Bahrain still pushing to hold cancelled 2026 race in October | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Bahrain's government remains hopeful its cancelled round of this year's world championship can go ahead before the season ends.

Read more: Bahrain still pushing to hold cancelled 2026 race in October | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Things we learnt from Pirelli's post-race Silverstone tyre test - F1technical.net

Following the British Grand Prix weekend, Mercedes and Williams remained at Silverstone for a two-day post-race tyre test with Pirelli, helping the Italian manufacturer continue development of its all-new 2027 Formula 1 slick tyres.

Read more: Things we learnt from Pirelli's post-race Silverstone tyre test - F1technical.net

What did Ferrari learn from becoming the first F1 team to run at the all-new Madring? - F1technical.net

Fresh from a hugely successful British Grand Prix weekend, Ferrari wasted no time turning its attention to Formula 1's next new challenge, becoming the first team to run at Madrid's brand-new Madring circuit during an FIA-sanctioned filming day.

Read more: What did Ferrari learn from becoming the first F1 team to run at the all-new Madring? - F1technical.net

George Russell warns F1 drivers face unknown Spa rain challenge - Motorsport.com

Mercedes driver George Russell has warned that Formula 1 drivers face a completely unpredictable challenge when there is finally a wet race this season, admitting it is virtually impossible to properly prepare for running the 2026 machinery in wet conditions.
Russell was speaking following a dramatic but dry British Grand Prix at Silverstone, where he salvaged a second-place finish despite ...Keep reading

Read more: George Russell warns F1 drivers face unknown Spa rain challenge - Motorsport.com

Sainz calls poor British Grand Prix weekend “a wake-up call” for Williams | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Williams' British Grand Prix upgrade "hasn't delivered as expected", admits Carlos Sainz Jnr.

Read more: Sainz calls poor British Grand Prix weekend “a wake-up call” for Williams | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Pato O'Ward 'no longer cares' about chasing a career in Formula 1 - Motorsport.com

The recurring questions about when Pato O’Ward could make the leap to Formula 1 will come to an end, as the Arrow McLaren team driver in IndyCar revealed on Conor Daly's Speed Street podcast that aspirations of reaching the great circus are no longer on his radar, so his objective is completely in the American-based IndyCar Series."I’m grateful for the experiences and everything I’ve learned ...Keep reading

Read more: Pato O'Ward 'no longer cares' about chasing a career in Formula 1 - Motorsport.com

Round-up: No truth to claims of “favouritism” between Mercedes drivers says Russell, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: No truth to claims of “favouritism” between Mercedes drivers says Russell, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Round-up: Wolff wishes Abu Dhabi 2021 had ended like British Grand Prix, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Wolff wishes Abu Dhabi 2021 had ended like British Grand Prix, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Charles Leclerc's British GP win could transform F1 title fight, says Juan Pablo Montoya - Motorsport.com

Juan Pablo Montoya believes the battle for the Formula 1 championship could become "really exciting" if Charles Leclerc can build on his British Grand Prix victory with the same consistency shown by his Ferrari team-mate Lewis Hamilton. 
Leclerc took his first grand prix win of the season, and his first at Silverstone, on Sunday. The Monegasque driver took the lead at the start of the race and ...Keep reading

Read more: Charles Leclerc's British GP win could transform F1 title fight, says Juan Pablo Montoya - Motorsport.com

Kimi Antonelli told key Michael Schumacher lesson he needs to learn in F1 title fight - Motorsport.com

Former Alpine team principal Otmar Szafnauer has claimed that championship leader Kimi Antonelli must learn how to manage a compromised car if he wants to secure titles, drawing comparisons to Michael Schumacher's ability to nurse damaged machinery.
The 19-year-old driver endured a bruising British Grand Prix at Silverstone, finishing 15th. While he looked in contention to fight Charles Leclerc ...Keep reading

Read more: Kimi Antonelli told key Michael Schumacher lesson he needs to learn in F1 title fight - Motorsport.com

Stella hints at major "Hungaroring upgrade" after McLaren were only “fourth ... - F1technical.net

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella conceded that his team were only the fourth-fastest outfit at the British Grand Prix, despite leaving Silverstone with a solid haul of points after Lando Norris finished fourth and Oscar Piastri endured a race-ending first-lap incident.

Read more: Stella hints at major "Hungaroring upgrade" after McLaren were only “fourth ... - F1technical.net

"Everything seemed to go against us," claims Antonelli after his misfortunate race at ... - F1technical.net

"Everything seemed to go against us." That was Andrea Kimi Antonelli's assessment after Sunday's British Grand Prix, which he could have won without his unfortunate technical issue.

Read more: "Everything seemed to go against us," claims Antonelli after his misfortunate race at ... - F1technical.net

How Charles Leclerc rediscovered his mojo to win F1 British GP - Motorsport.com

Charles Leclerc rediscovered his mojo by winning the 2026 Formula 1 British Grand Prix and he has credited behind-the-scenes changes for doing so.
The Ferrari driver overtook Mercedes polesitter Kimi Antonelli on lap one for his first victory since the 2024 United States Grand Prix and the ninth of his career.
It put an end to a recent poor run in the 2026 campaign where he had just four ...Keep reading

Read more: How Charles Leclerc rediscovered his mojo to win F1 British GP - Motorsport.com

F1TECH: The upgrades Ferrari brought to Silverstone - F1technical.net

Ferrari has continued its steady development push into the heart of the 2026 Formula 1 season with another targeted aerodynamic and thermal efficiency upgrade, this time focused on the rear corner of the SF-26 ahead of the British Grand Prix at Silverstone.

Read more: F1TECH: The upgrades Ferrari brought to Silverstone - F1technical.net

Martin Brundle declares Kimi Antonelli the driver to beat after Silverstone sprint win - Motorsport.com

Sky Sports Formula 1 analyst Martin Brundle has argued that Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli is now the clear benchmark in the 2026 championship after an impressive sprint race victory at Silverstone.
Antonelli, now in his second season in the series, has emerged as the man to beat. The 19-year-old became the youngest driver to lead the standings after back-to-back wins at the Chinese and ...Keep reading

Read more: Martin Brundle declares Kimi Antonelli the driver to beat after Silverstone sprint win - Motorsport.com

Lando Norris reveals how winning F1 championship changed him - Motorsport.com

Reigning Formula 1 champion Lando Norris believes securing his maiden title has made him a more relaxed and confident driver.
Speaking on the F1 Beyond The Grid podcast, the McLaren driver detailed the mental shift that followed his championship victory. After dedicating his whole career to reaching the milestone, Norris said achieving the goal gave him a new level of confidence.
Asked if he ...Keep reading

Read more: Lando Norris reveals how winning F1 championship changed him - Motorsport.com

F1MATHS: What do the numbers reveal about the intra-team battle between Hamilton and Leclerc? - F1technical.net

When Lewis Hamilton made the blockbuster move to Ferrari last year, one of the biggest storylines of the 2025 Formula 1 season became his intra-team battle with Charles Leclerc.

Read more: F1MATHS: What do the numbers reveal about the intra-team battle between Hamilton and Leclerc? - F1technical.net

F1MATHS: How the boxplot diagramm reveals Ferrari's pace deficit at Spielberg - F1technical.net

Ferrari’s Austrian Grand Prix performance can be understood only by stitching together the hard numbers from the race‑pace data with the operational and strategic missteps described by the team and drivers. Before the attention turns to this weekend's British Grand Prix, F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers his post-race analysis from the Red Bull Ring.

Read more: F1MATHS: How the boxplot diagramm reveals Ferrari's pace deficit at Spielberg - F1technical.net

British GP storylines to look out for as Sprint weekend returns - SkySports F1

As Formula 1's European summer run continues at the home of the first World Championship event - the British Grand Prix at Silverstone - Sky Sports F1 takes a look at the key talking points ahead of Sunday's race.

Read more: British GP storylines to look out for as Sprint weekend returns - SkySports F1

Williams unveil stunning Union Jack-inspired livery for home British Grand Prix - F1technical.net

Williams have revealed a special one-off livery that will adorn the FW48 at this weekend's British Grand Prix, with the Grove-based outfit celebrating its proud British heritage ahead of the team's 50th anniversary.

Read more: Williams unveil stunning Union Jack-inspired livery for home British Grand Prix - F1technical.net

F1TECH: The upgrade package that should turn Aston Martin's season around from the Hungarian ... - F1technical.net

Aston Martin has endured a miserable opening half of the 2026 Formula 1 season, with the Silverstone-based outfit languishing at the back of the grid and, at times, even trailing newcomer Cadillac in outright performance.

Read more: F1TECH: The upgrade package that should turn Aston Martin's season around from the Hungarian ... - F1technical.net

Round-up: Silverstone only suitable venue for F1 in UK says Domenicali and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Silverstone only suitable venue for F1 in UK says Domenicali and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Williams plans “almost entirely new car” by Azerbaijan GP - Motorsport.com

Williams team principal James Vowles says an “almost entirely new car” will arrive by the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in late September.
The Grove-based squad has endured an underwhelming start to F1’s new era, especially having spent so much of its efforts focused on preparing for 2026 last year, as its FW48 was completed late and overweight.
The weight issue and lack of quick ...Keep reading

Read more: Williams plans “almost entirely new car” by Azerbaijan GP - Motorsport.com

Slow Silverstone, home win hopes and more talking points for the 2026 British Grand Prix | Formula 1 - RaceFans

British drivers swept the podium places two rounds ago - will they do the same at their home event? Here are five talking points for the British Grand Prix.

