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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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    F1 star Pierre Gasly fulfils ‘lifelong dream’ by becoming co-owner of Arsenal legend Thierry Henry’s former club

    FORMULA ONE driver Pierre Gasly has invested a small part of his multi-million fortune in French football club FC Versailles.The historic club once boasted names including Thierry Henry and Hatem Ben Arfa.Pierre Gasly has invested in French semi-professional club FC VersaillesCredit: ReutersLe FC Versailles est fier d’accueillir Pierre Gasly, pilote de Formule 1 français, comme troisième associé propriétaire. 🤝Lire le communiqué. 👇— FC Versailles 👑 (@FCVersaillesOff) March 18, 2024

    Gasly and girlfriend Kika Cerqueira Gomes attend PSG games when they canCredit: GettyGasly, 28, has purchased a stake in FC Versailles – a club in the Parisian suburbs who were recently promoted to the French third tier.The Alpine driver is a huge football fan and supports French giants Paris Saint-Germain, as he often flaunts the club jersey around the F1 paddock.The proud Frenchman will join the semi-professional club as a joint shareholder alongside President Alexandre Mulliez, and his partner Fabien Lazare.The Versailles-based outfit are best known for having Henry as part of their youth set up in the 1990s.READ MORE F1 NEWSHis official statement read: “I am delighted to get involved with FC Versailles.”I have always wanted to get involved in professional football.”With Alexandre and Fabien, we share values, ambition and a keen competitive spirit which will allow us to positively develop the club. “This is the start of a very beautiful story. Go Versailles!”Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe club currently occupies the 10th position in the French third division.Gasly reportedly connected with Mulliez through shared acquaintances.Ask Me Anything – BWT Alpine F1 Team Technical Director, Matt Harman sits down with Reddit, YouTube AlpineBut his disastrous start to the 2024 F1 season has somewhat clouded his new business venture.During opening weekend at the Bahrain GP he finished 18th, while the following week he was dead last in Saudi Arabia. As a result, he is rock bottom of the Drivers World Championship standings.In terms of investments, it’s been less than a year since Alpine garnered attention from notable figures across sport and entertainment.The consortium of investors is made up of Otro Capital, RedBird Partners and Maximum Efforts Investments.The latter is led by Hollywood actors and Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney.Anthony Joshua, golfer Rory McIlroy, and footballers Trent Alexander-Arnold and Juan Mata have also invested in the F1 team through Otro Capital. More

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    Geri Halliwell will not be at husband Christian Horner’s side at Australian Grand Prix amid sexting scandal

    SINGER Geri Halliwell will not be at scandal-hit husband Christian Horner’s side at this weekend’s F1 race.She has supported the Red Bull Racing boss, 50, at two grand prix amid a storm over sexts to a team aide.Geri Halliwell will not be at Christian Horner’s side at this weekend’s F1 raceCredit: GettyThe Spice Girl has supported the Red Bull Racing boss amid a sexting scandalCredit: SplashBut Geri, 51, will not be in Australia. A source said: “She never intended to fly to Melbourne and won’t be changing plans. “But she remains 100 per cent behind Christian.” The couple were seen walking hand-in-hand and exchanging awkward kisses at the Bahrain Grand Prix.READ MORE ON F1Spice Girl Geri appeared red-eyed and uncomfortable as she stood by her man hours after hundreds of embarrassing WhatsApp messages were leaked online. The mum of three seemed more composed at the Saudi Arabia race a week later.Horner’s accuser is appealing against an internal probe that cleared him.The couple were seen walking hand-in-hand in BahrainCredit: GettyGeri Halliwell appears WITHOUT Red Bull F1 boss husband Christian Horner at Commonwealth Day Service amid sexting storm More

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    Max Verstappen ‘close to Mercedes deal’ reveals F1 legend as he slams Red Bull for ‘stupid’ decision

