Sunday, October 26, 2025

2025 Mexican Grand Prix race result and championship points | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Lando Norris won the Mexican Grand Prix for McLaren and took the championship lead from Oscar Piastri by one point.

Read more: 2025 Mexican Grand Prix race result and championship points | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

NASCAR, F1 head-to-head TV ratings are in - Motorsport.com - NASCAR Cup - Stories

For the third time this year, NASCAR and Formula 1 were more or less competing for the same eyeballs on Sunday and the television ratings for both arrived on Wednesday afternoon.
The Cup Series, after a stretch of poor viewership numbers on USA Network, returned to over-the-air NBC on Sunday and the Yellow Wood 500 drew 2.556 million viewers for a race that began at 2 p.m. ET.
The Formula 1 ...Keep reading

Read more: NASCAR, F1 head-to-head TV ratings are in - Motorsport.com - NASCAR Cup - Stories

Round-up: Mercedes reveal concerns over Antonelli’s rear wing in US GP, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Mercedes reveal concerns over Antonelli’s rear wing in US GP, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Laurent Mekies’ hard truth on learning at the limit: “It’s going to hurt at some stage” - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

“If you want to be competitive, you need to be on the edge. If you are on the edge, it is going to hurt at some stage. It’s meant to happen.” That’s how Oracle Red Bull Racing’s CEO and team principal Laurent Mekies described the discipline of learning through difficult moments during episode one of the Securing the Win podcast. 
The Milton Keynes outfit knows this well after 20 ...Keep reading

Read more: Laurent Mekies’ hard truth on learning at the limit: “It’s going to hurt at some stage” - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Monday, October 20, 2025

Jenson Button warns "confidence is with Lando Norris, negativity is more with Oscar Piastri' - Motorsport.com

Jenson Button believes that Lando Norris has shown more confidence over recent races as he closes the gap to his McLaren team-mate and current championship leader Oscar Piastri.
Speaking ahead of the United States Grand Prix, the 2009 Formula 1 champion explained that if Norris could “come out on top” at the Circuit of The Americas then he would go into the remaining five race weekends of ...Keep reading

Read more: Jenson Button warns "confidence is with Lando Norris, negativity is more with Oscar Piastri' - Motorsport.com

Stella: Piastri, Norris could have done better job but title still in McLaren's hands - SkySports F1

McLaren boss Andrea Stella has admitted Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris "could have done a better job" at recent races but insists the drivers' title remains "in our hands" amid Max Verstappen's surge into contention.

Read more: Stella: Piastri, Norris could have done better job but title still in McLaren's hands - SkySports F1

Sunday, October 19, 2025

F1 US GP: Verstappen dominates from pole ahead of Norris; Piastri fifth - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Max Verstappen has cruised to his fifth victory of the 2025 Formula 1 season by winning the United States Grand Prix ahead of Lando Norris with championship leader Oscar Piastri only fifth.
The reigning four-time world champion never lost position from pole, while Norris pipped Charles Leclerc to the runner-up spot after a race-long battle between the pair. 
At Circuit of the Americas ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 US GP: Verstappen dominates from pole ahead of Norris; Piastri fifth - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Saturday, October 18, 2025

'Bad judgement call' - How will McLaren handle latest Norris-Piastri collision? - SkySports F1

With McLaren's handling of the Drivers' Championship battle between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris already in the spotlight, disaster struck as the pair both retired from Saturday's United States Grand Prix Sprint after another first-lap collision.

Read more: 'Bad judgement call' - How will McLaren handle latest Norris-Piastri collision? - SkySports F1

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

McLaren, Aston Martin and Racing Bulls reveal special US GP liveries | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Four Formula 1 teams will run special liveries at this weekend's United States Grand Prix. McLaren, Aston Martin and Racing Bulls will join Haas.

Read more: McLaren, Aston Martin and Racing Bulls reveal special US GP liveries | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Apple vice president responds to F1 broadcasting rights rumours: "We do love F1" - Motorsport.com - Culture - Stories

Apple senior vice president of services Eddy Cue has responded to the rumours about Apple acquiring the Formula 1 broadcasting rights in the United States during the Autosport Business Exchange: Rise of Racing in America event in New York.
With the current deal with ESPN coming to a close at the end of 2025, the doors opened for other broadcasters to enter a bid as the Disney-owned broadcaster ...Keep reading

Read more: Apple vice president responds to F1 broadcasting rights rumours: "We do love F1" - Motorsport.com - Culture - Stories

Apple's Eddy Cue: Once unknown Toto Wolff now treated like a 'movie star' in NYC - Motorsport.com - Culture - Stories

Eddy Cue, the the Vice President of Services for Apple, was speaking at the Autosport Business Exchange (ABX) in New York City on Wednesday, focusing the growing interest in Formula 1 stateside as the event celebrates the rise of racing in America.
"The athletes, they're incredible athletes," remarked Cue. "What they can do, very few other athletes can do ... you have those incredible brands ...Keep reading

Read more: Apple's Eddy Cue: Once unknown Toto Wolff now treated like a 'movie star' in NYC - Motorsport.com - Culture - Stories

Aston Martin denies Alonso F1 retirement talks for 2027 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Aston Martin team principal Andy Cowell says he’s heard nothing from Fernando Alonso regarding a potential plan to retire from Formula 1 at the end of the 2026 season.
Alonso is a two-time F1 world champion and the most experienced F1 driver in history with 419 grand prix starts, but has been on a 218-round winless streak.
The 44-year-old has been thinking about his future and, against all ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston Martin denies Alonso F1 retirement talks for 2027 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

'We are passengers to the car' - How difficult will Ferrari's end to 2025 prove? - SkySports F1

"At the moment it just feels like we are passengers to the car."

Read more: 'We are passengers to the car' - How difficult will Ferrari's end to 2025 prove? - SkySports F1

Monday, October 13, 2025

Zak Brown plays down dynasty talk as McLaren targets week-to-week execution - Motorsport.com

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown says the team will keep its focus on the next race as talk of building on the team's dynasty have once again rekindled after its 10th constructors' championship ahead of the 2026 regulation change. 
The American discussed the success of the team under Andrea Stella, adding that his ambitions are simple: the next race is always the most important. 
“Do we want ...Keep reading

Read more: Zak Brown plays down dynasty talk as McLaren targets week-to-week execution - Motorsport.com

Zak Brown: Max Verstappen still a major threat as papaya rules still in play - Motorsport.com

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has confirmed that the team is not going to change its strategy in the drivers' championship after securing the constructors' title. 
After third and fourth-place finishes at the Singapore Grand Prix, the Woking outfit took the victory in the constructors' championship with six race weekends remaining in the season. This led some to question whether McLaren would ...Keep reading

Read more: Zak Brown: Max Verstappen still a major threat as papaya rules still in play - Motorsport.com

IndyCar ‘closest to what I can still race’ says Schumacher after test debut | IndyCar - RaceFans

Mick Schumacher tested an IndyCar for the first time on Monday and said the series could be the next-best thing for him if he remains unable to find a seat in Formula 1.

Read more: IndyCar ‘closest to what I can still race’ says Schumacher after test debut | IndyCar - RaceFans

Has Russell become F1's next best driver after Verstappen? - SkySports F1

"I feel ready to fight for a championship."

Read more: Has Russell become F1's next best driver after Verstappen? - SkySports F1

Sunday, October 12, 2025

Antonelli reveals "he got a little kick in the butt, but it was what I needed" - F1technical.net

Mercedes rookie driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli revealed that he "got a little kick in the butt" after his disappointing weekend at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza, but he admitted that "it was what I needed."