Read more: Slow Silverstone, home win hopes and more talking points for the 2026 British Grand Prix | Formula 1 - RaceFans

‘They need to be running out of money soon' – Wolff questions Ferrari upgrades - SkySports F1

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff doubts Ferrari will be able to maintain their current scale of car development through the season against the constraints of Formula 1's budget cap, reckoning they should be "running out of money soon".

Read more: ‘They need to be running out of money soon' – Wolff questions Ferrari upgrades - SkySports F1

Round-up: Russell praises Wolff’s commitment to staff through Mercedes’ lean spell, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Russell praises Wolff’s commitment to staff through Mercedes’ lean spell, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Button: Why Hamilton should be confident of Silverstone victory chances - SkySports F1

Lewis Hamilton will arrive at this weekend's British Grand Prix confident that he can win on home soil, according to his former team-mate Jenson Button.

Read more: Button: Why Hamilton should be confident of Silverstone victory chances - SkySports F1

How does Aston Martin assess its tough weekend in Spielberg? - F1technical.net

Aston Martin endured another disappointing weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix as the Silverstone-based team once again found itself rooted to the back of the field.

Read more: How does Aston Martin assess its tough weekend in Spielberg? - F1technical.net

Round-up: Vettel reveals he ‘didn’t want to race’ after Hubert’s fatal 2019 crash, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Vettel reveals he ‘didn’t want to race’ after Hubert’s fatal 2019 crash, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Red Bull's Austrian GP upgrade package compared to "B-spec" F1 car by former mechanic - Motorsport.com

Red Bull's extensive Austrian Grand Prix upgrade package felt like a "B-spec" car, according to the team's former mechanic Calum Nicholas, who suspects a hidden weight reduction programme played a big part in the team's return to form.
The Milton Keynes outfit arrived at the Red Bull Ring with a substantial list of updates. The official FIA documentation listed seven modifications, heavily ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull's Austrian GP upgrade package compared to "B-spec" F1 car by former mechanic - Motorsport.com

"Keeping things simple," claims Russell after his second win of the season - F1technical.net

The Austrian Grand Prix marked a welcome return to the top step of the podium for George Russell, who responded in the best possible way after several difficult race weekends.

Read more: "Keeping things simple," claims Russell after his second win of the season - F1technical.net

Russell's win showed 'maturity and experience' - BBC Sport

BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson says the manner of George Russell's victory in the Austrian Grand Prix will the give the Mercedes driver confidence heading into his home race at Silverstone.

Read more: Russell's win showed 'maturity and experience' - BBC Sport

Single yellow flag was “correct” reaction to Verstappen’s crash – Russell | Formula 1 - RaceFans

George Russell said "common sense prevailed" after he kept pole position for the Austrian Grand Prix despite passing the scene of Max Verstappen's crash on his fastest lap.

Read more: Single yellow flag was “correct” reaction to Verstappen’s crash – Russell | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Gasly: “The timeline is as soon as possible” as Alpine targets steady climb back to the front - F1technical.net

Ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Pierre Gasly offered an optimistic assessment of Alpine’s long‑term ambitions, responding to recent comments from Executive Advisor Flavio Briatore, who refused to set a public timeline for returning the team to championship contention.

Read more: Gasly: “The timeline is as soon as possible” as Alpine targets steady climb back to the front - F1technical.net

"The car felt competitive from the outset," Mercedes driver hail their W17's ... - F1technical.net

Mercedes enjoyed its most encouraging Friday at the Austrian Grand Prix in several years as Kimi Antonelli topped both practice sessions and George Russell consistently featured near the front, giving the Brackley-based team confidence that it can fight for pole position at the Red Bull Ring.

Read more: "The car felt competitive from the outset," Mercedes driver hail their W17's ... - F1technical.net

McLaren think "Mercedes will be a step ahead" in the remainder of the Spielberg weekend - F1technical.net

McLaren emerged from Friday's practice sessions at the Austrian Grand Prix feeling quietly optimistic after both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri demonstrated encouraging pace, despite an interrupted start to the weekend for Norris and the team deciding not to run an experimental front wing it had brought to the Red Bull Ring.

Read more: McLaren think "Mercedes will be a step ahead" in the remainder of the Spielberg weekend - F1technical.net

Round-up: FIA abolishes term limits for presidents, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: FIA abolishes term limits for presidents, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Mercedes set to introduce non-ADUO reliability updates to its power unit in Austria - F1technical.net

Mercedes has moved to stabilise its power unit package after two race‑ending failures for George Russell in Canada and Andrea Kimi Antonelli in Barcelona were traced to the same vulnerable area of the battery pack.

Read more: Mercedes set to introduce non-ADUO reliability updates to its power unit in Austria - F1technical.net

Lewis Hamilton's Barcelona win draws Ferrari warning from Guenther Steiner - Motorsport.com

Guenther Steiner has warned Ferrari against getting carried away following Lewis Hamilton's spectacular maiden victory for the Maranello outfit at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. 
Hamilton and Ferrari perfectly executed a three-stop strategy in Barcelona to secure Ferrari's first win of the season and the first non-Mercedes victory of 2026. 
While Hamilton's resurgence has inevitably ...Keep reading

Read more: Lewis Hamilton's Barcelona win draws Ferrari warning from Guenther Steiner - Motorsport.com

Time for the 'McLarena'? Front-runners confirm upgrades for Austria - SkySports F1

McLaren expressed optimism over being in "the fight at the front" at this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix as they confirmed the introduction of an "experimental rear wing" on the MCL40.

Read more: Time for the 'McLarena'? Front-runners confirm upgrades for Austria - SkySports F1

F1MATHS: The 0.086 per cent that confirm Ferrari's improvements at Barcelona - F1technical.net

Following an up-and-down start to the new technical era of Formula One, Ferrari has slowly gained momentum in recent races, culminating in Lewis Hamilton's maiden F1 victory with the Italian outfit.

Read more: F1MATHS: The 0.086 per cent that confirm Ferrari's improvements at Barcelona - F1technical.net

Round-up: Changes to Red Bull Ring pit lane to accommodate extra garages, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Changes to Red Bull Ring pit lane to accommodate extra garages, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Guenther Steiner warns Toto Wolff will use Mercedes team orders if Ferrari threat grows - Motorsport.com

Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner believes Mercedes boss Toto Wolff will not shy away from imposing team orders if Ferrari and seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton emerge as a genuine threat for the constructors' and drivers' championships.
Following a strong comeback performance by Ferrari at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, where Hamilton secured his maiden win with the ...Keep reading

Read more: Guenther Steiner warns Toto Wolff will use Mercedes team orders if Ferrari threat grows - Motorsport.com

Round-up: Sky F1 presenter reveals “horrific” social media abuse over Verstappen interview, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Sky F1 presenter reveals “horrific” social media abuse over Verstappen interview, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1MATHS - Key numbers behind Formula One's Net Zero targets - F1technical.net

Formula One has confirmed that it remains firmly on course to meet its Net Zero 2030 commitment, reporting a 35% reduction in its carbon footprint compared to the 2018 baseline.

Read more: F1MATHS - Key numbers behind Formula One's Net Zero targets - F1technical.net

What compounds will drivers have at their disposal at Spielberg and Silverstone? - F1technical.net

Pirelli has confirmed its tyre choices for the next two rounds of the Formula 1 World Championship, selecting opposite ends of its compound range for the Austrian and British Grands Prix.

Read more: What compounds will drivers have at their disposal at Spielberg and Silverstone? - F1technical.net

Mercedes to discuss Antonelli-Russell battles amid Hamilton title threat - SkySports F1

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says the team will discuss how Kimi Antonelli and George Russell race each other going forward due to the possible championship threat from Lewis Hamilton.

Read more: Mercedes to discuss Antonelli-Russell battles amid Hamilton title threat - SkySports F1

Round-up: Lawson sheds new light on “crazy” set-up he ran in final Red Bull race, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Lawson sheds new light on “crazy” set-up he ran in final Red Bull race, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

George Russell opens up on close Toto Wolff bond amid Mercedes F1 title fight - Motorsport.com

George Russell has opened up about his relationship with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, reflecting on a 12-year journey that recently culminated in his 100th grand prix start for the Brackley outfit.
Russell became a member of the Mercedes Junior Team in 2017 and signed for the Williams Formula 1 team in 2019. He stood in for seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes at the 2020 ...Keep reading

Read more: George Russell opens up on close Toto Wolff bond amid Mercedes F1 title fight - Motorsport.com

Is there any fair solution to Formula 1’s Monaco Grand Prix mess? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Can it ever be fair to cancel some incorrect penalties but others? Should the Monaco Grand Prix result be cancelled entirely? Give your view on how Formula 1 should fix its latest mess.

Read more: Is there any fair solution to Formula 1’s Monaco Grand Prix mess? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Round-up: ‘Safety net’ engine solution for F1 is ‘worthwhile objective’ says Tombazis, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: ‘Safety net’ engine solution for F1 is ‘worthwhile objective’ says Tombazis, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Caption Competition 293: Hadjar’s trophy | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Will Isack Hadjar get to hold onto his Monaco Grand Prix trophy? Share your best caption for this picture in the comments.

