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Driver
George Russell
George Russell is a British racing driver who began karting at a very young age. Russell won the 2017 GP3 series championship with ART Grand Prix, and the 2018 FIA Formula 2 championship, again with ART Grand Prix, demonstrating his potential as a future F! driver.
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Russell made his Formula One debut with Williams Racing in 2019. Despite the team's struggles, Russell impressed with his consistency and driving performance.
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In 2022, Russell joined Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, partnering with seven time world champion Lewis Hamilton. There, he would go to score his first ever Grand Prix in Brazil.
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Russell would go to win yet another Grand prix in 2024 at the Austrian Grand prix.
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Russell is considered a rising star in Formula One, and is expected to have a bright future in this sport.
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Car
Ferrari F2004
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The Ferrari F 2004 is one of the most successful and iconic cars in Formula One history, produced by Scuderia Ferrari. This car was driven by Michael Schumacher and Rubens Barrichello for Ferrari.
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The car was designed by Rory Byrne, Ross Brawn and their team. It featured advanced aerodynamics, a powerful engine, and innovative technology. It was powered by a 3.0-liter v10 engine, known as the 053 which produced around 900 horsepower. The average sedan has about 200 hp. Like most F1 cars, the F2004 had a carbon fiber and honeycomb composite monocoque chassis which provided strength and lightness.
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Wins: 15/18 races in the 2004 season
Podiums: 30 podium finishes
Championships: Michael Schumacher win the Driver's Championship in his seventh and final title. Ferrari also secured the Constructor's Championship.
Pole Positions: 12 pole positions during the season
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The F2004 is widely regarded as one of the greatest Formula One cars in history. This car remains a symbol of Ferrari's engineering prowess and competitive spirit in Formula One.
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Track
Jeddah Street Circuit
Saudi Arabia
Jeddah Corniche Circuit
This circuit spans along the coast of the Red Sea, offering stunning view of the waterfront and city.
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The first Grand Prix to be held here was on December 5, 2021. The circuit was designed by architect Hermann Tilke, in collaboration with Formula One Group of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation.
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# of Laps: 50
Circuit Length: 6.174 km
Total Distance: 308.45 km
Fastest Lap: Lewis Hamilton @ 1:30.734 in 2021
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The Jeddah Street Circuit is known for high speed sections, with average speeds comparable to traditional racing circuits rather than a typical street circuit. It however, poses many challenges for drivers: tight corners, narrow sections, and limited run-off areas.
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The race is held at night as the temperatures are too extreme during the day. The illuminated track also adds to the visually striking atmosphere.
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The Jeddah Street Circuit continues to be a highlight of the Formula One season, known for its speed, technical challenges, and the vibrant atmosphere of a night race by the sea
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Team
Mercedes - AMG Petronas Formula One Team
Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team, often referred to simply as Mercedes, is one of the most successful and prominent teams in Formula One history.
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The team participated in the inaugural F1 season in 1954 and won the championship with Juan Manuel Fangio. Mercedes returned to Formula One as a constructor in 2010 after purchasing the Brawn GP team, which had won the 2009 Constructors' and Drivers' Championships.
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Key Personnel:
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Toto Wolff: Team Principal and CEO. He has been instrumental in the team's modern success.
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James Allison: Chief Technical Officer, responsible for overseeing the technical development of the cars.
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Lewis Hamilton: Joined the team in 2013 and has won multiple championships with Mercedes.
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George Russell: Joined the team in 2022, showcasing strong performances and contributing to the team's success
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Partnerships:
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Petronas: The Malaysian oil and gas company is the title sponsor, providing technical and financial support.
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AMG: Mercedes-AMG, the performance division of Mercedes-Benz, is closely involved in the team's operations, contributing to the development of high-performance technologies.
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