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How a Mercedes' pit stop issue derailed Russell's Spanish GP
Mercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord has admitted that an issue during George Russell's final pit stop at the Spanish Grand Prix, compromising his pace in the closing stint and ultimately allowing his teammate to catch and overtake him. The British driver left the Barcelona weekend having red...
Mercedes clarify reasons behind withdrawn right of review submission
Mercedes confirmed that it has withdrawn its Right of Review request concerning the penalties George Russell received and served during the Monaco Grand Prix, explaining the reasons behind its decision to drop the appeal. Already on Thursday, the FIA had confirmed that Mercedes had informed the stew...
'I got the most horrific stuff you could imagine': F1 reporter recalls backlash over Verstappen interview
Sky F1 reporter Rachel Brookes revealed that she received massive online abuse after asking Max Verstappen whether his infamous collision with George Russell at the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix had been a deliberate move. While the Barcelona weekend has only just come to an end, many still vividly rememb...
What Mercedes' Monaco appeal climbdown means for George Russell
Mercedes' decision to abandon its bid to challenge George Russell's controversial Monaco Grand Prix penalty may bring an end to the legal wrangling, but the wider implications for the British driver could prove far more significant than the points he lost on race day. At face value, the outcome is s...
F1 Today | Mercedes abandon Monaco appeal bid after Russell penalty dispute, Russell speaks out, Verstappen blasts Schumacher, Alonso gives new formula the thumbs down
In a late twist, Mercedes have decided against appealing the outcome of the Monaco Grand Prix, brining the matter to a close for the Silver Arrows. Meanwhile, George Russell reflects on the current F1 formula and Max Verstappen's dad, Jos, barks back at TV pundit. Mercedes have officially withdrawn...
Mercedes abandon Monaco appeal bid after Russell penalty dispute
Mercedes have officially withdrawn their request for a Right of Review into the controversial Monaco Grand Prix result, bringing an end to one of Formula 1's most unusual post-race disputes of the season. The Brackley-based team had initially sought clarification from the FIA after Alpine successful...
Carlos Sainz suggests radical F1 shakeup separating drivers and teams over course of the season
Williams driver Carlos Sainz has proposed one of the most radical structural changes suggested for Formula One, suggesting for a complete separation between drivers and teams to create a "true" drivers champion. The Spaniard said he is enjoying one of his "strongest seasons" in terms of the quality...
George Russell reflects on F1 reality with current issues "difficult to accept"
Frustrations are growing for George Russell who says his difficult start to the 2026 Formula One season are difficult for him to accept. The British driver was many people's favourite to win the championship after winning the opening race of the season in Australia. However, since then he has been...
Ferrari told to back Hamilton over Leclerc in 2026 title fight
The Scuderia Ferrari outfit have been urged to prioritise Lewis Hamilton over Charles Leclerc in their pursuit of the 2026 title, according to Jacques Villeneuve. Hamilton fired the Maranello-based team back to victory lane with a masterfully executed drive at the Barcelona Grand Prix. The win, his...
Heavy rain forecast for Sunday race at Czech Grand Prix in Brno
This weekend's MotoGP Czech Grand Prix in Brno could throw in yet another twist to the already-intriguing championship battle as heavy rain is forecast during Sunday's race. While the weather looks clear for all of Friday and Saturday, a deluge of heavy rain could potentially hit the circuit just as...
Alonso delivers blunt verdict on F1 power units after FIA regulation shift
Fernando Alonso has not held back his views on the limitations of the current Formula 1 power unit, speaking candidly amid a fresh wave of regulation tweaks confirmed by the FIA. Earlier, the FIA, Formula 1 and engine manufacturers agreed on a series of updates to the current regulations. The revisi...
FIA keeps Red Bull Racing in suspense over controversial decision
For now, Red Bull Racing remains in the dark over whether its internal combustion engine will still be considered Formula 1's strongest following a second review by the FIA. GPblog understands that the governing body is still analysing the data, with no indication yet as to when the process will be...
'Ferrari handed clear message over Hamilton and Leclerc after Villeneuve advice'
Ex-Formula One world champion Jacques Villeneuve claimed that Ferrari should already start backing Lewis Hamilton over Charles Leclerc in the title fight against Mercedes, and his comments have caused quite the stir with GPblog readers. Speaking to Sky Sports in Barcelona, Villeneuve said Ferrari s...
