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🚨Breaking News🚨 For the Italian Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz raced at Monza in one-off Bell Racing HP77 helmets, as the carbon fibre of which the shell is built emerged through striking colour schemes. 🏎️ Carbon fibre helmets were introduced in 2001 and in 2004, Bell created the HP1, its first helmet entirely in carbon fiber, as well as the first to be approved according to the FIA 8860 standard. Today's helmets are stringently tested to withstand impacts and prove themselves to be exceedingly fire resistant. 🔥 On the occasion of the Italian Grand Prix, Charles and Carlos had their Bell helmets in a special edition: the red left room for visible carbon and the only other complementary color was yellow, already celebrated in recent years in Monza and always a color in harmony with Ferrari and the Scuderia, given that it was the color of the city of Modena, the one chosen by Enzo Ferrari as the backdrop to the Prancing Horse black, received as a gift from the family of war hero Francesco Baracca.⬛🟨 Follow Composights to catch all the latest buzz in composites!📰 Source: Ferrari #Ferrari #ItalianGrandPrix #CarbonFiber #helmet #Formula1 #race #Composights

WEC. WOW. A new Golden Age of motorsport. WEC Hypercar 2024. What a debut for the Alpine A424, 8th overall in the Qatar 1812km race, and the first of the new 2024 entrants across the line. After nearly 10 hours of flat out racing, the #35 car was just 37 seconds behind Ferrari, winners of Le Mans in 2023. #36 was 12th, the team completing a mind-boggling 665 laps between them. With Alpine, Ferrari, Toyota, Peugeot, Isotto Fraschini, Lamborghini, Porsche, BMW and Cadillac, all fighting for wins this year, the question is; if you are not following the World Endurance Championship this year, why not?! #WEC #alpinecars #lemans24

Here’s a breakdown and evaluation of the key metrics that will help us determine the fastest VMG and which team might be the fastest overall. Race 1 - Round Robin 13 (RR1 R13) • INEOS Britannia: • Max Speed: 45.22 knots • Average Speed: 34.12 knots • Distance Sailed: 24,171 meters • Time Taken: 22m 57s • Wind Range: 7.93 knots - 12.57 knots • Orient Express Racing Team: • Max Speed: 44.02 knots • Average Speed: 34.09 knots • Distance Sailed: 24,424 meters • Time Taken: 22m 56s • Wind Range: 8.67 knots - 12.23 knots Race 2 - Round Robin 14 (RR1 R14) • Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team: • Max Speed: 45.69 knots • Average Speed: 35.87 knots • Distance Sailed: 24,495 meters • Time Taken: 22m 08s • Wind Range: 10.08 knots - 15.16 knots • Alinghi Red Bull Racing: • Max Speed: 43.36 knots • Average Speed: 35.06 knots • Distance Sailed: 24,401 meters • Time Taken: 22m 26s • Wind Range: 9.45 knots - 14.02 knots Race 3 - Round Robin 15 (RR1 R15) • Emirates Team New Zealand: • Max Speed: 41.24 knots • Average Speed: 33.27 knots • Distance Sailed: 24,823 meters • Time Taken: 24m 10s • Wind Range: 8.89 knots - 12.10 knots • NYYC American Magic: • Max Speed: 41.94 knots • Average Speed: 33.38 knots • Distance Sailed: 25,387 meters • Time Taken: 24m 29s • Wind Range: 8.49 knots - 12.84 knots Analysis and Evaluation: • Fastest VMG: The fastest VMG can be approximated based on the combination of distance sailed and time taken. Although precise VMG values aren’t provided, we can infer that higher average speeds combined with shorter times generally indicate better VMG. • Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team had the highest average speed (35.87 knots) and one of the shortest completion times (22m 08s) in the strongest wind conditions. This suggests they likely had the fastest VMG. • INEOS Britannia also performed well with a high average speed of 34.12 knots and a slightly longer completion time than Luna Rossa, but in lower wind conditions. • Fastest Team: Given the data: • Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team seems to be the fastest overall based on their high speeds and efficient race completion time in stronger winds. Their performance suggests that they are optimizing their boat speed and angle effectively to maximize VMG. • INEOS Britannia is also a strong contender, particularly in lighter wind conditions, showing solid performance and high speed. Conclusion: Luna Rossa Prada Pirelli Team seems to have the edge based on today’s data, likely achieving the highest VMG and demonstrating their capability in varying wind conditions. However, INEOS Britannia is close behind and could challenge depending on future race conditions. This analysis gives a strong indication that Luna Rossa might currently be the fastest team, especially in stronger wind conditions. 1. #AC75Performance 2. #SailingAnalytics 3. #RaceMetrics 4. #VMGAnalysis 5. #SailingChampions High-Performance Sailing Analyser 2.0

Hamilton to Ferrari: A win for Diversity Lewis Hamilton's bombshell move to Ferrari for the 2025 season signifies a seismic shift in Formula One, sending shockwaves through the paddock and captivating fans worldwide. This strategic decision, while unexpected, presents a unique set of opportunities for both the legendary driver and the iconic team. Lewis Hamilton's discussions with Ferrari regarding diversity efforts within the team signal a welcome development for Formula One. Hamilton's passion for diversity, exemplified by his Hamilton Commission, holds immense potential for F1 and sport at large. His presence at Ferrari, a brand recognised globally could amplify the Commission's work to address underrepresentation in motorsport, inspiring and fostering initiatives within the team and the broader sporting world. The Lewis Hamilton-Ferrari partnership marks a pivotal moment in Formula One history. While the road ahead has challenges, the potential rewards are significant. The synergy between Hamilton's talent and Ferrari's legacy and their shared commitment to diversity and inclusion could lead to a historic and thrilling chapter in F1. The potential of athletes like Lewis Hamilton to drive positive change by leveraging their influence and partnering with leading organisations can create a ripple effect that extends beyond the racetrack, promoting inclusivity and inspiring future generations. The motorsports community eagerly anticipates the unfolding of this new chapter, hoping it will inspire other teams to follow suit. #lewishamilton #ferrari #f1 #motorsports #diversity #inclusion #athletes #formula1 #tifosi #legacy #sportinglegacy

