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Madrid’s competitive advantage ☀   Earlier in the week Formula 1 announced the move to Madrid from 2026 for the #SpanishGP. This got us thinking why?   💡Infrastructure & Innovation // The Spanish GP is currently held in Barcelona, an all-rounder circuit and one of Europe's busiest tracks. However, the draw of brand-new facilities and development of infrastructure gives Madrid the edge. ⌚Test Test // In recent years, the Bahrain International Circuit has hosted the hotly anticipated F1 pre-season testing. Due to regionalisation efforts, this move has diminished the once dual advantages of Barcelona. 🏎️Smooooth Operator // We cannot ignore the appeal of Madrid with it's connection to current Ferrari driver, Carlos Sainz, a city this motorsport family calls home. ✈️Travel & Logistics // The transport connections for both fans and those working within Formula 1 is much more reliable with an abundance of options compared to Barcelona, and with proven ability to cope with the demands of hosting major events. Ultimately, making the Spanish GP more accessible to fans and simultaneously improving the fan experience.   What are your thoughts on this move? #Madrid2026

🏁 The final treat of the summer holidays took us to the F1 Exhibition at London's Excel! It was a fantastic afternoon filled with awe-inspiring moments. We explored an incredible range of F1 cars from various eras, admired iconic helmets, and even saw trophies from races around the world. 🏆 What really struck me was the story of Bernie Ecclestone. His vision and business acumen transformed a high-speed car race into a multi-billion-pound industry. Bernie recognised the potential of Formula 1 early on and saw opportunities as the industry evolved. From securing global broadcasting rights to negotiating lucrative sponsorship deals, he built F1 into the global spectacle we know today. His ability to spot opportunities and drive innovation in the sport is a testament to what can be achieved with a forward-thinking mindset. I found Bernie’s journey incredibly inspiring. It’s a powerful reminder that with the right vision and drive, we can take any idea and turn it into something extraordinary. If you get the chance to go to the exhibition, do it! You won't be disappointed. #F1Exhibition #Inspiration #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #VisionaryLeadership #Formula1 #Inventex

Tale of The Albert Park Circuit! As the Formula ‘s 1 Melbourne GP’s around the corner, I find myself wondering what makes the Albert Park Circuit so special in the F1 calendar. Let me be clear that It isn’t just the stunning location or the mullet heads; it's the unique challenges that set this track apart from the rest. For starters,even though it’s a street circuit, its surface is relatively smooth, but the lack of run-off areas due to the proximity of the lake shore adds an element of risk that keeps drivers on their toes, forcing them to be cautious of track limits! Overtaking is another tough one here, making qualifying crucial like that of Monaco’s. Variably bumpy sections, tricky braking zones, and the shadows cast by the trees that can make it hard to spot braking markers’ formulates to the ultimate test of a driver’s skill and adaptability, demanding the most out of a driver to say the least. 🏁😅 Over the years, I've watched in awe as the circuit has evolved, thanks in no small part to the efforts of the brilliant minds at Tilke GmbH. They've fine-tuned the layout, making subtle changes that have had a big impact on the racing! Widening Turns 1 and 3, replacing the old Turn 9-10 chicane with a fast left-hander, and adding a DRS zone - these are just a few of the updates that have kept the circuit fresh and exciting. But it's the rich history that truly sets Albert Park Circuit apart. It’s been a part of the F1 calendar since the early 1950s, with nil to none interruptions along the way. From Sir Jack Brabham to modern-day aussie f1 drivers like Daniel Ricciardo, Oscar Piastri and Valterri Bottas (pun intended), the Albert Park Circuit has been the stage for some of the most iconic moments in Australian motorsport history! #f1 #f12024 #albertparkcircuit #melbourne #australia #australiangp #engineering

