F1 Headlines - September 4

Secret Deal With Mercedes Behind Renault’s Improved Performance – Reports

FP2: Hamilton heads Bottas as Norris takes impressive third in second practice at Monza

Horner Brushes Off Hamilton’s ‘Ironic’ Comments About Albon’s Lack Of Pace

‘Not a good day’ – Verstappen struggling with RB16’s balance at Monza after crash in FP1

Max Verstappen brought out the red flags in FP1 after he lost control of his RB16 and hit the barriers at the Ascari Chicane – but the Red Bull driver was more concerned about a lack of grip and balance on his car across Friday’s two practice sessions at Monza. The Dutchman was fifth fastest in both FP1 and FP2 ahead of the Italian Grand Prix, but said it was “not a good day,” in a brief interview after Friday running had concluded.

Red Bull ‘Missed A Trick’ In Formula One – Renault Team Principal