6th of November - Daily News Summary: George’s penalty, Permane’s deal, Lewis’s 400

1. George takes the penalty where he hopes he can fight back

George is set to lose five grid places in Brazil for an engine change, and Mercedes has picked Interlagos as the place to absorb it. He’s pointing to Lewis’s recovery here in 2021 as encouragement. The penalty was coming; the task now is limiting its cost. Read the original report.

2. Racing Bulls settles the boss’s seat through 2031

Alan Permane has a new Racing Bulls deal through 2031, giving the team continuity while it fights for fifth in the constructors’ standings. Red Bull praised his clarity and experience; Permane credited the wider operation. The leadership question is settled, even as the driver decisions remain open. Read the original report.

3. Fernando finally gets company in the 400 club

Lewis is preparing for his 400th Grand Prix start in Brazil, with Fernando ready to welcome him into a club that’s been rather exclusive. Lewis finds the number extraordinary but points to his Mexico pole as evidence that the speed, dedication and focus are still there. Read the original report.

4. Lewis isn’t putting Mexico’s argument away yet

Ferrari’s Mexico fallout hasn’t disappeared on the flight to Brazil. Lewis says the detailed conversations still need to happen, with Fred back in Europe and Charles with his family. He remains frustrated and wants changes, while insisting his criticism comes from wanting the team to win. Read the original report.

5. The finale plans stay put, with a qualification

Qatar and Abu Dhabi remain F1’s planned final stops, but Stefano Domenicali’s wording leaves room for events to change. On Liberty’s earnings call, he said those plans still stood “at this stage”. That’s the current position, rather than an unconditional guarantee about the season’s finish. Read the original report.