Tuesday, November 25, 2025

What factors will decide thrilling F1 title race? - SkySports F1

Just two rounds remain in the 2025 Formula 1 season with Lando Norris leading the Drivers' Championship by 24 points over Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen.

Read more: What factors will decide thrilling F1 title race? - SkySports F1

Round-up: F1 has ‘shown it doesn’t need an American driver to be successful’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Also in Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up, ESPN claims a viewership record for last weekend's Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Read more: Round-up: F1 has ‘shown it doesn’t need an American driver to be successful’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

“He’s taking the p***”: Full transcript from Norris’s fruitless pursuit of Verstappen | Formula 1 - RaceFans

McLaren’s plank wear problems likely meant that Lando Norris’s pursuit of victory in Las Vegas was always going to be futile. However the team urged him on as usual, telling him to pass George Russell and go off in pursuit of leader Max Verstappen. Norris was sceptical of their chances and Red Bull appeared to … Continue reading “He’s taking the p***”: Full transcript from Norris’s fruitless pursuit of Verstappen

Read more: “He’s taking the p***”: Full transcript from Norris’s fruitless pursuit of Verstappen | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Monday, November 24, 2025

'Pretty embarrassing' - Norris vows to learn from 'punchy' Verstappen duel - SkySports F1

Lando Norris says his start at the Las Vegas Grand Prix was "pretty embarrassing" and vows to learn from his "punchy" move against Max Verstappen.

Read more: 'Pretty embarrassing' - Norris vows to learn from 'punchy' Verstappen duel - SkySports F1

George Russell explains steering issue that derailed his Las Vegas GP victory charge - Motorsport.com

George Russell has revealed that he was battling a steering issue during the Las Vegas Grand Prix. 
After starting from fourth on the grid, the British driver crossed the line to finish the race in third, but a disqualification for Lando Norris meant he was classified in second.
While it was overall a positive race for Russell, he told the media after the race that he was fighting against a ...Keep reading

Read more: George Russell explains steering issue that derailed his Las Vegas GP victory charge - Motorsport.com

Sunday, November 23, 2025

Piastri urges McLaren to "reset and refocus" after shock result at Las Vegas - F1technical.net

Reflecting on McLaren's shock result at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Oscar Piastri urged the Woking-based outfit to "reset" before the action continues at next weekend's round in Qatar.

Read more: Piastri urges McLaren to "reset and refocus" after shock result at Las Vegas - F1technical.net

F1 title odds slashed as McLaren Las Vegas DSQ drags Lando Norris back towards Max Verstappen - Motorsport.com

The betting odds surrounding the 2025 Formula 1 drivers' championship have taken a hit following the dramatic disqualification of the McLaren team after the Las Vegas Grand Prix. While Lando Norris remains at the top of the standings going into the Qatar race week, Max Verstappen's current form sees him closer in both points and odds.
Leading sportsbooks have adjusted their lines after the ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 title odds slashed as McLaren Las Vegas DSQ drags Lando Norris back towards Max Verstappen - Motorsport.com

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Las Vegas F1 fans split over Lando Norris and Max Verstappen for driver of the year - Motorsport.com

Content creator Daniel Mac arrived at the paddock of the Las Vegas Grand Prix with one question for fans of the championship: Who is your driver of the year? And it's no surprise that answers were split between Oscar Piastri, Max Verstappen, and Lando Norris.
One name popped up more than others, but even with just three races left at the time of writing, the jury is still out among ...Keep reading

Read more: Las Vegas F1 fans split over Lando Norris and Max Verstappen for driver of the year - Motorsport.com

Mercedes’ Pin clinches F1 Academy title in final-race decider - SkySports F1

Doriane Pin has become F1 Academy champion after the Mercedes driver secured the result she needed in the final race of the season in Las Vegas to beat Maya Weug to the title.

