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    Oliver Bearman, 18, will not keep Ferrari F1 place for Australian GP despite amazing debut in Saudi

    OLIVER BEARMAN will be on standby for this week’s Australian Grand Prix as Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz is expected to be back to fitness for the race.The Brit, 18, was called up as an 11th hour-replacement for Sainz after the Spaniard had appendicitis ahead of qualifying for the Saudi Arabian GP.Oliver Bearman is set to return to F2 at the Australian GPCredit: GettyCarlos Sainz has recovered from appendicitisCredit: GettyBearman is dating TikTok star Estelle OgilvyEstelle studies law at universityCredit: Instagram / @silly_lettuceBearman defied expectations to come home in seventh place in Jeddah on his F1 debut.However, he is now likely to return to his Formula 2 duties with Sainz fit again to compete.Bearman will get behind the wheel of Prema Racing’s car as he is cheered on by his TikTok sensation and law student girlfriend Estelle Ogilvy.”Carlos Sainz is expected to be back in the car,” Ferrari said.READ MORE IN F1Sainz, who is out of contract at the end of the season having lost his seat for 2025 to Lewis Hamilton, was third behind Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez at the season-opening Bahrain GP last month.Speaking ahead of this week’s Australian GP, Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur said: “We expect to be frontrunners on this track, which could produce a similar pecking order to the one seen in Jeddah.”We intend adopting an aggressive approach with the aim of putting pressure on the team that’s won the first two races.”Meanwhile, Russian driver Nikita Mazepin has overturned the European Union sanctions against him.Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMazepin was axed by the Haas team due to his father’s links to Russia’s president Vladimir Putin.Dmitry Mazepin has bankrolled his son’s motorsports career but Nikita was sacked by Haas following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.Who is Ferrari’s new star Oliver BearmanHowever, he has now been removed from the EU sanctions list – although any F1 return is highly unlikely. More

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    Wanda Nara bares her bum in outrageous pink outfit as Mauro Icardi’s ‘perfect’ wife poses with multiple Ferraris

    MAURO ICARDI’S wife Wanda Nara took social media by storm with a raunchy photoshoot.Wanda posed in a pink thong in front of two Ferrari cars and shared the snaps on Instagram.Wanda Nara took social media by storm as she posed in a pink thongCredit: https://www.instagram.com/wanda_nara/Wanda posed next to two Ferrari cars during a raunchy photoshootCredit: https://www.instagram.com/wanda_nara/Wanda shared all the pics on her Instagram accountCredit: https://www.instagram.com/wanda_nara/Wanda has over 17million followers on Instagram aloneCredit: https://www.instagram.com/wanda_nara/Wanda’s post attracted over 78,000 likes from her fansCredit: https://www.instagram.com/wanda_nara/The 37-year-old’s pics attracted over 78,000 likes from her 17.2million followers who stormed the comments’ section.One fan posted: “Perfect.”Another commented: “Gorgeous.”A third wrote: “Beautiful.”Read More on FootballThat fan said: “You’re very beautiful.”And that one gushed: “Looks perfect.”Wanda and Galatasaray star Icardi have been married for 11 turbulent years.The Argentinean model claimed she had split with the striker two years ago.Most read in FootballBut the controversial couple appear to have now sorted their differences.Icardi has amassed a total of 23 goals and 11 assists in 38 appearances this season.’World’s most controversial Wag’ rubs salt into Man Utd wounds with cheeky Instagram post after Galatasaray defeatThe 31-year-old has also played for Inter Milan and Paris Saint-Germain thanks to his wife’s dealings.Meanwhile Wanda wowed as she won Italy’s version of Strictly Come Dancing last year.Check out more of Wanda Nara below…Wanda and Mauro Icardi regularly pose for pictures togetherCredit: INSTAGRAMWanda is both the wife and agent of IcardiCredit: Instagram @wanda_naraShe has accumulated a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @wanda_naraWanda often shares pictures of her stunning physiqueCredit: InstagramShe has posed in lingerie and bikinis in the pastCredit: Instagram @wanda_nara More

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    F1 star Carlos Sainz’s model girlfriend Rebecca Donaldson shows off her toned figure in floral bikini on beach

