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The Saudi Automobile & Motorcycle Federation (SAMF) – Promoter of the Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2021 – is delighted to announce that Saudi Telecom Company (stc) will be the title partner of the first ever Formula 1 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, which will take place on the brand-new Jeddah Corniche Circuit on the weekend of December 3rd – 5th.

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The formal agreement was signed this morning by HRH Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al-Abdullah Al-Faisal, Chairman of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation, His Royal Highness Prince Mohammad bin Khalid Alabdullah Alfaisal, Chairman of stc Board of Directors, and stc Group CEO Engineer Olayan M. Alwetaid.

In addition to its inclusion on the event title, the terms of the agreement will see the stc logo be heavily displayed throughout the race weekend. The stc brand is set to feature prominently on all global broadcasts as well as on the winners’ trophies and across the Jeddah Corniche Circuit – the newest, longest and fastest street circuit in the world – during the penultimate round of the 2021 FIA Formula One World Championship.

In turn, stc will support a variety of inspiring initiatives and events hosted across the Kingdom, as part of Vision 2030’s aim to inspire the nation to engage in increased sporting activities and to promote a healthier lifestyle for all.

Formula 1 revealed its next-generation racecar that will be used by teams in the upcoming 2022 season. The purpose of the new, more aerodynamic vehicle design is to create more opportunities for wheel-to-wheel racing and therefore, more action on the track.

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Formula 1 relied heavily on Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) – a virtual wind tunnel, that allowed Formula 1 to explore thousands of possible concepts without having to manufacture a single part. These CFD simulations are extremely computationally intensive and thus they turned to Amazon Web Services (AWS) to solve their supercomputer needs, saving Formula 1 both time and money.

Downforce is a crucial element to Formula 1 racing as it aids traction to increase cornering speeds, and results in drivers often pulling more than 5g in corners (similar to a fighter aircraft pilot). Current Formula 1 cars, however, lose around half of their downforce when they are closely following another car, which makes overtaking difficult. To address this, Formula 1 spent more than two years redesigning the car to allow the following car to maintain as much of its downforce as possible. To achieve this, the new racecar features wheel wake control devices, a brand-new bodywork design with a new front wing shape, simplified suspension, a new rear-end layout, and underfloor tunnels. In addition, they’ll run on 18-inch wheels with low-profile tyres for the first time.

The CFD project used over 1,400 AWS compute cores per simulation (a typical laptop has 2-4 computer cores) to run detailed simulations of over 550 million data points that model the impact of one car’s aerodynamic wake on another. Using the unmatched scalability of AWS, Formula 1 was able to reduce the average time to run simulations by 80%—from 60 hours down to 12 hours.

The Volkswagen Group seems to be considering entering the Formula 1 circus, which is confidently moving towards an exciting new era in motorsport. Starting the 2022 season, the F1 grid will see the brand new cars specifications. But at the same time, new rules regarding engines are expected in 2026. In this case, new companies will get the green light to join the exciting world of formula and diversify the championship.

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Who is the first in line to join the pinnacle of motorsport? The Volkswagen Group has long been interested in the opportunity to try again in F1. Two attempts in the last five years have been extremely unsuccessful. Why are the chances of VW Group participating are better now than ever? As the saying goes: “third time lucky”. Actually, there were two reasons for it. Firstly, there was a thorny relationship between the late Volkswagen chairman Ferdinand Piech and former F1 chief executive Bernie Ecclestone. And secondly, the Volkswagen Group was ready to join F1 only if all its requirements regarding the engine will be fulfilled so that they had at least some chance of success. In 2014, V6 turbo power units were already presented, which included two main components of energy recovery – MGU-H and MGU-K. MGU-H (Motor Generator Unit-Heat) is what recovers and stores energy. The turbocharger.MGU-K is what accumulates kinetic energy from braking and transfers it to the wheels. MGU-H is considered off-limits for new manufacturers like VW who are considering entering F1. It would be too expensive for the FIA to meet the VF requirements and change the engine again.

If the first reason is no longer relevant, the Volkswagen Group has new leadership, and the Formula 1 CEO is Stefano Domenicali, who led and conducted research in 2015 to find out if it makes sense for Audi to participate in Formula 1. And he is clearly interested in the German concern about joining F1. But VF requirements are still tough. Despite the fact that nobody knows how the new engines will look like, the Volkswagen Group has put forward the following conditions – to preserve the existing engines V6, eliminate MGU-H, preserve the hybrid component of MGU K. Regarding MGU-H, the current teams have split into two camps, and Mercedes is a fierce opponent of fulfilling this requirement. Although after the last meeting in Monza, it was Toto Wolff who said that he was ready to compromise if it would help the Volkswagen Group join Formula 1.