    MAX VERSTAPPEN is closing in on a deal to join Mercedes, according to one former Formula One icon.Verstappen, 26, has been linked with an exit from Red Bull amid the controversy surrounding team principal Christian Horner.Johnny Herbert has revealed Max Verstappen is close to agreeing a deal with MercedesCredit: GettyVerstappen (left) has been linked with an exit from Red Bull following the sexting controversy surrounding Christian Horner (right)Credit: EPABritish racing legend Johnny Herbert, 59, has revealed he has heard that a deal for the three-time world champion to switch teams is “close”, but thinks Red Bull should do what they can to prevent it.Rumours around a potential exit for Verstappen come amid the storm engulfing Red Bull Racing in the wake of allegations of controlling behaviour made by a female staffer against Horner.And Herbert has made it clear he thinks the storm itself is bad for the sport of F1 while discussing Verstappen’s future.He told The Sun: “It’s not a good thing for F1 with the whole thing going on and the belated heat on it.”READ MORE IN F1The three-time Grand Prix winner who raced in F1 between 1989 and 2000, argued: “It doesn’t help the situation for Red Bull who have the best driver in the world at the present time.”And they’re very close to pushing [Max Verstappen] out of the team, I’ve heard they are getting quite close with the deal with Mercedes.” Herbert suggested that Red Bull would be “stupid” to let the best driver in F1 leave their team as a result of the fallout.He said: “It seems like a stupid thing to do, their biggest asset is not the Christian Horner show.”Most read in MotorsportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe added that it would be “crazy” for the F1 chief to stay due to his “arrogance”.The embattled Red Bull boss strongly denies all the allegations and was cleared of misconduct by an internal probe on February 28.Spice Girls ‘rallying behind’ Geri Halliwell, Mel B says amid sexting scandal plaguing F1 boss husband Christian HornerHowever, only 24 hours later a string of sexually suggestive texts between Horner and his female accuser were leaked – re-igniting the scandal.Should Verstappen leave for Mercedes he would likely be replacing Lewis Hamilton who announced he would be leaving the Silver Arrows to join Ferrari at the end of the season.SCANDAL… LAP BY LAP
    FEBRUARY 5: A Dutch newspaper reports a female Red Bull employee has made serious allegations of “inappropriate, controlling behaviour” about Horner to parent company Red Bull GmbH.
    FEB 9: Horner is quizzed for nine hours by the lawyer hired by Red Bull to investigate.
    FEB 15: He denies the allegations and says they are a distraction for the team.
    FEB 15: F1 says it hopes the matter will be clarified at the earliest opportunity after a fair and thorough process.
    FEB 26: Red Bull’s engine partner Ford says it is increasingly frustrated by the team’s handling of the complaint.
    FEB 28: Horner is cleared of all wrongdoing. The employee is said to have the right of appeal.
    FEB 29: Horner says he is pleased the investigation is over.
    FEB 29: WhatsApp texts and pictures claimed to be between Horner and the employee are sent to journalists and F1.
    MARCH 1: Horner refuses to comment on what he calls “anonymous speculation from unknown sources”.
    MAR 2: Horner and wife Geri are pictured hand-in-hand, as Red Bull’s Max Verstappen wins the Bahrain Grand Prix. Horner says before the race: “It’s been very testing for my family but we are very strong and our focus is on this race.”
    MAR 3: Verstappen’s dad Jos, claims Red Bull is in “danger of being torn apart” if Horner stays in the job. He denies being the source of the WhatsApp leak, saying: “It can’t go on the way it is. It will explode. He is playing the victim, when he is the one causing the problems.”
    MAR 6: Max Verstappen sides with his dad in the row.
    MAR 7: Horner says he wants to draw a line under the scandal and hails Geri’s support — as Red Bull suspends the employee.
    MAR 15: Horner’s accuser allegedly launches an appeal against the investigation that saw the Red Bull chief cleared.
    MAR 16: The female employee lodges a complaint against Horner with the FIA.
    MAR 17: Horner reportedly agrees to ‘public ceasefire’ with senior Red Bull Racing management to quell the drama More

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    Christian Horner should QUIT Red Bull after sexting scandal – this is the Max Verstappen show now, ex-F1 star says