Read more: Caption Competition 293: Hadjar’s trophy | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Round-up: Spate of Mercedes power unit failures ‘originate in same part of battery’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Spate of Mercedes power unit failures ‘originate in same part of battery’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton Ferrari win draws Michael Schumacher comparison after Barcelona F1 victory - Motorsport.com

Lewis Hamilton's first Formula 1 grand prix victory with Ferrari at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix has drawn comparisons with fellow seven-time champion Michael Schumacher.
F1 journalist and host of the press conferences Tom Clarkson noted a "lovely symmetry" between the Briton's triumph and Schumacher's maiden win for the Maranello outfit. 
Speaking on the F1 Nation podcast, Clarkson ...Keep reading

Read more: Lewis Hamilton Ferrari win draws Michael Schumacher comparison after Barcelona F1 victory - Motorsport.com

Claire Williams: George Russell deserves F1 title but bad luck may stick - Motorsport.com

Former Williams deputy team principal Claire Williams has shared concerns that George Russell could fall victim to a persistent streak of "bad luck" in Formula 1, potentially jeopardising his chances of ever securing a championship title.
Speaking on the High Performance Racing podcast alongside broadcaster Jake Humphrey, former F1 engineer Rob Smedley and former Alpine team principal Otmar ...Keep reading

Read more: Claire Williams: George Russell deserves F1 title but bad luck may stick - Motorsport.com

Ferrari told to prioritise Lewis Hamilton for chance at 2026 F1 title - Motorsport.com

1997 Formula 1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has argued that Ferrari must throw its full weight behind Lewis Hamilton if the Maranello outfit is to have any chance of winning the 2026 championship, following the British driver's breakthrough victory at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
The seven-time champion secured his maiden grand prix victory as a Ferrari driver in Barcelona, which not only ...Keep reading

Read more: Ferrari told to prioritise Lewis Hamilton for chance at 2026 F1 title - Motorsport.com

Mercedes abandon petition to review Russell’s Monaco Grand Prix penalty | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Mercedes has told the FIA it will not proceed with its request for a review of the result of the Monaco Grand Prix.

Read more: Mercedes abandon petition to review Russell’s Monaco Grand Prix penalty | Formula 1 - RaceFans

"Two weeks ago it was a disaster" - Fred Vasseur brushes aside Lewis Hamilton title talk - Motorsport.com

Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur is not interested in weighing his team's and Lewis Hamilton's title chances, despite the Briton reducing Kimi Antonelli's championship lead with his victory in Barcelona.
Hamilton had already climbed to second in the standings after Monaco and then cut Antonelli's advantage by 25 points in Spain, helped by his own victory and the Italian's retirement.
Read ...Keep reading

Read more: "Two weeks ago it was a disaster" - Fred Vasseur brushes aside Lewis Hamilton title talk - Motorsport.com

F1 should stick with ADUO and avoid “political mess” of Balance of Performance – Wolff | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Formula 1's ADUO is not a Balance of Performance, insisted Mercedes' Toto Wolff: "I get a rash of allergy when talking about BoP."

Read more: F1 should stick with ADUO and avoid “political mess” of Balance of Performance – Wolff | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Round-up: Stevens, Zhou and Arthur Leclerc complete F1 tests, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Stevens, Zhou and Arthur Leclerc complete F1 tests, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Mercedes explains the strategy call and the missed victory - F1technical.net

F1's current dominant force Mercedes arrived at the Barcelona‑Catalunya Grand Prix with the pace to win, the track position to control the race, and both drivers executing cleanly.

Read more: Mercedes explains the strategy call and the missed victory - F1technical.net

Round-up: Madring promoters ready to work through the nights to complete track, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Madring promoters ready to work through the nights to complete track, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Norris had not expected McLaren to fight for a podium at Barcelona - F1technical.net

Lando Norris left the Barcelona‑Catalunya Grand Prix with a result he openly admitted he did not expect: a hard‑earned and intelligently managed third place, his second podium of the season and his first finish in several races.

Read more: Norris had not expected McLaren to fight for a podium at Barcelona - F1technical.net

Mercedes reveal pit crew made ‘incorrect adjustment’ on Russell’s car at last pit stop | Formula 1 - RaceFans

George Russell's final stint in yesterday's race was compromised by his team making a mistake at his final pit stop.

Read more: Mercedes reveal pit crew made ‘incorrect adjustment’ on Russell’s car at last pit stop | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Who slept best last night: Frederic Vasseur - Motorsport.com

Lewis Hamilton's first win for Fred Vasseur's team didn't come in Barcelona on 14 June 2026. It came more than 20 years ago in Formula 3 Euro Series.
Back then, the 20-year-old Hamilton won the opening round at Hockenheim driving for the Frenchman's ASM team, before going on to dominate the season with 15 victories from 20 races. The following year he moved up to GP2, now with the newly formed ...Keep reading

Read more: Who slept best last night: Frederic Vasseur - Motorsport.com

"This is a day I'll never forget," claims Hamilton after his magical maiden Ferrari ... - F1technical.net

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton delivered a landmark performance as he claimed his first victory in Ferrari colours, a triumph built on bold strategy and relentless pace during his last stint.

Read more: "This is a day I'll never forget," claims Hamilton after his magical maiden Ferrari ... - F1technical.net

Has Adrian Newey changed since his McLaren days? - F1technical.net

Aston Martin’s recruitment of Adrian Newey has been one of the defining storylines in the previous F1 season, and few people are better placed to assess the significance of his arrival than Pedro de la Rosa.

Read more: Has Adrian Newey changed since his McLaren days? - F1technical.net

"The upgrade was a good step forward," Leclerc hails Ferrari's Barcelona upgrade package - F1technical.net

Charles Leclerc’s qualifying session for the Barcelona‑Catalunya Grand Prix collapsed in a single, costly moment at Turn 4, ending what had been one of his most convincing Saturdays in weeks.

Read more: "The upgrade was a good step forward," Leclerc hails Ferrari's Barcelona upgrade package - F1technical.net

Round-up: Williams “even further away than expected” says Sainz, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Williams “even further away than expected” says Sainz, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

FP2: Norris pips Russell to set Friday benchmark in second Barcelona practice - F1technical.net

Lando Norris set the benchmark in a demanding and grip‑limited second practice session at the Circuit de Barcelona‑Catalunya, leading George Russell and Oscar Piastri by just 0.057 seconds as the competitive picture for the Barcelona‑Catalunya Grand Prix began to take shape.

Read more: FP2: Norris pips Russell to set Friday benchmark in second Barcelona practice - F1technical.net

Verstappen “surprised” FIA ruled Red Bull have best combustion engine | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Max Verstappen says Red Bull will discuss with the FIA why its rivals will be given extra opportunities to develop their power unit.

Read more: Verstappen “surprised” FIA ruled Red Bull have best combustion engine | Formula 1 - RaceFans

“Stroll the usual idiot”: Aston Martin driver frustrated leaders in Monaco GP | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Andrea Kimi Antonelli slated Lance Stroll's driving during the Monaco Grand Prix while Charles Leclerc called for him to receive a penalty.

Read more: “Stroll the usual idiot”: Aston Martin driver frustrated leaders in Monaco GP | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Why Alpine’s attempt to dispute Monaco result may open a can of worms - Motorsport.com

Pierre Gasly swears he did nothing wrong to earn the two penalties in Monaco that ultimately cost him a podium finish - and that is a very good reason not only to be angry and frustrated, but also to push together with his team to get the race result overturned. Yet, should Alpine’s inquiry deliver a satisfactory outcome, it could open a whole can of worms.
Gasly was not the only driver ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Alpine’s attempt to dispute Monaco result may open a can of worms - Motorsport.com

Clean sweep for Mercedes? McLaren’s real 1,000th start? Eight Catalunya talking points | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Can Mercedes avoid a repeat of 2016 between their battling drivers? Here are eight talking points for the Barcelona-Catalunya GP.

Read more: Clean sweep for Mercedes? McLaren’s real 1,000th start? Eight Catalunya talking points | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Round-up: UK Supreme Court to examine Massa Crashgate legal case, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: UK Supreme Court to examine Massa Crashgate legal case, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Round-up: Formula 2 champion Fornaroli to make F1 practice debut this weekend, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Formula 2 champion Fornaroli to make F1 practice debut this weekend, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

FIA announces hearing as Alpine seeks to get Pierre Gasly's Monaco podium back - Motorsport.com

The FIA has confirmed that Alpine's attempt to overturn the penalties that cost Pierre Gasly a podium finish in the Monaco Grand Prix will be heard later this week.
After the race in Monaco, Alpine issued a statement confirming it had requested a Right of Review from the FIA in an attempt to overturn the result of the grand prix, in which Gasly finished third on the road but lost a podium due ...Keep reading

Read more: FIA announces hearing as Alpine seeks to get Pierre Gasly's Monaco podium back - Motorsport.com

Naomi Schiff spots major Charles Leclerc change after Monaco GP frustration - Motorsport.com

Sky Sports Formula 1 pundit Naomi Schiff believes Charles Leclerc has adopted a far more instructive approach with Ferrari in 2026 following his frustrated radio messages at the Monaco Grand Prix. 
Leclerc's hopes of securing a podium in front of his home crowd were crushed after he crashed into the barriers following a race restart in Monte Carlo. The Monegasque driver claimed issues with his ...Keep reading

Read more: Naomi Schiff spots major Charles Leclerc change after Monaco GP frustration - Motorsport.com

George Russell must beat Kimi Antonelli in Barcelona to save F1 title hopes, says David Coulthard - Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver and broadcaster David Coulthard argued George Russell must defeat his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli at the Spanish Grand Prix in order to keep his 2026 championship dreams alive. 
Antonelli made history on Sunday, becoming the youngest-ever winner of the Monaco Grand Prix. The 19-year-old survived a chaotic race start, a late safety car and the race restart to ...Keep reading

Read more: George Russell must beat Kimi Antonelli in Barcelona to save F1 title hopes, says David Coulthard - Motorsport.com

Why did Pérez lose Cadillac’s first F1 point in Monaco? - F1technical.net

Sergio Pérez’s hard‑earned 10th place in Monaco — which would have delivered Cadillac’s first‑ever Formula 1 point — was wiped away after the stewards imposed a 10‑second time penalty for a grid‑position infringement at the final race restart.

