Author Profile: Charlie Bennett

Charlie Bennett

Charlie Bennett

F1 Journalist

792 published articles
30 Sep 2016 latest publication

Latest story: Ricciardo: Max has made me better

Half-Time Report: Marussia, Sauber and Caterham

As Formula One takes its annual summer break, it’s time to assess the season so far. 2014 is shaping up to be a year...

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4 Aug 2014

Lauda- Vettel will NOT replace Hamilton

Mercedes non-executive chairman Niki Lauda has moved to deny claims that Mercedes are lining up a move for Sebastian Vettel to replace Lewis Hamilton...

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31 Jul 2014

Opinion- Ricciardo shows he can be a future champion

Breaths of air don’t get much fresher than Daniel Ricciardo. His victory at Sunday’s Hungarian Grand Prix was further evidence of his undoubted ability...

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29 Jul 2014

Genius Ricciardo claims Hungary classic

Daniel Ricciardo won his second race of the season, after a flawless drive in the wet Hungarian Grand Prix. On fresher tyres he surged...

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27 Jul 2014

Rosberg grabs pole as Hamilton's car catches fire

Nico Rosberg will start on pole position for tomorrow's Hungarian Grand Prix. The German battled through a wet Q3 to beat Sebastian Vettel. Lewis...

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26 Jul 2014

Hungarian GP Preview- Hat-trick chasing Hamilton at his favourite race

Hamilton feels right at home Lewis Hamilton is seeking to win his 5th Hungarian Grand Prix this weekend as he, once again, looks to...

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24 Jul 2014

Kimi has something to prove- He has to race next year

Kimi Raikkonen is in the midst of his worst ever season in Formula One. At the age of 34 it would be easy for...

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22 Jul 2014

Massa blames Magnussen for first corner crash

Williams driver Felipe Massa has blamed McLaren’s Kevin Magnussen over their first lap incident during the German Grand Prix. Magnussen tagged Massa at the...

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21 Jul 2014

Rosberg breezes to home win

Nico Rosberg strolled to victory at the German Grand Prix as he won by a clear margin at his home race. The championship leader...

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20 Jul 2014

German Preview- Hamilton hopes to ruin Rosberg’s home race

Hockenheim this time Many decisions that have been made by the FIA and Bernie Ecclestone in recent years have proven to be unpopular: The...

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17 Jul 2014

Hockenheim: A great that lost its spark

Hockenheim is a prime example of how Formula One has changed.  The legendary German circuit is a shadow of its former self after its...

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16 Jul 2014

Mercedes to be hit hardest by FRIC ban

Championship leaders Mercedes are expected to be hit the hardest after the FIA controversially passed a rule that will ban the FRIC system. The Front...

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11 Jul 2014

Lewis needs to box clever in 2014 title fight

After looking at how Nico Rosberg has gained the upper-hand over Lewis Hamilton after the Austrian Grand Prix. Here we look at how Hamilton...

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10 Jul 2014

Button shows McLaren would be mad to release him

Age is only a number. Cameroon footballer Roger Milla scored a World Cup goal, aged 41. Tennis great Martina Navratilova was still playing competitively...

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8 Jul 2014

Hamilton wins as Rosberg breaks down

The pendulum has been swinging all season and yesterday it swung firmly back in the direction of Lewis Hamilton. The Brit eased to victory...

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7 Jul 2014

British Preview- Happy Anniversary Silverstone

A true classic The middle part of the Formula One season is often the most popular with many drivers, teams and fans. That is...

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3 Jul 2014

Silverstone- The home of F1

As Bernie Ecclestone threatens to say goodbye to one legendary track, it is time for another to remind him that there is more to...

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2 Jul 2014

Mansell and Fittipaldi join legends parade

Ex-champions Nigel Mansell and Emerson Fittipaldi have announced that they will join the legends parade at the British grand prix this weekend. Silverstone is...

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1 Jul 2014

F1 is in danger of becoming too artificial- And alienating the real fans

In this latest attempt by the bosses of Formula One to try and ‘jazz things up’, surely they have gone too far? The FIA...

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27 Jun 2014

Hamilton or Alonso: Who should McLaren sign?

As the F1 rumour mill cranks into gear it has already thrown up one of the juiciest stories in recent years. The news that...

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26 Jun 2014

McLaren make Hamilton approach

McLaren have reportedly made a tentative approach to re-sign Lewis Hamilton for next season. The British team are understood to want to sign a...

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25 Jun 2014

Hamilton’s Mind will Decide this Championship

Formula One has a new favourite for the world championship. As Nico Rosberg swept over the line to win his third race of the...

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24 Jun 2014

Nico passes father Keke with 6th win

Nico Rosberg has passed a personal milestone after winning his 6th Formula One race in Austria yesterday. He now has one more career win...

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23 Jun 2014

Alonso desperate for more trophies

Fernando Alonso has said that he would rather have “no respect and to win more trophies” rather than be admired for his superb record...

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23 Jun 2014

Rosberg wins again in Austria thriller

  Nico Rosberg has become the favourite to win the world championship after winning the Austrian Grands Prix. Despite a fantastic effort from Lewis...

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22 Jun 2014

Hamilton and Mercedes in ominous form

Lewis Hamilton topped the time sheets in Free Practice Two as Mercedes again underlined their superiority in Austria. Hamilton led his team-mate, Nico Rosberg,...

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20 Jun 2014

Perez set for New FIA Hearing

Sergio Pérez and Felipe Massa will meet the Stewards this afternoon as they review the penalty given to the Mexican for his role in...

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20 Jun 2014

Austria Preview- A Welcome Return for a Forgotten Gem

Welcome Back One of the highlights of the 2014 season is upon us as Austria makes its surprise return to F1 following an 11...

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19 Jun 2014

Prost confirmed for Silverstone celebrations

Formula One hero Alain Prost has joined the long list of legends who will line up at Silverstone to commemorate the circuit’s 50th British...

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18 Jun 2014

The Hills are Alive with the Sound of F1

In modern times Formula One continues to spread its brand around the world. With each season, new races emerge in different sectors of Asia...

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18 Jun 2014