    RED Bull chief Christian Horner should step down before the team is ripped apart by his sexting scandal, a former F1 star warned.British racing legend Johnny Herbert told The Sun that “the Horner show” must end so the team can cling onto their true star, Max Verstappen.Brit racing star Johnny Herbert said Christian Horner should step aside in the wake of the sexting stormCredit: APHorner and reigning world champion Max Verstappen are picture at the Saudi Grand Prix on March 9Credit: EPAHebert told The Sun that ‘it’s not about the Christian Horner show, it’s about the Max Verstappen show’Credit: GettyThe ex-Sky Sports pundit, 59, said the storm engulfing Red Bull Racing in the wake of allegations of controlling behaviour made by a female staffer against Horner, 50, is impacting all of F1.He said: “It’s not a good thing for F1 with the whole thing going on and the belated heat on it.”Herbert, a three-time Grand Prix winner who raced in F1 between 1989 and 2000, argued: “It doesn’t help the situation for Red Bull who have the best driver in the world at the present time.”And they’re very close to pushing [Max Verstappen] out off the team, I’ve heard they are getting quite close with the deal with Mercedes.read more on christian horner”It seems like a stupid thing to do, their biggest asset is not the Christian Horner show.”He added that it would be “crazy” for the F1 chief to stay due to his “arrogance”.The embattled Red Bull boss strongly denies all the allegations and was cleared of misconduct by an internal probe on February 28.However, only 24 hours later a string of sexually suggestive texts between Horner and his female accuser were leaked – re-igniting the scandal.Most read in MotorsportSpeaking to us via sports betting website Betideas.com, Herbert said: “It’s the impact, the possible destroying of the team and the success they have had.”It’s not about the Christian Horner show, it’s about the Max Verstappen show as he is the one winning all these races and championships for Red Bull.”The veteran driver – who is a long-term friend and former teammate of Michael Schumacher – believes it would be not be a wise move for Verstappen to abandon the Milton Keynes-based team.Spice Girls ‘rallying behind’ Geri Halliwell, Mel B says amid sexting scandal plaguing F1 boss husband Christian HornerHebert said: “It would be crazy for Max to leave because of the situation…Jos [Verstappen] has said it will be very destructive and rip it apart and I think it’s gone on for far too long.”In some respects, Christian should really think about it and step aside.”What started as Horner’s personal controversy has morphed into an power struggle within Red Bull in recent weeks.On Sunday, sources alleged that Horner has agreed to a “public ceasefire” with senior management after emergency crunch talks.But the internal battles at the sports top constructor are set to end after Horner, Jos Verstappen and Helmut Marko seemingly agreed to stop their disputes, The Mirror reported.Verstappen Sr, 52, had been publicly backing the suspended female employee and called for Horner to be axed, accusing him of ripping the team apart.When asked if it was time to “draw a line” under the situation, as Horner insisted people do, Jos said: “I think it’s a bit too late for that now.”If that’s what he wants, fine, but I don’t think it will be possible.”As Hebert alluded to, there are rumblings in the Vertsappen camp that the reigning world champ could quit Red Bull in the foreseeable future.Meanwhile, Helmut Marko, the team’s iconic senior adviser, has reportedly distanced himself from Horner since the allegations came to light.The 80-year-old was even placed under investigation by Red Bull over issues related to the leaking of WhatsApp messages from an anonymous email relating to the Horner investigation.But now the trio have now agreed to halt their squabbling for the benefit of the team as insiders feel the pre-season distractions are taking their toll.Verstappen has been vocal in his admiration for mentor Marko and is thought to be loyal to him and his former racing driver dad no matter what.It means that if Red Bull chooses to punish or abandon either man it could tear Red Bull apart by sparking Verstappen’s exit.Despite the six-week saga, Horner has been putting forward a consistent business-as-usual front in his £8million-a-year role.Herbert celebrates a podium finish with Michael Schumacher in 1995Credit: GettySCANDAL… LAP BY LAP

    FEBRUARY 5: A Dutch newspaper reports a female Red Bull employee has made serious allegations of “inappropriate, controlling behaviour” about Horner to parent company Red Bull GmbH.
    FEB 9: Horner is quizzed for nine hours by the lawyer hired by Red Bull to investigate.
    FEB 15: He denies the allegations and says they are a distraction for the team.
    FEB 15: F1 says it hopes the matter will be clarified at the earliest opportunity after a fair and thorough process.
    FEB 26: Red Bull’s engine partner Ford says it is increasingly frustrated by the team’s handling of the complaint.
    FEB 28: Horner is cleared of all wrongdoing. The employee is said to have the right of appeal.
    FEB 29: Horner says he is pleased the investigation is over.
    FEB 29: WhatsApp texts and pictures claimed to be between Horner and the employee are sent to journalists and F1.
    MARCH 1: Horner refuses to comment on what he calls “anonymous speculation from unknown sources”.
    MAR 2: Horner and wife Geri are pictured hand-in-hand, as Red Bull’s Max Verstappen wins the Bahrain Grand Prix. Horner says before the race: “It’s been very testing for my family but we are very strong and our focus is on this race.”
    MAR 3: Verstappen’s dad Jos, claims Red Bull is in “danger of being torn apart” if Horner stays in the job. He denies being the source of the WhatsApp leak, saying: “It can’t go on the way it is. It will explode. He is playing the victim, when he is the one causing the problems.”
    MAR 6: Max Verstappen sides with his dad in the row.
    MAR 7: Horner says he wants to draw a line under the scandal and hails Geri’s support — as Red Bull suspends the employee.
    MAR 15: Horner’s accuser allegedly launches an appeal against the investigation that saw the Red Bull chief cleared.
    MAR 16: The female employee lodges a complaint against Horner with the FIA.
    MAR 17: Horner reportedly agrees to ‘public ceasefire’ with senior Red Bull Racing management to quell the drama