Read more: Why did Pérez lose Cadillac’s first F1 point in Monaco? - F1technical.net

Rivals’ moves were “borderline unacceptable” says Sainz after Hulkenberg’s penalty | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Carlos Sainz Jnr said his rivals took too many risks after Nico Hulkenberg was penalised for colliding with him and Franco Colapinto was cleared.

Read more: Rivals’ moves were “borderline unacceptable” says Sainz after Hulkenberg’s penalty | Formula 1 - RaceFans

Two worrying trends for George Russell as Kimi Antonelli keeps starring in F1 2026 - Motorsport.com

George Russell's costly Canadian Grand Prix retirement, which knocked him 43 points back, showed he would have a Kimi Antonelli-sized problem to deal with this year. His fifth qualifying defeat to a high-flying Italian in Monaco further underlined that problem won't go away any time soon.
Russell had made a strong start to the 2026 Formula 1 season with a pole-to-flag victory in Melbourne, but ...Keep reading

Read more: Two worrying trends for George Russell as Kimi Antonelli keeps starring in F1 2026 - Motorsport.com

Cadillac endure mixed opening day in Monaco as Pérez shows promise and Bottas searches for balance - F1technical.net

Cadillac’s first day of running at the Monaco Grand Prix delivered a blend of promise and frustration. Sergio Pérez impressed early with a strong FP1 performance, but his afternoon was cut short by a brake fire that forced him to stop at Casino Square.

Read more: Cadillac endure mixed opening day in Monaco as Pérez shows promise and Bottas searches for balance - F1technical.net

Hamilton eager to find "more performance" despite his blistering pace on the opening ... - F1technical.net

Lewis Hamilton ended Friday practice for the Monaco Grand Prix as the fastest driver of the day, heading a Ferrari one‑two in FP2 after Charles Leclerc had topped the opening session.

Read more: Hamilton eager to find "more performance" despite his blistering pace on the opening ... - F1technical.net

Ralf Schumacher marries partner Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne in St Tropez ceremony - Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Germany analyst Ralf Schumacher has officially tied the knot with his partner Etienne Bousquet-Cassagne.
The 50-year-old, who spent a decade competing in the championship with teams such as Jordan, Williams and Toyota, earning six grand prix wins, 27 podiums and 329 career points, married Bousquet-Cassagne in St Tropez.
While the couple is set to share a look ...Keep reading

Read more: Ralf Schumacher marries partner Étienne Bousquet-Cassagne in St Tropez ceremony - Motorsport.com

Arvid Lindblad explains why "lavish Monaco stereotype" holds no appeal - Motorsport.com

Racing Bulls Formula 1 driver Arvid Lindblad has revealed why the "lavish Monaco stereotype" is of no interest to him. 
The rookie driver has enjoyed a rapid rise through the motorsport ranks, yet he remains remarkably grounded. Lindblad attributes this level-headed perspective entirely to his family's working-class roots and relentless work ethic. 
Speaking during an interview with Dazed ...Keep reading

Read more: Arvid Lindblad explains why "lavish Monaco stereotype" holds no appeal - Motorsport.com

The 10 things you should know about the F1 Monaco Grand Prix - Motorsport.com

Forget the glitz and glamour of Las Vegas, Abu Dhabi, Singapore or Miami. Formula 1 is back in Europe for what many consider the pinnacle of all F1 races: the Monaco Grand Prix.
After opening the season with trips to Oceania, Asia and North America, Formula 1 has finally returned to Europe, the traditional heartland of the championship. This weekend marks the 83rd running of the Monaco Grand ...Keep reading

Read more: The 10 things you should know about the F1 Monaco Grand Prix - Motorsport.com

F1TECH: What did McLaren Montreal upgrade package include? - F1technical.net

McLaren arrived in Montréal with the second half of its major upgrade package, completing the development cycle that began with the transformative Miami update.

Read more: F1TECH: What did McLaren Montreal upgrade package include? - F1technical.net

Nico Rosberg exposes Michael Schumacher's mind games during Mercedes F1 partnership - Motorsport.com

Nico Rosberg has lifted the lid on his time as seven-time Formula 1 champion Michael Schumacher's team-mate, revealing some of the ways the former Ferrari driver would get a psychological edge over his rivals.
When Mercedes returned to F1 as a works squad in 2010, a young Rosberg found himself paired with the championship's most successful driver at the time.
Speaking on the High Performance ...Keep reading

Read more: Nico Rosberg exposes Michael Schumacher's mind games during Mercedes F1 partnership - Motorsport.com

'Overtaking not impossible' - F1's 2026 cars set to flourish in Monaco - SkySports F1

After much debate about Formula 1's latest set of regulations during the early stages of the season, the 2026 cars could come into their own at this weekend's Monaco Grand Prix.

Read more: 'Overtaking not impossible' - F1's 2026 cars set to flourish in Monaco - SkySports F1

Are Stella and Piastri genuinly intent on leaving McLaren? - F1technical.net

Amid rumours that Andrea Stella and Oscar Piastri are on their way to leave McLaren, the Woking-based outfit's team boss addressed the speculation, dinying such changes.

Read more: Are Stella and Piastri genuinly intent on leaving McLaren? - F1technical.net

Nico Rosberg reveals major mental change behind 2016 Lewis Hamilton clash - Motorsport.com

2016 Formula 1 champion Nico Rosberg has admitted that his infamous on-track collisions with Lewis Hamilton were sometimes the result of a deliberate, psychological decision to stop yielding and shed his natural tendency to be "too nice" on track. 
The 2016 title battle between the Mercedes team-mates remains one of the most fiercely contested intra-team rivalries in the history of the ...Keep reading

Read more: Nico Rosberg reveals major mental change behind 2016 Lewis Hamilton clash - Motorsport.com

Round-up: Mercedes face “several months” wait for Russell’s damage battery, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Mercedes face “several months” wait for Russell’s damage battery, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Oscar Piastri stunned by Isle of Man TT riders in first visit with Mark Webber - Motorsport.com

McLaren Formula 1 driver Oscar Piastri had his first experience of the Isle of Man TT, describing the riders as "nuts".
The Australian driver visited the event during the opening week with his manager and former F1 driver Mark Webber, following his 11th-place finish at the Canadian Grand Prix. 
Attending as a guest of Monster Energy, Piastri watched the action unfold from a fan's front ...Keep reading

Read more: Oscar Piastri stunned by Isle of Man TT riders in first visit with Mark Webber - Motorsport.com

Yo-yo racing, speed cuts, performance balancing: Is F1 too artificial now? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Is Formula 1 the ultimate motor sport competition between drivers, teams and cars - or an entertainment product contrived to create a spectacle?

Read more: Yo-yo racing, speed cuts, performance balancing: Is F1 too artificial now? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

Round-up: F1 and COTA face lawsuit over fan’s watch theft at United States GP, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 and COTA face lawsuit over fan’s watch theft at United States GP, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Fernando Alonso turns heads in Monaco with rare Porsche 918 Spyder - Motorsport.com

Fernando Alonso has been spotted once again showing off another car from his jaw-dropping collection in Monaco. 
The two-time Formula 1 champion was seen around the streets of Monte Carlo behind the wheel of a rare Porsche 918 Spyder.
The 918 Spyder, launched in 2013, is a mid-engine plug-in hybrid powered by a 4.6-litre V8 engine that produces 599 horsepower, supplemented by twin electric ...Keep reading

Read more: Fernando Alonso turns heads in Monaco with rare Porsche 918 Spyder - Motorsport.com

Red Bull given major comeback verdict by former F1 driver after Canadian GP battle - Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya is confident that Red Bull is on the verge of a resurgence, warning its rivals that the Milton Keynes outfit is "for sure coming" back. 
Following a tense Canadian Grand Prix, which saw Max Verstappen battle seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton for second and eventually secure third place on the podium, Montoya argued that Red Bull is successfully ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull given major comeback verdict by former F1 driver after Canadian GP battle - Motorsport.com

F1BUSINESS: Why will Gucci enter F1 as Alpine' title sponsor? - F1technical.net

Gucci and Alpine have announced a landmark partnership that will reshape the relationship between luxury and motorsport. For the first time in Formula One history, a global luxury fashion house becomes the Title Partner of a team competing at the pinnacle of the sport.

Read more: F1BUSINESS: Why will Gucci enter F1 as Alpine' title sponsor? - F1technical.net

Hamilton confirms Ferrari's power deficit from the field-leading Mercedes - F1technical.net

Lewis Hamilton delivered his strongest performance yet as a Ferrari driver with a brilliant second place at the Canadian Grand Prix — but even on a day of celebration, the seven‑time world champion was vocal about one major limitation: Ferrari’s lack of power compared to Mercedes and Red Bull.

Read more: Hamilton confirms Ferrari's power deficit from the field-leading Mercedes - F1technical.net

Mercedes pull out of talks to buy stake in F1 rivals Alpine - SkySports F1

Mercedes have withdrawn from negotiations to purchase a minority stake in rival F1 team Alpine, believing the valuation of the share, owned by US investment firm Otro Capital, to be too expensive.

