The F1 war that’s raging off the track

What sets Formula 1 apart from the rest is that it’s an incredibly complicated sport. The cars are automotive works of art, the top drivers are some of the highest-paid employees in all of sports, the rulebook is like an encyclopedia and, away from the action on the track, the politicking that goes on is staggering. It’s no simple bat-and-ball game. In this article for Prime subscribers, Adam Cooper delves into the battle that’s raging behind the scenes. How strange is it that Mercedes and Ferrari – bitter enemies on track – are close allies off it? Is that a good thing for the sport? How will they square up to ‘new’ owners Liberty? Is the breakaway threat real or a smokescreen with new rules on the table? There’s a lot on the line right now. And with people taking sides, it’s going to be fascinating to see who wins, who loses, and what’s left of the battlefield after the fighting ends… Charles Bradley, Global Editor in Chief [motorsport.com]( E D I T O R' S C H O I C E [Why Mercedes and Ferrari are allies in F1's new war]( With threats of a breakaway series, the early stages of a battle between F1 teams and Liberty Media are getting underway. But a once unlikely alliance has formed that could cause a major headache for those trying to map out F1's future. V A L E N T I N K H O R O U N Z H I Y [Alonso wants McLaren to "forget" midfield, target Red Bull]( Fernando Alonso believes McLaren can aim to "forget" about its midfield rivals and target Red Bull instead in the next few Formula 1 races. J A M E S R O B E R T S [Raikkonen answers your questions]( The Iceman speaks out - yes, really, he does - on his favourite drink, stupid questions, and what he actually remembers about winning the world title... A L E X K A L I N A U C K A S [FE promises "significant" difference in Gen2 power modes]( Formula E’s 2018/19 car will use 200kW as its primary race power mode with a second mandatory-use setting at a "significantly" higher level, according to series boss Alejandro Agag. G A R Y W A T K I N S [Kubica rules himself out of Manor WEC drive]( Williams Formula 1 reserve driver Robert Kubica has ruled himself out of a seat with the Manor LMP1 team in the FIA World Endurance Championship. A U T O C L A S S I C S . C O M [Historic Motorsport Round-up: Rally 2WD hits flying start]( Rally 2WD recieved an overwhelmingly positive response following its North Wales season-opener last weekend M O T O R S P O R T J O B S . C O M [Red Bull Racing is recruiting an Electronics Manufacturing Group Leader]( You will be responsible for their team of Electrical Technicians, ensuring they produce high quality Electrical and Electronic Components. Copyright © 2018 Motorsport.com, Inc., All rights reserved. Top news of the week Our mailing address is: Motorsport.com, Inc. 5972 NE 4th AvenueMiami, FL 33137 [Add us to your address book](//motorsport.us2.list-manage.com/vcard?u=e53ee4a8e73f0869b49460dd8&id=fcd20ca7e3) Want to change how you receive these emails? You can [update your preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](. Copyright © MOTORSPORT NETWORK. All rights reserved.