Formula 1 is one of the most expensive sports in the world. In order to compete in the fastest competition in the world, teams need to assemble the best engineers and technicians to keep vehicles at their best. However, racing isn’t all about speed and drivers are more than just drivers, they are athletes.

Extreme preparation

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With races lasting for roughly 90 minutes, drivers face temperatures that can reach 40°C inside the car. While Formula 1 isn’t the only sport that faces such extreme conditions it is one of the few that can’t escape them. In this sense, only a sport such as cycling faces similar challenges. But how does one fight this? In cycling, riders, such as Egan Bernal, run training sessions lasting 5-7 hours in which heat variations are simulated. In 2019, when riders were faced with 40°C during the Tour de France, Bernal resisted these adverse conditions and convincingly won the race. As a result, according to outright odds for betting on cycling, he is currently one of the favourites to win the 2022 edition of the French Tour and reclaim his title at odds of 12/1.

Luckily, in Formula 1 there are different ways to fight the heat. Drivers wear special suits that promote breathability and shield them from overheating, but also are kept hydrated through a pump system installed in the cars containing isotonic drinks. Racers drive with a small straw placed in their mouths that can be active by simply pushing a button. This allows pilots to maintain their hydration and glucose at stable levels, which, in turn, directly affect concentration and reflexes. In fact, driver Sergio Pérez recently faced extreme conditions which resulted in dehydration.

The Laureato Chronograph Aston Martin Edition is the latest timepiece borne of the partnership between Girard-Perregaux and Aston Martin. The dial of the Laureato Chronograph Aston Martin Edition is presented in the ultra-luxury marques’ traditional Racing Green colourway.

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The partnership was first revealed in early 2021, and indeed, a genuine friendship formed between Girard-Perregaux and Aston Martin has led to the creation of a new timepiece, the Laureato Chronograph Aston Martin Edition. Its styling masterfully plays with shapes, textures, and light, tailored to those who appreciate luxury and performance. Collectively, the two companies have over 330 years of amassed know-how, something that is evident when appraising both firms’ creations. However, while they respect their heritage, they share a resolutely forward-thinking outlook.

Back in the early 1900s, various colours were assigned to racing cars to distinguish the different nationalities of the teams. As a result, French cars were presented in blue, Italian cars were famously red, Belgian cars were yellow, German cars were silver, and British cars were dressed in British Racing Green. As a British marque, Aston Martin adopted green as its racing colour with the most famous example being the Aston Martin DBR1 that won the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1959. From that car to the modern-day Formula 1® car, Aston Martin’s racing colour has remained green.

The Laureato Chronograph Aston Martin Edition is the latest creation from Girard-Perregaux, made in collaboration with Aston Martin. Its dial is suffused with a delightfully decadent application of what is now known as “Aston Martin Green”, achieved by painstakingly applying paint twenty-one times to the dial, forming seven distinct layers of paint as a result. The automotive influences also encompass cross-hatching, a diamond-like pattern first seen with the ultra-luxury car manufacturer’s ‘AM’ logo (1921 – 1926). This motif was also inspired by the quilted seats found in the British brand’s numerous high-performance sports cars.

This is the question that all fans of motorsport and, most significantly, Formula 1 fans are asking themselves. Could Sir Lewis Hamilton eclipse all the other greats who have won the driver’s championship in the past if he manages to clinch his eighth title at the end of the season.

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It’s not something that anyone could seriously bet against. After all, his career has been studded with milestones and record achievements. Over 15 amazing seasons, he has achieved more wins, more pole positions and more podium finishes than any other driver in history. 

He’s even equalled Michael Schumacher’s seven World Championships, a feat that no one could have expected even when he won the Canadian Grand Prix back in his rookie season of 2007.

There have been many other famous victories in the 99 races that he has won between then and the 2021 US Grand Prix. But some stick in the memory more than others. 

Images of James Hunt captured in his last believed portrait photoshoot unearthed after 30 years during the lockdown. Now revealed for the very first time and available as exclusive limited edition fine art prints.

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An unseen collection of stunning portrait photographs of James Hunt, taken by a young aspiring photographer in an extraordinary one-to-one photoshoot in the 1990s, has been unearthed after 30 years.

The exclusive images were captured by British photographer Patrick Steel, at the beginning of his career, as an assistant to top celebrity photographers, including Terry O’Neill and David Steen. On their advice to build a portfolio of celebrity portraits, he wrote to James requesting a photoshoot – not expecting a reply – which resulted in the one-off photoshoot ‘at home’.

These unrivalled portraits, thought to be the only collection of fine artworks capturing James ‘off track’ were rediscovered during a lockdown ‘clear out’ and are now being revealed for the very first time, to mark the 45th anniversary of James’ 1976 Formula 1 World Championship win

Who could have imagined at the beginning of the season that after such a disastrous run in 2020, the Ferrari Formula 1 team will again be able to fight in the top 3 of the constructors’ championship, and will even have several notable podiums? What’s the secret behind it and how can other outfits learn from the Scuderia?