Russell slammed by ex-Williams driver over “excuses” as title ambitions come under fire
George Russell’s relatively inconsistent start to the 2026 campaign has sparked questions over his championship credentials from former Formula 1 driver Riccardo Patrese. The ex-Williams driver, reflecting on Russell’s early-season form, particularly given he began the year as one of the bookmakers’...
Alex Marquez cleared to take part in Czech GP just weeks after neck-breaking crash
Alex Marquez has been given the green light to take part in this weekend's Czech Grand Prix, pending a further assessment at the end of FP1. The Gresini rider suffered a brutal crash at the Catalan Grand Prix last month, fracturing the C7 neck vertebrae as well as breaking his collar bone in three...
McLaren confirms another upgrade package for Norris and Piastri
McLaren will introduce new upgrades to the cars of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the coming period, as confirmed to outlets including GPblog. With these adjustments, the British team hopes to at least keep pace with Mercedes and Ferrari. It wasn’t a flawless weekend in Barcelona, but McLaren at...
Verstappen gets first look at much-discussed Red Bull update
Max Verstappen is in England this Thursday, where he is visiting the Red Bull Racing factory. The Dutchman will likely take a seat in the simulator to prepare for the Austrian Grand Prix. No doubt Verstappen will also talk with his engineers about the updates planned for the Red Bull Ring. If the...
Peace between the US and Iran brings the F1 finale closer, but this circuit is on standby
With an initial agreement on peace between Iran and the United States, the Grands Prix of Qatar and Abu Dhabi have also come a step closer to going ahead. If those races are ultimately dropped, then a Portuguese Grand Prix in Portimao is the most logical option to conclude the season, GPblog hears i...
Antonelli’s pace leap leaves former Mercedes driver impressed amid title charge
Kimi Antonelli’s immense start to the 2026 campaign has continued to attract glowing praise, including from former F1 driver Valtteri Bottas, who has admitted to being surprised by the talent of the young Italian. Antonelli has so far kicked off the current campaign with a streak of six podium finis...
Jos Verstappen shuts down Schumacher's Mercedes claim with blunt response
Jos Verstappen has hit back at Ralf Schumacher following claims that Toto Wolff made what was described as a low-ball contract offer to his son, Max Verstappen. The former Formula 1 driver took to social media to challenge Schumacher's comments regarding the Mercedes team principal's reported attemp...
Hamilton backed for record-breaking eighth title as Ferrari gains on rivals
Riding the momentum of his victory in Barcelona, Lewis Hamilton has been backed to secure a record-breaking eighth Drivers' Championship by Formula 1 legend Riccardo Patrese. The Italian, who recently weighed in on Hamilton's impressive resurgence at Ferrari, believes a title triumph for the seven-t...
Marc Marquez reveals he warned brother Alex: 'We will fight'
Marc Marquez has opened up about his on-track relationship with brother Alex, and how they may be learning from the Spanish football team. The pair of Catalan brothers fought for last season’s MotoGP world championship with Marc beating runner-up Alex, winning his ninth title. Marc is famous for tak...
Where does Hamilton’s Barcelona GP win rank among his greatest career victories?
Lewis Hamilton added another standout moment to his career with victory at the Barcelona Grand Prix, but where does it sit among his very best wins during his long and illustrious Formula One career. From title-defining performances to wet-weather masterclasses and record-breaking drives, Hamilton’s...
Wolff accused of 'intentionally lowballing' Verstappen in Mercedes contract approach
Toto Wolff "lowballed" Max Verstappen with a contract offer to join Mercedes from Red Bull, according to former F1 race winner Ralf Schumacher. The four-time world champion has long been linked with a move to Mercedes. He was most strongly linked after Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari, however talk...
Hadjar fumes over Red Bull start issues: "I'm not a computer"
Isack Hadjar has delivered a blunt verdict on Red Bull’s start procedure after a poor start led to him playing catchup at the Barcelona Grand Prix, as he insisted the system is "too complicated" and "not working". The Red Bull driver qualified sixth but struggled off the line and was down in 14th by...
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