    Verstappen and Marko are seen as close pals meaning if one of them leaves Red Bull they both could leaving the team in chaosJos Verstappen has been publicly calling for Horner to be axedThe latestIt comes as the woman who accused Horner of inappropriate behaviour has now lodged a complaint against him with the sport’s ruling body the FIA.The unnamed woman, who has been suspended from her job at the team’s base in Milton Keynes, has now made three complaints over Horner’s conduct since the start of February, it is claimed.On March 7, the woman was suspended on full pay from Red Bull HQ amid claims her “honesty was called into question.”The reasons allegedly given to her were that she appeared dishonest owing to inconsistencies in the evidence she had provided.At the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, the F1 chief and his Ginger Spice wife Geri, 51, put on a united – if awkward – display.Despite Geri’s very visual display of standing by her man, sources claim that the singer is “in turmoil”.READ MORE SUN STORIESSpeaking at the press conference, Horner said he was keen to “draw a line” under the scandal and that it was time to “focus on what is going on on track.”The F1 season returns this week in Melbourne for the Australian GP and the off-track drama has done little to slow down the dominating Verstappen, who has both past races easily.Marko, Verstappen and Horner celebrate their win in JeddahCredit: GettyGeri Halliwell is standing by her man and put on a united front in Saudi ArabiaCredit: AFPVerstappen is said to be considering moving to Mercedes due to the ongoing drama engulfing his teamCredit: AFP More

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    F1 Australian Grand Prix 2024: Start time, stream, TV, schedule as Max Verstappen looks to build on back-to-back wins

    IT’S time to go Down Under once again as the F1 racers travel to Melbourne for the Australian Grand Prix – and Max Verstappen is setting his sights on a third consecutive win.The Red Bull legend slugged it out with Charles Leclerc in a thrilling final few laps to win at the Saudi GP.Max Verstappen pipped Charles Leclerc to the finish line in SaudiCredit: RexAnd this comes exactly one week after Verstappen raced to victory during the F1 2024 opener in Bahrain.Elsewhere, Lewis Hamilton was left in the dust as the British mogul finished way down in 10th.But the seven-time world champion will be determined once again to end his miserable run of not winning a race since 2021. When is the F1 Australian Grand Prix 2024?
    The F1 Australian Grand Prix 2024 is scheduled to take place on Sunday, March 24.
    It is expected to get underway at 4am GMT
    Albert Park Circuit is the allocated track for this huge race and it can host a staggering 125,000 roaring fans.
    Max Verstappen won the chaotic 2023 edition which saw Fernando Alonso crash and George Russell’s car go up in flames.
    Read more on F1What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
    The F1 Australian Grand Prix will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports F1.
    Subscription members of Sky Sports can stream the entire action on the Sky Go app or Sky Sports website.
    The race will also be available to NOW TV users via all mobile devices and tablets.
    FULL race scheduleFriday, March 22
    Practice One – 1:30am
    Practice Two – 5am
    Saturday, March 23Most read in Motorsport
    Practice Three – 1:30am
    Qualifying – 6am
    Sunday, March 24
    Race – 4am
    All times are in the GMT🏁 Complete F1 2024 race calendar – details on every Grand Prix and start time this year 🏁  More

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    Christian Horner ‘agrees to a public ceasefire’ during emergency ‘crunch talks’ at Red Bull after sexting scandal

