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Marko Reveals Tsunoda Took Lawson Decision Calmly After Phone Call

Dec.20 - Yuki Tsunoda "would have deserved" a promotion to Red Bull Racing, but lost out to Liam Lawson in key areas. That's the explanation of team advisor Dr Helmut Marko, as..

December 20, 2024 with 1 Comment

Bottas Eyes Cadillac Seat in 2026 After Mercedes Reserve Role

Dec.20 - Valtteri Bottas intends to use his new job at Mercedes as a launching pad to return to the Formula 1 grid. The team has confirmed the widespread rumours by announcing..

December 20, 2024 with 2 Comments

Isack Hadjar Joins Racing Bulls: A New Chapter in Formula 1

The Visa Cash App Racing Bulls (VCARB) team has officially announced that Isack Hadjar will join their lineup alongside Yuki Tsunoda for the 2025 FIA Formula One World..

December 20, 2024 with 1 Comment

Perez Closing F1 Chapter and Negotiating Top Hypercar Return

Dec.20 - Sergio Perez's next move in motorsport could already be imminent, sources have told an authoritative Spanish sports newspaper. With the Mexican driver and Red Bull..

December 20, 2024 with 1 Comment

European Commission Delays Liberty Media’s MotoGP Takeover Investigation

Dec.20 - A probe that could stall F1 owner Liberty Media's plans to also acquire MotoGP has now been officially launched. When Liberty made its announcement in April, the American..

December 20, 2024 with 0 Comments

Hamilton Joins Ferrari Without Mercedes Engineers Amid 2025 Overhaul

Dec.20 - Frederic Vasseur says Ferrari's car for the 2025 season will be "completely new". It's a surprising statement, given the Maranello based team's end-of-season..

December 20, 2024 with 1 Comment

Carlos Sainz Drives Home Ferrari's Ultimate Farewell Tribute

Dec.19 - Carlos Sainz may be leaving the team, but he will at least put a Ferrari Formula 1 car in his garage at home. La Gazzetta dello Sport reveals that the Maranello based..

December 19, 2024 with 5 Comments

Verstappen Praises Norris for Retracting Brazil GP Luck Comment

Dec.19 - Max Verstappen says he has no hard feelings after 2024 title rival and friend Lando Norris retracted a controversial comment. After Verstappen's impressive run through..

December 19, 2024 with 2 Comments

Ferrari Confirms Hamilton’s January Test Ahead of 2025 Launch

Dec.19 - Ferrari isn't setting a precise date for Lewis Hamilton's first test at the wheel of a red Formula 1 car in January. Boss Frederic Vasseur has revealed that the fabled..

December 19, 2024 with 1 Comment

Adrian Newey's Aston Martin Move Fails to Tempt Verstappen

Dec.19 - Max Verstappen has denied he has ever considered a move to Aston Martin. This week, in wide-ranging interviews with the broadcaster Viaplay, the quadruple world champion..

December 19, 2024 with 1 Comment

Sergio Perez Exits Formula 1 as Red Bull Plans 2025 Shakeup

Dec.19 - Sergio Perez has "no plan B" after losing his Formula 1 race seat at Red Bull, his father reveals. The Mexican driver announced in a statement that he has "reached an..

December 19, 2024 with 5 Comments

Carlos Sainz 2024 Beyond the Grid Podcast

Carlos Sainz: From Setbacks to a New Chapter with Williams in 2025 Carlos Sainz's 2024 Formula 1 season has been nothing short of a rollercoaster, with twists and turns that would..

December 18, 2024 with 0 Comments

F1 Nation: 2024 Abu Dhabi F1 GP Review Podcast

Abu Dhabi GP Wrap-Up: McLaren's Triumph, Ferrari's Near Miss, and Hamilton's Next Chapter As the sun set over Yas Marina, the 2024 Formula 1 season reached its thrilling..

December 18, 2024 with 0 Comments

Reliable Reports Declare Perez Leaving Red Bull for 2025

Dec.18 - Multiple highly respected broadcasters and publications are all reporting in unison that Sergio Perez is definitely departing the Red Bull Racing lineup for 2025. In..

December 18, 2024 with 8 Comments

Verstappen Confident in Aggressive Racing Style Amid Penalty Risk

Dec.18 - Max Verstappen says his relationships with two separate Formula 1 rivals are still on track. The quadruple world champion fell out badly with George Russell in Qatar, in..

December 18, 2024 with 7 Comments

Verstappen Defends Perez After Red Bull's 2024 F1 Car Woes

Dec.17 - Sergio Perez's career-endangering struggle with the 2024 Red Bull car "wasn't always his fault". That's the view of Max Verstappen, who is facing the prospect of a new..

December 17, 2024 with 3 Comments

Kerpen Rejects Honour for Michael Schumacher Despite Historic Impact

Dec.17 - Ralf Schumacher has slammed a political decision to deny his famous brother Michael an honorary citizenship of a town synonymous with his career. The siblings were born..

