Monday's F1 news was full of further reactions to the Australian Grand Prix and other headlines coming out of the paddock.
If you missed something that day, don't panic. We've summarized the major headings here in one place.
F1 News Roundup – March 25, 2024
Toto Wolff to miss Japanese GP
We have received confirmation that Toto Wolff will miss the next race in Japan, following Mercedes' first no-point result since the 2021 Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
This was a pre-planned absence even before the weekend at Albert Park, as Mercedes team principals seek to balance the calendar as F1's schedule expands more than ever.
As in previous absences from races, he remains fully integrated into the running of the race from his home in Monaco, sharing duties with other Mercedes executives trackside.
read more: Mercedes F1 manager Toto Wolff to miss Japanese GP
Daniel Ricciardo's F1 seat is safe despite rumors about Liam Lawson
Liam Lawson is on standby as reserve driver for both Red Bull and RB, with multiple reports claiming on Monday that Daniel Ricciardo's F1 future could be in doubt after a difficult start to the 2024 season. It appeared on.
However, following an investigation, PlanetF1.com understands that these reports are premature and has been instructed to make improvements, but says it is not in danger of losing its seat any time soon.
Lawson's own management has also said Lawson has not been informed of any such move by Red Bull and the Kiwi driver has not been in contact with the media or commented on a possible move to Ricciardo's seat. He came forward.
read more: Latest information on Daniel Ricciardo's F1 future as rumors swirl about Liam Lawson's return
Daniel Ricciardo vacates his seat in Suzuka FP1
Red Bull's motorsport advisor Helmut Marko acknowledged in his column that the Ratel theme goes beyond that. speed week The team plans to have Red Bull junior Ayumu Iwasa run as RB in FP1 at Suzuka.
This fills one of the mandatory rookie slots for free practice, giving spectators the chance to see the two home drivers in action at Suzuka on Friday 5th April.
Iwasa will join Japan's highly competitive Super Formula series after two seasons in F2, where he finished fourth in the championship last year.
read more: Confirmed: Red Bull Junior takes Daniel Ricciardo's seat in FP1 of the Japanese Grand Prix
Fred Vasseur won't talk about 2025 as he celebrates Carlos Sainz's victory
Currently “unemployed” for next season, in the words of Carlos Sainz, Fred Vasseur was not drawn into the conversation about next season as he celebrated the current driver's victory in Melbourne. Spanish media openly questioned Ferrari's decision to part ways with him in 2015. End of this season.
“I'm not going to talk about next year,” Vasseur told Spanish broadcaster DAZN.
“We reached an agreement with Carlos a few weeks ago to focus only on this championship and not to talk about the future.
“There are still 20 races left and 20 chances to win. We have to focus on that.”
read more: Fred Vasseur shuts down Carlos Sainz as Spanish media slams his departure
PlanetF1.com's conclusions from the Australian GP
As the aftermath of the Australian Grand Prix settles in, our own Oliver Harden analyzes the weekend's action and summarizes his post-race conclusions.
From doubts over where Carlos Sainz could, or perhaps should, place his future from 2025, to Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari on Fernando Alonso's word, the season is set to end. Even considering whether to spend the rest on a Fernando Alonso-style sabbatical. There's a lot to consider from the Australian Grand Prix weekend, which was the “worst ever” start to the season.
Read below to see our takeaways from the weekend.
read more: Australian GP conclusion: Lewis Hamilton on holiday?Carlos Sainz's next move
