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Biz Bahrain
3 hours ago
- Automotive
- Biz Bahrain
Formula 1 and Allwyn to launch community award programme
Formula 1, together with leading multi-national lottery-led entertainment company and Official Partner Allwyn, will celebrate and spotlight community-focused initiatives around the world with the new F1® Allwyn Global Community Award. The brand-new programme, created as part of the two organisations' multi-year partnership and as part of their shared commitment to driving positive change, will celebrate local initiatives that leave a positive impact on society. The winners, who will receive a €100,000 donation along with a bespoke trophy and the chance to visit a Formula 1 Grand Prix, must address one or more of the following focus areas: empowerment and inclusion; education and opportunity; health and wellbeing, and sustainability and innovation. Ahead of each selected Grand Prix, the local promoter will identify community-focused initiatives supported by the F1 ecosystem that have had a meaningful impact, and a panel of judges from Formula 1, Allwyn, and a representative from the local race community will select a winner. This year, the first award will be presented at the FORMULA 1 HEINEKEN DUTCH GRAND PRIX 2025, taking place between 29 – 31 August, with subsequent winners awarded at the United States, Mexico, and Las Vegas Grands Prix. Stefano Domenicali, President & CEO of Formula 1, said: 'It is a pillar of our sport to leave a positive legacy where we race and for many years we've worked with the promoters and regional organisations to do just that, from inviting children from local schools to the track to encourage them to consider a role in motorsport, through to funding education initiatives and welcoming local community outlets and charities to be part of the event. Every year 24 incredible venues open their doors to host us, and we are met with fantastic passion and love at the track and throughout the entire city, so I am very proud to launch the F1 Allwyn Global Community Award as part of our mission. We will give the local initiatives that go the extra mile for making their communities and make the world a better place the recognition and global platform they deserve.' Robert Chvátal, Group CEO of Allwyn, said: 'Championing positive impact is at the heart of what we do at Allwyn. Our partnership with Formula 1 is the perfect chance to demonstrate our commitment to communities through the creation of this inspiring F1 Allwyn Global Community Award, supporting the very best community initiatives around the world and bringing them to a huge global audience.'
Yahoo
11 hours ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Mercedes Wants To Ditch George Russell For Max Verstappen Ahead Of 2026 F1 Rules Change
George Russell has not yet signed a new contract with his Mercedes-AMG F1 team for the 2026 season. It seems team boss and "F1 The Movie" producer Toto Wolff is trying to keep his team's options open for next season, actively attempting to lure the four-time World Drivers' Champion Max Verstappen away from his recalcitrant Red Bull Racing team. "As Mercedes, they want to be back on top, and if you're going to be back on top you need to make sure you've got the best drivers, the best engineers, the best pitcrew, and that's what Mercedes are chasing. So, it's only normal that conversations with the likes of Verstappen are ongoing," Russell admitted to ahead of this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix. Russell, having won four Grands Prix for the three-pointed star since he joined the team in 2022, including the most recent outing at the Canadian Grand Prix, is confident his performance will earn him a new contract in short order. With an entirely new set of regulations on the horizon, Mercedes will want to hit the ground running in 2026 with a solid lineup of adaptable drivers. Because of that, I think the team would be foolish to drop George for Verstappen. When everything is perfect for Max and he has the exact right car, the Red Bull ace is nearly unstoppable. Face him with even the lightest of adverse conditions, and he implodes into an atomic bomb of insecurity and dangerous on-track antics. If Mercedes build a mildly competitive car, as they have this season, George will unequivocally be the right answer, and I'm confident he's got enough talent to take a championship if the car is as well-built as the 2025 McLarens or 2023 Red Bull have been. Max might be able to make a perfect car even more perfect, but in a merely passable car he'll be a liability for the team, as he has been in 2025. Read more: Every 2025 Formula 1 Livery, Ranked From Worst To Best Conveniently the Mercedes AMG F1 team has two seats, so George doesn't necessarily have to be the one to go in order to make room for Mr. Verstappen. In that same interview, propped up by his recent win, Russell commented "I feel with the performance I'm showing at the moment I've got zero reasons to be worried." That leaves Mercedes-AMG junior driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli on the chopping block. The 18-year-old recent grad joined Mercedes for the 2025 season on a one-year contract to replace Sir Lewis Hamilton, who departed for Ferrari after delivering 8 World Constructor Championships for the Merc squad. Antonelli is holding his own, but hardly filling those big shoes, scoring fewer than half as many points as Russell across the season. If I were Toto Wolff, and thank goodness I'm not, I certainly would not ditch either of these drivers to woo Max Verstappen. In spite of Max's generational talent, he's a potential liability to the team if he replaces Russell, and the team would practically implode if he replaced Antonelli. A George Russell and Max Verstappen duo at Mercedes would be diabolical and the infighting would break even the most stoic team principal. Want more like this? Join the Jalopnik newsletter to get the latest auto news sent straight to your inbox... Read the original article on Jalopnik.
