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Sainz disagrees with Alonso as 'very low' quality row grows
Fernando Alonso labels the back‑of‑the‑grid drivers as “very low” quality, but his claim meets resistance from fellow Spaniard Carlos Sainz, who dismisses the criticism. The debate heats up at the Circuit of the Americas when Alex Albon attempts an overtake on Alonso for 12th at Turn 11 on the opening lap, resulting in a side‑impact. The incident highlights the tension between veteran champions and the sport’s lower‑ranked competitors.
Mercedes can secure both titles in Mexico City: here's how
Mercedes can clinch both the Drivers' and Constructors' championships at the Mexico City Grand Prix, but only if Ferrari collapses. The Italian team must lose at least 39 points to the German squad, meaning a Mercedes win is essential for the title double. With Ferrari poised for one of its poorest Sundays, the race could decide the championship outcome.
Mexico City GP trend continues and hits Verstappen and Russell
A total of 10 rookie drivers will feature during the first free practice session of the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend. The Mexico City Grand Prix is usually one of the weekends when teams give rookie drivers an opportunity. This year is no different, as every team except Ferrari will field a rookie...
Russell and Leclerc called up by the FIA at the Mexico City Grand Prix
George Russell, Charles Leclerc and Sergio Perez will headline the drivers' press conference at the Mexico City Grand Prix later today. The Mexico City Grand Prix at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez is next on the Formula 1 calendar and marks the second round of the current triple-header. As usual,...
MotoGP injury update: Jorge Martin, Raul Fernandez, and more
After sustaining an injury at the Australian Grand Prix, Jorge Martin will be evaluated after FP1 in Malaysia. The decision could have big implications for his ongoing title battle with Ducati's Marc Marquez. Martin crashed out during the Sprint at the Australian Grand Prix last Saturday. X-rays rev...
Max Verstappen holds key to Kimi Antonelli's F1 title in Mexico
Max Verstappen could end up deciding Kimi Antonelli's coronation at the Mexico City Grand Prix. If Verstappen wins on Sunday, or if anyone other than George Russell or Lewis Hamilton wins, Antonelli is world champion wherever he finishes. Verstappen also won both Mexican races in which Hamilton seal...
F1 fans blast Liberty Media CEO who says you don't need to watch every F1 race to be a fan
Liberty Media CEO Derek Chang sparked a firestorm among Formula 1 fans after stating that viewers don’t have to watch every Grand Prix to be considered fans. Speaking at an Axios/The Race Media event in Austin, his comment provoked a wave of angry responses that accuse the sport’s owners of “destroying F1.” The backlash highlights growing tension between the series’ commercial strategy and its core audience.
Red Bull launches review into Max Verstappen's US GP strategy
Red Bull announces a formal review of Max Verstappen's United States Grand Prix strategy after a turbulent race. The inquiry will examine the 2026‑revamped strategy department, now led by a new head of race strategy and featuring fresh race‑call communication from Verstappen, while his veteran race engineer prepares to depart. The team hopes the review will pinpoint where decisions went wrong and guide future tactics.
Racing Bulls hand Liam Lawson's car to 2027 rival Tsolov for Mexico FP1
Racing Bulls announce that Bulgarian rookie Nikola Tsolov will replace Liam Lawson in the team's car for the Mexico City Grand Prix first practice on October 29, 2026. This marks Tsolov's debut in an official Formula 1 session, while the team still deliberates which driver will earn a race seat for the 2027 season. The move pits the two 2026 teammates against each other as direct rivals for the upcoming year’s lineup.
Daniel Ricciardo reveals the humiliation he hid when Liam Lawson took his seat
Daniel Ricciardo tells the Beyond the Grid podcast that he concealed a profound humiliation after Racing Bulls swapped him for Liam Lawson in 2024. The Australian driver admits the dismissal drained his motivation, leaving him without the will to fight for his seat. Ricciardo reflects on the personal toll of the mid‑season change and how it shaped his outlook on Formula 1.
Ford names Verstappen as a target for its GT and Le Mans Hypercar plans despite Mercedes deal
Ford wants Max Verstappen in its sportscar programmes, even though the Dutchman's GT3 team races Mercedes-AMG machinery. Ford Racing global director Mark Rushbrook told De Telegraaf that the four-time world champion is firmly on the manufacturer's radar. The comments add to a link that already exist...
Lawrence Stroll's Aston Martin racks up £2.3 billion in losses since taking over
Aston Martin has reported a £77 million pre-tax loss for the third quarter of 2026, with the luxury carmaker’s financial difficulties continuing despite a sharp rise in revenue. The latest results concern Aston Martin Lagonda, the road car manufacturer, rather than the separately operated Formula 1...
