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TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites November – Hi fellow F1 fanatics, we’re back with the November Edition of TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites. Here’s the latest from the world of Formula 1!
TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites November – F1 75 Launch Event announced
On Tuesday November 12, Formula 1 announced a big season-launch event at London’s The O2 – which features all the teams, their drivers and Team Principals, plus entertainment – ahead of the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship campaign.
For the first time in history – all ten teams – BWT Alpine F1 Team, Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team, Scuderia Ferrari, MoneyGram Haas F1 Team, Stake F1 Team Kick Sauber, McLaren Formula 1 Team, Mercedes AMG Petronas Formula 1 Team, Visa Cash App Racing Bulls Formula 1 Team, Oracle Red Bull Racing and Williams Racing – and their 20 drivers and team bosses will come together with fans for a special night to bring in the new season, unveil their 2025 liveries and mark the beginning of the sport’s 75th year anniversary.
This ground-breaking world premiere event will be a two hour extravaganza from 2000GMT-2200GMT on February 18, 2025 at The O2, in London, UK, and is going to be in the hands of creative visionary Brian Burke of BrianBurkeCreative, alongside Stufish Entertainment Architects, DX7 Design and production company 1826.
BrianBurkeCreative and this world-known creative team done the opening and closing ceremonies of the Las Vegas Grand Prix last year.
During the season launch event, guests will see interviews from top figures in Formula 1, including drivers and Team Principals, along with entertainment and special guest presenters.
President and CEO of Formula 1 Stefano Domenicali stated: “For the first time we will bring together our fans, all 20 superstars of our sport and some very special guests to officially kick off our new season and mark our 75th year of racing. With 2025 set to be a classic season following all the drama so far for 2024, this is a fantastic opportunity for fans of all ages to experience up-close the incredible entertainment spectacle that is Formula 1.” Domenicali concluded. Credit to F1 for the quote.
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem added: “The FIA is delighted to join our colleagues at FOM and all the teams in the staging of the inaugural Formula 1 season launch event. The occasion will also serve as a fitting prelude to a celebration of the 75th anniversary of the sport throughout the 2025 season.” Sulayem concluded. Credit to FIA for the quote.
Fans who will not be able to attend in person will be able to watch the action live with broadcast details to be announced soon.
TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites November – Monaco GP contract extended to 2031
On Thursday November 14, the crown jewel of Formula 1, the Monaco Grand Prix was given a six-year extension following an agreement with the Automobile Club of Monaco that runs through the 2025 campaign.
Part of the Formula 1 calendar since it’s beginnings in 1950 and present since 1955, the Monaco GP is one of the most famous sporting events in the world and one of the most challenging for the drivers.
Located on the banks of the French riviera, the pack winds it’s way through the streets of Monte Carlo, tackling the slowest corner on the F1 calendar, the Loews Hairpin, the iconic Casino Square and the Swimming Pool Complex.
Five of the current drivers on the grid alongside legends such as Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Michael Schumacher and Niki Lauda have triumphed on the famous 3.337km Circuit De Monaco.
Fernando Alonso, Sir Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have all won the event multiple times, alongside Sergio Perez and home favourite Charles Leclerc – who created history this year by becoming the first Monegasque driver in Formula 1 history to win their home Monaco Grand Prix.
The 2024 weekend was watched by an audience of over 70 million fans worldwide and was one of the most watched edition of the Monaco Grand Prix in US history, and the third-most watched F1 race of all time in America.
With this new deal, the Automobile Club of Monaco, in coordination with the famous Principality, has made a commitment to Formula 1’s sustainability plans and it’s ambition to create a calendar, which is sustainable for its stakeholders.
The 2025 edition of the Formula 1 Grand Prix De Monaco will take place from May 23-25 next year and will mark the 75th anniversary of its debut, whilst from 2026, the event will be contested on the first week in June each year and splits away from sharing the final weekend in May with the iconic Indianapolis 500.
President and CEO of Formula 1 Stefano Domenicali said: “I’m delighted that Formula 1 will continue to race in Monaco until 2031. The streets of Monte Carlo are unique and a famous part of Formula 1, and the Monaco Grand Prix remains a race that all drivers dream of winning. I would like to extend a special thanks to H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, Michel Boeri, President of the Automobile Club of Monaco and everyone involved in the extension of this important partnership. This agreement signals a new era of partnership and innovation between Formula 1 and Monaco. It is the future focused leadership of H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco which will allow us to create an optimised calendar, which reduces pressure on logistics, and to decrease the environmental impact of our global championship, as we continue the path towards our Net Zero goal by 2030.” Domenicali concluded. Credit to F1 for the quote.
President of the Automobile Club of Monaco, Michel Boeri commented: “I would particularly like to thank H.S.H. Prince Albert II of Monaco, Stefano Domenicali, and everyone involved in the extension of this contract. The signing of this new agreement with the Formula One Group until 2031 not only confirms the strength of our relationship but reaffirms our commitment to offering all visitors an unrivalled, first-class experience at race weekends. The Monaco Grand Prix is the most important sporting event here and continues to attract hundreds of thousands of spectators to the Principality and millions of global television viewers worldwide.” Boeri concluded. Credit to ACM for the quote.
TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites November – Alpine to be powered by Mercedes from 2026 onwards
On Tuesday November 12, BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team entered into an agreement with Mercedes High Performance Powertrains and Mercedes Grand Prix from the start of the 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship season to use their Power Unit and Gearboxes.
The multi-year deal sees Mercedes supply the Enstone-based squad with power-trains and gearboxes for the duration of the new rules and regulations from 2026 until at least the 2030 campaign. (Sources do say that Alpine will build their own gearboxes in-house at Enstone from 2027).