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Lewis Hamilton gives lucky F1 rival a lift home on his private jet after finding out he was booked on EasyJet
It was Franco Colapinto's first time riding on a private jet. COME FLY WITH ME COME FLY WITH ME Lewis Hamilton gives lucky F1 rival a lift home on his private jet after finding out he was booked on EasyJet Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LEWIS HAMILTON took rookie Franco Colapinto on his private jet following the Spanish Grand Prix, instead of flying EasyJet. The seven-time world champion put a message in the F1 drivers' WhatsApp group following the race in Barcelona offering a free flight. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 4 Franco Colapinto rode in style in Lewis Hamilton's private jet instead of EasyJet after the Spanish Grand Prix. Credit: EPA 4 Lewis Hamilton sold his candy red private jet he purchased for £25m in 2013 4 Hamilton bought the jet shortly after leaving McLaren for Mercedes 4 The 40-year-old sold it for environmental reasons but still hires jets to some Grands Prix 22-year-old Argentinian Alpine driver Colapinto said he was headed to London - but with budget airline EasyJet. So Hamilton told him to cancel his plans and hitch a ride onboard his swanky jet instead. Colapinto said it was a "dream come true" given he has always been a huge admirer of the Ferrari driver and he had never been on a private jet. Ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Colapinto said: "Yeah it was nice, 'Lewis is a great guy and I had the best flight of my life with him. It was very special and very unique. "You all know that he was my idol since I was very young, with Senna as well, and to be able to fly with him and have a bit of a chat. 'He asked if anyone was flying to London and I said I'm going to London but on EasyJet. "And he came back saying he had a lot of space on his plane and invited me to go. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "It was quite special. Also flying private for the first time, two very unique experiences and a lot of stories from Lewis. A very special flight. 'He's a great guy and I was very, very impressed by how he is as a person and how he is as a professional. Lewis Hamilton devastated after hitting RODENT in Canadian GP as damage to Ferrari derails F1 star's race "A lot to admire from the personal part from the sportsman. It was great, a dream come true and didn't have to fly on my EasyJet flight.' In 2013 Hamilton purchased a £25million luxury Bombadier Challenger 605 in a striking cherry red colour, shortly after leaving McLaren for Mercedes. He sold it in 2019 so it is likely the jet that Colapinto travelled on was rented by Hamilton. Hamilton sold the jet on as it did not make financial sense and it was also not in keeping with his views on sustainable living.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Lewis Hamilton gives lucky F1 rival a lift home on his private jet after finding out he was booked on EasyJet
LEWIS HAMILTON took rookie Franco Colapinto on his private jet following the Spanish Grand Prix, instead of flying EasyJet. The seven-time world champion put a message in the F1 drivers' WhatsApp group following the race in Barcelona offering a free flight. Advertisement 4 Franco Colapinto rode in style in Lewis Hamilton's private jet instead of EasyJet after the Spanish Grand Prix. Credit: EPA 4 Lewis Hamilton sold his candy red private jet he purchased for £25m in 2013 4 Hamilton bought the jet shortly after leaving McLaren for Mercedes 4 The 40-year-old sold it for environmental reasons but still hires jets to some Grands Prix 22-year-old So Hamilton told him to cancel his plans and hitch a ride onboard his swanky jet instead. Colapinto said it was a "dream come true" given he has always been a huge admirer of the Ferrari driver and he had never been on a private jet. Ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Colapinto said: "Yeah it was nice, Advertisement 'Lewis is a great guy and I had the best flight of my life with him. It was very special and very unique. "You all know that he was my idol since I was very young, with Senna as well, and to be able to fly with him and have a bit of a chat. 'He asked if anyone was flying to London and I said I'm going to London but on EasyJet. "And he came back saying he had a lot of space on his plane and invited me to go. Advertisement Most read in Motorsport BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK "It was quite special. Also flying private for the first time, two very unique experiences and a lot of stories from Lewis. A very special flight. 'He's a great guy and I was very, very impressed by how he is as a person and how he is as a professional. Lewis Hamilton devastated after hitting RODENT in Canadian GP as damage to Ferrari derails F1 star's race "A lot to admire from the personal part from the sportsman. It was great, a dream come true and didn't have to fly on my EasyJet flight.' Advertisement In 2013 Hamilton purchased a He sold it in 2019 so it is likely the jet that Colapinto travelled on was rented by Hamilton. Hamilton sold the jet on as it did not make financial sense and it was also not in keeping with his views on sustainable living.
Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Perfect Moment and BWT Alpine Formula One Team Launch Limited-Edition Luxury Performance Collection
LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Perfect Moment Ltd. (NYSE American: PMNT), the luxury outerwear and activewear brand renowned for its alpine heritage and fashion-forward performance wear, today unveiled the PERFECT MOMENT x BWT ALPINE FORMULA ONE TEAM capsule collection. Designed in cooperation with BWT Alpine Formula One Team, the collection marks the debut of a creative collaboration that fuses the adrenaline of motorsport with the precision of mountain performance. The launch reflects the shared DNA of both brands—speed, innovation, and a passion for pushing boundaries. The summer capsule introduces a curated range of unisex pieces, including statement T-shirts, sleek jackets, and a signature bag, each merging Perfect Moment's iconic aesthetic with the bold energy of Formula One. 'Made for Moment Makers, this new capsule brings the bold spirit of BWT Alpine Formula One Team into our world of style and movement,' said Jane Gottschalk, co-founder, president and chief creative officer of Perfect Moment. 'It's vibrant, dynamic, and built for those who live life in motion.' The collaboration will continue later this year with the launch of a full ski capsule, uniting high-speed energy with high-altitude performance. 'This collaboration is a powerful expression of our brand values—performance, fearless energy, and timeless style,' said Vittorio Giacomelli, chief product officer of Perfect Moment. 'It also marks the next chapter of growth for our business, as we expand global reach, deepen strategic relationships, and connect with new audiences who demand the very best.' Giacomelli joined Perfect Moment earlier this year from Canada Goose, where he played a key role in scaling the brand into a billion-dollar business. BWT Alpine Formula One Team added: 'We are excited to have joined forces with Perfect Moment for this unique collaboration and bring the worlds of Formula One and luxury skiwear together. The technical outerwear produced by Perfect Moment resonates with BWT Alpine Formula One Team's innovative objectives and we are thrilled to see the collection go live.' The launch is accompanied by a high-impact global media campaign, celebrating the intersection of racing precision and mountain power. The capsule is available now exclusively at with limited-edition pop-up experiences scheduled around select Grands Prix. About BWT Alpine Formula One Team BWT Alpine Formula One Team competes in the FIA Formula One World Championship with Grand Prix race winner Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto under the leadership of Executive Advisor, Flavio Briatore. The team, bought by the Benetton Family in 1986, was moved to Enstone, Oxfordshire, in 1992 where it is still based today. Renault bought the Italian-run team in 2000 and rebranded as Alpine F1. The team has a winning legacy, having won the Formula One World Championship seven times including the Drivers' World Championship [1994, 1995, 2005 and 2006] with Michael Schumacher and Fernando Alonso, and the Constructors' World Championship [1995, 2005 and 2006]. The team's most recent triumph came at the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix, the 50th victory overall. The team finished the 2024 season strongly with two podium finishes and ended the year sixth place overall in the Constructors' Championship. For more information, please head to Founded in Chamonix, France, Perfect Moment is a luxury outerwear and activewear brand that merges alpine heritage with fashion-forward performance. Known for its technical excellence, bold design, and versatile pieces that transition seamlessly from slopes to city, the brand is worn by athletes, tastemakers, and celebrities worldwide. Perfect Moment is traded on the NYSE American under the ticker symbol PMNT. Learn more at