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#AHECollection: Ferrari Enzo When Ferrari introduced the Enzo in 2002, its Formula One team was in the midst of a dominant period, winning five constructor’s championships on the back of Michael Schumacher’s five consecutive driver’s titles from 2000-2004. The timing could not have been better, as the Enzo reflected recent developments in racing, and was the first Ferrari supercar since the F50 of the mid-1990s. Built in just 399 units (+1 donated to the Vatican), with its Pininfarina-designed bodywork protruding forward like an F1 car’s nosecone, the Enzo looks the part, although it is beneath the carbon-fibre bodywork where the technology is truly borrowed from Ferrari’s racing program. Azimut Group Ferrari #investment #automobile #money #ferrari

Exciting motorsport news today, as Iron Dames announced their surprise entry into the Formula Regional European Championship, with Doriane Pin and Marta García as their all-female driver line-up 😍✨ It’s a phenomenal pairing, with both drivers being considered at the very top of their game. Marta is fresh off the back of her victory in F1 Academy last year, and Doriane is currently excelling in two (!) different motorsport series. For those that don’t know Iron Dames, they are an all-female racing team competing in a number of motorsport series across the world. Since launching in 2018, they’ve racked up multiple wins, including being the first all-female team to win a race in the FIA World Endurance Championship. They are doing some exceptional work in opening up more opportunities for women in this sport. As Iron Dames founder, Deborah Mayer, said “stepping into a new single-seater championship is another step in our drive to promote and develop the brightest female talent in motor racing”. If the Iron Dames are successful in FRECA, we may eventually see them entering all-female teams into Formula 2 and Formula 3. This would provide a real pipeline for women in this sport (something it is so desperately lacking…) It is SO refreshing to see more women represented in motorsport, and I can’t wait to see what the Iron Dames team can achieve this year 🙌🏼 #motorsport #womeninmotorsport #femalesinmotorsport

🔥 Formula 1 is back after a two-week break, and so are we with our Tech. The Australian Grand Prix left us with strong emotions. The teams put forward their boldest strategies and the drivers gave their best on the Melbourne circuit. ➡️ To read the teams' report on the third weekend of the 2024 season, follow this link: https://lnkd.in/dpaDUyGD Here are some highlights: 🇮🇹 Scuderia Ferrari: The Albert Park circuit is surely not a normal one and it can not represent a point of reference for analyzing a car; it is a semi-street circuit and has characteristic features that differentiate it from all the other tracks on the Fl calendar. Having said that, the SF-24 behaved very well there and this is another proof of the fact that, if the rear suspension problem (related to the return spring) is fixed, the car proves to have good potential. 🇦🇹 Red Bull Racing & Red Bull Technology: Since the beginning of the weekend, though, the current World Champion had been complaining about the aerodynamic balance of his car. As observed at the start of the season, this car is an extreme car, oriented to aerodynamic efficiency. It was a weekend full of surprises and twists that kept motorsport fans around the world glued to their screens. 🏎️ Now we just have to look ahead, with the next Japanese Grand Prix scheduled for 7th April. We are ready to fly east and experience new emotions on the track! 🇯🇵 #ScuderiaFerrari #RedBull #formula1

Here is a great article about the amazing work Opel are putting in to support young talent across all levels of motorsport🌟 Opel Sverige

History and Evolution F1's roots trace back to pre-World War II Grand Prix motor racing. The first official World Championship race took place at Silverstone, England, on May 13, 1950. Giuseppe Farina won the inaugural season driving for Alfa Romeo, but it was Juan Manuel Fangio, with five titles in the 1950s, who became the first F1 legend. Over the decades, F1 has evolved significantly. Initially, cars were rudimentary, with front engines and basic aerodynamics. Today, they are marvels of engineering, featuring hybrid power units, advanced aerodynamics, and unparalleled safety standards. The Teams and Drivers F1 teams are a mix of automobile manufacturers like Ferrari, Mercedes, and Aston Martin, and independent racing outfits such as Red Bull Racing. The drivers, often hailed as some of the best in the world, compete not only for the Driver's Championship but also to secure points for their teams in the Constructor's Championship. Legends like Ayrton Senna, Michael Schumacher, and Lewis Hamilton have etched their names in F1 history. Hamilton and Schumacher share the record for the most World Championships (7), while newer talents like Max Verstappen continue to dominate the modern era. F1 Today Modern F1 is characterized by a mix of tradition and innovation. The current format includes a series of Grands Prix held worldwide, from iconic circuits like Monaco and Silverstone to newer venues in the Middle East and Asia. The introduction of hybrid power units in 2014 marked a shift towards sustainability, and recent efforts like the "Net Zero Carbon" initiative aim to make F1 more environmentally friendly. F1's popularity has also skyrocketed thanks to media like Netflix's Drive to Survive, which provides behind-the-scenes insights into the drama and rivalries within the sport. The Future of F1 As F1 moves into a new era, regulations focusing on cost caps and car designs aim to level the playing field and enhance competition. The 2026 season will see a new generation of power units emphasizing sustainability while maintaining performance. Formula 1 remains a spectacle of speed, strategy, and innovation, solidifying its position as the pinnacle of motorsport. #snsinstitutions #snsdesignthinkers #designthinking