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  Wake up from the nightmare

All the problems began in 2019 with the fraud scandal. SF90S proved to be unusually fast. Red Bull was the first who could not stand aside, they developed several possible variants due to which Scuderia could gain a huge advantage and turned to the FIA for clarification of what is legal and what is not. The FIA immediately responded with new technical regulations, the main idea of which was to prohibit special fuel delivery systems. Immediately after the directives were issued, the Scuderia cars became noticeably slower.
Scuderia finished the season 6th out of 10. This result was the worst for the team over the past 40 years. Their engine was deemed the absolute worst on the grid. So first they needed to start digging themselves out of this situation, which they did, step by step.

  Start dealing with actual problems

The quick return was made more difficult by a new token system to limit customisations that could only be spent on certain parts of the car. And despite the difficulties, Scuderia skillfully used her chance to make the car better. In 2020, Ferrari was experiencing serious air dynamics problems and they’ve decided to use tokens to redesign the gearbox. It’s an ingenious move, with the gearbox also allowed to redesign the body parts around it at the rear of the car. It allowed to minimise drag and increase downforce on the rear ring. This shows the immense skill in both management and design of a Formula 1 operation.

  Modernise

What were the modifications? On the one hand, they were aimed at reducing the longitudinal dimensions of the box, which was very important from the point of view of aerodynamics. But perhaps a more important decision was to raise the differential. On the SF21, it is about 30 mm higher than it was before. It would seem that such a change would hardly affect the efficiency of the chassis. Moreover, because of this, the centre of gravity shifted upward, which is definitely not a positive result. However, the benefits were undoubtedly greater. The fact is that the space under the box has been freed up, where air flows towards the diffuser. This added downforce to the rear of the chassis, which Ferrari sorely lacked in the 2020 season. Now it was possible to use a less “loaded” rear wing, which added speed on the straights – this component was the weak point of the SF1000.

Introduction

 

2021 Formula 1 United States Grand Prix was won by Max Verstappen with Lewis Hamilton finishing in second place, and Red Bull gaining ground on Mercedes thanks to Perez’s podium finish – and the championship leader extending his lead to 12 points.

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From second on the grid, Hamilton enjoyed a stellar start off the line as the lights went out in Austin, and despite Verstappen squeezing him as far as possible down the inside to the run-up to Turn 1, the Briton gained P1 from the Dutchman to lead going into the esses. Perez, starting third, followed and began to lose hundredths, then tenths, to the leaders.

Red Bull championship hopeful Verstappen opened the pit window on Lap 11, pitting from medium tyres to hards, while Mercedes’ reigning champion Hamilton followed in on Lap 14 only to emerge second behind the under-cutting Red Bull driver. But there was another pit stop to come under the scorching Texas sun.

Nowadays, there are life hacks for any activity or situation, and the same goes for motorcycle riding. It’s remarkable what difference simple life hacks can do, and make things much more manageable for you.

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Riding and managing motorcycles come with all sorts of challenges, whether you’re riding the naked motorcycle, chopper, or cruiser bike. That’s why we asked the well-versed bikers for advice and came up with the top eight essential motorcycle life hacks, just for our readers. 

Turn Trash Bags Into An Emergency Rain Gear

If you find yourself in a situation where you don’t have proper rain gear and you don’t want to get soaked, you can improvise with trash bags. Simply tear the holes for your head and arms and turn an ordinary trash bag into a windproof and rainproof jacket, which will not only protect you from the rain but also preserve your body temperature. It may look ridiculous to other people, but believe us, you’ll be grateful to have it on you.

Support The Kickstand

There is a simple fix to stop your bike from falling over and prevent potential damage. You can use any item to give the stand more stability, such as crushed pop can or plastic jar lid, to name a few. This will prevent the kickstand from sinking into the ground and distribute the weight evenly. 

Nowadays, people are betting on all sorts of sports in their free time because there are loads of online bookmakers to choose from. The majority of bettors decide to wager on popular options, such as football. Besides soccer, sports fans also punt on basketball, baseball, tennis, and loads of other sports.

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All of the options mentioned above are notorious for their betting markets and good odds, but this doesn’t mean there aren’t any other options that are worth it. Some of the things that are slowly becoming the go-to option for many bettors are called motorsports. They offer loads of opportunities, as long as you know how to take advantage of them. Let’s take a look at a few intriguing facts about how to wager on this sport.

