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Hamilton sparks laughter with 'slow down' advice to soon-to-be F1 champion Antonelli
Lewis Hamilton sparked laughter during the FIA press conference ahead of the United States Grand Prix with a cheeky response when asked whether he had any advice for Kimi Antonelli. The seven-time world champion then turned serious, praising the young Italian for his performances and attitude throug...
Piastri delivers worrying Red Bull verdict after Verstappen's resurgence
Oscar Piastri believes Red Bull have made significant progress in recent races, describing Max Verstappen's team as the most consistently competitive on the grid. The McLaren driver also highlighted Ferrari's impressive cornering performance, suggesting that the Italian outfit continues to lose valu...
MotoGP Phillip Island faces 100% rain forecast for Australian Grand Prix
Rain looms over the final MotoGP weekend at Phillip Island, potentially turning the Australian Grand Prix into a wet‑weather showdown. The event also marks the circuit’s farewell, as the 2026 season will be its last before Adelaide’s street circuit takes over as Australia’s MotoGP venue. The forecast adds extra drama to an iconic track’s swan song.
F1 Today: Hamilton explains costly error as Horner rules out Red Bull comeback
Lewis Hamilton details the strategy blunder that cost him a podium finish at the Singapore Grand Prix, blaming an early tyre change and miscommunication with the pit crew. Meanwhile, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner confirms there will be no comeback for former boss Christian de Vries, ruling out any return to the team even a year after his dismissal. The roundup also covers other F1 headlines from the weekend, offering a quick look at the latest driver and team developments.
Piastri gives final verdict on Norris clash ahead of United States Grand Prix
Oscar Piastri has expressed his satisfaction with how McLaren handled his collision with Lando Norris during the Singapore Grand Prix Sprint, insisting that the team has dealt with the incident appropriately. The Australian is now ready to move on as McLaren looks to recover from a challenging perio...
Hamilton reveals what went wrong in costly Ferrari strategy gamble
Lewis Hamilton has explained the reasoning behind his unsuccessful strategy gamble at the Singapore Grand Prix, admitting that his decision to stay out rather than pit proved costly. The seven-time world champion defended his approach, insisting that he will continue to challenge Ferrari's strategic...
'If you put Verstappen in the Ferrari, he would have won the race with more margin'
Isack Hadjar argues that Max Verstappen's impact at Red Bull goes beyond the RB22's capabilities, claiming the Dutch driver could have won the Singapore Grand Prix by an even larger margin if he were behind the wheel of a Ferrari. Hadjar's comments suggest that Verstappen's skill, rather than just the car, is the decisive factor in his recent victories.
Horner reveals unexpected Red Bull phone call after Verstappen victories
Christian Horner has revealed that senior Red Bull figures contacted him to express their gratitude following the team's first Formula 1 victory with its own power unit, admitting that the conversation with CEO Oliver Mintzlaff was very different from their previous exchange. The former Red Bull tea...
Alonso makes intriguing Aston Martin admission: 'We cannot tell you everything'
Fernando Alonso has revealed that Aston Martin already understands the problems affecting its performance, although the Spaniard admitted that not everything can be disclosed publicly. The two-time Formula 1 world champion remains confident that improvements are coming, despite acknowledging that th...
Marko makes clear who Racing Bulls should pick between Lawson and Tsolov
Former Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko believes Racing Bulls should replace Liam Lawson with Nikola Tsolov for the 2027 Formula 1 season, insisting that promoting the Bulgarian would be in keeping with the philosophy established by the team's founder, Dietrich Mateschitz. The Faenza-based outfit has y...
Colapinto pleased to see Verstappen address growing F1 abuse problem
Franco Colapinto has spoken out against online abuse in Formula 1, revealing that both he and members of his Alpine team have been targeted by offensive messages. Speaking to GPblog and other media ahead of the United States Grand Prix, the Argentine also welcomed Max Verstappen's recent interventio...
Gasly hails Verstappen's impressive resurgence with 'Max is back' claim
Pierre Gasly believes Max Verstappen is firmly back in contention at the front of Formula 1, with the Alpine driver highlighting the Dutchman's resurgence as one of the reasons why the battle between the leading teams has become increasingly exciting. However, the Frenchman has also raised concerns...
Lando Norris risks becoming first F1 champion in 29 years to suffer this fate
Lando Norris may go down in history as the first defending Formula 1 champion in 29 years to finish a season outside the podium, a fate not seen since 1997. The McLaren star, fresh off his 2025 world title, struggles to recapture his winning form in 2026, with inconsistent qualifying and poor race results dragging his championship bid. Analysts point to a struggling car, strategic missteps and tougher competition as key factors that could leave Norris ending his inaugural reign far from the top of the standings.
