F1 Today | Marko increases the pressure and Hamilton gets a new deal

Marko gives Perez a warning

Marko once again puts driver Sergio Perez under more pressure. According to Marko, two drivers are needed to win the constructors' title. "We still hope that Sergio Perez regains his form. We will evaluate the situation after the next two races during the summer break and then we will see what happens," Marko confirmed the ultimatum given to the Mexican.

There are two more Formula 1 Grands Prix between now and the summer break. It seems like Perez will have to prove himself in Hungary and in Belgium otherwise changes might be made. See Marko's full assessment here.

Hamilton signs a new deal

Lewis Hamilton often steps into the Formula 1 paddock wearing luxury fashion brands, such as Tommy Hilfiger whom Mercedes have a partnership with. On Monday, the driver announced his new deal with Dior, as he becomes one of their brand ambassadors. He is also colaborating with Kim Jones to design a lifestyle collection with the brand. 

On Monday morning, on X, Dior announced that they were welcoming the seven-time world champion as one of their ambassadors. They also shared that in collaboration with him, and Kim Jones, they would be releasing a 'winter ready lifestyle capsule'. Find out more about the new deal here.

Ralf Schumacher reveals he is in a same-sex relationship

Former F1 driver and current analyst Ralf Schumacher has announced he is in a relationship. Via social media, Michael Schumacher's brother reveals that he has found a male partner. It is now clear that Etienne and Ralf have been together for two years, and Schumacher has now shared this with the world.

How Mercedes turned it around

Since 2022, Mercedes have struggled with their car. This season, there were fears they could face the same issues again. Nevertheless, they have been able to turn an uncompetitive car into a racewinner. Speaking on the F1 Nation podcast, Mercedes engineering director Andrew Shovlin explained how the team has been able to do this. 

Shovlin explained how the team had been working to make these changes: "It has been a fairly long road, but it has been a road with pretty linear progress on it. From our side, we're looking at the gaps to all the cars in front of us, race pace, qualifying, and we've been chipping away at this from race one in Bahrain," he said. His full view can be seen here.