Read more: Antonelli reveals "he got a little kick in the butt, but it was what I needed" - F1technical.net

Round-up: Audi targets fighting for titles ‘by end of decade’ – Wheatley | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Audi targets fighting for titles ‘by end of decade’ – Wheatley | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Is Verstappen right that Red Bull had this potential in its F1 car all along? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Now that Red Bull has passed the high-downforce test in the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix, it’s clear that its progress over recent weeks hasn’t been limited to just one type of circuit.
Of course, the Circuit of the Americas up next will pose a completely different challenge with its many medium-speed corners – the very type of corners that team boss Laurent Mekies pointed out to at ...Keep reading

Read more: Is Verstappen right that Red Bull had this potential in its F1 car all along? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Poll: Do you agree with Vowles’ call for more two-day grand prix weekends? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

James Vowles would like to see more two-day grand prix weekends in Formula 1. Do you agree with him? Have your say in this week's poll.

Read more: Poll: Do you agree with Vowles’ call for more two-day grand prix weekends? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Saturday, October 11, 2025

Round-up: Ocon reveals he ‘collapsed in shower’ after Miami 2022 shunt, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Ocon reveals he ‘collapsed in shower’ after Miami 2022 shunt, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

The surprising gesture from Fernando Alonso that almost got his McLaren colleagues fired - Motorsport.com

Fernando Alonso's former race engineer Mark Slade has discussed in an interview the moment the Spaniard gave his McLaren colleagues thousands of euros after a successful race at the Nürburgring in 2007 - something the team shut down almost immediately. 
Speaking in an interview, as quoted by Marca, Slade detailed the moments that led to the two-time champion giving out envelopes of cash as a ...Keep reading

Read more: The surprising gesture from Fernando Alonso that almost got his McLaren colleagues fired - Motorsport.com

Friday, October 10, 2025

Round-up: Palou alledges McLaren IndyCar offer was “based on lies” about F1 opportunity | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Palou alledges McLaren IndyCar offer was “based on lies” about F1 opportunity | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Announcement of Apple’s US F1 rights confirmation tipped for United States GP - Motorsport.com

According to a report from Puck, Apple is expected to confirm its United States Formula 1 media rights agreement at the United States Grand Prix in the Circuit of The Americas later this month. The package is reportedly worth around $140million per year, substantially more than what incumbent broadcaster ESPN is currently paying. 
According to the industry outlet, there is still friction ...Keep reading

Read more: Announcement of Apple’s US F1 rights confirmation tipped for United States GP - Motorsport.com

Aston Martin's Lance Stroll confronts online hate: "Just noise" - Motorsport.com

Aston Martin's Lance Stroll has detailed how he tunes out online criticism and backlash.
Stroll, who currently sits 13th in the 2025 drivers' standings, made his Formula 1 debut in 2017 with Williams, driving alongside Felipe Massa. He remained at the Grove outfit for the 2018 season before moving to Racing Point in 2019 when the team was bought by a consortium of investors led by his father ...Keep reading

Read more: Aston Martin's Lance Stroll confronts online hate: "Just noise" - Motorsport.com

Thursday, October 9, 2025

‘Dunne is a good fit’ – Red Bull boss drops hint over Irish star - SkySports F1

With the dust having settled on McLaren's sudden release of Alex Dunne, Sky Sports F1 assess how the young Irish star becoming a free agent could impact the driver market.

Read more: ‘Dunne is a good fit’ – Red Bull boss drops hint over Irish star - SkySports F1

All-new Racing Bulls driver line-up predicted for 2026 in hunt for next Max Verstappen - Motorsport.com

Three-time W Series champion Jamie Chadwick believes Racing Bulls could opt for an all-new driver line-up for 2026.
Red Bull driver Yuki Tsunoda's contract currently expires at the end of 2025, and it is understood that Racing Bulls rookie Isack Hadjar could earn a promotion to the Milton Keynes outfit for next year, alongside four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen.
Red Bull junior ...Keep reading

Read more: All-new Racing Bulls driver line-up predicted for 2026 in hunt for next Max Verstappen - Motorsport.com

NIKI Awards 2025: Toto Wolff honoured as Gerhard Berger and Helmut Marko also recognised - Motorsport.com

Mercedes team principal and CEO Toto Wolff was recognised at the NIKI Awards gala, named after three-time Formula 1 champion Niki Lauda, on Wednesday 8 October, as he received the Special Award.
Joining Wolff in receiving the prestigious award, which was presented by Lauda’s sons Mathias and Lukas, were fellow Austrians Gerhard Berger and Helmut Marko.
The awards at the Lotteries Sports ...Keep reading

Read more: NIKI Awards 2025: Toto Wolff honoured as Gerhard Berger and Helmut Marko also recognised - Motorsport.com

‘Good shout on staying out’: Did Verstappen consider a second pit stop in Singapore? | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Did Max Verstappen consider making a second pit stop in the Singapore Grand Prix - or were Red Bull trying to provoke McLaren into pitting twice?

Read more: ‘Good shout on staying out’: Did Verstappen consider a second pit stop in Singapore? | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

'Progress is not enough' - Hamilton issues Ferrari rallying cry after setback - SkySports F1

Lewis Hamilton has issued a rallying cry to his Ferrari team as he insisted he was "proud" of their efforts despite another underwhelming result at the Singapore Grand Prix.

Read more: 'Progress is not enough' - Hamilton issues Ferrari rallying cry after setback - SkySports F1

Valtteri Bottas reveals talks between Cadillac and Mercedes F1 teams ahead of 2026 - Motorsport.com

Mercedes reserve driver Valtteri Bottas has confirmed that the Brackley outfit will not stand in his way should some early work come through for the Cadillac Formula 1 team.
The Finnish driver is set to join former Red Bull driver Sergio Perez at the American outfit for its debut year in the championship in 2026. 
While Bottas is currently under contract with Mercedes as a reserve driver ...Keep reading

Read more: Valtteri Bottas reveals talks between Cadillac and Mercedes F1 teams ahead of 2026 - Motorsport.com

Round-up: Sainz wants F1 to prioritise racing over celebrities in TV broadcasts, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Sainz wants F1 to prioritise racing over celebrities in TV broadcasts, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Antonelli reveals the reason that led to his dismal start at Singapore - F1technical.net

Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli admitted that he had difficulties during the second phase of his start, which saw him lose two places on the opening lap.

Read more: Antonelli reveals the reason that led to his dismal start at Singapore - F1technical.net

Monday, October 6, 2025

'Big deal' for Lando but 'not enough' for Max - Did Singapore swing title race? - SkySports F1

Oscar Piastri, Lando Norris and Max Verstappen were upstaged at the Singapore Grand Prix, but their finishing positions behind George Russell had significant implications in Formula 1's 2025 title race.

Read more: 'Big deal' for Lando but 'not enough' for Max - Did Singapore swing title race? - SkySports F1

Round-up: Hamilton responds to Alonso’s radio rant about him, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Hamilton responds to Alonso’s radio rant about him, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton reflects on "tough week" with heartfelt Instagram message - Motorsport.com

Lewis Hamilton reflected on his "tough week" following the Singapore Grand Prix, sharing a strong message on Instagram.
Hamilton shared the news that his beloved dog, Roscoe, had sadly passed on Sunday 28 September in an announcement on the Monday ahead of the race at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
After fielding questions about his loss, the British driver went on to qualify in sixth for ...Keep reading

Read more: Lewis Hamilton reflects on "tough week" with heartfelt Instagram message - Motorsport.com

Sunday, October 5, 2025

“The last thing I want is to make contact with my teammate,” Norris offers his verdict on ... - F1technical.net

Reflecting on the incident with his team-mate Oscar Piastri at the start of the Singapore Grand Prix, Lando Norris reckoned that “the last thing I want is to make contact with my teammate.”

Read more: “The last thing I want is to make contact with my teammate,” Norris offers his verdict on ... - F1technical.net

Russell 'feels ready to fight for a championship' - BBC Sport

Mercedes driver George Russell says he "feels ready to fight for a championship" after taking a dominant victory in the Singapore Grand Prix.

