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Toto Wolff and Christian Horner's explosive row: 'Should keep his mouth shut'

The fallout following last season's Abu Dhabi Grand Prix continues to dominate the headlines in Formula 1 as new audio from the race sparks fresh controversy. Race director in the season finale in December, Michael Masi, can be heard reacting to Red Bull's suggestions as to how to end a safety-car period. Red Bull sporting director Jonathan Wheatley urges Masi to get the lapped cars out of the way so that "we've got a motor race on our hands." Masi replies: "Understood"

Martin Brundle reacts as 'uncomfortable' Abu Dhabi footage resurfaces

The 2022 Formula 1 season is drawing closer and many are excited to get going once again but the spectre of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix at the end of 2021 appears to be showing no sign of moving on just yet.

Red Bull-Masi radio comms during Abu Dhabi final 'really uncomfortable' - Brundle

Sky F1's Martin Brundle says the audio recording of the conversation between FIA race director Michael Masi and Red Bull at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is "really uncomfortable".

FIA 'aware' of leaked Michael Masi radio conversation as F1 investigation rolls on

A conversation between Michael Masi and Jonathan Wheatley at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix went viral on Wednesday and the FIA have now responded to the clip. Masi has faced heavy scrutiny since the controversial events at the Yas Marina Circuit in last year's season finale.

New 'unearthed footage' shows Michael Masi delivering exactly what Red Bull asked for

F1 fans have taken to social media to share 'new footage' of Michael Masi's radio interaction with Red Bull sporting director Jonathan Wheatley in the final few laps of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The new F1 season is nearly underway with Red Bull unveiling their RB18 later today.

No added pressure - F1 champion Verstappen

Max Verstappen insists he feels no added pressure as he prepares to start a Formula One season as defending champion for the first time.

Verstappen won’t change under spotlight as defending champion

LONDON: Max Verstappen said he is not feeling any extra pressure as defending Formula One champion as Red Bull launched their car for the 2022 season on Wednesday. The Dutchman clinched his first world title in dramatic and controversial circumstances after he passed Lewis Hamilton in a one-lap shootout at the final Grand Prix of the year in Abu Dhabi. The fallout from the December 12 race continues with FIA race director Michael Masi’s position under intense scrutiny amid an ongoing FIA inquiry into a result Hamilton claimed was “manipulated.” There were even fears Hamilton could quit the sport, but the seven-time world champion was back at Mercedes’ factory this week ahead of the new season.

Max Verstappen not feeling the pressure as he prepares to defend F1 world title

Max Verstappen insists the pressure is off as he prepares to open his Formula One championship defence.

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Toto Wolff and Christian Horner's explosive row: 'Should keep his mouth shut'

Martin Brundle reacts as 'uncomfortable' Abu Dhabi footage resurfaces

Red Bull-Masi radio comms during Abu Dhabi final 'really uncomfortable' - Brundle

FIA 'aware' of leaked Michael Masi radio conversation as F1 investigation rolls on

New 'unearthed footage' shows Michael Masi delivering exactly what Red Bull asked for

No added pressure - F1 champion Verstappen

Verstappen won’t change under spotlight as defending champion

Max Verstappen not feeling the pressure as he prepares to defend F1 world title