Seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton expressed his enthusiasm on social media after his first visit to Ferrari's headquarters in Maranello. The British driver shared a photo on Instagram of himself standing outside the factory in a sharp all-black suit, fulfilling his dream of racing for Ferrari. Hamilton will be completing various pre-season tasks at Maranello this week, following his switch from Mercedes to Ferrari for the 2022 Formula 1 season.
With Australia leading the test series 2-1 against India, the Sydney Cricket Ground is getting ready to host the fifth and final Test. The SCG curator Adam Lewis shared a video on social media, giving a sneak peek into the pitch preparation process. Meanwhile, Australia wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey expressed his joy and pride over the team's victory in the previous Test, while also acknowledging the tough task ahead to clinch the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Despite struggling with fitness, Starc's determination and full pace bowling on Day 5 helped Australia defend the target of 330 runs in the Boxing Day Test.
Liverpool secured a comfortable 3-0 victory over West Ham in their latest Premier League clash, but it was not all good news for the Reds. Star defender Joe Gomez was forced off the field with a hamstring injury, leaving the team with a potential defensive crisis. Despite the setback, Liverpool dominated the first half, with Mohamed Salah scoring just before halftime to solidify their lead. Journalist Lewis Steele provided updates on Gomez's injury, describing it as a possible hamstring issue.
West Indies dominated Bangladesh in the second ODI, winning by 7 wickets and taking a 2-0 lead in the 3-match series. Bangladesh struggled to score, with Mahmudullah's 62 being the only notable performance. Jayden Seales' impressive bowling earned him the Player of the Match title and helped the hosts restrict Bangladesh to 227 runs. In response, West Indies quickly reached the target with openers Brandon King and Evin Lewis leading the charge. This victory marked West Indies' first ODI series win over Bangladesh in 10 years.
In a thrilling finale to his time with Mercedes, Lewis Hamilton delivered an impressive performance in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, finishing fourth after starting from P16. Despite struggling with traffic and handling issues, the seven-time World Champion pushed through and executed a superb final stint to secure P4. In his post-race interview, Hamilton reflects on the difficulties he faced during the race and his moments of nostalgia walking through the paddock. It was one final call for 'Hammer time' for the British driver before bidding farewell to Mercedes.
Hollywood actor Brad Pitt is making headlines in the motorsport world as he prepares for his role as a comeback driver in the upcoming film 'F1'. Pitt's dedication to authenticity has earned him praise from Formula 1 superstar Lewis Hamilton, who is also a co-producer for the movie. While filming a crash scene at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Pitt was caught on camera collapsing but it was all part of the movie. He has also been seen driving a modified F2 car for the film, with Hamilton complimenting his skills on the track. Pitt was recently spotted at Hamilton's last race with Mercedes, where Hamilton started from 16th place after a mistake in qualifying.
As Lewis Hamilton gears up for his final race with Mercedes at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, he expresses his mixed emotions about leaving the team after 12 successful years. With his eyes on a new journey with Ferrari, Hamilton is determined to end his time with the Silver Arrows on a high note. Despite stiff competition from McLaren and Ferrari, Hamilton is confident in his team's ability and is ready to give his all in what is sure to be an emotional weekend. Stay tuned for live updates on this highly-anticipated event.
In the penultimate round of the F1 2024 season, Max Verstappen not only clinched the drivers' title but also led Red Bull to win the constructors' title. McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull all fought for the top spot in the constructors' standings, resulting in an intense race full of surprises. George Russell claims pole position due to a grid penalty for Verstappen, while Sergio Perez and Lewis Hamilton struggle to make a comeback. Ultimately, Verstappen finishes first ahead of Leclerc, Piastri, Russell, Gasly, Sainz, Alonso, Zhou, Magnussen and Norris, solidifying his dominance in the championship.
Personal finance expert Martin Lewis has raised concerns over the severe repercussions of missing a single Council Tax payment. In a recent TV segment, Lewis criticized the policy of making individuals pay for an entire year's worth of taxes within three weeks of missing a monthly payment. He also highlighted the impact of this burden on people's financial well-being, the economy, and the healthcare system. While the Local Government Association acknowledged the need for fair collection policies, they also agreed with Lewis that the use of bailiffs should be a last resort.
On a dominant performance by Mercedes at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, George Russell claimed his second win of the year and led a one-two finish for the team. Despite Lewis Hamilton's charge from 10th place, Russell held on to take the checkered flag and help Mercedes sweep the entire race weekend. In a historic moment, Max Verstappen became a four-time world champion by securing a fifth-place finish, one place ahead of Lando Norris. Verstappen's Red Bull was no match for the dominant Mercedes cars, though he put up a tough fight for a podium finish.