Read more: Russell 'feels ready to fight for a championship' - BBC Sport

Friday, October 3, 2025

REACTIONS: What did drivers have to say after the opening day at the Singapore Grand Prix? - F1technical.net

Oscar Piastri was the quickest driver come the end of the first day of the Singapore Grand Prix, with the championship leader having set a best time of 1m 30.714s in FP2. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers drivers' reactions.

Read more: REACTIONS: What did drivers have to say after the opening day at the Singapore Grand Prix? - F1technical.net

Round-up: Lawson says he ‘thought Red Bull would give me time’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Lawson says he ‘thought Red Bull would give me time’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Chris Harris: Max Verstappen has outgrown his "Drive to Survive" villain caricature - Motorsport.com

Former Top Gear host and popular automotive journalist Chris Harris discussed the rise in popularity of four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen in the UK.
"How did this podcast become the Max Verstappen Appreciation Society? I don't know how it happened, but I do believe we're part of a groundswell of appreciation for Max in the UK that wasn't there maybe even six months ago, because you ...Keep reading

Read more: Chris Harris: Max Verstappen has outgrown his "Drive to Survive" villain caricature - Motorsport.com

Thursday, October 2, 2025

Leclerc struggles to find answers for Ferrari’s disappointing season in 2025 - F1technical.net

Ferrari suffered a tough weekend at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix two weeks ago. The Scuderia put in a dominant performance on the opening day of the Baku weekend, with Lewis Hamilton having set the benchmark on Friday ahead of his team-mate Charles Leclerc.

Read more: Leclerc struggles to find answers for Ferrari’s disappointing season in 2025 - F1technical.net

Norris reveals Ryder Cup inspiration in comeback F1 title bid - SkySports F1

Lando Norris says the US team's unexpected comeback to challenge on the final day of the Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black underlines why never giving up in sport is crucial as he bids to energise his own title bid in F1.

Read more: Norris reveals Ryder Cup inspiration in comeback F1 title bid - SkySports F1

“It’s not what I came for in F1”: Hadjar “refusing to do” some social media stunts | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Isack Hadjar says some of the social media requests he had this year 'just don't sound right' and he has refused to go along with them.

Read more: “It’s not what I came for in F1”: Hadjar “refusing to do” some social media stunts | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Why Singapore GP crucial for Verstappen if he’s to give McLaren almighty title fright - SkySports F1

If a week is considered a long time in politics, then 24 hours can certainly be a long time in Formula 1.

Read more: Why Singapore GP crucial for Verstappen if he’s to give McLaren almighty title fright - SkySports F1

Formula 1 all-time driver wins list - Motorsport.com

Sir Lewis Hamilton holds the record for most Grand Prix wins in Formula 1 history with 105 total, dethroning fellow seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher at the top of the list during the 2020 season.
There have been 115 different race winners in the history of the sport, and current world championship leader Oscar Piastri is the newest addition to the list.
Below is a full list of ...Keep reading

Read more: Formula 1 all-time driver wins list - Motorsport.com

Round-up: Judge Vasseur on Ferrari’s 2026 performance says Steiner, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Judge Vasseur on Ferrari’s 2026 performance says Steiner, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

'It's a balancing act how you split resources for 2025 and 2026," claims Aston Martin's ... - F1technical.net

With the imminent arrival of the 2026 all-new technical regulations, Aston Martin's Executive Director - Technical, Bob Bell conceded that it is a balancing act for the teams to split rescources between the current season and next year's technical overhaul.

Read more: 'It's a balancing act how you split resources for 2025 and 2026," claims Aston Martin's ... - F1technical.net

Business: Adidas reveals why it will collaborate with Audi in 2026 despite its existing ... - F1technical.net

Adidas confirmed earlier this month that it will extend its commitment to Formula One by signing a contract with the future Audi F1 team, and the German sportswear manufacturer has now revealed that it is intent on "engaging a new generation of motorsport fans."

Read more: Business: Adidas reveals why it will collaborate with Audi in 2026 despite its existing ... - F1technical.net

Monday, September 29, 2025

MotoGP: Misano secures long-term future on the MotoGP schedule - F1technical.net

MotoGP will race at Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli until 2031 inclusive, MotoGP's Commercial Rights Holder Dorna Sports have recently confirmed the contract extension.

Read more: MotoGP: Misano secures long-term future on the MotoGP schedule - F1technical.net

Sunday, September 28, 2025

"I’m at peace with myself," reckons Marquez after clinching his seventh MotoGP ... - F1technical.net

Having clinched his seventh MotoGP title in Motegi, Marc Márquez admitted that he struggles to " find the words to describe [his] emotions," but the Spaniard revealed that he is "at peace with myself" after his seriious injuries that almost brought an end to his MotoGP career.

Read more: "I’m at peace with myself," reckons Marquez after clinching his seventh MotoGP ... - F1technical.net

"I felt myself again out on track," claims Bagnaia after his dominant performance at ... - F1technical.net

Hot on the heels of tough and disappointing races in recent months, Francesco Bagnaia has admitted that he finally enjoyed riding at Motegi as he regained the feeling he has been looking for since the start of the season.

Read more: "I felt myself again out on track," claims Bagnaia after his dominant performance at ... - F1technical.net

Saturday, September 27, 2025

Round-up: Verstappen wins on Nurburgring GT3 debut, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Verstappen wins on Nurburgring GT3 debut, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Michael Schumacher’s 2000 Hungarian GP race suit sells for €95,650 at auction - Motorsport.com

A race suit worn by the legendary Michael Schumacher at the 2000 Hungarian Grand Prix has sold for €95,650 in an online auction staged by Bonhams Cars in partnership with The Schumacher Lounge. 
The lot closed on 19 September as part of The Schumacher Lounge Online Auction, which ran from 29 August through 19 September. 
The Ferrari overalls, finished in the team's signature red with ...Keep reading

Read more: Michael Schumacher’s 2000 Hungarian GP race suit sells for €95,650 at auction - Motorsport.com

McLaren's Zak Brown addresses Christian Horner 2026 F1 return rumours - Motorsport.com

Zak Brown has addressed the rumours that former Red Bull team boss Christian Horner could return to Formula 1 in 2026.
The McLaren Racing CEO previously claimed that Horner’s exit from the championship was positive but, after being quizzed on his comments, he has acknowledged Horner’s “stellar career”.
Horner was replaced as Red Bull Racing CEO and team principal on 9 July 2025 and ...Keep reading

Read more: McLaren's Zak Brown addresses Christian Horner 2026 F1 return rumours - Motorsport.com

Caption Competition 277: Hat trick | Caption Competition - RaceFans

The wind caused plenty of problems for F1 drivers in Baku. Can you come up with the best caption for this picture of Oscar Piastri and Lewis Hamilton?

