F1 Notes: Perez Rumours Squashed, Wolff's Criticisms, Williams Success Verdict, And More

A daily round-up of everything to catch up on when you're too busy.

Max Verstappen has taken on a new driving challenge away from Formula One, Alpine has given some reasoning behind the abrupt dismissal of Otmar Szafnauer and Alan Permane, and Sky Sports F1 presenter Danica Patrick has revealed that she doesn't fully agree with the F1 Academy racing series.

Here is everything you need to catch up on. 

• Helmut Marko Shuts Down Sergio Perez Contract Rumours
• Sergio Perez Aims Crosshairs At Max Verstappen - "I've Done It Before"
• Mercedes Chief Hits Out At Teams Exploiting Williams' Shortcomings
• Max Verstappen Ventures Away From Formula One As He Takes On Drifting
• Danica Patrick Delivers F1 Academy Criticisms 
• James Vowles Gives Verdict On Williams' Success Path
• Aston Martin Chief Reveals Fernando Alonso Success Led Team Astray 
• Red Bull Team Chief Reveals He Is "Still In Recovery" From Controversial Abu Dhabi 2021 
• Alpine Chief Reveals Cut-Throat-Thinking Behind Otmar Szafnauer Dismissal

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🗞️ | Alex Albon revealed he has already been driving and working on the Williams 2024 car concept on the simulator since April, as the team sacrifices short team to be well prepared for next year. “I started working on next year’s car since April on the simulator and working and… pic.twitter.com/vrjHCCIE20

— leo🐋 (@formuleo_) August 9, 2023

Really fun times trying some new things. 🌊 I’ve never been very comfortable in water but have enjoyed pushing myself outside my comfort zone. A few small bruises later, we’re away! pic.twitter.com/OzagZOl3pM

— George Russell (@GeorgeRussell63) August 9, 2023

Wholeheartedly agree👏🏻Talent is only someone who can compete against the best in the sport. And that is currently (still) boys. @SkySportsF1 @skysportformel1 @DanicaPatrick The stopwatch decides. #sophia #racegirl #unscripted https://t.co/VcD6fRsIb3

— Sophia Floersch (@SophiaFloersch) August 8, 2023

Yuki's trainer Michael Italiano almost 'blinded' Yuki on the first day of his job after he threw a golf ball into one of his eyes accidentally 😳

"He rolled back and forth in pain and held his eye. It was my new job and I completely freaked out and ran to the bar. I asked, 'Are… pic.twitter.com/0jPtlCYUTW

— RBR Daily (@RBR_Daily) August 9, 2023