F1 Today | Drivers say goodbye to Ricciardo, Steiner wins against Haas

23:00, 27 Sep 2024
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Following Daniel Ricciardo's departure from VCARB, as the Australian driver was replaced by Liam Lawson, the 'Honey Badger' received many heartfelt messages from the drivers on the grid and also from Christian Horner. Meanwhile, Red Bull have named their new reserve driver, and Guenther Steiner has won a lawsuit against Haas F1. GPblog brings you the best news of the day from the world of Formula One.

Farewell to Ricciardo, Red Bull announce Lawson's replacement

F1 rookie event gets support from Bruno Michel

According to Formula 2 and Formula 3 CEO, Bruno Michel, an F1 rookie event at the end of the 2024 season would be a 'great idea'. Talking exclusively to GPblog, the Frenchman declared his support for a potential sprint race, where 10 drivers would be able to compete. Three rookies have been announced already for the 2025 season, with Oliver Bearman joining Haas, Andrea Kimi Antonelli joining Mercedes, and Jack Doohan getting a promotion within Alpine.

Steiner wins lawsuit against Haas

Guenther Steiner has won his lawsuit against his former employer, Haas F1, after it was declared that Steiner did not use break any copyright laws. Based Judge Andre Birotte's verdict, the images and trademarks used by Steiner were appropriate for his biography called 'Survive to Drive'. However, it was also decided that Steiner will have to pay his legal fees himself.

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