Some online bookies have special motorsports subsections, whereas others divide them into individual sports

One of the first things we’d like to point out is that the term “motorsports” is used to describe all kinds of sports that include some sort of motorized vehicle. Some iGaming websites know that, which is why they also use it on their platforms. However, you can come across many sports betting sites that decided to separate the different motorsports. If you are unsure how to wager on any of them, sites like betenemy.com explain more about betting on motorsports, which means you can learn everything about things, such as F1, touring car racing, motorcycle racing, and so on. What’s even more impressive is that this site has detailed reviews about online bookies that offer the best markets and odds for motorsports.

If you want to try out something different while wagering online, don’t forget to test the different motorsports. Even though not every iGaming operator will allow you to bet on these kinds of sports, most companies have started implementing them in their sections. As a result, even people who don’t watch F1, Moto GP, or other popular motorsports decided to put them to the test.

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One of the things that you should keep in mind about the different motorsports is that you may not have the chance to use that many markets. Most iGaming operators will provide you with a handful of options, some of which are really good. With that being said, here are some of the options that are known for having excellent odds.

Winning Car

The first and also the most popular motorsports betting market that you will have the option to use is called Winning Car. Depending on which iGaming operator you go to, this market might have a different name. Speaking of operators, you can check out Nostrabet, where there are motorsports betting sites offering really good odds for most motorsports. Since these things are not as popular as the usual go-to options yet, the odds for some markets are higher than usual.

Wagering on motorsports may not be as popular as betting on football and basketball, but this doesn’t mean it is not worth it. Every sport is unique, and those that require a car, motorcycle, or another type of motorized vehicle are no exception. That’s one of the reasons why you can come across different kinds of motorsports while wagering online.

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Like every other thing you want to bet on, motorsports have their pros and cons. Even though the advantages definitely outweigh the negatives, there are several things users should keep in mind while wagering on this sport, so let’s check some of them.

Pros

One of the advantages of punting on motorsports is the fact that you can find multiple online bookmakers that will give you access to them. If you are having trouble finding an IGaming operator, you can check these Motorsports betting sites by Efirbet, and you will see that they have all the necessary markets, features, and other types of things. Finding a solid online bookmaker is one of the first things that you have to do, so make sure to check each operator individually.

While it is true that betting on every sport has its risks, if we take a look at the statistics, motorsports are usually easier to predict. The people that are considered to be among the favourites often win the races, which is why punters bet on them. In fact, some iGaming operators offer unique markets that exclude some of the potential winners.

Even though most motorsports may not allow you to use that many betting markets, they make up for it by offering other types of things. Besides the potential features and lucrative odds you might have access to, some iGaming operators also have various promotions.

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Since gambling bonuses play an essential role in the iGaming industry, users shouldn’t be surprised when they get the chance to put numerous offers to the test. Pointing out all of them is almost impossible, and frankly, not every reward can be used while wagering on motorsports. Yet, a few proposals stand out, so let’s check them out.

No deposit bonuses for motorsports

The first thing we want to point out in this article is a reward that everyone likes. Whether you are interested in motorsports, eSports, badminton, floorball, or something else, you will probably want to try out a no deposit bonus because, usually, this reward can be used for free. Although some of you probably haven’t seen them, online bettors who open Silentbet will see that there are different no deposit bonuses for motorsports events. The majority of them only require users to open an account on the given platform, and they can receive the offer right away. However, you may find different online bookmakers with a few extra requirements you must complete before using the no deposit offers.

MindMaze and Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN will continue their drive to build the future of brain technology and optimise human performance by taking their relationship to a new level ahead of this weekend’s United States Grand Prix and for the rest of the season.

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A partner of the Sauber Group since 2020, MindMaze is a global leader in brain technology and is on a mission to improve every aspect of life by expertly blending advanced neuroscience, deep tech and innovative engineering. Its industry-leading digital therapeutic treatment solutions are currently maximising the recovery potential of patients suffering from neurological disease and injury in the global healthcare environment.

MindMaze’s partnership with Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN and Sauber Group is part of the Swiss company’s strategy to take a unique and holistic approach to understand the brain in order to optimise human performance. Gaining deeper insights into how the brain acts in peak performance sports such as motorsport supports MindMaze’s work to develop human-centric safety, performance and entertainment solutions across multiple industries, and provides additional data and understanding that can be fed into its healthcare research.

Tej Tadi, PhD, MindMaze founder and CEO:

Part of the MindMaze mission is to accelerate humanity’s ability to recover, learn and adapt through advanced neurotechnology. Formula One is a high-performance sport that can give us deeper insights into the human brain. We are very interested in bringing human safety and performance in motorsport to the centre stage through our technology and partners. Earlier this month we closed a $125 million investment round as a part of our global growth strategy in Healthcare and beyond. With that in mind, we’re delighted to build on our existing technical partnership with Sauber Group by supporting the Alfa Romeo Racing ORLEN team at the United States Grand Prix this week. North America is a key market for MindMaze and our F1 involvement in Austin will support our pioneering work and technology.