Here we go again. You’ll forgive me if I call BS on this, but the perspective of the current commercial rights holder is on exploitation of an asset with little regard to the history, legacy and value of the asset beyond selling access, experiences and merch. What’s wrong with that, you say? It has a lot to do with what’s at the core of the product and that is the racing, the regs and the schedule. There are 18 months or so before a new Concorde needs to be finalized. The existing document (an iteration of previous documents) isn’t going to require extensive redrafting. They’ve said it themselves. They just want to fine tune it. So what’s the rush if everything is going swimmingly? Why not take this time to really dig in and address numerous substantive issues instead of refining an aging model? Granted many of the things that need attention fall squarely on the shoulders of the FIA and cover things FOM have no right to involve themselves in. Working together toward the goal sounds good, but it’ll take more than a few meetings. It’s time for a serious round of some Charrettes (look it up)! If you need a hint about the real agenda look no further than the linked article. This conversation in Monaco could have been about celebrating Monaco on her 81st running of this jewel in the crown event and everything she means to the sport and business of F1. Instead, much of the conversation was about the LVGP. Sorry, but that’s crass. No divide and conquer? Maybe not among the teams but venues? Watch out…

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𝗠𝗰𝗟𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘆: 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐰 𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 '𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢-𝐃𝐑𝐒' 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Only a few days ago , McLaren has once again demonstrated its engineering prowess in Formula 1 with a clever aerodynamic innovation dubbed the 'mini-DRS'. First observed at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, this design showcases the team's ability to exploit the grey areas of F1 regulations. ⚙️ The technique exploits grey areas of F1 regulations for aerodynamic advantages and offers a small speed boost, crucial on Baku's long straights. 📉 McLaren previously struggled with rear wing efficiency, losing time in races.  🔍 FIA regulations have focused on front wing deflection, but now the rear wing is also under scrutiny. 𝑯𝒐𝒘 𝒅𝒐𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒕 𝒘𝒐𝒓𝒌? • 𝗙𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗽 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁:  At high speeds, the top element of McLaren's rear wing flexes, increasing the gap between wing elements. • 𝗥𝗲𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗿𝗮𝗴: This flexing creates a drag reduction similar to DRS, even when the DRS system isn't activated. •𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝗼𝘀𝘁: The result is improved straight-line speed, giving McLaren an edge on tracks with long straights like Baku. 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑪𝒐𝒏𝒕𝒓𝒐𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒚 • Rival teams expressed concerns about the design pushing regulatory boundaries. • The FIA investigated the innovation but initially found it compliant but found the modification to be illegal a few days ago. • McLaren agreed to modify the design for future races, particularly for the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Video courtesy: Formula 1 YouTube channel #Formula1 #McLaren #Aerodynamics #Innovation #Motorsport #CFD

A brilliant technical deeper dive into the sizing and development of a hydraulic Drag Reduction System (DRS) used in F1. A typical active DRS surface actuates fully open in just 0.1 seconds, thanks to the advantages and power density of hydraulic motion control. Moog E024 servo-valves weigh just 95g !

Some of the Potential Audi Formula 1 partners 2026! The Audi AG decision to "accelerate the preparation for a successful entry into Formula 1 2026" and the plan to take a 100 percent stake in the Sauber Group comes after Sauber is under scrutiny from Swiss authorities regarding the sponsorship deal with the crypto casino platform Stake/Kick. If this is the reason why Audi "accelerates" the F1 preparation/takeover has not been confirmed, but German Audi will for sure do anything to avoid negative publicity this close to a 100 % takeover. Audi has firmly communicated that the: "Formula 1 program aims to strengthen the Audi brand on the global stage and ensure close collaboration between motorsports and series production". Traditionally, if we go back to the Audi LeMans program or Audi Sport commitments, the partnership networks has been built around Audi, supplemented with partners that are in close cooperation with Audi and the series production operations. The F1 program might need to have a broader scope than that, so we will probably see some US-and global brands too on the network. So how could the Audi Formula 1 partnership network look like ? 👉 This is a suggestion of some, note some, of the potential partners on the Audi F1 network. It is based on previous, and current, Audi Racing commitments. If Audi will have a watch brand committed to the network it will probably come from the Swatch Group, with brands such as Blancpain, Omega, Longines and Tissot, and would bring in another Swiss watchmaker. 📷 Photo: Audi