Robert Doornbos
Nico Rosberg questions Hamilton's excuses
Lewis Hamilton's ex-Mercedes teammate has harshly criticized the seven-time world champion for continually making excuses regarding his struggles in 2024.
Apr 21, 07:46
Red Bull power struggle: Ongoing, or temporary 'peace'?
"Peace" has settled over Red Bull, Bernie Ecclestone, the previous Formula 1 CEO, has observed.
Apr 15, 17:34
Sainz's apparent Mercedes move: One or two-year deal?
Several respected Italian newspapers, with insider information, are converging on the view that Carlos Sainz is likely to join Mercedes for the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Apr 15, 17:31
Marko not denying Aston Martin's swoop for Newey
Dr Helmut Marko is not denying that Aston Martin has made a huge-money offer to lure Adrian Newey away from dominant Formula 1 team Red Bull.
Apr 9, 08:34
Red Bull still mired by 'a lot of unrest'
The power struggle and Christian Horner scandal may have died down publicly, but there's still "a lot of unrest behind the scenes" at Red Bull.
Apr 8, 09:21
Red Bull not ruling out 2025 promotion for Tsunoda
Yuki Tsunoda has leapt into contention to secure a promotion to Red Bull's top team for 2025.
Apr 8, 09:20
Critics and FIA slam Alonso for dangerous driving
Fernando Alonso's aggressive manoeuvre during the final stages of the Australian GP has sparked significant controversy. Critics, including seasoned commentators and the FIA itself, believe Alonso's action of "using his elbows" exceeded acceptable limits.
Mar 25, 08:09
Wolff confronts rumours over his F1 future amid Mercedes struggle
Toto Wolff, the team principal and part-owner of Mercedes, acknowledges that media inquiries regarding his continuity in Formula 1 are justified as the team's prior dominance seems increasingly distant.
Mar 25, 08:07
The race for Sainz: Four F1 teams in the mix for 2025
Carlos Sainz is now a hot topic among a growing list of Formula 1 teams eyeing him for the 2025 season.
Mar 25, 08:02
Hamilton's patience wears thin with Mercedes troubles
Lewis Hamilton has reached the limits of his patience with Mercedes, as stated by ex-Red Bull racer Robert Doornbos.
Mar 24, 13:06
Bearman's F1 debut sparks debate over Sainz's future
A provocative hypothesis circulating suggests Carlos Sainz might face challenges reclaiming his position in the Ferrari cockpit this season.
Mar 18, 16:37
'Why not' replace Sainz with Bearman, F1 insider wonders
One wild theory suggests that Carlos Sainz might struggle to get back at the wheel of his Ferrari this year.
Mar 18, 07:08
Wolff not ruling out Sainz for 2025 Mercedes seat
Carlos Sainz got his quest for another top seat in Formula 1 off to a flying start in Bahrain by chasing home the dominant Red Bull one-two.
Mar 3, 06:39
Horner affair now 'private' after new anonymous leak - Red Bull
Red Bull GmbH, the parent company of the dominant Formula 1 team, insists the scandal that put the sword of Damocles over team principal Christian Horner's entire career is now "private".
Mar 1, 07:06
Even Batman may not win in a 2025 Ferrari - Briatore
Many of the most well-known names in the Formula 1 paddock are already chewing over Lewis Hamilton's shock decision to scrap his Mercedes deal for 2025 in order to move to Ferrari.
Feb 2, 06:20
Marko admits sudden Mercedes slump 'surprising'
A recent surge in performance by Mercedes looks to have collapsed in Brazil.
Nov 5, 05:43
New 'very dark' cloud hangs over Perez future
As Max Verstappen celebrated his return to form and Red Bull celebrated the 2023 constructors' title on Sunday, a new dark cloud gathered over Sergio Perez.
Sep 25, 07:27
Verstappen 'the fastest and the best' - Marko
Max Verstappen left no doubt about it at Suzuka - the Singapore performance crisis is over.
Sep 24, 04:46
Ricciardo will not be at Suzuka - CEO
Liam Lawson will definitely keep filling in for the injured Daniel Ricciardo at Suzuka this weekend.