    CHRISTIAN Horner has agreed to a ‘public ceasefire’ within his troubled Red Bull Racing team after emergency crunch talks, reports suggest.Horner, 50, has faced constant grillings over the sexting scandal with even senior members of the Red Bull team reportedly calling for him to leave his role in wake of the bombshell leaks.Red Bull chief Christian Horner has agreed to a ‘public ceasefire’ with himself, Helmut Marko and Jos Verstappen, say reportsCredit: GettyMarko has reportedly distanced himself from Horner since the allegations came to lightCredit: GettyHorner and Jos Verstappen have been in a very public spat in recent weeks with Jos calling for him to be axed from his jobCredit: GettyThe trio have reportedly agreed to a ‘public ceasefire’ for the sake of the Red Bull teamCredit: GettyBut it is now believed that the internal battles at the sports top constructor is set to end after Horner, Jos Verstappen and Helmut Marko seemingly agreed to stop their disputes, The Mirror reports.Jos, the father of three time world champion Max Verstappen, has spoken publicly about his concerns over the shock claims.The 52-year-old has backed Horner’s accuser in front of the media and called for £8million-a-year Horner to be axed, accusing the boss of ripping the team apart.When asked if it was time to “draw a line” under the situation, as Horner insisted people do, Jos said: “I think it’s a bit too late for that now.read more in horner”If that’s what he wants, fine, but I don’t think it will be possible.”As Helmut Marko, Red Bull’s iconic senior advisor, has also reportedly distanced himself from Horner since the allegations came to light.The 80-year-old was even placed under investigation by Red Bull for issues related to the leaking of WhatsApp messages from an anonymous email relating to the Horner investigation.But now the trio have agreed to a “public ceasefire” say reports.Most read in MotorsportThe ceasefire is being done for the benefit as the team as many feel the pre-season distractions could soon take their toll.Despite the issues, Red Bull have taken two race wins and two second place finishes in the first pair of races this year – once again dominating F1.F1’s Christian Horner says ‘time to draw a line’ on claims of inappropriate behaviour Crunch talks took place within Red Bull, say sources, as they looked to reach a happy place within the team – void of public spats.Max Verstappen has been open of his admiration for Marko and is thought to be loyal to the advisor and his dad no matter what.Meaning if Red Bull punish or abandon either man it could lead to Verstappen’s exit – causing major issues at Red Bull. Horner was cleared of misconduct towards a female colleague – allegations he had always denied – by an internal probe on February 28.THE LATESTIt comes as the woman who accused Horner of inappropriate behaviour has now lodged a complaint against him with the sport’s ruling body the FIA.The unnamed woman, who has been suspended from her job at the team’s base in Milton Keynes, has now made three complaints over Horner’s conduct since the start of February, it is claimed.On March 7, the woman was suspended on full pay from Red Bull HQ amid claims her “honesty was called into question.”The reasons allegedly given to her were that she appeared dishonest owing to inconsistencies in the evidence she had provided.Ex-driver Horner has said he wants to move on from the scandal, with ex-Spice Girl wife Geri Halliwell. 51, standing by him.The F1 chief and Geri have always put on a united – if awkward – front at the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia Grand Prix in recent weeks.Speaking at the press conference, Horner said he was keen to “draw a line” under the scandal and that it was time to “focus on what is going on on track.”READ MORE SUN STORIESDespite Geri’s very visual display of standing by her man, sources claim that the singer is “in turmoil”.The F1 season returns next week in Melbourne for the Australian GP and the off-track drama has done little to slow down the dominating Verstappen, who has won both races with ease.SCANDAL… LAP BY LAP
    FEBRUARY 5: A Dutch newspaper reports a female Red Bull employee has made serious allegations of “inappropriate, controlling behaviour” about Horner to parent company Red Bull GmbH.
    FEB 9: Horner is quizzed for nine hours by the lawyer hired by Red Bull to investigate.
    FEB 15: He denies the allegations and says they are a distraction for the team.
    FEB 15: F1 says it hopes the matter will be clarified at the earliest opportunity after a fair and thorough process.
    FEB 26: Red Bull’s engine partner Ford says it is increasingly frustrated by the team’s handling of the complaint.
    FEB 28: Horner is cleared of all wrongdoing. The employee is said to have the right of appeal.
    FEB 29: Horner says he is pleased the investigation is over.
    FEB 29: WhatsApp texts and pictures claimed to be between Horner and the employee are sent to journalists and F1.
    MARCH 1: Horner refuses to comment on what he calls “anonymous speculation from unknown sources”.
    MAR 2: Horner and wife Geri are pictured hand-in-hand, as Red Bull’s Max Verstappen wins the Bahrain Grand Prix. Horner says before the race: “It’s been very testing for my family but we are very strong and our focus is on this race.”
    MAR 3: Verstappen’s dad Jos, claims Red Bull is in “danger of being torn apart” if Horner stays in the job.
    But he denies being the source of the WhatsApp leak, saying: “It can’t go on the way it is. It will explode. He is playing the victim, when he is the one causing the problems.”
    MAR 6: Max Verstappen sides with his dad in the row.
    MAR 7: Horner says he wants to draw a line under the scandal and hails Geri’s support — as Red Bull suspends the employee.
    MAR 15: Horner’s accuser allegedly launches an appeal against the investigation that saw the Red Bull chief cleared.
    MAR 17: Horner, Helmut Marko and Jos Verstappen agree to a ‘public ceasefire’.

    Verstappen and Marko are seen as close pals meaning if one of them leaves Red Bull they both could leaving the team in chaosCredit: GettyHorner’s wife Geri Halliwell has stood by her man throughout the bombshell claims and leaksCredit: PAThe crunch talks were around keeping Red Bull focused on the track so they can win the 2024/25 drivers championshipCredit: GettyHorner’s accuser has filed an official complaint with the FIA after she was suspended from Red BullCredit: EPA 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