With Ferrari closer than ever in Australia, it looks set to be an exciting weekend in Bahrain. Mercedes could be under a lot of pressure from Ferrari and Hamilton needs to fight back after losing out on victory to Rosberg in Melbourne.
Australian Grand Prix Preview
With just eight days of testing to prepare for this season, the teams and drivers will be facing a big challenge coming into this weekend – especially newcomers Haas and the 3 rookies. Mercedes are likely to stay on top but the fight from Ferrari is ever-increasing. And, with rain forecast for qualifying, things could get exciting!
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Preview
Although the top three in both championships have already been decided, Abu Dhabi is set to be an exciting race. Rosberg is coming here after winning the previous two races, so will be desperate to secure his third. Meanwhile, Hamilton will want to end the season with a win, preventing his teammate getting three in a row. However, we should expect Ferrari to be stronger here due to the warmer climate. So, despite the titles being settled, there is still a lot to play for in the final race of the season.
Brazilian Grand Prix Preview
Brazil will be hosting the penultimate race of the 2015 season. With Hamilton having already wrapped up the title, the battle is now for second – between Rosberg and Vettel. After a one-two in Mexico, Mercedes are the favourites to win this weekend. However, as always, Ferrari along with the other teams will be trying hard to beat the dominant silver arrows.
Mexican Grand Prix Preview
The last Mexican grand prix was held in 1992 – 23 years ago. Since then, many changes have been made to the track, with the Peraltada corner removed from the circuit for safety reasons. One feature which remains, however, is the 1.3km straight, which will certainly benefit Mercedes-powered cars.
US Grand Prix Preview
Austin in one of the highlights on the calendar for the teams; a great track, great fans and a great atmosphere. Round 16 of the championship and Mercedes have already claimed the championship. With Hamilton close to taking the drivers; championship these battles are almost over. However, Rosberg is still hopeful of wins and some good results in the final races of the season.
Russian Grand Prix Preview
Back to the place they won the title last year, Mercedes are hoping to repeat that this time. However, there are some fears of a repeat of Singapore, and Ferrari will be ready to take advantage of that if Mercedes do fall into trouble again. Although, this is unlikely and we should expect to see another strong performance from the championship leaders.
Japanese Grand Prix Preview
Going into the weekend, Mercedes are hoping that their performance deficit in Singapore was a one-off and not the other teams catching up. Neither driver is confident,however, as the team are still unable to work out what went wrong last weekend. Ferrari driver Vettel expects that Mercedes will be back to their winning performance in Japan, but we will only really find out on Friday…
Singapore Grand Prix Preview
With the European part of the season over, Formula One heads to Singapore to begin the final stretch of 2015. With just seven races to go Hamilton is looking strong, with a 53 point lead over teammate Rosberg. Mercedes, too, look set to take the constructors’ title – a long way ahead of their closest rival, Ferrari. Singapore should be strong for Red Bull, a place where a good power unit is not as essential as circuits such as Monza.
Italian Grand Prix Preview
This weekend, Formula One has come to Monza for the Italian grand prix. However, this could be the last grand prix in Monza as the organisers are currently struggling to pay Ecclestone the fees to hold the race. The circuit has held over 60 grand prix and is a high-speed circuit enjoyed by the drivers.