F1 Notes: €50 Million Circuit Investment, Horner Accuser Appeals, Ricciardo Hits Back, And More
A brief overview of some of the biggest stories today. The iconic Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya has received a €50 million investment after the announcement of the Madrid Grand Prix in 2026, Christian Horner's accuser has officially filed an appeal of the findings of the internal investigation, Daniel Ricciardo has hit back at claims he is past his peak, and former F1 team owner Eddie Jordan claims Lance Stroll needs to dramatically improve to keep his seat in Aston Martin.
Here is everything you need to catch up on.
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Iconic Circuit On The Verge Of Cancellation Receives €50 Million Investment
The Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, at risk of being dropped from the Formula 1 calendar, has received a €50 million investment to modernise and adapt to new requirements, with its current contract running until 2026.
The circuit management's plan aims to transform the facility into a sustainable and innovative hub, not just for motorsports but for various events, reflecting a long-term vision initiated over two years ago.
Christian Horner Accuser Officially Appeals Red Bull GmbH Investigation Decision
The female Red Bull Racing employee has appealed against the internal investigation's conclusion that cleared team chief Christian Horner of misconduct allegations. The appeal comes in the wake of an independent probe which previously exonerated Horner, leading to significant attention within the Formula 1 community.
Additionally, the FIA is conducting a separate inquiry into the accuser's allegations against Horner, indicating the case's wider ramifications.
Daniel Ricciardo Hits Back After Recent Struggles With Simple Response
Daniel Ricciardo has strongly refuted suggestions that his best years are behind him, particularly as he prepares for the Australian Grand Prix, with an eye on making a significant impact to vie for a seat with Red Bull.
Despite a rocky start to the 2024 season with finishes outside the top ten, Ricciardo's determination remains steadfast, fuelled by his return to the Australian Grand Prix after missing last year's race.
Lance Stroll's Aston Martin Future Questioned - "Results Are Not Good Enough"
Eddie Jordan, former F1 team owner, has suggested that Aston Martin's Lawrence Stroll may soon need to critically evaluate his son Lance Stroll's performance due to his inconsistent results in Formula 1.
Despite Lance Stroll's entry into F1 in 2017 and achieving three podiums and a pole position, his performance has been marked by inconsistency, with his best championship finish being tenth. Jordan believes that for Aston Martin to become a consistently winning team, Lance Stroll needs to significantly improve his performance or his position in the team may need to be reconsidered.