Read more: Caption Competition 277: Hat trick | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Friday, September 26, 2025

Carlos Sainz cherishes Charles Leclerc road trip: 'One of those adventures that you will remember' - Motorsport.com

Carlos Sainz has spoken about the impromptu road trip he and Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc were forced to take after the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. 
After celebrating his first podium finish with Williams, the Spanish driver was hoping to return home as normal that same evening. But storms in Nice meant that he and Leclerc, along with the Monegasque driver's friends, Joris Trouche and ...Keep reading

Read more: Carlos Sainz cherishes Charles Leclerc road trip: 'One of those adventures that you will remember' - Motorsport.com

Guenther Steiner shoots down Christian Horner to Alpine move after Red Bull settlement - Motorsport.com

Guenther Steiner has discussed Christian Horner's potential return to Formula 1 after the former Red Bull team chief reached a settlement agreement with the Austrian squad.
Red Bull announced that Horner had officially left the company on 22 September after agreeing on a settlement, which is expected to be between $70million and $100million.
Part of the agreement is thought to allow the ...Keep reading

Read more: Guenther Steiner shoots down Christian Horner to Alpine move after Red Bull settlement - Motorsport.com

Thursday, September 25, 2025

Tsunoda showed why Red Bull won't rush F1 driver decision - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Red Bull Formula 1 team boss Laurent Mekies says Yuki Tsunoda's encouraging progress in Baku shows why the team is in no rush to finalise its 2026 driver line-up.
Tsunoda qualified and finished sixth in the streets of Baku, his best result for the team so far, as the Japanese driver obtained Red Bull's latest floor specification.
And while both on Saturday and Sunday Tsunoda still languished ...Keep reading

Read more: Tsunoda showed why Red Bull won't rush F1 driver decision - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Round-up: Alonso ‘more likely to retire if we’re competitive in 2026’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Alonso ‘more likely to retire if we’re competitive in 2026’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Why DRS has been even more ineffective at Monza and Baku in F1 2025 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

It's amazing to think that the drag reduction system has been a part of Formula 1 for 15 seasons.
Developed as a way to mitigate the chances of processional races, it's become a part of the furniture - but in the eyes of many, only akin to a mismatched chair stuck in the corner of the living room. "We really must get rid of it," you muse and yet, 14 years later, it's still in the ...Keep reading

Read more: Why DRS has been even more ineffective at Monza and Baku in F1 2025 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 E first bought by Ayrton Senna set for auction at £220k-£250k - Motorsport.com

A 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 E 2.3-16, bought new by three-time Formula 1 champion Ayrton Senna, is set to be sold at auction by RM Sotheby's for an estimated £220,000-£250,000.
Inspired by his victory in the 1984 Race of Champions at the famous Nürburgring, the Brazilian driver set his sights on the 190 E after racing in a race-modified version of the car in the same Smoke Silver Metallic ...Keep reading

Read more: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190 E first bought by Ayrton Senna set for auction at £220k-£250k - Motorsport.com

Monday, September 22, 2025

'It's a balancing act how you split resources for 2025 and 2026," claims Aston Martin's ... - F1technical.net

With the imminent arrival of the 2026 all-new technical regulations, Aston Martin's Executive Director - Technical, Bob Bell conceded that it is a balancing act for the teams to split rescources between the current season and next year's technical overhaul.

Read more: 'It's a balancing act how you split resources for 2025 and 2026," claims Aston Martin's ... - F1technical.net

Anthony Davidson points to reason for Oscar Piastri Baku crash - Motorsport.com

McLaren's Oscar Piastri suffered an uncharacteristically difficult weekend at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
After crashing during qualifying, the Australian driver started the race already on the back foot from ninth with a replacement chassis. But his weekend went from bad to worse when he jumped the start of the race, battled with the anti-stall system, and then crashed on the first lap at Turn ...Keep reading

Read more: Anthony Davidson points to reason for Oscar Piastri Baku crash - Motorsport.com

Who slept best last night: Max Verstappen - Motorsport.com

He just knows it, doesn’t he?
Call it ego, call it self-confidence. But he just knows he’s the best driver in the world. Not many would disagree, either. Some would argue, but there’s nothing on this planet that can shatter Max Verstappen’s conviction in his own superiority over the rest. There are many good ones — excellent, even — in Formula 1. But there’s only one Max ...Keep reading

Read more: Who slept best last night: Max Verstappen - Motorsport.com

Sunday, September 21, 2025

Saturday, September 20, 2025

“Idiot, idiot!”: Furious Hadjar berated himself after error at final corner | Formula 1 - RaceFans

A furious Isack Hadjar punched his steering wheel during his qualifying lap after a mistake which might have cost him second on the grid.

Read more: “Idiot, idiot!”: Furious Hadjar berated himself after error at final corner | Formula 1 - RaceFans

REACTIONS: What did drivers have to say after the bizzare qualifying session at Baku? - F1technical.net

Qualifying seemed to go on for ever, with a record number of red flags, plenty of yellow ones and a few drops of rain. It finally ended with yet another pole position for Max Verstappen. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers drivers' reactions after the incident-filled session.

Read more: REACTIONS: What did drivers have to say after the bizzare qualifying session at Baku? - F1technical.net

Friday, September 19, 2025

Leclerc expects "some surprises" as he reveals how McLaren hid its performance - F1technical.net

Despite Ferrari's impressive form on the opening day at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc expects McLaren to bounce back in the remainder of the weekend, with the Monegasque going as far as to indicate that the papaya team deliberately held back their real competitiveness by abandoning some of their encouraging flying laps.

Read more: Leclerc expects "some surprises" as he reveals how McLaren hid its performance - F1technical.net

Hamilton reveals how he achieved a breakthrough with his Ferrari on practice day at Baku - F1technical.net

Having completed his best Friday with Ferrari so far in 2025, seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton was left to praise the Scuderia for its patience in the opening half of the season, while he also revealed that confidence under braking contributed to his improved form at Baku.

Read more: Hamilton reveals how he achieved a breakthrough with his Ferrari on practice day at Baku - F1technical.net

Thursday, September 18, 2025

F1 has "to take the positives from the last four years," claims Vasseur - F1technical.net

With only half a year away from the introduction of the all-new technical regulations, Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur reflected on the positives of the current technical era, highlighting the fact that the cars display a very similar performance level which leads to a close racing in most of the cases.

Read more: F1 has "to take the positives from the last four years," claims Vasseur - F1technical.net

F1MATHS: The four records that have been broken at Monza - F1technical.net

Although this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix is just around the corner, F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo takes a look back at the Italian Grand Prix, revealing three key records that were broken.

Read more: F1MATHS: The four records that have been broken at Monza - F1technical.net

Who are Alpine's options for its second F1 2026 seat? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

There are few available drives left for Formula 1's 2026 season. Red Bull's poisoned-chalice second seat alongside Max Verstappen remains open, as the team works out what to do with Yuki Tsunoda, and the consequences of filling that seat will extend to the Racing Bulls operation. Mercedes also does not have drivers under contract for next year, but will retain George Russell and Andrea Kimi ...Keep reading

Read more: Who are Alpine's options for its second F1 2026 seat? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Monday, September 15, 2025

Sunday, September 14, 2025

F1 MATHS: Hamilton set new top speed record at Monza - F1technical.net

Despite a five-place grid penalty carried over from Zandvoort, Ferrari's seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton did not lose his motivation at his first race at Monza as a Ferrari driver. The British driver completed a series of overtaking manoeuvres last Sunday, and he also set a new top speed record on his way to sixth place at the Italian Grand Prix.

Read more: F1 MATHS: Hamilton set new top speed record at Monza - F1technical.net

Round-up: Verstappen eager for “amazing” 24-hour Nordschleife race after gaining licence | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Verstappen eager for “amazing” 24-hour Nordschleife race after gaining licence | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 MATHS: McLaren sets new pit stop record in Monza, but falters in overall tyre service time - F1technical.net

McLaren completed the quickest tyre change at the Italian Grand Prix, but Ferrari turned out to be the most reliable and the fastest team in the pit lane considering the overall performance. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers his latest analysis.

Read more: F1 MATHS: McLaren sets new pit stop record in Monza, but falters in overall tyre service time - F1technical.net

MotoGP: Marquez reveals what caused his crash in the Misano Sprint - F1technical.net

Having led the Misano Sprint, six-time MotoGP champion Marc Márquez crashed out of the lead on Lap 6 of the 13-lap race, making his first mistake on a Saturday this season.

Read more: MotoGP: Marquez reveals what caused his crash in the Misano Sprint - F1technical.net

Saturday, September 13, 2025

Williams junior Giusti set to remain in Formula 3 for a second season - F1technical.net

Williams Racing Academy Driver Alessandro Giusti will challenge for another season in the FIA Formula 3 Championship with MP Motorsport in 2026, the Grove-based outfit has announced after the 2025 F3 season came to an end at last Sunday's Italian Grand Prix.

