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Hamilton has one clear target in mind ahead of United States GP
Lewis Hamilton is hoping to fight for a podium finish at the United States Grand Prix, despite acknowledging the challenges awaiting Ferrari in Austin. Hamilton starts Sunday's race from fifth on the grid, one place behind Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc. The Briton showed encouraging pace during...
Not only Verstappen: Another F1 driver needs painkillers to survive Austin bumps
Carlos Sainz has backed Max Verstappen's criticism of the bumps at the Circuit of the Americas, revealing that he also needs painkillers to cope with the physical demands of driving at the Texas circuit. The Williams driver questioned how the track passed FIA inspections, comparing the conditions in...
Verstappen’s Red Bull worked on again before race start in Austin
Red Bull Racing replaced two components on Max Verstappen’s car ahead of the United States Grand Prix. These were the rear crankshaft seal and a component by the left-rear brake. Aston Martin, Audi and Cadillac also carried out work under parc fermé conditions, all with FIA approval. Verstappen’s r...
F1 United States GP: Final starting grid as multiple penalties reshape the order
Kimi Antonelli will start the 2026 United States Grand Prix from pole position, with Max Verstappen alongside him on the front row. However, several penalties have reshuffled the starting order in Austin, while a late decision by Aston Martin means Lance Stroll will begin Sunday's race from the pit...
F1 LIVE | Follow the US Grand Prix as Kimi Antonelli has championship point at COTA
Kimi Antonelli eyes his first chance to seal the 2026 F1 World Drivers' Championship at the United States Grand Prix in Austin. The race kicks off at 15:00 local (20:00 GMT) on October 25, with Antonelli starting from pole position after a dominant qualifying performance. The live blog will track every lap, pit stop and championship‑changing moment at the Circuit of the Americas.
Isack Hadjar pinpoints Red Bull advantage over Antonelli ahead of crucial US GP
Isack Hadjar has highlighted a potentially key Red Bull advantage over Kimi Antonelli ahead of the US GP, in which the young Mercedes driver can become the youngest-ever F1 world champion. Chances of Antonelli becoming champion in Austin are admittedly slim, with the Italian needing to win the Gran...
Verstappen has more than just victory on his mind ahead of United States GP
Max Verstappen has made clear that he intends to make life difficult for Kimi Antonelli at the United States Grand Prix, where the Mercedes driver has the first mathematical opportunity to secure his maiden Formula 1 title. Speaking during the drivers' parade in Austin, the Dutchman praised his youn...
Max Verstappen delivers telling Antonelli verdict ahead of future F1 title showdown
Max Verstappen is relishing the prospect of fighting 2026's champion-elect Kimi Antonelli in next year's F1 world championship, with the Dutchman hoping to have a competitive enough car to battle the Mercedes driver. Since the return of F1 from the summer break, no driver has looked able to challeng...
Toto Wolff left red-faced after Kimi Antonelli's stunning US GP Pole lap
Toto Wolff has admitted Mercedes were not expecting Kimi Antonelli to secure Pole Position at the US GP, with the Austrian joking the Silver Arrows' guests for the weekend will think he is "totally incompetent" over that judgement. Mercedes have appeared out of sorts during recent weekends, ever si...
Last-minute pit lane start confirmed at United States Grand Prix
Aston Martin confirms that Lance Stroll will line up from the pit lane at the United States Grand Prix in Austin after a new internal‑combustion engine and turbo are fitted. Originally slated for P16 despite earlier penalties, the late‑stage power‑unit swap forces a pit‑lane start for the 56‑lap race on October 25, 2026. The move underscores the team’s ongoing engine‑upgrade battle ahead of the season finale.
Charles Leclerc issues Lewis Hamilton warning ahead of Ferrari Turn 1 battle at US GP
Ahead of the United States Grand Prix, Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc warns that both he and teammate Lewis Hamilton must respect a “line not to cross” at Turn 1 of the Circuit of the Americas. Starting from fourth and fifth on the grid, the pair face a crucial battle for the opening corner, a focal point after Ferrari showed strong pace in qualifying. Leclerc’s caution underscores the high stakes for the Italian team as they aim to convert early speed into race points.
Max Verstappen holds major advantage as strategies laid out for US GP
Pirelli releases its fastest tyre strategy for Sunday's US Grand Prix, highlighting a clear edge for Max Verstappen and Red Bull. The preview follows a dramatic qualifying session where Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli (likely) struggled, while Verstappen secured pole. With the Dutch driver set to start from the front and Red Bull's race plan already spotted, the article outlines how the tyre choices could cement Verstappen's championship lead in Austin.
