McLaren and Red Bull await Monaco GP appeal ruling as verdict could take three weeks
McLaren and Red Bull could wait up to three weeks for a verdict after taking their Monaco Grand Prix appeals before the FIA’s International Court of Appeal on Tuesday. Both teams are challenging the reinstatement of Pierre Gasly’s podium: Alpine had successfully appealed Gasly’s two five-second pit lane speeding penalties after discovering the pit lane length had been measured incorrectly. The FIA was powerless, however, to rescind identical penalties already served by Oscar Piastri, George Russell, and Lewis Hamilton during the race. Gasly’s restoration demoted Isack Hadjar to fourth and Piastri to fifth. A verdict is expected within a couple of weeks, according to BBC Sport.
Ferrari faces first real test of Hamilton-Leclerc dynamic after Zandvoort strategy row
Ferrari faces what former F1 presenter Will Buxton calls its “first real test” of the Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc dynamic, following the Dutch Grand Prix. Both drivers were frustrated with Ferrari’s strategy at Zandvoort, where Hamilton — the quicker driver and on a different tyre strategy — wanted Leclerc moved aside sooner. Ferrari delayed by two laps, prompting Hamilton to complain over team radio: “Great way of wasting time, good job.” Buxton said Ferrari is “so scared of losing, they can’t win.” Hamilton, third in the championship and 59 points behind Andrea Kimi Antonelli, later admitted his radio outburst was not “the best version” of himself.
FIA grants no new ADUO development opportunities after second power unit review
The FIA has confirmed the results of its second Additional Development Upgrade Opportunity analysis, deciding not to grant any further development opportunities beyond those announced following the first review. The first analysis, conducted after the Canadian Grand Prix, saw all power unit manufacturers except Red Bull-Ford receive extra upgrade opportunities. The second analysis covered the period through to the Hungarian Grand Prix. FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis described the findings as “incredibly robust,” and noted the process respects the confidentiality of power unit manufacturers. The third ADUO period will run from the Dutch Grand Prix through to November’s Mexican Grand Prix.
Alpine confirms Colapinto will remain as race driver into 2027 season
Alpine has confirmed Franco Colapinto will remain with the team for the 2027 Formula 1 season, partnering Pierre Gasly, who is contracted until at least the end of 2028. Colapinto has scored 19 points this season — including a career-best sixth place at the Canadian Grand Prix — and currently sits 12th in the drivers’ championship. Alpine hold sixth in the constructors’ standings with 63 points. Executive director Flavio Briatore said consistency was important and praised the Argentine driver’s development: “We have seen Franco truly grow and mature into a great driver this year.” Colapinto said he felt “very happy and very settled” at the team.
Nikola Tsolov completes 690km F1 debut test with Racing Bulls at Imola
Formula 2 championship leader Nikola Tsolov completed his first Formula 1 test with Racing Bulls at Imola on Wednesday, covering 690km in the team’s VCARB 02. Tsolov has been linked with a Racing Bulls drive for 2027 but had not previously driven F1 machinery. The outing forms part of Racing Bulls’ obligation to field drivers with fewer than two grand prix starts four times per season; Racing Bulls had one remaining, Red Bull three. Team principal Alan Permane said Tsolov “adapted quickly to the car and showed the composure you want to see from a driver taking on an F1 car for the first time.”
Drivers' Championship
1. Andrea Kimi Antonelli — 242 pts
2. George Russell — 183 pts
3. Lewis Hamilton — 183 pts
4. Lando Norris — 159 pts
5. Charles Leclerc — 155 pts
6. Max Verstappen — 112 pts
7. Oscar Piastri — 104 pts
8. Isack Hadjar — 68 pts
9. Liam Lawson — 49 pts
10. Pierre Gasly — 44 pts
11. Arvid Lindblad — 23 pts
12. Franco Colapinto — 19 pts
13. Oliver Bearman — 18 pts
14. Gabriel Bortoleto — 10 pts
15. Nico Hülkenberg — 6 pts
16. Carlos Sainz — 6 pts
17. Alexander Albon — 5 pts
18. Esteban Ocon — 3 pts
19. Fernando Alonso — 3 pts
20. Yuki Tsunoda — 0 pts
21. Lance Stroll — 0 pts
22. Valtteri Bottas — 0 pts
23. Sergio Pérez — 0 pts
Constructors' Championship
1. Mercedes — 425 pts
2. Ferrari — 338 pts
3. McLaren — 263 pts
4. Red Bull — 186 pts
5. Racing Bulls — 66 pts
6. Alpine — 63 pts
7. Haas — 21 pts
8. Audi — 16 pts
9. Williams — 11 pts
10. Aston Martin — 3 pts
11. Cadillac — 0 pts
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