    RADIANT Rebecca Donaldson laps up the sunshine as she adjusts to life with her Formula One star boyfriend Carlos Sainz.The Scottish model, 28, who was first linked to the Ferrari driver last June, wore a floral bikini during a beach photoshoot.Stunning Rebecca Donaldson posed in a floral bikini for a photoshootCredit: Sea Level Swim / CMAThe Scottish model was first linked to F1 driver Carlos Sainz last JuneCredit: GettyRebecca has since been seen at F1 races with the Spaniard, 29, including the Las Vegas Grand Prix in November.He was replaced by Brit prodigy Oliver Bearman, 18, at last Saturday’s F1 battle in Saudi Arabia after being hit with appendicitis.At least he had the consolation of a pit stop with Rebecca.Rebecca got her foot in the modeling industry when she won her first beauty pageant at 17 years old.READ MORE CELEBRITIES“My mom entered me and I was really surprised when I found out,” she told the Daily Record in 2011. Alongside her successful modeling career, Donaldson is the founder of Muse, an activewear clothing line she started during the Covid-19 pandemic.”I knew I wanted to create something that not only I would wear and be proud of putting my name against, but also something that was missing from the market – affordable, good quality products that are also very wearable day-to-day, as I found I struggled to find items that covered all these aspects,” she told Vestd in 2021.The apparel found at Muse is transferrable from the gym to everyday life and uses a neutral, trans-seasonal color palette to make the clothes optional year-round.Most read in MotorsportCharles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz meet Ferrari’s 2022 F1 car for the first time More

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    Staggering wealth of F1 teen sensation Oliver Bearman revealed

    F1 star Oliver Bearman is a millionaire aged just 18, new accounts reveal.The Ferrari rising star pipped idol Lewis Hamilton in a stunning debut race in Saudi Arabia last Saturday as he finished seventh.F1 star Oliver Bearman is a millionaire aged just 18, new accounts revealCredit: RexAnd figures reveal his racing firm – OBR Management Ltd – is in full throttle. It has assets of £302,263 and is due to be paid £774,730.It means the teen prodigy, who is dating TikTok sensation Estelle Ogilvy, is worth on paper an eye-watering £1,076.993.The firm, which used to be called Oliver Bearman Racing Ltd, channels his F1 earnings and filed accounts to June 30, 2023 at Companies House this week.OBR Management was formed in June 2020, and was previously known as Ollie Bearman Racing Ltd.Read More on SportOliver – who joined Ferrari’s academy aged 16 – is one of three directors of the company along with his Dad, David, 45.And a source said: “Oliver has burst onto the scene and will add millions to his earnings in the coming years.“He is very marketable and likable so companies will want to be associated with him.“And the fact that he is dating Estelle, who could also make millions from modelling, only adds to his value.”Most read in MotorsportWe told on Wednesday how the teen F1 star flunked his first driving test before passing at the second attempt.He failed over “response to traffic lights” – probably meaning he pulled away too quickly. TikToker Estelle Ogilvy’s glam life as she splits time between jetting to watch F1 boyfriend Oliver Bearman and studying Driving instructor David, 52, who helped him pass second time around told how they took lessons in Ollie’s BMW and he felt “totally safe”.The teen star replaced Carlos Sainz at the Saudi Grand Prix, and won the fan-voted Driver of the Day award.He is set for more Formula 1 outings after his dazzling debut. More

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    Ferrari ‘want to poach key Red Bull staff for Hamilton’s arrival’ as they take advantage of Horner sexting scandal

    FERRARI are looking to capitalise on Red Bull’s scandal surrounding Christian Horner by poaching some of their key staff members, according to reports.Red Bull have been rocked by a sexting scandal involving team principal Christian Horner.The scandal surrounding Christian Horner is engulfing Red BullCredit: RexFerrari are eyeing up Red Bull staff members as they prepare to welcome Lewis Hamilton next nextCredit: RexThe Brit, 50, who is married to Spice Girls star Geri Haliwell, was cleared of any wrongdoing following claims made by a female colleague about his behaviour.But fractures within the Red Bull team are still making headlines as world champion Max Verstappen backed advisor Helmut Marko and threatened to quit amid reports Marko could be suspended by the team for allegedly leaking evidence from the investigation.It has also been reported the female colleague that made the accusations against Horner is set to appeal.Now yet more bad news seems to be engulfing the constructors champions as their main rivals look to take advantage of their predicament.READ MORE IN F1According to Gazetta dello Sport, Ferrari have “acted promptly to intensify contacts with various members” of the Red Bull team.The Italians, who will welcome seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton to the team for the 2025 season, are being linked with Red Bull’s on-track aerodynamic development officer David Morgan, head of performance Ben Waterhouse, and leader of their aerodynamic development team Alessandro Germani.They were also previously said to be interested in technical director Pierre Wache and head of aerodynamics Enrico Balbo.If chief technician Adrian Newey ever opted to leave Red Bull, it is also understood Ferrari would seek to snap him up.Most read in MotorsportCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Brit Morgan, who previously worked with Williams as a track aerodynamicist, has been with Red Bull for six years.Germani joined Red Bull 10 years ago, while Waterhouse has been working in the industry for more than two decades.Spice Girls ‘rallying behind’ Geri Halliwell, Mel B says amid sexting scandal plaguing F1 boss husband Christian HornerMeanwhile, Red Bull were forced to deny reports they were considering sacking Horner on Monday.The claims stated bosses were considering axing the team principal before the Australian Grand Prix on March 24.On the track, Red Bull have made the perfect start to the season, securing one-two finishes in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.Verstappen, seeking a fourth successive world title, has won both in dominant fashion. More

