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Zak Brown launches new attack on Red Bull: 'We want to fight everyone equally'
Zak Brown has once again launched an attack on Red Bull GmbH's ownership of both Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls. In an open letter, the American CEO reaffirmed his stance on the same owner having multiple teams in Formula 1. McLaren is celebrating its 1000th Grand Prix this weekend in Monte Carlo....
Norris and Leclerc called to stewards before action has even begun in Monaco
Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc have been called to the stewards even before racing has begun at the Monaco Grand Prix. Norris and Leclerc will have to attend the FIA stewards in Monte Carlo for the 'late attendance of the Thursday press conference'. The two drivers were part of the first group of...
Lewis Hamilton says future F1 stars are being priced out as karting costs hit 'impossible' levels
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton has warned that rising karting costs are making it increasingly difficult for talented young drivers from ordinary backgrounds to reach Formula 1, saying the pathway that helped launch his own career is becoming "highly unlikely, if not impossible." Speaking ahead of th...
Russell reaffirms in Monaco: 'It is Antonelli's title to lose now'
George Russell once again handed the favourite tag to his teammate Kimi Antonelli in the battle for the 2026 World Drivers' Championship ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix. According to the Briton, the title is Antonelli's to lose. Having started the season as the favourite for the championship, Russell...
Norris knows shortcut to trying out new cars: 'Just don't tell Zak'
Since the Canadian Grand Prix, Lando Norris has spoken about his passion for driving various cars, including the latest generation of Formula E challengers. The Briton had a cheeky answer when asked how he plans to try out many new things in the future. Together with expressing interest in testing t...
Leclerc reveals key reason for penning new Ferrari deal: 'I really believe'
Charles Leclerc believes Frederic Vasseur can lead Ferrari to success after signing a new contract extension with the Scuderia. The Monegasque driver highlighted that the team principal is one of the main reasons why he believes in the Italians' project. Leclerc had no doubt about signing a new cont...
Verstappen sounds alarm as Ocon admits: "At today's prices I would not be here"
Formula 1 has a talent pipeline problem, and three of its own drivers said so out loud in Monaco on Thursday. Max Verstappen, Esteban Ocon and Alexander Albon were asked during the press conference whether karting remains the best route into the sport for young drivers, or whether simulators and che...
Verstappen laughs at key weakness: 'We're not that great there'
Max Verstappen says Monaco can always spring surprises, but highlighted Red Bull Racing’s weaknesses ahead of the weekend in Monte Carlo, which could make things difficult for the Dutchman. Red Bull Racing scored its first ever podium in Monaco. While Verstappen did not rule it out completely, he un...
Leclerc admits he had alternatives before committing to Ferrari: 'There were offers'
Charles Leclerc has revealed that he had other offers on the table before deciding to sign a third contract extension with Ferrari, although he declined to disclose which teams had approached him. By extending his stay with Ferrari once again, Leclerc has made it clear where he sees his future. The...
Hamilton steals Monaco spotlight with ultra-rare Ducati arrival
Lewis Hamilton made a memorable entrance ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, arriving in the Principality aboard one of the world's rarest motorcycles. The Ferrari driver was spotted riding the Ducati Panigale V4 S 100 through the streets of Monaco, instantly attracting attention from fans and p...
Stroll refuses to confirm F1 future: "I'm just thinking about Monaco right now"
Lance Stroll is not thinking about next year. Or if he is, he is not saying so. Speaking to media in Monaco on Thursday ahead of this weekend's Grand Prix, the Aston Martin driver declined to confirm his plans beyond the current season, leaving his 2027 future deliberately unresolved and deflecting...
Bearman declines to guarantee Haas stay for 2027 season
Oliver Bearman would not view spending another season at Haas in 2027 as a 'bad thing', despite seeing his former F2 team-mate Kimi Antonelli make the step up to Formula 1 and immediately establish himself as a race winner and title contender, even though the two drivers belong to the same generatio...
Gasly opens up on Alpine's 'amazing' new chapter with Gucci
Pierre Gasly has commented on the recent news of the partnership between Alpine and Gucci, with the Italian fashion giant set to become the French team's title sponsor from next season, replacing long-serving backer BWT. From 2027 onwards, Alpine will adopt Gucci's iconic red and green colours, movi...