2027 Saudi Arabia Dakar race cancelled amid Middle East unrest
The FIA announces the cancellation of the 2027 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia, which was slated for Jan. 1‑15, 2027, citing escalating regional conflict. The decision follows a U.S. State Department directive earlier this week to evacuate non‑essential diplomatic personnel and families from Saudi Arabia amid the unrest. Organizers say safety concerns for competitors, staff, and spectators are paramount, leaving the iconic off‑road event on hold until conditions improve.
Vasseur shuts down excuse for Ferrari's US GP Qualifying: 'That would be bulls**t'
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has shut down any notion that windy conditions played a part in the team's poor Qualifying performance at the United States GP. Despite looking strong in practice, drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton qualified P4 and P5, respectively. Having topped each of...
Norris admits he did a bad job at COTA despite driving the 'hardest car' ever
Lando Norris admits he underperformed at the United States Grand Prix qualifying, despite describing his McLaren as the "hardest car" he's ever driven. After a problematic Q3 session, Norris qualified eighth but believes the car had second‑place pace, blaming the gap on his own mistakes.
Cynical Verstappen lashes out at Austin circuit boss after qualifying
Max Verstappen has been complaining about the bumps at the Circuit of the Americas all weekend. The Dutchman loves the track, but thinks the bumps are awful and called them unacceptable. Circuit Director Bobby Epstein responded to previous Verstappen's comments, saying that the circuit is in excelle...
US Grand Prix starting grid shaken up after various power unit grid penalties
The starting grid for the United States Grand Prix will differ from the final qualifying order due to various grid penalties for changing power unit components. Kimi Antonelli claimed pole position for the United States Grand Prix, where he could secure his first-ever Formula 1 world title. The Ital...
Bottas shares clear verdict on rumors surrounding his Cadillac future
Valtteri Bottas brushes off speculation about his future with the Cadillac F1 team, saying his situation is "all good" as the 2026 season winds down. With only a handful of seats left for 2027, the article also notes that Haas still needs to finalize Oliver Bearman's contract, highlighting the ongoing driver market shuffle.
Hamilton disagrees with Verstappen in debate over COTA bumps
Lewis Hamilton pushes back against Max Verstappen’s criticism of the Circuit of the Americas, calling the track’s bumps a source of character and confirming his own back is fine. While several drivers have weighed in on the uneven surface, Hamilton stands firm that the irregularities aren’t a safety issue.
Jeremy Clarkson under fire after Colapinto joke: 'No place for these remarks in F1'
Jeremy Clarkson sparks controversy after quipping on TV that Argentine driver Franco Colapinto likely earned a penalty because of his nationality. Colapinto's manager condemns the remark, emphasizing there is "no place for these remarks in F1." The young driver heads to the United States Grand Prix already carrying a grid penalty for exceeding his allocated power‑unit components this season.
Hadjar rues missed front row after ‘disaster’ weekend despite P3 in qualifying
Isack Hadjar has described his United States Grand Prix weekend as a “disaster” despite qualifying third behind Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen. The Frenchman said track-limit deletions and difficulty completing a lap on the soft tyre made the practice sessions difficult, where he also made it cle...
Charles Leclerc reveals where Ferrari lost pace in Q3 after qualifying setback
Charles Leclerc says Ferrari’s tyre performance let them down in Q3, costing the team a shot at pole for the United States Grand Prix. After topping both practice sessions, Leclerc expected a showdown with Max Verstappen, but Lewis Hamilton ultimately clinched pole. The Monegasque driver pinpointed the loss of grip in the final qualifying segment as the critical issue that dropped Ferrari’s pace.
'Hamilton has bounced back like a true champion after a very difficult season'
Mario Andretti has praised Lewis Hamilton's performances at Ferrari in 2026, highlighting the seven-time world champion's recovery following a difficult first season with the Italian team. The former Formula 1 champion also expressed his hopes of seeing the Scuderia challenge for the world title in...
Aprilia shares new update on Martin's recovery plan after heavy crash
Aprilia confirms that MotoGP champion Jorge Martin will skip the upcoming European round to focus on treatment after a high‑speed crash on Lap 8 of the Australian Grand Prix Sprint at Phillip Island. X‑rays show a fracture, prompting the team to prioritize his recovery plan rather than a quick return. Martin entered the weekend as the championship leader, and the decision underscores the severity of his injuries and the team's cautious approach.
Wet weather flips MotoGP weekend on its head with all races cancelled
Severe rain forces a total shutdown of the MotoGP weekend at Phillip Island, with MotoGP, Moto2 and Moto3 races all cancelled despite a provisional pit‑lane opening time. The cancellation comes just before the series moves its Australian Grand Prix from Phillip Island to the Adelaide Street Circuit, leaving fans and teams scrambling for alternatives.
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