Read more: Williams junior Giusti set to remain in Formula 3 for a second season - F1technical.net

Tsunoda will complete season at Red Bull while team decides on 2026 driver | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Red Bull will give Yuki Tsunoda until the end of the season to prove he deserves to remain at the team next year.

Read more: Tsunoda will complete season at Red Bull while team decides on 2026 driver | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Caption Competition 276: The sweet taste of victory | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Podium newcomer Isack Hadjar shared his sweets with Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen at Zandvoort. Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?

Read more: Caption Competition 276: The sweet taste of victory | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Friday, September 12, 2025

Round-up: F1 ‘monitoring situation’ after military strike in Qatar, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 ‘monitoring situation’ after military strike in Qatar, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

How F1's recent title battles stood with a third of the season left - Motorsport.com

Were this 25 years ago, reaching the 16-race mark would coincide with the end of the Formula 1 season - but in our current 24-race calendar, there's still another third of the season's runtime to go.
A 31-point margin separates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris as it stands with eight races left, having swelled from the nine-point gap at the summer break following Norris' oil leak in Zandvoort ...Keep reading

Read more: How F1's recent title battles stood with a third of the season left - Motorsport.com

Transcript: Hamilton seeking final tenths as he closes gap to Leclerc | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton had little to celebrate at Monza but his radio communications from the race show he is gradually becoming more at home at his new team.

Read more: Transcript: Hamilton seeking final tenths as he closes gap to Leclerc | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

F1MATHS: Key numbers from the Italian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Last Sunday's Italian Grand Prix saw Max Verstappen secure his third win of the season, following on from those in Suzuka and Imola, as well as his third in this race, to add to those in 2022 and 2023, all with Red Bull Racing. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers some key numbers and facts from the race at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza.

Read more: F1MATHS: Key numbers from the Italian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Round-up: Tsunoda ‘talented but not hard-working enough’ says Tost, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Tsunoda ‘talented but not hard-working enough’ says Tost, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Stats: Red Bull now five wins away from matching Mercedes’ victory total | 2025 Italian Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Max Verstappen broke two all-time speed records, brought Red Bull to within five wins of Mercedes and achieved the biggest winning margin for 27 years at Monza.

Read more: Stats: Red Bull now five wins away from matching Mercedes’ victory total | 2025 Italian Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Saturday, September 6, 2025

MotoGP: Former F1 team boss Steiner becomes KTM Tech3 outfit's CEO - F1technical.net

Haas team's former leader Guenther Steiner is swapping four wheels to two wheels as the German-Italian is set to join MotoGP as leader of the KTM Tech3 outfit.

Read more: MotoGP: Former F1 team boss Steiner becomes KTM Tech3 outfit's CEO - F1technical.net

How Verstappen surpassed fastest F1 cars in history - BBC Sport

Max Verstappen set the fastest F1 lap in history in taking pole position for the Italian Grand Prix, and he is feeling optimistic for Sunday's race.

Read more: How Verstappen surpassed fastest F1 cars in history - BBC Sport

Friday, September 5, 2025

Ferrari "is not consistent, but it is fast", claims Leclerc after the opening day at Monza - F1technical.net

Having ended up second in both practce sessions on Friday, Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc claimed that his car is fast, but the Scuderia will need to find more consistency for the SF25 for the rest of the weekend.

Read more: Ferrari "is not consistent, but it is fast", claims Leclerc after the opening day at Monza - F1technical.net

Round-up: No V8s in 2029, Antonelli “pushed too hard” in FP2 spin and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: No V8s in 2029, Antonelli “pushed too hard” in FP2 spin and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

REACTIONS - What did drivers have to say after the opening day at the Italian Grand Prix? - F1technical.net

The first day of the Italian Grand Prix saw Ferrari and McLaren dominate proceedings, but several other outfits seem to be in the game this weekend - at least over a single flying lap. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo reports from the Autodromo Nazionale Monza.

Read more: REACTIONS - What did drivers have to say after the opening day at the Italian Grand Prix? - F1technical.net

“There’ll be no sleep”: Aron in simulator overnight after Monza practice run | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Paul Aron is flying back to Alpine's Enstone base for an overnight simulator session after driving for the team in first practice at Monza.

Read more: “There’ll be no sleep”: Aron in simulator overnight after Monza practice run | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

McLaren promises "full review" after chassis issue for Norris at Zandvoort - F1technical.net

After McLaren driver Lando Norris was forced to retire from race action at last Sunday's Dutch Grand Prix, McLaren team boss Andrea Stella has promised that the Woking-based outfit will carry out a review to avoid the possible repeat of the problem.

Read more: McLaren promises "full review" after chassis issue for Norris at Zandvoort - F1technical.net

Round-up: Monza must ‘keep improving’ says Domenicali, Power leaves Penske and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Monza must ‘keep improving’ says Domenicali, Power leaves Penske and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Irish teenager Dunne to make McLaren return in Italian GP first practice - SkySports F1

Ireland’s Alex Dunne will return to drive for McLaren in first practice at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza on Friday.

Read more: Irish teenager Dunne to make McLaren return in Italian GP first practice - SkySports F1

Norris' title hopes - and Antonelli 'like an artichoke' - BBC Sport

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Italian Grand Prix at Monza.

Read more: Norris' title hopes - and Antonelli 'like an artichoke' - BBC Sport

Piastri becomes 27th Formula 1 driver to achieve a ‘grand slam’: Dutch GP stats | 2025 Dutch Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Oscar Piastri scored his first 'grand slam' while Yuki Tsunoda ended the longest point-less run for a Red Bull driver in 17 years. Here are the Dutch Grand Prix stats and facts.

Read more: Piastri becomes 27th Formula 1 driver to achieve a ‘grand slam’: Dutch GP stats | 2025 Dutch Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Sunday, August 31, 2025

REACTIONS - What did teams have to say after the Dutch Grand Prix? - F1technical.net

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri secured his ninth career victory at Sunday’s Dutch Grand Prix to extend his championship lead from his team-mate Lando Norris. F1Technical’s senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers drivers’ reaction from the Zandvoort race.

Read more: REACTIONS - What did teams have to say after the Dutch Grand Prix? - F1technical.net

“F***ing end of the race”: Alonso’s unheard rage over the Safety Car explained | 2025 Dutch Grand Prix interactive data - RaceFans

Fernando Alonso thought his race was ruined when the Safety Car was first deployed at Zandvoort and howled with anger on his radio.

Read more: “F***ing end of the race”: Alonso’s unheard rage over the Safety Car explained | 2025 Dutch Grand Prix interactive data - RaceFans

Saturday, August 30, 2025

STAT CORNER - Fast facts about the Dutch Grand Prix - F1technical.net

After the truly nail-biting qualifying day at the Zandvoort circuit, F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers some key facts, trivia and stats related to the Dutch Grand Prix.

Read more: STAT CORNER - Fast facts about the Dutch Grand Prix - F1technical.net

REACTIONS - What did drivers have to say after qualifying day at Zandvoort? - F1technical.net

McLaren had been expected to dominate at Zandvoort, and Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris did not disappoint by having secured a McLaren one-two for Sunday’s Dutch Grand Prix. F1Technical’s senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers drivers’ reaction after the qualifying day at the Zandvoort circuit.

Read more: REACTIONS - What did drivers have to say after qualifying day at Zandvoort? - F1technical.net

Friday, August 29, 2025

REACTIONS: What did drivers have to say after the opening day at Zandvoort? - F1technical.net

McLaren’s Lando Norris set the benchmark in both Friday’s practice sessions, but Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso kept the Briton honest with an unexpectedly strong performance on the opening day at the Dutch Grand Prix. F1Technical’s senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers drivers’ reactions from the Zandvoort circuit.