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    Brit F1 wonderkid Oliver Bearman caught in awkward moment as he calls rival ‘so slow’ seconds before he walks past

    FORMULE ONE’S newest young gun was involved in an awkward moment after making his bow in the fast lane.The 18-year-old Oliver Bearman produced a brilliant performance to finish seventh in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.F1 wonderkid Oliver Bearman hit the skids in a post-race interviewCredit: YouTube / Sky Sports F1He was involved in an awkward moment as rival Nico Hulkenberg walked behind himCredit: YouTube / Sky Sports F1The Ferrari prodigy became the youngest Brit to ever race in F1 and is the third youngest driver ever.Bearman managed to place in front of compatriots Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris.He also finished ahead of Nico Hulkenberg, 36.After the race, Bearman was quizzed about his battle to overtake Hulkenberg by Sky Sports. READ MORE ON FORMULA ONEHe was then asked to clarify whether when he said “too slow” on his radio he was talking about his own car’s performance.However, the youngster revealed that he was in fact telling them that Hulkenberg was “so slow” – and the timing of his candid admission could not have been worse.Just as the words were leaving his mouth, his German rival walked straight behind him.The experienced driver then winked at someone as Bearman, who may not have noticed, nervously swiped his forehead.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBaarman’s moment in the spotlight came after he got the call to be a replacement for Carlos Sainz in Saudi as the star underwent surgery for appendicitis.He joined Ferrari’s driver academy at the age of 16 and quit school against his mother’s wishes and moved to Modena — close to Ferrari’s headquarters in northern Italy.Meet Oliver Bearman the Brit F1 star making debut with Ferrari who speaks with Italian twang and has famous brother In 2023, he came sixth in the Formula Two championship.Bearman has been tipped as a future star after he was snapped up as part of Ferrari’s young driver scheme.His road to the top began in 2021 as he won the F4 series in both Italy and Germany.After moving up to F3, the teen sensation finished in third and was promoted to F2 in 2023 with Prema Racing.The racer featured in Mexico City and Abu Dhabi practice sessions with Haas during the 2023 season.He impressed in Mexico, where he became Britain’s youngest-ever F1 driver, finishing ahead of two-time world champion Fernando Alonso in practice.His big appearance comes after Hamilton’s upcoming switch to Ferrari next year.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd the legend hailed Bearman after his performance, saying: “To be pulled out of your class and put straight into a Ferrari, he did such a phenomenal job.“It has showed he is a really bright future star.”🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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    Lewis Hamilton had to pull ‘struggling’ Brit F1 hero Oliver Bearman, 18, out of his car after debut at Saudi Arabian GP