December 17, 2024 with 0 Comments

Verstappen Rules Out Quick Exit from Red Bull F1 Contract

Dec.17 - Max Verstappen has played down the likelihood that he will ever use his contract's famous 'exit clauses'. In an end-of-year interview with Viaplay, the new quadruple..

December 17, 2024 with 0 Comments

Montezemolo Urges F1 to Revive Racing Spirit and Duels

Dec.17 - Regulators should go easier on Formula 1 drivers to accelerate the "emotion" of the sport. That is the view of former long-time Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo,..

December 17, 2024 with 0 Comments

Marko Warns Tsunoda Faces Tough Red Bull Promotion Battle

Dec.17 - Yuki Tsunoda is "just one of many talents" among the Red Bull program, Dr Helmut Marko has warned. Appearing at a Honda event in Tokyo, the Japanese driver rated his..

December 17, 2024 with 1 Comment

Montezemolo Questions Ferrari Decision to Oust On-Form Sainz

Dec.17 - Ousting the on-form Carlos Sainz and replacing him with Lewis Hamilton for 2025 and beyond is a "risk". That's the view of former long-time Ferrari president Luca di..

December 17, 2024 with 2 Comments

Max Verstappen Praised for Inspiring Young Drivers in Rwanda

Dec.16 - FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem praised Max Verstappen for completing his 'community service' with a smile. After Ben Sulayem clamped down on driver swearing,..

December 16, 2024 with 0 Comments

Top F1 Voices Insist 24 Races Must Be Absolute Limit

Dec.16 - As an African GP edges ever nearer, three top Formula 1 personalities insist the calendar must not be expanded beyond its current 24 grands prix. Max Verstappen served..

December 16, 2024 with 3 Comments

Hamilton’s Ferrari Move Risks Big Career Problem, Says Schumacher

Dec.16 - Lewis Hamilton could soon be facing a "big problem" in his Formula 1 career, according to former grand prix winner Ralf Schumacher. Schumacher admits both the seven time..

December 16, 2024 with 3 Comments

Briatore Questions Colapinto Hype Amid Doohan's Alpine F1 Promotion

Dec.16 - Flavio Briatore has clarified speculation that Jack Doohan's Formula 1 race career could be over almost before it even begins. Just prior to the 2024 season finale in Abu..

December 16, 2024 with 3 Comments

Tsunoda or Lawson: Red Bull’s 2025 Dilemma Deepens

Dec.16 - Yuki Tsunoda pre-empted a flurry of questions about his future whilst appearing at a Honda event in Tokyo. "No questions about next season, as we have been advised," the..

December 16, 2024 with 2 Comments

Liberty Media Faces Regulatory Hurdle in MotoGP Acquisition Battle

Dec.16 - A major European Union probe into F1 owner Liberty Media's planned acquisition of MotoGP looks set to be launched. A month ago, amid swirling rumours the EU may not allow..

December 16, 2024 with 0 Comments

Lando Norris Reflects on 2024 Season & Acknowledges Verstappen’s Brilliance

Dec.16 - Lando Norris has hit reverse gear on a controversial comment he made recently about his friend and 2024 title rival Max Verstappen. One of the final blows to Norris'..

December 16, 2024 with 1 Comment

F1 Rivals Verstappen and Russell Find Truce at GPDA Meeting

Dec.13 - The intense heat seems to have dissipated after the Max Verstappen versus George Russell spat. When the pair were exchanging barbs and insults over the Qatar GP..

December 13, 2024 with 0 Comments

Alpine’s Ruthless Moves Hint at Doohan’s Uncertain F1 Future

Dec.13 - Flavio Briatore has dropped a worrying hint about Jack Doohan's immediate future in Formula 1. On the face of it, it's smooth sailing for the son of MotoGP legend Mick..

December 13, 2024 with 1 Comment

Steiner Demands Permanent F1 Stewards for Consistent Penalties

Dec.13 - Gunther Steiner says the stewarding situation in Formula 1 is his biggest gripe about the sport at the moment. Inconsistency in stewards decisions, particularly when it..

December 13, 2024 with 1 Comment

Brembo Ends Rumours and Reaffirms Ferrari Partnership Before 2025 Season

Dec.12 - In a swift response to swirling rumours, Brembo, the world-renowned braking systems powerhouse based in Bergamo, Italy, has categorically denied any claims of a rift with..

December 12, 2024 with 0 Comments

Tsunoda Impresses in Red Bull Test Amid 2025 Lineup Pressure

Dec.12 - Two top Honda officials are hoping Yuki Tsunoda is chosen to replace Red Bull's endangered Sergio Perez for 2025. Most insiders and analysts agree that Red Bull bosses..

December 12, 2024 with 3 Comments

Ocon Invited to Bid Farewell to Alpine Team Staff

Dec.12 - Esteban Ocon is "welcome" to return to Alpine's UK factory to say goodbye, team boss Oliver Oakes has revealed. The French driver was ousted by the team just before the..