Read more: REACTIONS: What did drivers have to say after the opening day at Zandvoort? - F1technical.net

Will Verstappen-Mercedes ever happen in F1? Toto Wolff gives his fresh take - Motorsport.com

Now Verstappen has firmly committed to Red Bull for 2026 and the dust has settled after an intense silly season episode involving the four-time world champion, Mercedes chief Toto Wolff can take his time to finalise contract extensions with his own proteges - George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli, with no rush to sign on the dotted line.
The story of how Wolff coveted Verstappen as far back ...Keep reading

Read more: Will Verstappen-Mercedes ever happen in F1? Toto Wolff gives his fresh take - Motorsport.com

Thursday, August 28, 2025

Stella hints at the factor that might turn out decisive in the Piastri-Norris battle - F1technical.net

With McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri finding themselves in a close battle for the drivers' title this year, Andrea Stella has Stella hinted at the factor that might turn out decisive in their fight in the remainder of the season.

Read more: Stella hints at the factor that might turn out decisive in the Piastri-Norris battle - F1technical.net

Dutch driver set to race as a wild card entry at this weekend's Zandvoort F1 Academy round - F1technical.net

Dutch driver Esmee Kosterman will race as a wild card entry at F1 Academy's Dutch round this weekend, representing the TeamViewer outfit at Circuit Zandvoort.

Read more: Dutch driver set to race as a wild card entry at this weekend's Zandvoort F1 Academy round - F1technical.net

Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Antonelli suspects his "aggressive driving style exacerbated" Mercedes' technical ... - F1technical.net

Having struggled to achieve consistency during the European leg of the his debute F1 season, Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli suspects his "aggressive driving style exacerbated" Mercedes' technical struggles

Read more: Antonelli suspects his "aggressive driving style exacerbated" Mercedes' technical ... - F1technical.net

Pirelli announces key changes for the remainder of the season - F1technical.net

With the F1 field slowly returning from its well-deserved summer break, Formula One's sole tyre manufacturer Pirelli has announced its tyre selections for the remainder of the season.

Read more: Pirelli announces key changes for the remainder of the season - F1technical.net

Hamilton, Ferrari and the quest for a 'magic solution' - BBC Sport

Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari have struggled for competitiveness so far in 2025. Andrew Benson analyses why it has not worked so far.

Read more: Hamilton, Ferrari and the quest for a 'magic solution' - BBC Sport

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Stella pinpoints "the rate of progress" as McLaren's main strength - F1technical.net

On the back of an utterly dominant showing in the first fourteen races of the season, McLaren team boss Andrea Stella has pinpointed "the rate of progress" as McLaren's main strength.

Read more: Stella pinpoints "the rate of progress" as McLaren's main strength - F1technical.net

Power unit: How many power unit components do drivers still have for the remainder of the season? - F1technical.net

With the three-week summer break slowly drawing to its end, F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo analyses how many power unit components drivers still have for the remainder of the season.

Read more: Power unit: How many power unit components do drivers still have for the remainder of the season? - F1technical.net

Round-up: F1 faces lawsuit for cancelling Russian GP over invasion of Ukraine, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 faces lawsuit for cancelling Russian GP over invasion of Ukraine, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

What can Hamilton salvage from turbulent debut Ferrari campaign? - SkySports F1

As was the case several months ago at the start of his debut Formula 1 campaign with Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton will arrive at the first race after the summer break in unfamiliar territory.

Read more: What can Hamilton salvage from turbulent debut Ferrari campaign? - SkySports F1

Monday, August 25, 2025

“Lewis has unfinished business in F1,” claims Wolff as he reflect on the se - F1technical.net

Amid a difficult period for seven-time F1 champion Leiws Hamilton, Toto Wolff - his former boss at Mercedes - claimed that "Lewis has unfinished business in F1.”

Read more: “Lewis has unfinished business in F1,” claims Wolff as he reflect on the se - F1technical.net

Round-up: FIA increases pit lane speed limit for Dutch GP, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: FIA increases pit lane speed limit for Dutch GP, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1MATHS: How have ground-effect cars evolve over the years? - F1technical.net

The current technical regulations were introduced at the start of the 2022 F1 season, but they are slowly give way to another technical era. Before the curtain falls on the current technical era, F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo analyses how cars have evolved over the recent four-year period.

Read more: F1MATHS: How have ground-effect cars evolve over the years? - F1technical.net

Saturday, August 23, 2025

HISTORY CORNER: Hungary set to host its third MotoGP round - F1technical.net

MotoGP has made its return to Hungary this weekend, with the brand-new Balaton Park Circuit set to host the third MotoGP Hungarian Grand Prix. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo looks back at the history of the MotoGP Hungarian Grand Prix.

Read more: HISTORY CORNER: Hungary set to host its third MotoGP round - F1technical.net

MotoGP MATHS - Key numbers and facts after Sprint Day at Balaton - F1technical.net

It was all about Marc Marquez on Saturday at the Balaton Park Circuit, with the six-time world champion winning the MotoGP Sprint from pole position. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers some key facts and numbers from the Balaton Park Circuit.

Read more: MotoGP MATHS - Key numbers and facts after Sprint Day at Balaton - F1technical.net

Caption Competition 275: Radio chat | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc swap notes while plugged into Ferrari's radio system. Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?

Read more: Caption Competition 275: Radio chat | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Piastri responds to Prost's "very cool" F1 comparison after Goodwood comments - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

At Goodwood's Festival of Speed, Alain Prost spoke of his admiration for Formula 1 championship leader Oscar Piastri - and the Australian says it was "very cool" for a four-time champion to be so effusive in his praise.
Prost and Piastri had previously worked together at Alpine, where the Frenchman was an advisor and non-executive director at the team, while Piastri was part of the team's ...Keep reading

Read more: Piastri responds to Prost's "very cool" F1 comparison after Goodwood comments - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Formula One set to host Business Summit at Las Vegas - F1technical.net

Formula One has announced that it will host a F1 Business Summit which will take place during the Las Vegas Grand Prix Weekend on Thursday, featuring a collection of the most influential minds in sports, entertainment, and business.

Read more: Formula One set to host Business Summit at Las Vegas - F1technical.net

Round-up: Ferrari confirms China disqualifications led to ride height changes, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Ferrari confirms China disqualifications led to ride height changes, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Oliver Bearman found his F1 confidence after Haas Silverstone upgrades - Motorsport.com

Formula 1 rookie Oliver Bearman believes it is “crazy” how much his confidence has changed since Haas brought an upgrade package to the British Grand Prix in July. 
The American outfit fitted a revised floor and new sidepod inlets, which made an immediate impact as Bearman recorded his highest qualifying position of the year with eighth.
Although he eventually finished 11th in Sunday's ...Keep reading

Read more: Oliver Bearman found his F1 confidence after Haas Silverstone upgrades - Motorsport.com

The technical overhaul "challenges us all to dig deep, to innovate," claims Hamilton - F1technical.net

Ahead of the arrival of the all-new technical regulations in 2026, Ferrari's seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton sounded a positive note when assessing the technical overhaul as it "challenges us all to dig deep, to innovate."

Read more: The technical overhaul "challenges us all to dig deep, to innovate," claims Hamilton - F1technical.net

Monday, August 18, 2025

Why new 2026 rules will level the playing field for F1's rookie class - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Sometimes in Formula 1 the flow of dynamic young drivers splutters or even takes a year off. 2025 wasn’t going to be one of those seasons; in recent years only 2019, where the likes of Lando Norris, George Russell and Alex Albon arrived hot from F2, provided such a rich and exciting influx of talent.
But many of those either new or new-ish to the game have struggled to make an impact. Jack ...Keep reading

Read more: Why new 2026 rules will level the playing field for F1's rookie class - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Round-up: Motorsport must evolve or risk ‘disappearing altogether’ says Vettel, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Motorsport must evolve or risk ‘disappearing altogether’ says Vettel, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

2025 Formula 1 mid-season driver rankings #10: Isack Hadjar | Formula 1 - RaceFans

After a horror start to the season in Australia, Hadjar bounced back to make a strong first impression over the first half of the year.