    OLIVER BEARMAN had to be pulled out of the car by Lewis Hamilton after his Formula One debut. The 18-year-old replaced Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix amid his battle with appendicitis.Oliver Bearman came seventh in his F1 debutCredit: GettyLewis Hamilton helped the ‘struggling’ teen star get out of his car at the end of the raceCredit: SplashBearman impressed on his first appearance in F1, finishing in seventh place.But the physically gruelling effort took its toll on him and the shattered Brit had to be helped post-race by Lewis Hamilton.Bearman revealed: “He was basically pulling me out of the car because I was struggling. It was really physical. “In a race like this – one of the lowest-degradation tracks of the season and one of the highest lateral G-forces – you are pretty much doing 50 qualifying laps.”READ MORE IN F1Bearman, who is challenging for the F2 title, was the youngest ever Brit to earn a spot on the grid and the first to represent Ferrari since Eddie Irvine 25 years ago. But the wonderkid was not daunted by his chance to driver against the best.He added: “I grew up watching these guys fighting and it was nice to share the track with them. It was a pleasure to have their recognition.”Honestly, surprisingly, it felt like any other race.Most read in Motorsport”The start procedure is a bit different to an F2 race start – but once the lights were on you were focusing on what is around you.”Luckily the F4 radios weren’t broadcast, but in F3 I was a bit more irate and I’ve learnt over the years that doesn’t bring any performance. Who is Ferrari’s new star Oliver Bearman”No matter what, I tried to stay calm, especially in a situation like this. “We knew the race was going to come towards us so I stayed calm and let it come.”Bearman, who is dating TikTok sensation Estelle Ogilvy, has already been tipped to nail down a regular spot on the grid next season.He is currently a reserve driver for both Ferrari and Haas, with him expected to be handed a race seat at the latter in 2025. More

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    Mercedes star stripped of race win in rarely seen incident because team were too busy celebrating her victory

    A MERCEDES star was stripped of a win after failing to realise the race was over in a rarely seen incident.A huge mix up meant the driver went past the chequered flag TWICE and was demoted from first to ninth.Mercedes-backed F1 Academy driver Doriane Pin saw her second race win stripped awayCredit: GettyPin had bizarrely continued racing after the race the had finished because she had not been told to stopCredit: RexRace Control handed Pin a 20-second penalty which demoted her from P1Credit: RexIt came in the all-female F1 Academy, which was enjoying it’s first weekend of the season in Saudi Arabia alongside the Formula One action.And while British 18-year-old Oliver Bearman took the headlines in F1 for his impressive P7 finish for Ferrari, it was a stripped race win for Doriane Pin which sparked controversy in the sister series.Pin, 20, had dominated on track throughout the weekend, claiming pole in qualifying before winning both of the weekend’s races.However, Mercedes-backed Pin saw her victory in the second race cruelly taken away in a rarely seen sequence of events. READ MORE IN F1After taking the chequered flag, Pin’s Prema team were busy celebrating the double win on the pit wall.But because her engineers were too busy toasting her success, Pin continued to drive around the Jeddah Corniche Circuit at race speed on what should have been the cooldown lap.Pin went on to complete two full laps before the red flag was shown to stop her.As a result of her driving much faster than she should have been, Race Control had to impose a drive-through penalty as per the rules, but because it could not be applied mid-race it was applied afterwards. Most read in MotorsportCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL This converted into a 20-second time penalty and consequently caused Pin to drop to P9 in the standings, allowing Alpine junior Abbi Pulling to inherit the win in race two.F1 Academy explained: “Doriane Pin has received a drive-through penalty for crossing the chequered flag twice and completing two laps at full speed until the red flag was shown.Brit F1 sensation Oliver Bearman, 18, seals impressive 7th in first ever GP as Max Verstappen wins in Saudi Arabia”As the penalty could not be served in-race, it has been converted into a 20-second penalty added to her elapsed race time.”Following the race Pin said a radio issue meant she kept going at race speed as she was unsure whether it was the last lap or not.She said: “I had a little bit of an issue with the radio. I couldn’t hear anything by the engineers so I didn’t know if it was the last lap or not. I kept pushing in case it was.”It had not been evident on the broadcast as her engineer asked: “Doriane, what are you doing? It’s the chequered flag.” To which she replied: “You didn’t tell me!”One of the craziest things i’ve ever seen in racing. Dorian Pin wins the race, but her engineers are too busy celebrating to tell her, so she keeps barrelling down the track at full speed, to the confusion of everyone pic.twitter.com/PqKnAW7nTq— 2Fast2Sickos (@2Fast2Sickos) March 9, 2024

    After having the win stripped away, Pin took to social media to say: “An unfortunate end to an incredible first weekend in F1 Academy, the team and the car were amazing, but a post race penalty drops me to P9. “Will come back even stronger in Miami. Congrats to @AbbiPulling on P1.”The change sees Pulling also inherit the lead of the drivers championship with 44 points.Ferrari-coloured Maya Weug is also now above Pin on 33 points with the Pin herself sitting on 32 points, 14 clear of McLaren-backed Bianca Bustamante.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe next event for F1 Academy will be in Miami between May 3 and 5.Meanwhile, the next F1 race will be in Australia on March 24.🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More