Read more: Mercedes pull out of talks to buy stake in F1 rivals Alpine - SkySports F1

Hamilton eyes simulator correlation work after Ferrari breakthrough in Montreal - F1technical.net

Fresh from a superb second‑place finish at the Canadian Grand Prix — his strongest result yet as a Ferrari driver — Lewis Hamilton revealed that he intends to use the momentum from Montreal to help improve Ferrari’s simulator, which he believes still lacks proper correlation with real‑world track behaviour.

Read more: Hamilton eyes simulator correlation work after Ferrari breakthrough in Montreal - F1technical.net

Round-up: Ben Sulayem ‘seeking to end FIA president term limits’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Ben Sulayem ‘seeking to end FIA president term limits’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Martin Brundle: "Nothing to choose between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli" in Mercedes F1 battle - Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle has argued that there is currently "nothing to choose" between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli.
Following a frantic Canadian Grand Prix sprint race, in which Antonelli accused his Mercedes team-mate of pushing him off the track, the pair later resolved the issue before continuing their tense on-track battle during the grand prix at ...Keep reading

Read more: Martin Brundle: "Nothing to choose between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli" in Mercedes F1 battle - Motorsport.com

Piastri 'flattered' by possible Red Bull interest amid Verstappen uncertainty - SkySports F1

Oscar Piastri has described as "flattering" reports suggesting Red Bull have identified him as their No 1 target should Max Verstappen leave the team - but says it came as news to him.

Read more: Piastri 'flattered' by possible Red Bull interest amid Verstappen uncertainty - SkySports F1

Round-up: Russell’s battery suffered “catastrophic failure” in Canadian GP, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Russell’s battery suffered “catastrophic failure” in Canadian GP, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 MATHS: What the fastest lap times reveal about the pecking order? - F1technical.net

Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s fourth consecutive Formula One victory combined wheel‑to‑wheel resilience with outright speed, and the fastest‑lap data confirms just how comprehensively he controlled the race after his team-mate George Russell's retirement.

Read more: F1 MATHS: What the fastest lap times reveal about the pecking order? - F1technical.net

Ben Sulayem wants to scrap FIA presidency term limits - BBC Sport

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is proposing a removal of term limits for the position as head of motorsport's governing body.

Read more: Ben Sulayem wants to scrap FIA presidency term limits - BBC Sport

What is the 2027 engine dispute that could dictate Verstappen's future? - SkySports F1

At the weekend's Canadian Grand Prix, Max Verstappen renewed his threat that he could quit Formula 1 at the end of this season if the sport's power-unit regulations do not change, but could there be more to the story than simply the Red Bull driver's frustrations?

Read more: What is the 2027 engine dispute that could dictate Verstappen's future? - SkySports F1

“Absolutely awesome” — Hamilton on his wheel‑to‑wheel fight with Verstappen - F1technical.net

Having chased down on his old rival Max Verstappen in the dying stages of the Canadian Grand Prix, Ferrari's seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton labelled his fight with the Dutch driver as "absolutely awesome."

Read more: “Absolutely awesome” — Hamilton on his wheel‑to‑wheel fight with Verstappen - F1technical.net

Round-up: Norris ‘wants to try things outside F1’ after Indianapolis visit, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Also in Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up, Lewis Hamilton praises his brother's BTCC result and Ross Brawn heads to Moto GP.

Read more: Round-up: Norris ‘wants to try things outside F1’ after Indianapolis visit, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Round-up: Ferrari’s result “definitely encouraging” without updates says Vasseur, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Ferrari’s result “definitely encouraging” without updates says Vasseur, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tyre gamble backfires as Hülkenberg and Bortoleto finish 12th and 13th in Canada - F1technical.net

Audi endured a challenging Canadian Grand Prix after a strategic misjudgment at the start left both Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto on the back foot.

Read more: Tyre gamble backfires as Hülkenberg and Bortoleto finish 12th and 13th in Canada - F1technical.net

Rosenqvist wins dramatic Indy 500 title - SkySports F1

Felix Rosenqvist swung to the outside of David Malukas, then found a way past the Team Penske driver to win the closest Indianapolis 500 in history by a margin of 0.0233 seconds on Sunday.

Read more: Rosenqvist wins dramatic Indy 500 title - SkySports F1

Why Wolff must apply a different lesson from 2016 with Antonelli and Russell - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

For once, the conversation in the Gilles Villeneuve paddock was not about batteries or energy management. Instead, the focus was firmly on the on-track action. During the Formula 1 sprint race for the Canadian Grand Prix, the battle between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell flared up for the first time.
The young Italian attempted a move around the outside at Turn 1, but was forced onto the ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Wolff must apply a different lesson from 2016 with Antonelli and Russell - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Alex Albon to miss Canadian GP sprint qualifying as James Vowles reveals extent of crash damage - Motorsport.com

Williams Formula 1 team principal James Vowles has detailed the "extensive" damage to Alex Albon's FW48 following his unfortunate crash involving a marmot during FP1 for the Canadian Grand Prix.
The Thai-British driver crashed into the wall at the exit of Turn 7 after colliding with a marmot. With damage to the right side and rear of his Williams machinery, Albon's practice session was over and ...Keep reading

Read more: Alex Albon to miss Canadian GP sprint qualifying as James Vowles reveals extent of crash damage - Motorsport.com

Lando Norris reveals special Canadian GP helmet for Sir Jackie Stewart's dementia charity - Motorsport.com

McLaren Formula 1 driver Lando Norris has unveiled a poignant helmet design for the upcoming Canadian Grand Prix, teaming up with the Race Against Dementia charity.
The helmet leaves the Briton's traditional fluorescent yellow design behind, instead adopting a split design, developed with Race Against Dementia Fellow Dr Maura Malpetti. One half of the helmet represents the complex network of a ...Keep reading

Read more: Lando Norris reveals special Canadian GP helmet for Sir Jackie Stewart's dementia charity - Motorsport.com

Meet the three Ellas racing through McLaren's F1 ranks - BBC Sport

Ella Häkkinen, Ella Lloyd and Ella Stevens on horses, a Welsh dragon and their Rihanna-inspired nickname.

Read more: Meet the three Ellas racing through McLaren's F1 ranks - BBC Sport

'George is under pressure' - why Canada is a big weekend for Russell - SkySports F1

George Russell returns from Formula 1's latest break this weekend in Canada aiming to kickstart his world championship challenge after team-mate Kimi Antonelli's hat-trick of wins saw the Italian teenager open up a 20-point lead over him at the top of the standings.

Read more: 'George is under pressure' - why Canada is a big weekend for Russell - SkySports F1

Round-up: Las Vegas GP approved until 2037 by county commission, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Las Vegas GP approved until 2037 by county commission, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Mercedes and McLaren ready key upgrades for Canada - SkySports F1

Read more: Mercedes and McLaren ready key upgrades for Canada - SkySports F1

Will Hamilton's new approach pay off and what upgrades will Mercedes unleash? - SkySports F1

As the 2026 Formula 1 season resumes this weekend, Sky Sports F1 assess the key talking points heading into the Canadian Grand Prix.

Read more: Will Hamilton's new approach pay off and what upgrades will Mercedes unleash? - SkySports F1

Round-up: Mercedes and Haas confirm upgrades, Rossi injured in Indy crash and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Mercedes and Haas confirm upgrades, Rossi injured in Indy crash and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Brundle: Russell needs to beat Antonelli for psychological gain - SkySports F1

Sky Sports F1's Martin Brundle believes George Russell needs to beat Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli at this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix to make a "psychological" gain.

Read more: Brundle: Russell needs to beat Antonelli for psychological gain - SkySports F1

Round-up: Norris ‘planning Formula E run at some point’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Norris ‘planning Formula E run at some point’, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Toto Wolff keeps Mercedes grounded ahead of crucial Canadian GP upgrades - Motorsport.com

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has urged the Brackley outfit to maintain a balanced perspective as it prepares to bring its first major upgrade package of the Formula 1 season at this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix.
After rival teams such as McLaren showed impressive gains at the Miami Grand Prix, Mercedes will be hoping its upgrade package will help it return to the dominant form seen at ...Keep reading

Read more: Toto Wolff keeps Mercedes grounded ahead of crucial Canadian GP upgrades - Motorsport.com

Naomi Schiff reveals how GT drivers felt about Max Verstappen's Nurburgring debut - Motorsport.com

Former W Series driver and Sky Sports F1 analyst Naomi Schiff has claimed that the GT racing community was overwhelmingly positive about Max Verstappen's participation in the 24 Hours of Nurburgring, despite logistical concerns.
The fan-favourite endurance race was sold out for the first time in its history. The surge in ticket sales was widely attributed to the four-time Formula 1 champion's ...Keep reading

Read more: Naomi Schiff reveals how GT drivers felt about Max Verstappen's Nurburgring debut - Motorsport.com

Max Verstappen revisits "super chaotic" 2024 Brazil GP win: "One of my best races" - Motorsport.com

As Max Verstappen recounted his sensational victory at the 2024 Brazilian Grand Prix, he branded the wet-weather performance as one of the best drives of his Formula 1 career so far.
The Dutchman put on a wet-weather masterclass after a frustrating qualifying session left him lining up on the grid in P17. "A bit of bad luck in qualifying, which meant that I had to start quite far back," he said ...Keep reading

Read more: Max Verstappen revisits "super chaotic" 2024 Brazil GP win: "One of my best races" - Motorsport.com

Can Russell take inspiration from Norris in bid for F1 title? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

While the theory of Mercedes' Formula 1 title favouritism ahead of the dawn of the championship's latest era has been proven correct, the name at the top of the drivers' standings is somewhat of a surprise.
Many would have believed that George Russell would be the man to beat given his performances with the Silver Arrows during what was a barren period in the ground-effect years between 2022 ...Keep reading

Read more: Can Russell take inspiration from Norris in bid for F1 title? - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Round-up: Las Vegas county commission to discuss race extension to 2037, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Las Vegas county commission to discuss race extension to 2037, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

FORMULA E MATH: Things we learnt from the Monaco E-Prix on Saturday - F1technical.net

Nyck de Vries delivered a masterclass in strategy and composure to secure his fifth career Formula E victory at the 2026 Monaco E-Prix, marking his first win since Berlin 2022 and a maiden triumph with Mahindra in the GEN3 era. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo delivers his latest Formula E analysis from the Monaco Formula E paddock.