Read more: Mercedes’ Pin clinches F1 Academy title in final-race decider - SkySports F1

Round-up: Sainz ‘though I had pole for a moment’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Sainz ‘though I had pole for a moment’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday, November 20, 2025

Wednesday, November 19, 2025

Lando Norris unveils art-inspired helmet for 150th F1 start at Las Vegas GP - Motorsport.com

McLaren's Lando Norris has revealed a special helmet ahead of the 2025 Las Vegas Grand Prix, celebrating the work of contemporary artist Werner Bronkhorst alongside the driver's 150th Formula 1 start. 
The design revolves around the 'Art in Motion' pop-up art-based experience that's heading to the Las Vegas Strip and is the result of a project between the championship leader and Bronkhorst ...Keep reading

Read more: Lando Norris unveils art-inspired helmet for 150th F1 start at Las Vegas GP - Motorsport.com

Top 10: Most controversial penalty calls during a Formula 1 title fight | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Oscar Piastri's Brazilian Grand Prix penalty was a blow to his title hopes. Which other stewards' calls had the biggest effect on a title fight?

Read more: Top 10: Most controversial penalty calls during a Formula 1 title fight | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Monday, November 17, 2025

Former Williams chief defends McLaren F1 driver management - Motorsport.com

McLaren's approach to managing its drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, was defended by former Williams team principal Claire Williams.
The Woking outfit has famously decided not to back an individual driver in the drivers' championship and has instead allowed both Norris and Piastri to fight it out on track, with the proviso that they don't crash into each other.
While they have managed ...Keep reading

Read more: Former Williams chief defends McLaren F1 driver management - Motorsport.com

F1 announces "Fortnite" partnership: Release date and how to get your favourite team's skin - Motorsport.com

Formula 1 has announced a new partnership with Epic Games' Fortnite. 
Emily Prazer, F1 chief commercial officer, said: “This innovative collaboration with Fortnite is yet another way Formula 1 is connecting with fans and appearing in places you wouldn’t expect it to. We’re obsessed with finding new and exciting ways to engage with our audiences that make our sport sit alongside their ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 announces "Fortnite" partnership: Release date and how to get your favourite team's skin - Motorsport.com

Sunday, November 16, 2025

'Our worst race' - Norris admits Vegas concern as Mercedes hope for 2024 repeat - SkySports F1

Lando Norris has admitted he is "not looking forward to" the Las Vegas Grand Prix due to concerns McLaren could struggle again at the street circuit.

Read more: 'Our worst race' - Norris admits Vegas concern as Mercedes hope for 2024 repeat - SkySports F1

Round-up: FIA confirms Ben Sulayem as only candidate for president, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: FIA confirms Ben Sulayem as only candidate for president, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Williams announces 2026 F1 Miami Grand Prix grandstand takeover - Motorsport.com

Williams has announced that it will be taking over a grandstand at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix.
Fans of the Grove outfit will have the opportunity to purchase tickets for the grandstand, which will include a special edition Atlassian Williams Racing cap and team flag and an entry to win a meet and greet with either Alex Albon or Carlos Sainz at the team's fan zone in Downtown ...Keep reading

Read more: Williams announces 2026 F1 Miami Grand Prix grandstand takeover - Motorsport.com

Poll: Should F1 force drivers to make two pit stops per race? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Would increasing the number of mandatory pit stops from one to two improve the racing in Formula 1? Have your say in this week's poll.

Read more: Poll: Should F1 force drivers to make two pit stops per race? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

“F1 Insider: Notes from the Pit Lane” – Ted Kravitz’s new F1 book reviewed | Review - RaceFans

If you've been waiting for Formula 1 books by paddock pundits they've arrived like proverbial buses: Ted Kravitz and Alex Jacques have both penned titles.

Read more: “F1 Insider: Notes from the Pit Lane” – Ted Kravitz’s new F1 book reviewed | Review - RaceFans

Friday, November 14, 2025

Round-up: F1 75 presenter was told ‘you can’t talk about Briatore’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 75 presenter was told ‘you can’t talk about Briatore’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Zak Brown: McLaren won't let emotion derail F1 title fight - Motorsport.com

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has confirmed the Woking outfit will not let emotion change its approach in the drivers' championship fight despite the rising pressure. 
McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, along with Red Bull's Max Verstappen, are all still in contention for the drivers' title with three rounds remaining. Norris currently leads by 24 points over his team-mate, who ...Keep reading

Read more: Zak Brown: McLaren won't let emotion derail F1 title fight - Motorsport.com