Horner makes feelings crystal clear over possible Red Bull comeback
Christian Horner has addressed the possibility of returning to Red Bull more than a year after his dismissal as team principal. The Briton, who spent two decades leading the Milton Keynes-based outfit, has also opened up about his relationship with the team's shareholders following his departure. Ho...
Audi hand highly rated young talent F1 debut at these two Grands Prix
Audi announces that 18‑year‑old British prodigy Freddie Slater will debut in Formula 1 at the Mexican Grand Prix, followed by a second appearance at the Brazilian Grand Prix. The 2026‑season rookie will take part in Friday practice (FP1) at both events, giving the team a chance to evaluate one of the sport’s most promising young talents.
Helmut Marko slams Christian Horner over book release timing: “Incomprehensible”
Helmut Marko publicly condemns Christian Horner’s new book, calling it a "collection of untruths" and questioning its release on the anniversary of Red Bull founder Dietrich Mateschitz’s death. Marko criticises the content and timing, sparking tension within the Red Bull Racing leadership as the book launch looms.
Ferrari vice-chairman weighs up Antonelli move: 'Maybe one day it will happen'
Ferrari vice‑chairman Piero Ferrari says he’d love to see young Italian Kimi Antonelli drive a red Ferrari someday. He praised Antonelli’s talent ahead of the US Grand Prix, where the Mercedes‑backed driver will have his first chance at the 2026 title. Ferrari notes that any move must respect existing contracts, but the enthusiasm from the Scuderia’s leadership hints at future possibilities.
Toto Wolff reveals he is already 'vetting' his own replacements in Mercedes succession plan
Ahead of the United States Grand Prix, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says he is already vetting two or three candidates to succeed him as team principal, acknowledging his part‑owner status will likely keep him tied to the squad. Wolff’s early succession planning underscores the F1 powerhouse’s intent to maintain its dominance, while hinting at potential internal reshuffle before the season’s final races.
Lando Norris promises to make 'better decisions' as McLaren introduce Austin upgrades
Lando Norris has vowed to make "better decisions" in the aftermath of his controversial crash with teammate Oscar Piastri at the Singapore GP Sprint. In his preview of this weekend's Austin GP, the reigning world champion said he "takes responsibility for my mistakes." With both Piastri and Norris i...
Perez wants to race at Le Mans with Verstappen and Alonso: ‘That would be great’
Sergio Perez says he’d love to join Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso for the 2026 24 Hours of Le Mans, citing the chance to “have fun” with the two stars as a major draw. The Cadillac driver confirmed the wish in an exclusive GPblog interview, hinting at a possible multi‑driver lineup that could see the Red Bull duo and the seasoned Spaniard sharing the grid.
Marc Marquez retirement claim emerges amid concerns over Pedro Acosta
MotoGP race winner Marco Melandri suggests Marc Marquez may retire after just five more races, arguing that a tenth world title would be a fitting finale. Marquez has repeatedly hinted his career is winding down since the season’s start, amid ongoing injury concerns and the rising threat of 19‑year‑old prodigy Pedro Acosta. The speculation adds intrigue to the upcoming races as fans wonder if Marquez will bow out on a high note.
Christian Horner reveals George Russell-Red Bull talks amid Max Verstappen-Mercedes saga
In one of his final acts as Red Bull team principal and CEO, Christian Horner has claimed he approached George Russell's management team over a potential move to the Milton Keynes team, while Mercedes pursued their own move for Red Bull's Max Verstappen. Frustrated with Mercedes' "public courting" o...
Mercedes confirm Austin GP upgrades after 'difficult' Malaysia and Singapore weekends
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has confirmed that both drivers Kimi Antonelli and George Russell will use the Silver Arrows' latest upgrade package in Austin after running a split-spec strategy at the Singapore GP. While Antonelli had the latest specification of the Mercedes W17 in Singapore, he...
Lewis Hamilton reunites with title-winning Mercedes engineer at Ferrari
Ferrari have hired Jasper van Schaick, an engineer from Mercedes' power unit division, to join their chassis department. Van Schaick, who worked at Mercedes during Lewis Hamilton's title-winning seasons, confirmed on LinkedIn that he started at Maranello this month as a chassis vehicle system specia...
Max Verstappen can equal Lewis Hamilton's long-standing Austin record this weekend
Max Verstappen heads to the Circuit of the Americas this Sunday with a chance to match Lewis Hamilton’s record of five wins at the venue. Hamilton holds the all‑time most wins (five) in Austin, while Verstold has four victories and arrives on a strong Red Bull streak. A win would see Verstappen equal the long‑standing record, adding drama to the upcoming Grand Prix.
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