F1 News From the Nerds - Liberty Media Vs F1, Hamilton Opens Up, Vegas + More

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January 26, 202330m 17s

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On this week's News from the Nerds, James M is joined by Sam and Abby as they cover the top news from this week:

Off-track tensions are brewing:

The FIA President, Mohammed Ben Sulayem, shared on social media his thoughts on the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund's bid into F1 and his comments have come with some controversy and disagreement with F1 and Liberty Media. The trio discuss the events involved, the comments made and what this internal battle could mean within the sport.

https://www.formulanerds.com/news/figures-at-liberty-media-are-reportedly-angered-by-mohammad-ben-sulayems-comments/

Hamilton's honesty about his childhood and BLM:

Lewis Hamilton was featured on a recent podcast where he shared some honest insight into his childhood as a black child in Stevenage. He also speaks about the Black Lives Matter movement and his fear of telling his team he would be taking the knee. The panel converse about Hamilton's comments, his work on racism and within Formula 1.

https://www.formulanerds.com/news/hamilton-did-not-warn-team-about-his-blm-protests/

Driver's Eye for all:

The helmet cam is making a full return for the 2023 season with the regulations mandating all 20 drivers on the grid have a helmet cam. The trio talk about the insight the helmet cam gives and whether its full return is a good thing.

Viva Las Vegas:

Formula 1 and those involved in the construction of the Las Vegas Grand Prix this November have provided updates on the timescale of completing all that needs to be done in time for the race. The panel discuss the race and how it's go big or go home in Vegas with such a short timescale.

https://www.formulanerds.com/news/domenicali-gives-intriguing-update-on-las-vegas-preparations/

A new Formula 2 team:

Carlin, one of the biggest names in motorsport, have merged with Rodin Cars to rebrand the team. The trio speak about this merger and the effect it could have on the team within its various championships.

https://www.formulanerds.com/news/carlin-rebrands-following-merger-with-rodin-cars/

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