December 12, 2024 with 2 Comments

FIA Rejects Williams' Plea Amid $7 Million Crash Fallout

Dec.12 - F1's governing body has turned down a plea from the Williams team. The James Vowles-led outfit has suffered a perhaps unprecedented string of big crashes recently, not..

December 12, 2024 with 3 Comments

Gunther Steiner Slams Haas' Lack of Ambition in Formula 1

Dec.12 - Haas' team owner is content merely to "participate" in Formula 1. That's the frank claim of the small American team's former boss Gunther Steiner, who was sacked by owner..

December 12, 2024 with 0 Comments

African Grand Prix Plans Gain Momentum with iSwiss Bank CEO Aleo

Dec.12 - One of the financiers behind plans for a grand prix in Africa has emerged in the form of Christopher Aleo. According to Corriere dello Sport, the 38-year-old Italian -..

December 12, 2024 with 1 Comment

Hamilton's Ferrari Era Begins: Five Visits & New Cockpit Design

Dec.12 - In the last few months alone, Lewis Hamilton visited Ferrari's Maranello headquarters on no fewer than five separate occasions. That's the claim of the authoritative..

December 12, 2024 with 2 Comments

Cadillac F1 Chooses Ferrari Power for 2026 Formula 1 Debut

Dec.11 - Cadillac F1, the new General Motors-backed Formula 1 team set to debut in 2026, will be initially powered by customer Ferrari power units. Originally, when the ultimately..

December 11, 2024 with 1 Comment

FIA President Criticized Amid Verstappen & Norris Rivalry Intensifies

Dec.11 - Max Verstappen is set to escape additional penalties for calling Formula 1 stewards "stupid idiots" over the radio during the Abu Dhabi season finale. The quadruple world..

December 11, 2024 with 7 Comments

Tsunoda Impresses Red Bull Engineers During Crucial Abu Dhabi Test

Dec.11 - Yuki Tsunoda admits his aim at the wheel of Max Verstappen's title-winning Red Bull car in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday was to "impress". Most insiders see Liam Lawson as the..

December 11, 2024 with 5 Comments

Yas Marina Test Closes 2024 F1 Season with Record 2,578 Laps

Dec.11 - The curtain has officially fallen on the 2024 Formula 1 season as the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi hosted its traditional post-season test today. All ten teams hit the..

December 11, 2024 with 1 Comment

A Legendary Ferrari Journey: Exclusive Ecclestone Collection Tour

Step into the dazzling world of Ferrari history with Tom and Bernie Ecclestone as they guide you through an extraordinary walkaround of the Ecclestone Grand Prix Collection. This..

December 11, 2024 with 0 Comments

Exclusive: Bernie Ecclestone Reflects on His Formula 1 Legacy and Grand Prix Collection

In an intimate and revealing interview, Formula 1’s godfather, Bernie Ecclestone, opens up about his decision to part ways with his extraordinary and unparalleled Grand Prix and..

December 11, 2024 with 1 Comment

Hamilton Bids an Emotional Farewell to PETRONAS in Malaysia

Dec.10 - In a poignant moment for Formula 1 fans and Mercedes supporters alike, Lewis Hamilton has officially said goodbye to PETRONAS on what will likely be his final visit to..

December 10, 2024 with 0 Comments

Lawson Smiles as Red Bull Announcement on Perez Nears

Dec.10 - Liam Lawson's smile may have given the game away as the hopeful New Zealander concluded his Formula 1 season in Abu Dhabi. He is the big favourite to replace Sergio Perez..

December 10, 2024 with 2 Comments

Alonso Predicts Colapinto’s Swift Formula 1 Return Amidst Rising Interest

Dec.10 - Fernando Alonso thinks Franco Colapinto will be back on the Formula 1 grid "sooner or later". Alonso's own driver management company, A14 Management, has successfully..

December 10, 2024 with 1 Comment

Ferrari Banks on Hamilton's Arrival to Boost 2025 Title Hopes

Dec.10 - With Carlos Sainz already sitting in a Williams, Ferrari expects that the arrival of Lewis Hamilton in 2025 will give the Italian team a "good boost". Recently, the..

December 10, 2024 with 2 Comments

Vasseur Confirms Potential Sainz Comeback for Future Ferrari Seasons

Dec.9 - Ferrari is not closing the door on a potential future return for Carlos Sainz. To make way for the arrival of Lewis Hamilton, team boss Frederic Vasseur told Sainz early..

December 9, 2024 with 2 Comments

Verstappen's Super License Woes Loom Over Upcoming F1 Season

Dec.9 - Max Verstappen may have added to his troubles with the FIA during the 2024 season finale in Abu Dhabi. It has now been confirmed that, for his community service penalty..

December 9, 2024 with 0 Comments

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