F1 announces Grammy award-winning artist as 2026 British GP headline act - Motorsport.com

Formula 1 has confirmed that world-renowned DJ David Guetta will headline the 2026 British Grand Prix. 
Taking place on the Thursday evening, the performance will form part of the Frenchman's global MONOLITH tour next summer, and will also be his only UK performance.
Guetta said: “I’ve played some incredible shows around the world, but performing at Silverstone during the British Grand ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 announces Grammy award-winning artist as 2026 British GP headline act - Motorsport.com

This is the best generation of F1 drivers in history, McLaren team boss claims - Motorsport.com

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella believes Formula 1’s current driver crop is better than ever, as his drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri battle for the world title.
No fewer than 10 current drivers – half the field – are grand prix winners, with 10 polesitters and a whopping 15 podium finishers. That’s everyone but Yuki Tsunoda and rookies Oliver Bearman, Liam Lawson, Gabriel ...Keep reading

Read more: This is the best generation of F1 drivers in history, McLaren team boss claims - Motorsport.com

Verstappen is eighth F1 driver to race from pits to podium: Brazilian GP stats | 2025 Brazilian Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Max Verstappen became the eighth driver in Formula 1 history to take a podium finish from the pit lane. Here are all the Brazilian Grand Prix stats.

Read more: Verstappen is eighth F1 driver to race from pits to podium: Brazilian GP stats | 2025 Brazilian Grand Prix stats and facts - RaceFans

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Passion or poison? When sporting etiquette crosses the line - SkySports F1

Sport thrives on emotion. Rivalries, chants, celebrations are all part of its heartbeat. But recent flashpoints across different sports have raised a pressing question: when does passion become hostility - and what effect does it have on our sportsmen and sportswomen?

Read more: Passion or poison? When sporting etiquette crosses the line - SkySports F1

Round-up: Antonelli’s change of approach is paying off say Mercedes, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Also in Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up, two people broke into Renault's F1 engine facility without taking anything.

Read more: Round-up: Antonelli’s change of approach is paying off say Mercedes, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hamilton convinced Ferrari “hardships” will lead to “something extraordinary” | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton remains convinced his move to Ferrari will ultimately pay off following another frustrating weekend at Interlagos.

Read more: Hamilton convinced Ferrari “hardships” will lead to “something extraordinary” | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Wolff: What Verstappen defence showed about Antonelli - SkySports F1

Toto Wolff believes Kimi Antonelli showed an example of "what's to come" in his career after the Italian teenager produced the best weekend of his rookie season at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

Read more: Wolff: What Verstappen defence showed about Antonelli - SkySports F1

Round-up: Wolff to sell portion of stake valuing Mercedes F1 team at $6bn, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Also in Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up, Red Bull junior driver Nikola Tsolov will make an early debut in Formula 2 this year.

Read more: Round-up: Wolff to sell portion of stake valuing Mercedes F1 team at $6bn, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wolff to sell stake valuing Mercedes F1 at £4.6bn - BBC Sport

Toto Wolff is in advanced talks to sell part of his shareholding in the Mercedes Formula 1 team, with the proposed sale valuing the team at a record £4.6bn.

Read more: Wolff to sell stake valuing Mercedes F1 at £4.6bn - BBC Sport

Norris ‘not looking forward’ to Las Vegas GP: ‘We were miles off last year’ | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Lando Norris expects it will be difficult to continue his winning run at the next round in Las Vegas as McLaren have "never been good at" the track.

Read more: Norris ‘not looking forward’ to Las Vegas GP: ‘We were miles off last year’ | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Saturday, November 8, 2025

Piastri "still got the belief" for F1 title fight despite Brazil GP woes - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Oscar Piastri says he's "still got the belief" he can win the 2025 Formula 1 world championship even if he continues to struggle to match team-mate and rival Lando Norris.
Piastri led Norris by 34 points after the latter's Dutch GP retirement at the end of August, but has since seen his lead evaporate due to a non-score of his own in Baku, and two off-the-pace weekends in Austin and ...Keep reading

Read more: Piastri "still got the belief" for F1 title fight despite Brazil GP woes - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Friday, November 7, 2025