Read more: FORMULA E MATH: Things we learnt from the Monaco E-Prix on Saturday - F1technical.net

Caption Competition 291: Kart star Hadjar | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Isack Hadjar got back in a go-kart at the Miami Grand Prix. Can you come up with the best caption for this picture?

Read more: Caption Competition 291: Kart star Hadjar | Caption Competition - RaceFans

Round-up: Camara makes F1 test debut for Ferrari, Alpine hires Somerville and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Camara makes F1 test debut for Ferrari, Alpine hires Somerville and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Verstappen to Start 24h Nürburgring from P4 as Mercedes-AMG Team shows strong form - F1technical.net

Max Verstappen will launch into his first-ever 24-hour race from a promising fourth place, after teammate Dani Juncadella delivered a 8:12.005 lap in Friday’s Top Qualifying 3 to secure a second-row start for Mercedes-AMG Team Verstappen Racing.

Read more: Verstappen to Start 24h Nürburgring from P4 as Mercedes-AMG Team shows strong form - F1technical.net

Round-up: 2016 Formula 1 cars were best for racing says Ricciardo, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: 2016 Formula 1 cars were best for racing says Ricciardo, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Zak Brown takes FIA fight over Mercedes-Alpine F1 talks public - Motorsport.com

The McLaren Racing CEO has taken a clear stance against the prospect of Mercedes acquiring a shareholding in a second Formula 1 team. While the position of Racing Bulls has been tolerated due to a structure that dates back two decades, Brown believes this model should not be allowed to spread over the medium to long term.
Zak Brown has reportedly sent a six-page letter to Mohammed Ben Sulayem ...Keep reading

Read more: Zak Brown takes FIA fight over Mercedes-Alpine F1 talks public - Motorsport.com

F1: Chequered Flag - BBC Sport

Alisha Palmowski talks F1 Academy's return, plus Lando Norris chats with Declan Rice.

Read more: F1: Chequered Flag - BBC Sport

'Perfect age to do it' - Why Verstappen is racing in iconic 24-hour race this weekend - SkySports F1

Max Verstappen will take on the Nurburgring 24 Hours this weekend in a Red Bull-branded Mercedes-AMG GT3 car as he continues his racing exploits outside of Formula 1.

Read more: 'Perfect age to do it' - Why Verstappen is racing in iconic 24-hour race this weekend - SkySports F1

Round-up: F1’s ADUO ‘not balance of performance’ after latest changes, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1’s ADUO ‘not balance of performance’ after latest changes, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

"The most fun I've had all year" - Verstappen's F1 colleagues envy his Nurburgring bid - Autosport.com - NLS - Stories

When Max Verstappen hustles his Winward team's Mercedes GT3 car around the Nordschleife this weekend in his quest to win the Nurburgring 24 Hours, record numbers of fans are expected to watch on, either at the sold-out event or via the broadcast. Among them will likely be a number of his Formula 1 colleagues, and some of them might even be tinged with envy.
McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar ...Keep reading

Read more: "The most fun I've had all year" - Verstappen's F1 colleagues envy his Nurburgring bid - Autosport.com - NLS - Stories

'It does change your thinking' - Alonso sets timeline for F1 future decision - SkySports F1

Fernando Alonso says he expects to make a decision on his Formula 1 future after the August summer break when he will weigh up whether to extend his record-length career into a 24th season in 2027.

Read more: 'It does change your thinking' - Alonso sets timeline for F1 future decision - SkySports F1

Round-up: Fans who dislike new F1 rules “don’t have to watch” says Hulkenberg, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Fans who dislike new F1 rules “don’t have to watch” says Hulkenberg, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

F1 V8 engine return backed as David Coulthard says series can go "zero emissions" - Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard and former F1 TV presenter Will Buxton have shared their verdict on the return of V8s to the championship by 2031.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has promised the return of V8 engines to F1 by 2031, with the possibility of introducing them a year earlier. "It’s coming," Sulayem told the media. "In 2031, the FIA will have the power to do it, without ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 V8 engine return backed as David Coulthard says series can go "zero emissions" - Motorsport.com

Round-up: £439m plan to build Denmark’s first F1-grade circuit, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: £439m plan to build Denmark’s first F1-grade circuit, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Why Jolyon Palmer believes Audi F1 is “behind on the curve” after Miami GP - Motorsport.com

F1 TV presenters Jolyon Palmer and James Hinchcliffe have shared their verdict on the Audi Formula 1 team’s disastrous Miami Grand Prix. 
Audi endured a difficult Miami Grand Prix weekend plagued by reliability issues. Nico Hulkenberg missed the sprint race due to a power unit failure before retiring early from the grand prix, and his team-mate Gabriel Bortoleto was disqualified from the ...Keep reading

Read more: Why Jolyon Palmer believes Audi F1 is “behind on the curve” after Miami GP - Motorsport.com

Guenther Steiner predicts George Russell title blow if Kimi Antonelli can "keep his cool" - Motorsport.com

Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner has predicted that George Russell will end the 2026 season as runner-up if Kimi Antonelli can "keep his cool".
While we are only four rounds into the season, Steiner has seen enough to boldly predict the final drivers' championship standings.
During an appearance on The Red Flags Podcast, Steiner discussed Antonelli's impressive start ...Keep reading

Read more: Guenther Steiner predicts George Russell title blow if Kimi Antonelli can "keep his cool" - Motorsport.com

'He never stops fighting!' - Wolff backs Russell to respond to Antonelli - SkySports F1

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff says George Russell "won't leave a stone unturned" in Formula 1's title race and expects his driver to bounce back at the next race in Montreal.

Read more: 'He never stops fighting!' - Wolff backs Russell to respond to Antonelli - SkySports F1

Round-up: F1 should prioritise South Korea and Africa over more US races says Brown, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 should prioritise South Korea and Africa over more US races says Brown, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Should Formula 1 drivers be penalised for failing to “respect the sport”? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

The FIA should come down hard on Formula 1 drivers who criticise its "Mario Kart" rules, says Juan Pablo Montoya. Is he right?

Read more: Should Formula 1 drivers be penalised for failing to “respect the sport”? | Debates and Polls - RaceFans

David Coulthard impressed by Colin Farrell’s “truly enthusiastic” F1 knowledge at Miami GP - Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has praised Colin Farrell’s genuine knowledge of the championship after his enthusiastic appearance at the Miami Grand Prix. 
Farrell caught the attention of fans after his interaction with Martin Brundle during the Sky Sports F1 grid walk. "It's lovely to meet you. After all of these years, you don't write, you don't call. Look at this shirt. Old ...Keep reading

Read more: David Coulthard impressed by Colin Farrell’s “truly enthusiastic” F1 knowledge at Miami GP - Motorsport.com

F1MATHS: How did the field closed on Mercedes after upgrade festival at the Miami Grand Prix? - F1technical.net

The comparison of average race‑pace deficits across the first three Grands Prix of the season — Australia, China and Japan — and last Sunday’s Miami Grand Prix provides a clear, data‑driven picture of how the competitive order has evolved.

Read more: F1MATHS: How did the field closed on Mercedes after upgrade festival at the Miami Grand Prix? - F1technical.net

Round-up: F1 aiming to move one cancelled race to end of season, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 aiming to move one cancelled race to end of season, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Lewis Hamilton’s "Vice City Run" turns Miami into a real-life "GTA: Vice City" trailer - Motorsport.com

Following an eventful Miami Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton posted a cinematic reel to social media celebrating the city. The seven-time world champion can be seen racing a Ferrari Testarossa around The Magic City, with the video embracing the visuals of the 1984 TV show Miami Vice, but more importantly, the video game Grand Theft Auto: Vice City. 
The video, titled "Vice City Run" in a bright blue ...Keep reading

Read more: Lewis Hamilton’s "Vice City Run" turns Miami into a real-life "GTA: Vice City" trailer - Motorsport.com

Arvid Lindblad reveals F1 dream still feels surreal after impressive rookie start - Motorsport.com

Racing Bulls rookie Arvid Lindblad has said that it has still not sunk in that he is racing in Formula 1.
The 18-year-old driver secured a full-time F1 seat with Red Bull's sister squad after just one season in Formula 2, finishing sixth in the standings on 134 points with three race wins. 
Lindblad started competitive karting in 2015 before moving up to Formula 4 in 2022. After two ...Keep reading

Read more: Arvid Lindblad reveals F1 dream still feels surreal after impressive rookie start - Motorsport.com

Alex Jacques hails Arvid Lindblad as F1 rookie who “looks like he’s been here for years” - Motorsport.com

Formula 1 commentator Alex Jacques has argued that rookie driver Arvid Lindblad "looks like he's been in F1 for years."
The Briton joined the grid in 2026 with Racing Bulls alongside Liam Lawson. He lined up in P9 for his debut race at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix and managed to convert it to an eighth-place finish, scoring four points on his debut.
After the opening four rounds ...Keep reading

Read more: Alex Jacques hails Arvid Lindblad as F1 rookie who “looks like he’s been here for years” - Motorsport.com

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

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

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

F1MATHS: What does the telemetry reveal about the 2026 F1 car? - F1technical.net

The comparison between Kimi Antonelli’s 2026 Miami Grand Prix pole lap (1:27.798) and Max Verstappen’s 2025 pole lap (1:26.204) offers one of the clearest early illustrations of how the all‑new 2026 Formula One regulations have reshaped car behaviour.