Moto3 race winner disqualified over two weeks after Catalan Grand Prix
In a bizarre turn of events for last weekend's Moto3 race winner, Brian Uriarte, it was announced this morning that his results from the previous Catalan Grand Prix in mid-May have been nullified, despite the race taking place over two weeks ago. The 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup winner, who was startin...
Hulkenberg backs change Verstappen is demanding against own team Audi: "I'm open for it"
Nico Hulkenberg has broken ranks with his own constructor on one of Formula 1's most politically charged technical debates. Speaking to GPblog during the Monaco Grand Prix media day on Thursday, the Audi driver said he is open to the proposed shift to a 60/40 combustion-to-electrical power split in...
'Ferrari or Leclerc? Who wins from F1 contract extension?'
Charles Leclerc has just signed a new multi-year contract with Ferrari on the eve of his home Grand Prix in Monaco. Will it prove to be the right decision? GPblog's Jim Kimberley and Ben Hunt discuss it in the latest episode of the GPblog Paddock Update! The Monegasque has effectively committed hims...
Bottas laughs off Cadillac departure claims: 'Someone just makes up complete b*****t'
Valtteri Bottas wasted no time addressing the rumours that circulated last week suggesting his position at Cadillac was under threat. Speaking to media in Monaco on Thursday ahead of this weekend's Grand Prix, the Finnish driver was direct in his dismissal of the speculation - and equally direct abo...
Perez brushes aside Red Bull question: 'Let's jump this one now'
Fresh from a solid weekend in Montreal, Sergio Perez believes he remains "one of the best" drivers in Formula 1. The Mexican admitted that his difficult spell at Red Bull, particularly during his final months with the team, took a toll on his confidence and left him questioning himself at times. The...
Monaco GP goes luxury mode as F1 teams unveil stunning new hospitality units
The allure of the Monaco Grand Prix extends far beyond the track this year, with several teams unveiling upgraded and rebranded hospitality units in the heart of the Principality. As many as four outfits arrive in Monte Carlo with refreshed hospitality centres, we take a peek into the centres this w...
Aston Martin left waiting on engine upgrade as Honda admits: "I can't say which summer''
Honda's chief executive Shintaro Orihara gave a candid and quietly humorous account of the power unit development programme during a media session in Monaco, confirming that a meaningful upgrade is in preparation but declining to commit to any precise timeline beyond a vague reference to summer, fol...
Guenther Steiner rules out Marc Marquez signing for MotoGP team, targets Moto2 talent instead
Guenther Steiner has ruled out the possibility of Marc Marquez signing for his satellite KTM team, but hopes to target some raw talent from the Moto2 class instead for 2027. Former Haas F1 team principal Guenther Steiner recently took over as CEO of KTM's Tech3 satellite team. Despite some speculati...
Aston Martin provide crucial Adrian Newey update ahead of Monaco GP
Aston Martin Chief Trackside Officer Mike Krack has confirmed that Team Principal Adrian Newey is expected to make his return to the pit wall this weekend in Monaco, marking his first appearance trackside after several races away. It has been since Melbourne that the British designer, who has also t...
Antonelli issues clear title stance ahead of Monaco amid growing gap to Russell
Heading into the Monaco Grand Prix with a comfortable lead at the top of the Drivers’ Championship standings, Kimi Antonelli has now taken a bigger look to assess his chances of winning his maiden Formula 1 world title. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver, who claimed his first F1 victory at the Chinese...
Monaco Grand Prix schedule explained as F2 and F3 get early start
Formula 1, Formula 2 and Formula 3 action continues this season with the Monaco Grand Prix next on the calendar. However, the race week in the Principality comes with a unique twist, as the weekend begins on Thursday rather than the traditional Friday. Here’s why both F2 and F3 get their Monaco GP r...
The mega yachts dominating Monaco this weekend
As a journalist covering the Monaco Grand Prix, the goal each year is always the same - get onboard one of the yachts moored in its famous marina. As the Principality prepares for the 2026 Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend, the waters of Port Hercule and the surrounding French Riviera have once again bec...
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