Sep 18, 07:36
Wolff denies Hamilton contract talks off the rails
Toto Wolff has denied that his contract negotiations with Lewis Hamilton are going off the rails.
Jul 4, 07:13
Red Bull tried to slow dominant Verstappen - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko says Red Bull tried to slow runaway championship Max Verstappen en route to yet another victory on Sunday in Barcelona.
Jun 5, 07:32
Marko slams Perez for 'stupid' qualifying crash
Dr Helmut Marko lashed out at Sergio Perez's "stupid" qualifying crash that may just have cost the Mexican his shot at the world championship.
May 28, 07:37
No team orders as F1 title battle heats up
A lack of wheel-to-wheel action in Sunday's Azerbaijan GP aside, the world championship battle is at least interesting.
May 1, 07:45
Another F1 driver attacked for watch
Another Formula 1 driver has had his expensive watch stolen from his wrist.
Apr 17, 08:17
Red Bull can run car lower than rivals - Wurz
Alex Wurz says Red Bull's dominance this year is about more than just a highly-efficient DRS.
Mar 27, 06:50
Italian press says Binotto definitely departing
The Italian media remains convinced that Mattia Binotto will not remain Ferrari's team boss in 2023.
Nov 28, 04:51
New F1-backed female racing series has 'no chance'
Formula 1's plans for an all-female support category is already attracting early speculation.
Nov 19, 05:14
'Terrible' Singapore GP 'doesn't matter' - Verstappen
After what he described as a "very messy" weekend in Singapore, Max Verstappen will try again to wrap up his 2022 drivers' title this weekend in Japan.
Oct 3, 04:53
Promising juniors in short supply - pundits
There is a shortage of really promising talents coming up the ranks towards Formula 1.
May 21, 08:31
Dehydrated Verstappen lost 3kg in Miami
Max Verstappen reportedly lost three kilograms due to dehydration en route to victory in Miami.
May 10, 07:26
Verstappen vs Leclerc 'won't go wrong' - Doornbos
Max Verstappen's new title head-to-head will not echo the ultra intense rivalry he had in 2021 with Lewis Hamilton.
Apr 4, 09:00
Marko doubts Mercedes can catch up in 2022
Mercedes will struggle to intervene in the new Max Verstappen versus Charles Leclerc head-to-head for the 2022 title.
Mar 28, 08:03
Mercedes faster after 'surprising' engine boost
Red Bull is concerned that title rival Mercedes has stolen a competitive march as their 2021 battle rages on.
Oct 11, 07:00
Remaining tracks '50-50' for title chargers - Horner
Max Verstappen's sensational run from last on the grid to second at the chequered flag is akin to "victory" for the Dutchman and Red Bull.
Sep 27, 08:04
Chinese driver on pole to be Bottas teammate
A Chinese driver has raced into pole position to be Valtteri Bottas' teammate at Alfa Romeo next year.
Sep 7, 08:09
Verstappen fans 'want to see a win' - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko is keeping the pressure on Max Verstappen's shoulders, after correctly predicting the Dutchman would take pole position at his home circuit on Saturday.
Sep 5, 09:19
Hamilton 'games' provoked booing - Marko
Lewis Hamilton deserved the sea of boos from the Formula 1 spectators after qualifying in Hungary.
Aug 1, 08:38
Hamilton win celebrations were 'political' - Plooij
A prominent Dutch Formula 1 pundit thinks Lewis Hamilton's jubilant post-British GP celebrations had a "political" edge.
Jul 21, 08:38
Upgrades not reason for Hamilton 'pole' - Wolff
Toto Wolff has denied that Mercedes' car upgrades explain Lewis Hamilton's shock pole position for the first-ever 'sprint qualifying' F1 race.
Jul 17, 09:06
F1 figures slam Verstappen 'burnout' ban
Three Formula 1 personalities have slammed the sport's governing body for clamping down on the type of chequered flag 'burnout' indulged by Max Verstappen last Sunday.
Jun 29, 08:20
