1 of late.

After Verstappen cruised to victory in the Chinese Grand Prix in mid-April for his fourth win in the opening five races, it appeared as if a repeat of last season’s crushing performance was on the cards.

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Two candidates left for Audi seat: veteran vs. surprising new name

RacingNews365 understands that Formula 2 driver Gabriel Bortoleto has entered the race for the vacant Stake F1/Audi seat.

The talented Brazilian is the reigning Formula 3 champion and currently sits second in the F2 drivers’ standings, catching the attention of Audi.

READ MORE: Two candidates left for Audi seat: veteran vs. surprising new name

Norris sends message to McLaren contract critics

Lando Norris has defended his contract commitment to McLaren, stating the team’s recent form has proved those who criticised his decision wrong.

Norris’ previous contract was set to end at the conclusion of the current campaign, leaving the 24-year-old linked to Red Bull alongside Max Verstappen.

READ MORE: Norris sends message to McLaren contract critics