Read more: F1MATHS: What does the telemetry reveal about the 2026 F1 car? - F1technical.net

Round-up: F1 revenue rises 53% in last quarter before race cancellations, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 revenue rises 53% in last quarter before race cancellations, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

McLaren strategy under fire after Lando Norris missed out on Miami GP victory - Motorsport.com

Former F1 TV presenter Will Buxton has called out McLaren's strategy during the Miami Grand Prix, claiming that the Woking outfit has repeatedly made strategic errors.
Lando Norris had been leading the race at the Miami International Autodrome with Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli in second. But, unfortunately for the reigning drivers' champion, the Brackley outfit performed a successful ...Keep reading

Read more: McLaren strategy under fire after Lando Norris missed out on Miami GP victory - Motorsport.com

F1 drivers say they are still at the mercy of their power units over a flying lap | Formula 1 - RaceFans

One of the more peculiar characteristics introduced by Formula 1's 2026 rules has not been fixed by the changes introduced last weekend.

Read more: F1 drivers say they are still at the mercy of their power units over a flying lap | Formula 1 - RaceFans

From the archive: When Niki Lauda led an F1 driver strike in 1982 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Autosport Editor-in-Chief Kevin Turner sits down with renowned motorsport writer Maurice Hamilton to revisit one of Formula 1’s most extraordinary flashpoints - the drivers’ strike at the 1982 South African Grand Prix.
As tensions simmered between the drivers and the FIA, the introduction of controversial superlicence terms by president Jean-Marie Balestre prompted a united response from ...Keep reading

Read more: From the archive: When Niki Lauda led an F1 driver strike in 1982 - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Round-up: Sky ‘pays £1bn’ to retain UK F1 TV rights for five years, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Sky ‘pays £1bn’ to retain UK F1 TV rights for five years, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Have Mercedes' rivals caught up as F1 upgrade battle ignites? - SkySports F1

Kimi Antonelli's victory in Miami continued Mercedes' unbeaten start to the 2026 season on Sundays with the Silver Arrows having now claimed four Grand Prix wins from four at the start of Formula 1's new era of rules.

Read more: Have Mercedes' rivals caught up as F1 upgrade battle ignites? - SkySports F1

Hamilton reveals the reason for his setup woes with the SF26 - F1technical.net

Lewis Hamilton left the Miami Grand Prix weekend with mixed emotions: encouraged by the progress Ferrari eventually unlocked, yet frustrated by how long it took to find it.

Read more: Hamilton reveals the reason for his setup woes with the SF26 - F1technical.net

Round-up: F1 will ‘miss Verstappen, but go ahead’ if he quits says Ben Sulayem, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: F1 will ‘miss Verstappen, but go ahead’ if he quits says Ben Sulayem, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Lawson was right: Racing Bulls should not have ordered him to let Verstappen past | Comment - RaceFans

Liam Lawson was right to question Racing Bulls' order that he let Max Verstappen overtake him in the Miami Grand Prix.

Read more: Lawson was right: Racing Bulls should not have ordered him to let Verstappen past | Comment - RaceFans

Verstappen sees 'light at end of tunnel' during ominous weekend for Hadjar - SkySports F1

The Miami Grand Prix produced contrasting fortunes for Red Bull's drivers as Max Verstappen returned to contention at the front of the field while Isack Hadjar lost touch with the Dutchman.

Read more: Verstappen sees 'light at end of tunnel' during ominous weekend for Hadjar - SkySports F1

Round-up: FIA “looking into” issues around B-teams in F1, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: FIA “looking into” issues around B-teams in F1, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Hamilton hints Ferrari might "have the best car, but it’s hard to fight with Mercedes” ... - F1technical.net

Hamilton did not hide his disappointment after finishing seventh in both the Sprint and the Grand Prix, describing a weekend in which Ferrari’s potential was repeatedly undermined by straight‑line speed limitations and, on Sunday, by early damage.

Read more: Hamilton hints Ferrari might "have the best car, but it’s hard to fight with Mercedes” ... - F1technical.net

'His share price is going up' - Wolff praises 'astounding' Antonelli - SkySports F1

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says the performances that have earned Kimi Antonelli his first three Formula 1 victories in successive races have been "astounding" and that the world championship leader's Miami Grand Prix win on Sunday was his best drive to date.

Read more: 'His share price is going up' - Wolff praises 'astounding' Antonelli - SkySports F1

Antonelli storms to pole in fresh Miami twist with Verstappen back in mix - SkySports F1

Kimi Antonelli produced a superb lap to claim pole position for the Miami Grand Prix ahead of Max Verstappen in a fresh twist to the formbook on Formula 1's return to action this weekend.

Read more: Antonelli storms to pole in fresh Miami twist with Verstappen back in mix - SkySports F1

F1 Miami GP: Lando Norris beats Kimi Antonelli to sprint race pole with upgraded McLaren - Motorsport.com

Lando Norris has topped sprint qualifying at the Miami Grand Prix, defeating championship leader Kimi Antonelli in an upgraded McLaren Formula 1 car.
Norris topped what turned into a single-lap SQ3 shoot-out at the Miami International Autodrome, handing early 2026 dominator Mercedes a first defeat.
The session at the Miami Autodrome was the first competitive outing following a mid-season ...Keep reading

Read more: F1 Miami GP: Lando Norris beats Kimi Antonelli to sprint race pole with upgraded McLaren - Motorsport.com

'I'm taking my time' - Verstappen on F1 future after rule 'tickle' - SkySports F1

Max Verstappen says he is taking his time over deciding his future in Formula 1 after the Red Bull driver revealed he is considering quitting the sport.

Read more: 'I'm taking my time' - Verstappen on F1 future after rule 'tickle' - SkySports F1

George Russell urged not to panic if Kimi Antonelli wins Mercedes battle in Miami - Motorsport.com

George Russell has been urged to remain calm if his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli beats him again at the upcoming Miami Grand Prix. 
Russell has found himself trailing his young Italian team-mate by nine points after the first three rounds of the season. While the Briton remains a favourite for the title, Antonelli is clearly posing a threat.
The 28-year-old driver started the season ...Keep reading

Read more: George Russell urged not to panic if Kimi Antonelli wins Mercedes battle in Miami - Motorsport.com

TECH REVIEW: How has Ferrari upgraded its 2026 car so far? - F1technical.net

The opening phase of the 2026 Formula One season has been unusual, shaped by the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix and a resulting five‑week gap before the championship resumes in Miami.

Read more: TECH REVIEW: How has Ferrari upgraded its 2026 car so far? - F1technical.net

Round-up: Verstappen not concerned by “tiny part” of Red Bull staff leaving, says Mekies | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Verstappen not concerned by “tiny part” of Red Bull staff leaving, says Mekies | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Martin Brundle says Miami GP tweaks could “relaunch” 2026 F1 season - Motorsport.com

Sky Sports Formula 1 analyst Martin Brundle has backed the regulation refinements that have been introduced for the upcoming Miami Grand Prix, claiming that the tweaks will improve the racing, but more changes will likely be needed in the future.
With the changes coming after just three rounds of the season and after a five-week break in April, Brundle argued that the alterations could somewhat ...Keep reading

Read more: Martin Brundle says Miami GP tweaks could “relaunch” 2026 F1 season - Motorsport.com

Colton Herta "super excited" for Cadillac FP1 debut as F1 dream edges closer - Motorsport.com

Colton Herta has shared his excitement for his upcoming outing in a Formula 1 practice session with Cadillac. 
The American team recently confirmed its free practice programme for the 26-year-old, who will take part in four FP1 sessions, starting with Barcelona.
Herta signed with Cadillac as its test driver for 2026 alongside a move to Formula 2 as he works towards his goal of racing in ...Keep reading

Read more: Colton Herta "super excited" for Cadillac FP1 debut as F1 dream edges closer - Motorsport.com

Formula E unleashes GEN4: the fastest, most advanced electric race car ever built - F1technical.net

Formula E and the FIA have officially ushered in a new era for electric motorsport with the first public on‑track demonstration of the all‑new GEN4 race car at Circuit Paul Ricard.