Verstappen details "rubbish" F1 Brazil GP sprint qualifying - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Max Verstappen says his Brazilian Grand Prix sprint qualifying was "just rubbish" after being restricted to sixth place in a Red Bull Formula 1 car that lacked grip and suffered over the bumps.
Verstappen and team-mate Yuki Tsunoda both appeared to struggle for grip around the newly resurfaced 4.3km Interlagos circuit, with Tsunoda dumped out in SQ1 while Verstappen only made it to the top 10 ...Keep reading

Read more: Verstappen details "rubbish" F1 Brazil GP sprint qualifying - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Thursday, November 6, 2025

Russell: Lack of penalties over corner-cutting was ‘especially unfair for Lewis’ | Formula 1 - RaceFans

George Russell believes Lewis Hamilton was particularly disadvantaged by race control's inaction over drivers cutting the first corner at the Mexican Grand Prix.

Read more: Russell: Lack of penalties over corner-cutting was ‘especially unfair for Lewis’ | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Jack Doohan set for Super Formula move as F1 return chances fade - Motorsport.com

Jack Doohan appears set for a place on Toyota’s Super Formula roster next year as part of a programme that could involve Formula 1 reserve duties outside of Alpine.
The Australian driver, who was demoted to reserve status by Alpine after the first six races of the current F1 season in favour of Franco Colapinto, has been strongly linked with a seat at the Toyota-powered Kondo Racing outfit in ...Keep reading

Read more: Jack Doohan set for Super Formula move as F1 return chances fade - Motorsport.com

Top five, bottom five: Formula 1 tracks which held a season finale | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Interlagos is one of 20 tracks which held a Formula 1 season finale. Was it the best - and which was the worst? Here's our pick of the top five and bottom five.

Read more: Top five, bottom five: Formula 1 tracks which held a season finale | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Monday, November 3, 2025

Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari partnership with Riccardo Adami "lacks chemistry", says former driver - Motorsport.com

Lewis Hamilton’s relationship with his Ferrari race engineer Riccardo Adami has come under scrutiny from former driver Robert Doornbos, who has claimed that there is “no chemistry” between the two. 
The seven-time Formula 1 champion joined Ferrari ahead of the 2025 season after a successful 12-year stint with Mercedes. Hamilton has taken some time to adjust to the new team and while he ...Keep reading

Read more: Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari partnership with Riccardo Adami "lacks chemistry", says former driver - Motorsport.com

F1 paddock reacts to Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux's engagement - Motorsport.com

The Formula 1 community has reacted to Charles Leclerc's engagement to his long-term partner, Alexandra Saint Mleux.
The couple announced the news on Sunday, 2 November 2025, with a post on Instagram that has already amassed 6.3 million likes. The announcement quickly drew the attention of those within the F1 paddock and fans. 
While details have been kept private for obvious reasons, the ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 paddock reacts to Charles Leclerc and Alexandra Saint Mleux's engagement - Motorsport.com

Sunday, November 2, 2025

F1 Halloween round-up: From Lando Norris’s nod to MotoGP rider to Liam Lawson's NASCAR look - Motorsport.com

In a rare weekend off between the Mexico and Brazil Grands Prix, some of the Formula 1 drivers took the opportunity to join in with the Halloween celebrations, while others used the time to catch up with their loved ones.
From Lando Norris's MotoGP-inspired look to Yuki Tsunoda's subtle nod to Racing Bulls's Liam Lawson, and Charles Leclerc's huge engagement announcement, this is what the ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Halloween round-up: From Lando Norris’s nod to MotoGP rider to Liam Lawson's NASCAR look - Motorsport.com

Lewis Hamilton refutes 'distraction' claims as off-track ventures power his Ferrari F1 focus - Motorsport.com

Ferrari Formula 1 driver Lewis Hamilton has responded to critics who brand his ventures away from the championship as distractions.
The seven-time champion, who made his F1 debut in 2007, has worked to branch out into other areas alongside his racing career. Other business ventures of his have included co-founding the vegan restaurant chain Neat Burger, launching Team X44 in the Extreme E ...Keep reading

Read more: Lewis Hamilton refutes 'distraction' claims as off-track ventures power his Ferrari F1 focus - Motorsport.com

Round-up: Senna’s first home race-winning car goes on sale, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Also in Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up, why Susie Wolff says it was "quite an easy decision" to bring a lawsuit against the FIA.

