Tuesday, June 30, 2026

Monday, June 29, 2026

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

Sunday, June 28, 2026

"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

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Friday, June 26, 2026

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

Thursday, June 25, 2026

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

Tuesday, June 23, 2026

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

Monday, June 22, 2026

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

Sunday, June 21, 2026

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

Friday, June 19, 2026

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

Thursday, June 18, 2026

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

Monday, June 15, 2026

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

Sunday, June 14, 2026

"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

Saturday, June 13, 2026

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

Thursday, June 11, 2026

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

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

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

Monday, June 8, 2026

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

Sunday, June 7, 2026

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

Saturday, June 6, 2026

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

Friday, June 5, 2026

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

Thursday, June 4, 2026

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

Wednesday, June 3, 2026

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

Tuesday, June 2, 2026

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

Monday, June 1, 2026

'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