Read more: Formula E unleashes GEN4: the fastest, most advanced electric race car ever built - F1technical.net

Isack Hadjar admits Red Bull F1 promotion still feels "weird" - Motorsport.com

Red Bull Formula 1 driver Isack Hadjar is "still pinching" himself after earning a drive with one of the top teams in the championship.
After impressing during his rookie season with Racing Bulls, Hadjar earned the promotion to become four-time champion Max Verstappen's team-mate. While the Milton Keynes outfit has struggled in recent years to find a team-mate for the Dutchman who is able to ...Keep reading

Read more: Isack Hadjar admits Red Bull F1 promotion still feels "weird" - Motorsport.com

Valtteri Bottas’s first race-used Cadillac F1 helmet goes up for auction - Motorsport.com

Valtteri Bottas's first race-used Cadillac Formula 1 helmet will go up for auction with F1 Authentics, operated by Memento Exclusives.
The Finnish driver wore the helmet at the 2026 season-opening Australian Grand Prix, his first race as a Cadillac F1 driver after the American outfit joined the grid as the 11th team this year. 
The helmet features a black and electric blue design and, while ...Keep reading

Read more: Valtteri Bottas’s first race-used Cadillac F1 helmet goes up for auction - Motorsport.com

Sebastian Vettel achieves ambitious London Marathon target in charity run - Motorsport.com

Four-time Formula 1 champion Sebastian Vettel completed the 2026 London Marathon in under three hours.
The German driver joined F1 journalist Tom Clarkson in running the London Marathon to raise money for the Grand Prix Trust and the Brain & Spine Foundation. 
The Grand Prix Trust, which was founded by Sir Jackie Stewart in the 1980s, works to support those in the F1 community who need ...Keep reading

Read more: Sebastian Vettel achieves ambitious London Marathon target in charity run - Motorsport.com

Fernando Alonso issues clear F1 retirement message - Motorsport.com

Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has shared an update on his future in the series, claiming that he is still motivated and that he hopes this is not his final season.
At 44 years old, Alonso is the oldest driver on the current grid. He made his F1 debut at the 2001 Australian Grand Prix and has driven for teams such as Minardi, Renault, McLaren, Ferrari and Alpine. Now, the Spaniard ...Keep reading

Read more: Fernando Alonso issues clear F1 retirement message - Motorsport.com

Colton Herta explains why Cadillac F1 move was an ‘easy’ decision - Motorsport.com

Cadillac Formula 1 test driver Colton Herta has opened up about leaving his career in the IndyCar Series to pursue his goal of driving in F1 one day, saying that the opportunity with the American outfit was too good to turn down.
The American driver, who is currently racing in Formula 2 alongside his test driver duties at Cadillac, had previously been involved in talks with Sauber and ...Keep reading

Read more: Colton Herta explains why Cadillac F1 move was an ‘easy’ decision - Motorsport.com

McLaren: F1 in conversation over future engine hardware tweaks - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

While it's hoped that the tweaks agreed on between the FIA and Formula 1's teams for Miami should reduce some of the more troublesome elements of the 2026 regulations, the door is not closed on the potential for hardware changes for the new powertrains.
The reduction in energy harvesting and extension of super clipping to 350kW should minimise some of the more visual quirks of the 2026-spec ...Keep reading

Read more: McLaren: F1 in conversation over future engine hardware tweaks - Autosport.com - Formula 1 - Stories

Round-up: Norris expects Verstappen won’t quit Formula 1 over rules, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Norris expects Verstappen won’t quit Formula 1 over rules, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

James Vowles names the qualities that make Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz stand out at Williams - Motorsport.com

Williams team principal James Vowles has revealed why he rates his driver line-up of Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz so highly.
Albon joined Williams in 2022, and Sainz signed with the Grove outfit for 2025 after being replaced at Ferrari by seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton. 
During an interview with Frankie Langan, Vowles praised the two drivers' lack of ego and drive to put the goals of ...Keep reading

Read more: James Vowles names the qualities that make Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz stand out at Williams - Motorsport.com

Round-up: McNish takes racing director role at Audi after Wheatley exit, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: McNish takes racing director role at Audi after Wheatley exit, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Jenson Button and Jacques Villeneuve set for 2026 Goodwood Revival showdown in Jaguar E-types - Motorsport.com

Formula 1 champions Jacques Villeneuve and Jenson Button are set to go head-to-head in the RAC TT Celebration at the 2026 Goodwood Revival.
Both the 1997 and 2009 champions, who were previously team-mates at British American Racing (BAR) Honda in 2003, will get behind the wheel of Jaguar E-types - Button in his ‘CUT 8’ E-type and Villeneuve in the 'CUT 7’ E-type.
Button will return to ...Keep reading

Read more: Jenson Button and Jacques Villeneuve set for 2026 Goodwood Revival showdown in Jaguar E-types - Motorsport.com

Round-up: McLaren to introduce revamped car at next race, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: McLaren to introduce revamped car at next race, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Jolyon Palmer names ideal Max Verstappen replacement at Red Bull if he leaves - Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer believes Charles Leclerc should be at the top of Red Bull's wishlist if four-time champion Max Verstappen were to leave.
The Dutchman has openly criticised the new regulations, which were introduced in 2026, initially describing them as "Formula E on steroids". While tweaks to the regulations are being introduced, Verstappen has admitted that he is ...Keep reading

Read more: Jolyon Palmer names ideal Max Verstappen replacement at Red Bull if he leaves - Motorsport.com

Norris: Verstappen will stay in F1 longer than people say - SkySports F1

Lando Norris says Max Verstappen would be missed by fellow drivers and Formula 1 as a whole were the four-time world champion to walk away from the sport - but believes the Dutchman will "stay longer than people say".

Read more: Norris: Verstappen will stay in F1 longer than people say - SkySports F1

2026 F1 Draft: Who would each team take first to start their future? - Motorsport.com

We're here to strip Formula 1 back to zero. No contracts, no politics, no legacy seats: just 11 teams and a clean board of drivers aged 22 and under. This is, ultimately, a long-term play. Not who wins next Sunday, but who shapes the next decade.
Raw pace matters, but so does trajectory, adaptability, and the kind of ceiling that can anchor a team through multiple regulation ...Keep reading

Read more: 2026 F1 Draft: Who would each team take first to start their future? - Motorsport.com

F1MATHS: What can we expect from ADUO based on the estimated performance? - F1technical.net

Formula One’s 2026 regulatory cycle was always going to be a seismic shift, but few expected the competitive picture to become so politically charged so quickly.

Read more: F1MATHS: What can we expect from ADUO based on the estimated performance? - F1technical.net

Wolff urges FIA to prevent engine upgrades altering F1 pecking order - SkySports F1

Mercedes chief Toto Wolff has urged the FIA to ensure rules allowing power unit manufacturers to develop their engines during the 2026 season don’t interfere with Formula 1’s pecking order.

Read more: Wolff urges FIA to prevent engine upgrades altering F1 pecking order - SkySports F1

Round-up: Formula E claims new Gen 4 car will slash lap times by 10 seconds, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Formula E claims new Gen 4 car will slash lap times by 10 seconds, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

The F1 Show: What impact will rule changes have from Miami GP? - SkySports F1

Read more: The F1 Show: What impact will rule changes have from Miami GP? - SkySports F1

"The more you run, the more you learn" - how F1's break is impacting Ferrari - Motorsport.com

Formula 1's teams and fans were forced into a five-week break after the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudia Arabian grands prix due to the conflict in the Middle East. But while fans were left twiddling their thumbs and wondering what to fill their weekends with, the teams never stopped. 
As teams rush to bring upgrades to their cars ahead of the next race in Miami, and prepare to adapt to ...Keep reading

Read more: "The more you run, the more you learn" - how F1's break is impacting Ferrari - Motorsport.com

Red Bull's difficult start and 1976 cars compared with 2026 - F1 Q&A - BBC Sport

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions.

Read more: Red Bull's difficult start and 1976 cars compared with 2026 - F1 Q&A - BBC Sport

Round-up: Wolff ‘not enjoying’ seeing Antonelli compared to Senna, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Wolff ‘not enjoying’ seeing Antonelli compared to Senna, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

McIlroy and Norris among winners at Laureus World Sport Awards - SkySports F1

Rory McIlroy and Lando Norris were among the winners on star-studded night at the prestigious Laureus World Sport Awards on Monday.

Read more: McIlroy and Norris among winners at Laureus World Sport Awards - SkySports F1

James Vowles explains why he chose Williams over three other F1 team offers - Motorsport.com

James Vowles has revealed why he chose to sign with Williams as team principal over other opportunities. 
The Briton joined Williams as team principal in 2023 after serving as chief strategist of Brawn GP in 2009 and remaining with the team when it was bought by Mercedes. He was promoted from chief strategist to motorsport strategy director in 2019 and was seen as a potential successor to team ...Keep reading

Read more: James Vowles explains why he chose Williams over three other F1 team offers - Motorsport.com

George Russell returns to karting roots with Toto and Susie Wolff during F1 break - Motorsport.com

Mercedes Formula 1 driver George Russell has taken a trip down memory lane, returning to his early karting roots to support the next generation of motorsport talent, including Jack Wolff.
Russell joined his Mercedes boss Toto Wolff and F1 Academy managing director Susie Wolff to watch their son at South Garda Karting. 
"Same track, 23 years later! Very cool to be back at the kart track ...Keep reading

Read more: George Russell returns to karting roots with Toto and Susie Wolff during F1 break - Motorsport.com

Round-up: Pin makes Formula 1 test debut for Mercedes, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: Round-up: Pin makes Formula 1 test debut for Mercedes, and more | RaceFans Round-up - RaceFans

Miettinen dies in seven-car crash during Nurburgring race - BBC Sport

Racing driver Juha Miettinen dies following a seven-car crash during the qualifiers for a race in Germany.

Read more: Miettinen dies in seven-car crash during Nurburgring race - BBC Sport

Red Bull faces "awkward" Gianpiero Lambiase dilemma ahead of McLaren move, says David Coulthard - Motorsport.com

Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard believes Red Bull will inevitably be forced to place Max Verstappen's departing race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase on gardening leave to protect highly sensitive future car developments.
Lambiase, affectionately known as GP, has signed to join McLaren in 2028 as chief racing officer. While the move will come when his current contract with Red Bull expires ...Keep reading

Read more: Red Bull faces "awkward" Gianpiero Lambiase dilemma ahead of McLaren move, says David Coulthard - Motorsport.com