Last month, Alpine announced they will shutdown their works engine programme at the end of next season as part of their “Hypertech” transformation project.
The Enstone outfit had already been in talks with other manufacturers on getting a customer engine supply with Mercedes becoming the front-runner to score the deal.
Alpine will continue to make their own power-trains through the 2025 season before swapping in 2026, when new engine regulations – which feature a greater focus on the battery and 100% sustainable fuels – will be brought in.
Alpine scored their best finish to date last time out in Brazil with a double podium, which sent them to sixth place in the World Constructor’s Championship standings with three races remaining.
The team are currently going through a transitional period, with Oli Oakes having taken over as Team Principal and Flavio Briatore returning to the team as an Executive Advisor.
TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites November – Niels Wittich steps down as F1 Race Director
On Tuesday November 12, it was announced that FIA Formula 1 Race Director Niels Wittich has stepped down from his position with immediate effect.
Wittich has been in the role since 2022, at first sharing it with Eduardo Frietas as dual replacements for Michael Masi before taking on the duty full-time in 2023.
But on Tuesday, sports governing body, the FIA, announced that Wittich will leave the position and be replaced by Rui Marques from the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix onwards.
Marques has significant experience under his belt, being a Race Director, Deputy Race Director, scrutineer, track marshal, national and international steward in various categories.
He was recently FIA Formula 2 and 3 Race Director.
The FIA wrote in a statement: “The FIA can confirm that Niels Wittich has stepped down from his position as F1 Race Director to pursue new opportunities. Niels has fulfilled his numerous responsibilities as Race Director with professionalism and dedication. We thank him for his commitment, and we wish him the best for the future.” Credit to FIA for the quote.
TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites November – FIA Meeting on November 13
The Formula 1 Commission’s fifth meeting on November 13 took place in their office in Geneva, Switzerland.
The meeting was chaired by FIA Single Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis and Formula 1 President CEO Stefano Domenicali.
On the 2025 Technical Regulations – The commission approved a range of technical changes including the introduction of a driver cooling kit when a heat hazard is declared following encouraging testing results.
The 2025 Sporting Regulations – With discussions taking place after the Sao Paulo GP, the commission confirmed a revised protocol for closing up the grid when a team withdraws a car. The rookie Sprint race initiative was also investigated with the commission remaining interested in the concept and will consider it in 2025 with the aim of having a Sprint Rookie race in 2026.
On the 2025 Financial Regulations – The commission approved further measures to expand the exclusion of sustainability initiative costs from the financial regulations for 2025.
On 2026 – The regulatory drafting process for the new raft of rules and regulations for 2026 have progressed significantly. Section A, which is designed to establish a cohesive framework for all subsequent sections, is expected to be presented at the upcoming World Motor Sport Council meeting in 2025. Section B, revisions to the Sporting Regulations will incorporate “gender-neutral” language, highlighting the FIA’s commitment to being inclusive across the board. The commission was also updated on the progresses by the teams and the Technical Regulations (Section C) should be completed by the next council meeting. The overarching objectives in terms of starting level performance are likely to be achieved. Regarding the Financial Regulations (Section D), measures to strengthen confidentiality provisions during investigations and other procedural matters were also discussed.
Of course, all regulatory changes are subject to approval by the FIA World Motor Sport Council.
TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites November – Williams confirm Sainz to drive FW46 in post-season Abu Dhabi test
On Friday November 15, Williams Racing announced that Carlos Sainz will pilot the Mercedes-powered FW46 in the post-season Abu Dhabi end-of-season test next month.
Sainz will switch over to the famous Grove based-outfit over the winter after current team Ferrari opted to sign seven-time world champion Sir Lewis Hamilton as his replacement from 2025 onwards.
On Friday, Williams released a statement to confirm that the Spaniard will drive the FW46 at the annual post-season test, which comes the week after the season-closing Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (December 6-8).
Williams’ statement can be read here: https://www.williamsf1.com/posts/e6c776fb-ba5b-4c5b-9a1f-9d408d2f28e0/sainz-to-take-part-in-abu-dhabi-test
Sainz will team-up with Alexander Albon when he moves to Williams, taking the place of stand-in driver Franco Colapinto, who replaced Logan Sargeant at the halfway point through the current season.
TermiOnTrack F1 Newsbites November – Aston Martin announce Fallows to leave Technical Director role
On Tuesday November 12, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team announced that Dan Fallows will step down from the role as Technical Director – but the Silverstone based-squad said he will remain with the group.
Fallows joined Aston Martin from Oracle Red Bull Racing in April 2022, playing a major role in their growth and development – which saw the team score eight podiums through Fernando Alonso last year.
However, the Silverstone based-entry’s technical department has expanded in recent times, as Canadian billionaire owner Lawrence Stroll pushed on with his ambition of making Aston Martin a world championship-contending team.
Design legend Adrian Newey and former Ferrari technical chief Enrico Cardile are set to join the squad alongside recent signing Andy Cowell, who took the place of Martin Whitmarsh as CEO.
Group CEO Cowell said: “I would like to thank Dan for his contribution to Aston Martin Aramco in the last two years. Dan led the team to the success of the AMR23 which secured eight podiums last season.” Cowell concluded. Credit to Aston Martin for the quote.
Fallows added: “In my time at Aston Martin, it has been a joy and a privilege to guide the technical team on their journey towards being race and championship winners. It is time for me to pass on the baton, but I look forward to watching the team’s future success, which I am sure will come soon.” Fallows concluded. Credit to Aston Martin for the quote.
It remains to be seen what role Fallows will have in the group.
The Silverstone based-outfit have endured their most difficult season in 2024. They sit fifth in the World Constructor’s Championship standings, with a best- race finish of fifth at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