Read more: Round-up: Senna’s first home race-winning car goes on sale, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Cadillac F1 test driver Herta set to dovetail his maiden F2 campaign with IMSA - F1technical.net

Cadillac Formula 1 Team test driver Colton Herta will dovetail his maiden F2 campaig with endurace racing, rejoining Wayne Taylor Racing for three IMSA races.

Read more: Cadillac F1 test driver Herta set to dovetail his maiden F2 campaign with IMSA - F1technical.net

Saturday, November 1, 2025

Friday, October 31, 2025

How has Aston Martin settled its financial breach with the FIA? - F1technical.net

Although the FIA announced that nine F1 teams were found in compliance with the 2024 financial regulations, the governing body revealed that a procedural breach was identified for Aston Martin.

Read more: How has Aston Martin settled its financial breach with the FIA? - F1technical.net

Round-up: F1 should start planning rules for 2035 now says Vasseur, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 should start planning rules for 2035 now says Vasseur, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Mekies praises Red Bull "for never giving up" on a tough weekend - F1technical.net

On the back of a challenging weekend at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, Red Bull team boss Laurent Mekies was left to praise the Milton Keynes-based outfit for not giving up on a weekend when "we have been struggling a bit more than we wanted with the car."

Read more: Mekies praises Red Bull "for never giving up" on a tough weekend - F1technical.net

Norris wants to "keep doing what I'm doing," in the final races of the season - F1technical.net

Hot on the heels of his dominant victory at the Mexico City Grand Prix, McLaren driver Lando Norris reckoned that he wants to "keep doing what I'm doing," in the final races of the season.

Read more: Norris wants to "keep doing what I'm doing," in the final races of the season - F1technical.net

Tuesday, October 28, 2025

"To go side-by-side with Max is a very cool feeling,' claims Bearman - F1technical.net

On the back of his best result in his F1 career, Haas driver Ollie Bearman admitted that it was " a very cool feeling" to go side-by-side with reigning champion Max Verstapppen.

Read more: "To go side-by-side with Max is a very cool feeling,' claims Bearman - F1technical.net

Leclerc reveals why he was particularly delighted with Ferrari's performance in Texas and Mexico - F1technical.net

Having clinched two podium finishes in the last two races in Austin and Texas, Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc revealed that the Scuderia abandoned the development of its 2025 F1 car earlier than its rivals which made his satisfaction even greater after the Italian team's recent resurgence.

Read more: Leclerc reveals why he was particularly delighted with Ferrari's performance in Texas and Mexico - F1technical.net

Verstappen explains his near crash on the opening lap - F1technical.net

Having clinched another podium finish at the Mexico City Grand Prix, reigning champion Max Verstappen admitted that the beginning of his race "was very hectic."

Read more: Verstappen explains his near crash on the opening lap - F1technical.net

Monday, October 27, 2025

Ferrari's "podium is a great surprise," claims Leclerc - F1technical.net

Hot on the heels of his podium finish at the United States Grand Prix, Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc admitted that his second consecutive podium finish was a "great surprise" for him and the Italian team.

Read more: Ferrari's "podium is a great surprise," claims Leclerc - F1technical.net

Round-up: Video shows violence in F1 fan area at Mexican Grand Prix, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Video shows violence in F1 fan area at Mexican Grand Prix, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Verstappen "didn't expect to be on the podium" at the Mexico City Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Reigning champion Max Verstappen admitted that he "didn't expect to be on the podium" at the Mexico City Grand Prix following his performance across the practice sessions when he struggled to keep his tyres alive on a longer distance.

Read more: Verstappen "didn't expect to be on the podium" at the Mexico City Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Norris thinks his Mexico GP display was "just my best performance through a whole weekend" - F1technical.net

Having dominated both qualifying and the 71-lap encounter at the Mexico City Grand Prix, McLaren driver Lando Norris admitted that his display at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez was "just my best performance through a whole weekend."

Read more: Norris thinks his Mexico GP display was "just my best performance through a whole weekend" - F1technical.net

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