Read more: 2025 Formula 1 mid-season driver rankings #10: Isack Hadjar | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Sunday, August 17, 2025

MotoGP: Bagnaia is at a loss to "explain this type of performance" after ... - F1technical.net

Having finished Sunday's Austrian Grand Prix in a disappointing eighth place, two-time MotoGP champion Francesco Bagnaia claims he is at a loss to "explain this type of performance" on a track where he was unbeaten in the previous three seasons.

Read more: MotoGP: Bagnaia is at a loss to "explain this type of performance" after ... - F1technical.net

MotoGP: Marquez did not expect Aldeguer to mount a challenge for the victory - F1technical.net

Having clinched his maiden victory at the Red Bull Ring, six-time MotoGP champion Marc Márquez has admitted that he had not expected Gresini Ducati rider Fermin Aldeguer to mount a challenge for the victory at the Austrian Grand Prix.

Read more: MotoGP: Marquez did not expect Aldeguer to mount a challenge for the victory - F1technical.net

The sense of freedom that pushed Williams F1 boss James Vowles to the skies - Motorsport.com

When Williams team principal James Vowles and his wife Rachel took to their annual New Year's tradition of setting themselves a challenge, the idea was to learn a new skill over the new year. Taking piano lessons, learning a new language; you get the idea.
But in 2020 Vowles set himself a slightly loftier target. Unbeknownst to his wife, the then Mercedes engineer embarked on secret helicopter ...Keep reading

Read more: The sense of freedom that pushed Williams F1 boss James Vowles to the skies - Motorsport.com

Saturday, August 16, 2025

Round-up: Portugal’s prime minister targeting F1 race at Algarve in 2027, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Portugal’s prime minister targeting F1 race at Algarve in 2027, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Oscar Piastri won't give up wins for safe points in 2025 F1 title fight - Motorsport.com

Despite noticing a perceptible change in his approach while competing for a Formula 1 title, Oscar Piastri says it is far too early in the season to consider minimising risk and settling for positions in races.
In an exclusive interview with Motorsport.com, Piastri was asked about the challenges involved in fighting for a title against his team-mate Lando Norris, and if there was any ...Keep reading

Read more: Oscar Piastri won't give up wins for safe points in 2025 F1 title fight - Motorsport.com

Friday, August 15, 2025

Formula E: Former McLaren test driver appointed as Cupra Kiro's as Racing Director - F1technical.net

After a strong campaign in the 2024/2025 Formula E season, the Cupra Kiro outfit has strengthened its leadership and management team with appointment of motorsport veteran, Gary Paffett who will take on the role of Racing Director.

Read more: Formula E: Former McLaren test driver appointed as Cupra Kiro's as Racing Director - F1technical.net

Newey reflects on his arrival at Aston Martin - F1technical.net

Having joined Aston Martin at the beginning of April, Red Bull's former star designer Adrian Newey stated that the Silverstone-based outfit has been "very welcoming."

Read more: Newey reflects on his arrival at Aston Martin - F1technical.net

Thursday, August 14, 2025

Esteban Ocon's wild childhood dream: 'I wanted to buy a WRC car and go shopping with it' - Motorsport.com

The full potential of Haas' partnership with Toyota is yet to be explored – but it has already helped one of the team's drivers fulfil a childhood dream: Esteban Ocon got to drive the GR Yaris Rally1 car during the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
"I kept telling them since we went to Japan how I love cars and how I always wanted to test a WRC car," Ocon told Motorsport.com. "They gave me my ...Keep reading

Read more: Esteban Ocon's wild childhood dream: 'I wanted to buy a WRC car and go shopping with it' - Motorsport.com

Ocon's wild childhood dream: 'I wanted to buy a WRC car and go shopping with it' - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Haas is yet to explore the full potential of its partnership with Toyota - but it has already helped one of its drivers fulfil a childhood dream, as Esteban Ocon got to drive the GR Yaris Rally1 car during the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
"I kept telling them since we went to Japan how I love cars and how I always wanted to test a WRC car," Ocon told Autosport. "They gave me my first taste of ...Keep reading

Read more: Ocon's wild childhood dream: 'I wanted to buy a WRC car and go shopping with it' - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Ocon's wild childhood dream: 'I wanted to buy a WRC car and go shopping with it' - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Haas is yet to explore the full potential of its partnership with Toyota - but it has already helped one of its drivers fulfil a childhood dream, as Esteban Ocon got to drive the GR Yaris Rally1 car during the Goodwood Festival of Speed.
"I kept telling them since we went to Japan how I love cars and how I always wanted to test a WRC car," Ocon told Autosport. "They gave me my first taste of ...Keep reading

Read more: Ocon's wild childhood dream: 'I wanted to buy a WRC car and go shopping with it' - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Wolff hopes not to see "energy harvesting disasters in Baku or Monza" - F1technical.net

Ahead of the introduction of the all-new F1 power units in 2026, Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff hopes that the sport will not suffer an "energy harvesting disaster in Baku or Monza."

Read more: Wolff hopes not to see "energy harvesting disasters in Baku or Monza" - F1technical.net

Why "hungry" Russell accepts he needs to bide his time for an F1 title bid - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

George Russell says the long wait for a Mercedes title challenge has made him "more hungry than ever" for success in Formula 1.
Russell has been part of the Mercedes set up since joining its junior programme in 2017, and after waltzing through title-winning campaigns in GP3 and F2 Russell looked like the natural heir to Lewis Hamilton at the Silver Arrows.
Russell served three seasons on ...Keep reading

Read more: Why "hungry" Russell accepts he needs to bide his time for an F1 title bid - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Wolff doesn't think Horner has "gone forever" despite shock exit from Red Bull - F1technical.net

On the back of Christian Horner's shock exit from Red Bull, Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff stated that he expects the Briton to "pop up in some other function" in the near future.

Read more: Wolff doesn't think Horner has "gone forever" despite shock exit from Red Bull - F1technical.net

Tuesday, August 12, 2025

Rosberg pinpoints 'scary' Piastri trait Norris must overcome - SkySports F1

Nico Rosberg believes Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are "on a par" in outright performance at McLaren but that the latter retains a "scary" advantage amid F1 2025's close-fought title race.

Read more: Rosberg pinpoints 'scary' Piastri trait Norris must overcome - SkySports F1

Monday, August 11, 2025

Fewest mistakes takes the F1 title? The Piastri-Norris errors in 2025 so far - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

As Formula 1's calendar has ballooned over the past couple of decades, it's a bit easier to get away with an off-weekend - nonetheless, championship credentials are still awarded to those who make the least mistakes.
With just nine points between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris at this stage in the season, the final 10 rounds effectively work as a shootout. Thus, each error carries a bit more ...Keep reading

Read more: Fewest mistakes takes the F1 title? The Piastri-Norris errors in 2025 so far - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

"Things change," claims Coulthard as he reflects on Horner's shock departure from Red Bull - F1technical.net

Former Red Bull driver David Coulthard claims that it was inevitable that there will be a time when Christian Horner would step down from his position at the Milton Keynes-based outfit as nothing "lasts forever."

Read more: "Things change," claims Coulthard as he reflects on Horner's shock departure from Red Bull - F1technical.net

Sunday, August 10, 2025

MOTOGP: Motegi secured contract extension with MotoGP until 2030 - F1technical.net

MotoGP will return to the Mobility Resort Motegi until at least the 2030 season after the Japanese track has recently secured a contract extension with MotoGP's Commercial Rights Holder Dorna Sports.

Read more: MOTOGP: Motegi secured contract extension with MotoGP until 2030 - F1technical.net

Shovlin reveals "Mercedes will be looking to optimise the W16" in Zandvoort - F1technical.net

On the back of Mercedes' first podium finish since the Canadian Grand Prix, trackside engineering director, Andrew Shovlin claimed that the Brackley-based squad has been left "encouraged by the improvement."