Brundle issues clear verdict on Oscar Piastri's ongoing struggles
Former Formula 1 driver Martin Brundle was disappointed to see Oscar Piastri endure another challenging weekend this season at the Circuit of the Americas. Piastri qualified ahead of his teammate Lando Norris for the United States Grand Prix, but unlike the defending world champion, he was unable to...
F1 Today | Sergio Perez's new F1 deal tops the news while Kimi Antonelli makes a decision for 2027
Sergio Pérez seals a new Cadillac Red Bull contract extending through at least the end of 2027, while teammate Valtteri Bottas remains uncertain about his own future. Meanwhile, rising star Kimi Antonelli announces his chosen race number for the 2027 season. The roundup covers these headline F1 developments from Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026.
Ferrari poised to line up Beganovic for Mexico FP1 as Hamilton or Leclerc must make way
Ferrari confirms Dino Beganovic will pilot their SF-26 in the Mexico City Grand Prix FP1, forcing either Lewis Hamilton or Charles Leclerc to miss Friday's first hour. The Swedish rookie joins the team’s experimental line‑up, though Ferrari has not revealed which veteran will sit out the session.
Mattio Binotto turns to former Mercedes engine boss to lead Audi's F1 power unit push
Audi has appointed the former managing director of Mercedes-AMG High Performance Powertrains in the hope of boost its own engine development.Thomas Fuhr will join as CEO of Audi Formula Racing GmbH on 1 November and responsible for developing and building the power unit for Audi's Formula 1 project...
Lando Norris makes staggering claim as he addresses his public mistakes
Lando Norris confesses to regretting his on‑camera comments, admitting he’s “not the best” at handling media moments. In a Sky Sports F1 interview with Martin Brundle, the reigning world champion says he now re‑watches his post‑race interviews and questions why he reacts the way he does, hinting at a more reflective approach moving forward.
Perez has something at Cadillac he never had before in F1
Sergio Pérez signs a multi‑year extension with Cadillac and says his top ambition is to help shape the American F1 squad, not just chase personal wins. In an exclusive GPblog interview, he outlines his role in car development, the team's growth targets and his vision for Cadillac's future in Formula 1.
Latest Iran war warning raises fresh questions over F1’s Qatar and Abu Dhabi finale
Formula 1’s planned season finale in Qatar and Abu Dhabi faces further scrutiny after a report that the United States has warned Gulf countries to prepare for a possible renewal of military action against Iran after the American midterm elections. The Wall Street Journal reported on October 28 that...
The boy Maranello turned away: How Kimi Antonelli slipped through Ferrari's fingers
Kimi Antonelli stands directly on the threshold of motorsport immortality. Heading into the Mexico City Grand Prix with a commanding 123-point championship cushion courtesy of a blistering ninth Grand Prix victory of the campaign in Austin, the 20-year-old sensation can already seal the deal. As det...
Isack Hadjar given ticking off by former F1 driver after apologising to his Red Bull team
Former F1 star Ralph Schumacher chastises Red Bull rookie Isack Hadjar for losing his cool on the team radio during the United States Grand Prix weekend in Austin. After qualifying, Hadjar admitted he owed his engineer an apology, prompting Schumacher to tell the French driver to "calm down" and keep his emotions in check.
Lewis Hamilton identifies issues to address to battle at the front
Lewis Hamilton says his United States Grand Prix performance, though just short of the podium, gave him crucial data to fine‑tune his car for a title fight. After finishing fourth behind Max Verstappen and Kimi Räikkönen at the Circuit of the Americas, the seven‑time champion identified specific areas—tyre management, corner entry speed, and aerodynamic balance—that must improve if he hopes to challenge Verstappen for future victories. Hamilton’s candid assessment signals a focused rebuild ahead of the next race weekend.
Red Bull's unfixable problem could hurt Verstappen more in Mexico than anywhere else
Max Verstelhoff heads to Mexico City as the clear favourite, but Red Bull’s persistent launch‑traction flaw—acknowledged by team chief Laurent Mekies as unfixable before 2027—could be his biggest Achilles’ heel on the 830‑metre pole stretch at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez. The article explains how a weak getaway will be most exposed at this circuit, threatening Verstappen’s chances despite his season‑long dominance.
Cadillac keeps Valtteri Bottas in the dark after Sergio Perez contract extension
Cadillac finalises Sergio Perez’s contract extension, securing his seat for the next few seasons, but leaves Valtteri Bottas’s future uncertain. The Finnish ex‑Mercedes driver remains a potential 2027 teammate, while American racer Colton Herta also emerges as a contender for Perez’s partner role.
Sergio Perez signs major multi-year Cadillac F1 contract extension
Cadillac Formula 1 Team have officially put an end to any speculation surrounding their driver line-up for the coming campaigns, confirming that Sergio 'Checo' Perez has signed a major multi-year contract extension. The new agreement binds the experienced Mexican driver to the American project until...
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