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18 March 2025

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#F1 - Claire Williams Speaks Out on Losing Williams F1: ‘I Have No Memory of That Meeting': High Performance Podcast

17 March 2925

Claire Williams is a name that carries weight in the world of Formula One. As the daughter of legendary team founder Sir Frank Williams, she stepped into the high-pressure role of running the Williams F1 team, leading them through some of their most competitive years in recent history. In this episode, Claire reflects on the highs and lows of her time at Williams, from securing multiple podium finishes to the crushing disappointment of missing pre-season testing. She opens up about the immense pressure of leading an independent F1 team and the lessons she learned from her father about resilience and problem-solving. Beyond the race results, Claire shares the personal side of her journey, managing the team while caring for her father, leaning on key support systems, and eventually stepping away to embrace a new chapter in life. This episode offers an inside look at what it takes to lead in one of the toughest sports in the world, the sacrifices involved, and the personal growth that comes from facing challenges head-on.

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#investment #finance - Stocks Hover Ahead of Trump-Putin Talks | Bloomberg Brief (03/18/2025)

18 March 2025

US equity futures fall after two days of gains amid growth concerns. President Trump and President Putin are set to discuss a peace deal in Ukraine, with Trump saying that Ukrainian land and assets may comprise part of the terms.

Germany begins debating a landmark spending package for defense and infrastructure. Alphabet is said to be in talks again to buy cloud-security firm Wiz. Isabelle Mateos Y Lago of BNP Paribas says her team will revise down their forecast for US growth this year.

Raj Agrawal of KKR says the optimism in the air in Germany is palpable.“Bloomberg Brief” delivers the market news, data and analysis you need to set your agenda.

#Europe - Albanian foreign minister ties EU hopes of Albania and Ukraine to Balkan security • FRANCE 24

18 March 2025

Albania’s foreign minister, Igli Hasani, was FRANCE 24's Genie Godula guest on Tuesday. He addressed concerns about Balkan countries potentially facing Russian aggression similar to Ukraine.

Speaking ahead of Albania hosting the European Political Community meeting in May, he framed the country’s EU membership aspirations as essential for strengthening security and fostering regional stability. He also discussed the Albania-Italy asylum agreement.

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#F1 - NORRIS' MASTERCLASS: 2025 #AusGP Wrap: The Inside Line

18 March 2025

Our F1 2025 analysis of the Australian Grand Prix.

Melbourne, Australia has long been a “great place for the race,” with the cosmopolitan city welcoming fans in hospitable - and traditional - fashion. There, McLaren’s Lando Norris proved he’s ready to be a title contender, with the Brit calm through the chaos, including a final stint fight with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen to the flag. Watch the video, and tell us what you think in the comments…