Read more: Shovlin reveals "Mercedes will be looking to optimise the W16" in Zandvoort - F1technical.net

F1MATHS: What does the Hungarian Grand Prix boxplot tell about Hamilton's and Leclerc's issues? - F1technical.net

McLaren clinched their fourth consecutive double victory at last Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix, with Lando Norris fractionally beating his championship-leading team-mate Oscar Piastri. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers his post-race analysis.

Read more: F1MATHS: What does the Hungarian Grand Prix boxplot tell about Hamilton's and Leclerc's issues? - F1technical.net

Andrew Benson Q&A: Send us your questions - BBC Sport

Our F1 correspondent Andrew Benson will do a weekly Q&A this season, so get your questions in now.

Read more: Andrew Benson Q&A: Send us your questions - BBC Sport

Friday, August 8, 2025

F1MATHS: Russell set the quickest race lap for the second time in 2025 - F1technical.net

On the back of a series of tough races in recent weeks, Mercedes driver George Russell bounced back at last Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix to grab a podium finish with a third place. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo reveals what the four-time Grand Prix winner achieved on his way to his sixth podium finish of the season.

Read more: F1MATHS: Russell set the quickest race lap for the second time in 2025 - F1technical.net

Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Is Verstappen right that Red Bull won’t win again in 2025? - SkySports F1

Max Verstappen believes Red Bull will not win another Formula 1 race in 2025 after "nothing worked" last weekend in Hungary.

Read more: Is Verstappen right that Red Bull won’t win again in 2025? - SkySports F1

F1 MATHS: Why did ten drivers opt for a single-stop strategy despite the pre-race simultions? - F1technical.net

The Hungarian Grand Prix ended in a one-two finish for McLaren, its fourth in a row and the sixth this season, its 56th in total. Lando Norris secured the team’s 200th win, second only to Ferrari on 248 on the all-time winner’s list. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers his strategy anaylsis.

Read more: F1 MATHS: Why did ten drivers opt for a single-stop strategy despite the pre-race simultions? - F1technical.net

Krack admits Aston Martin's sensational form in Hungary might have been "circumstantial" - F1technical.net

The Silverstone-based squad sprang a surprise at the Hungaroring, with Alonso taking fifth place, followed closely by team-mate Lance Stroll, finishing seventh.

Read more: Krack admits Aston Martin's sensational form in Hungary might have been "circumstantial" - F1technical.net

How Norris vs Piastri has developed into a thrilling title battle - SkySports F1

With Formula 1's thrilling 2025 season having reached its summer break, look back at a race-by-race recap of Lando Norris' delicately poised battle with Oscar Piastri for the drivers' title.

Read more: How Norris vs Piastri has developed into a thrilling title battle - SkySports F1

Monday, August 4, 2025

Round-up: F1 “healthier” after Mekies replaced Horner says Brown, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 “healthier” after Mekies replaced Horner says Brown, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Stella explains why McLaren chose different strategies for its drivers - F1technical.net

On the back of McLaren's fourth consecutive one-two finish, team boss Andrea Stella explained why the Woking-based outfit elected to run two different strategies with its drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

Read more: Stella explains why McLaren chose different strategies for its drivers - F1technical.net

Norris claims he was "dead" after the Hungarian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Having delivered a sensational comeback drive after a disappointing start at the Hungarian Grand Prix, McLaren's Lando Norris claims that he was "dead" after a tough race in which he had to fend off the attacks of his team-mate Oscar Piastri in the closing stages.

Read more: Norris claims he was "dead" after the Hungarian Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Sunday, August 3, 2025

Round-up: Ferrari feared Leclerc wouldn’t finish race says Vasseur, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Ferrari feared Leclerc wouldn’t finish race says Vasseur, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F3: Ferrari junior Rafael Camara wins Hungaroring race to secure championship title - F1technical.net

In challenging conditions, Ferrari Academy member Rafael Camara claimed his fourth victory of the F3 season in Sunday's Mogyoród F3 Feature Race to seal the drivers' championship, with the season-closing Monza round still to go.

Read more: F3: Ferrari junior Rafael Camara wins Hungaroring race to secure championship title - F1technical.net

'He definitely has it', so why did Hamilton say he was useless? - BBC Sport

Lewis Hamilton insists he "still loves" Formula 1 after his most challenging weekend of his Ferrari career so far at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Read more: 'He definitely has it', so why did Hamilton say he was useless? - BBC Sport

Why Verstappen didn’t get through the midfield the way Red Bull expected: Race data | 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix interactive data - RaceFans

Red Bull expected Max Verstappen to make rapid progress from eighth on the grid, so how did he end up finishing ninth? Here's all the race data.

Read more: Why Verstappen didn’t get through the midfield the way Red Bull expected: Race data | 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix interactive data - RaceFans

Saturday, August 2, 2025

Hamilton offers a heartbreaking verdict on his qualifying performance at the Hungaroring - F1technical.net

Following last Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix where he was voted Driver of the Day for his brilliant recovery drive, Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton endured a tough qualifying session at the Hungaroring, ending up only 12th fastest.

Read more: Hamilton offers a heartbreaking verdict on his qualifying performance at the Hungaroring - F1technical.net

F1 has its closest top four on a grid for 64 years – at least: Qualifying data | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Charles Leclerc, Oscar Piastri, Lando Norris and George Russell qualified as the closest top four drivers on a Formula 1 grid since 1961.

Read more: F1 has its closest top four on a grid for 64 years – at least: Qualifying data | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Friday, August 1, 2025

"A big, big struggle with the balance of the car," claims Hamilton after opening day ... - F1technical.net

Despite having posted several encouraging sector times across the opening practice sessions, Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he has suffered from balance issues behind the wheel of his SF-25 on Friday at the Hungaroring.

Read more: "A big, big struggle with the balance of the car," claims Hamilton after opening day ... - F1technical.net

Red Bull warned over “unsafe release” after Verstappen throws towel from cockpit | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Max Verstappen avoided a penalty for throwing a towel from his car during practice but the stewards issued a formal warning to his Red Bull team.

Read more: Red Bull warned over “unsafe release” after Verstappen throws towel from cockpit | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Thursday, July 31, 2025

Verstappen reveals what he wants to achieve at the Hungaroring at his 200th F1 race - F1technical.net

Hot on the heels of his Saturday's sprint victory and a disappointing race at Spa-Francorchamps, four-time F1 champion Max Verstappen has set his sights on finding a good balance for his car as he expects the qualifying session to play a race-deciding role at the Hungaroring.

Read more: Verstappen reveals what he wants to achieve at the Hungaroring at his 200th F1 race - F1technical.net

"If my boat is next to Toto's then the boat is next to Toto's", Verstappen addresses ... - F1technical.net

Ahead of this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix, reigning champion Max Verstappen has reveal during the media day at the Hungaroring that he will remain with his current team, Red Bull for the 2026 F1 season.

Read more: "If my boat is next to Toto's then the boat is next to Toto's", Verstappen addresses ... - F1technical.net

Wednesday, July 30, 2025

Ferrari 'confident' Spa upgrade findings will 'pay off' at Hungarian GP - SkySports F1

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur says he is "confident" that the information Ferrari gathered by debuting their latest upgrades at the Belgian Grand Prix will "pay off" at this weekend's Hungarian Grand Prix.

Read more: Ferrari 'confident' Spa upgrade findings will 'pay off' at Hungarian GP - SkySports F1

Hamilton reveals that he has "called on lots of meetings" at Ferrari's Maranello ... - F1technical.net

Confirming his commitment and desire to succeed with Ferrari, the seven-time F1 champion has revealed that he has "called on lots of meetings" at Ferrari's Maranello factory recently.

Read more: Hamilton reveals that he has "called on lots of meetings" at Ferrari's Maranello ... - F1technical.net