F1 Gossip Qatar GP Date: Sunday, 1 December, 2024 Track: Losail Circuit ♖ Max Verstappen is the F1 world champion for the fourth successive year. ♖ Despite retaining his title, Max Verstappen will be paid less than last season due to his smaller win percentage. ♖ Formula 1 has reached an agreement with General Motors […]
Guido Terreni (ex-President and MD of Bulgari) said, ‘You don’t buy Parmigiani for your social recognition. You buy Parmigiani to please yourself.’ Parmigiani Fleurier’s timepieces appeal to those who prioritise personal satisfaction and the appreciation of craftsmanship over seeking social validation. Owning a classic Aston Martin DB5 or a modern Pagani Huayra mirrors this philosophy.
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‘The Monaco GP Secures Its Future Until 2031.’ The glamour and prestige of the Monaco Grand Prix will endure, as Formula 1 has extended its contract with the iconic street race until 2031. The announcement on 14 November 2024 marks a new chapter in the storied relationship between Monaco and F1. In 1929, the first
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Ferrari unveiled the F40 to celebrate its 40th anniversary. It was the last car personally approved by Enzo Ferrari and became the fastest, most powerful, and most expensive car in Ferrari’s line-up at the time. The mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive masterpiece quickly became one of Ferrari’s iconic models. 2018 Ferrari built a one-off creation based on the
‘For Sale: One Imagination, Low Mileage.’ The Coupé Simone was a creative concept dreamt up by Franklin Mint designers Roger Hardnock and Raffi Minasian in the late 1990s. They crafted an elaborate backstory and design for a non-existent Duesenberg model. In 1998, Franklin Mint unveiled a 1:24-scale model of the Coupé Simone, which gained popularity
‘Bristol cars were often referred to as the ‘Gentleman’s Express.’ Jason Wharton, Chairman and CEO of Bristol Cars, has launched Vision 8.0, a bold strategy to re-establish the brand as a luxury coachbuilder in time for its 80th anniversary in 2026. 1945 Bristol Cars was founded, earning renown for handcrafted luxury vehicles. In 2020, the
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Las Vegas GPDate: Sunday, 24 November, 2024Track: Las Vegas Street Circuit ♖ Formula 1’s new partners, Tequila Patron, Kit Kat, and McDonald’s in Latin America, are Sergio Perez’s sponsors. ♖ Christian Horner considers Max Verstappen to have answered his critics with a convincing victory at the Sao Paulo GP. ♖ Regarding the 2026 changes, James
‘Faster, shinier, and more mineral-rich.’ Aston Martin’s F1 team have announced a multi-year partnership with Ma’aden, Saudi Arabia’s largest mining company, marking Ma’aden’s first venture into sports sponsorship. The partnership was officially launched with Ma’aden’s branding debut on Aston Martin’s race cars during the 2024 São Paulo Grand Prix, reinforcing Aston Martin’s growing ties with
Rupert Keegan died on 23 September 2024 ‘Rupert Keegan emerged as a charismatic young driver in the late 1970s, often seen as the ‘next James Hunt.’ With sponsorships from brands like Penthouse and Durex, he quickly gained a ‘playboy’ image, which boosted his media presence and cast him in a particular light within Formula 1.
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‘If you Love something, set it Free.’ In March 2024, Mumtalakat, Bahrain’s sovereign wealth fund, took complete control of the McLaren Group, including McLaren Automotive and its racing division. In November 2024, CYVN Holdings, an Abu Dhabi-based investment company, entered a non-binding agreement to acquire 100% of McLaren Automotive. If completed, this investment would mark
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