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Mercedes denies Sardinia yacht meeting with Verstappen
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Berger backs Mekies but questions his ruthless edge
Christian Horner’s downfall at Red Bull may have been partly self-inflicted, according to close friend and former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Ffranco-colapinto.jpg)
Colapinto safe for rest of 2025 - Renault Argentina
Franco Colapinto may be able to breathe a sigh of relief, as it appears his Alpine race seat is safe for the remainder of the 2025 Formula 1 season./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F06%2Ff1-mv-684d6bd7801ba874857244.jpg)
Mercedes denies Sardinia yacht meeting with Verstappen
Reports of a face-to-face meeting between Mercedes boss Toto Wolff and Red Bull driver Max Verstappen off the coast of Sardinia have now been dismissed as false./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F45%2Fmohammed-ben-sulayem.jpg)
Ben Sulayem insists Verstappen relationship is ‘as good as any’
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has rejected claims of a rift with reigning world champion Max Verstappen, insisting the relationship is "as good as with any other driver"./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fchristian-horner.jpg)
Mekies faces major Red Bull decisions after Horner exit
Christian Horner may have been sacked last week, but attention remains firmly fixed on the aftermath of his departure and the “new chapter” now unfolding at Red Bull Racing./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fchristian-horner.jpg)
Horner linked with Ferrari, Alpine, Aston and Cadillac
Jul.11 (GMM) Just as Christian Horner's 20-year adventure at Red Bull comes to an end, speculation about his next move is already heating up.Jul 11,
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Verstappen camp responds to Horner’s sudden exit
Christian Horner's sudden dismissal has stunned the Formula 1 paddock, triggering widespread speculation about the reasons behind the Red Bull boss’ abrupt departure.Jul 10,
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FIA boss hints at Chinese team joining Formula 1 grid
Mohammed Ben Sulayem has added fuel to his re-election campaign by signalling support for expanding the Formula 1 grid to include a twelfth team, possibly from China.Jul 10,
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Vasseur may face oversight as Ferrari weighs leadership shake-up
Ferrari's difficult 2025 season may be explained, at least in part, by a mysterious technical issue and a potential reshuffle of team management could be on the cards as well.Jul 10,
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Hulkenberg nearly signed by Red Bull and Ferrari
Nico Hulkenberg’s long-awaited first Formula 1 podium at Silverstone has reignited talk of the opportunities that slipped through his fingers during a career spanning nearly 250 grands prix.Jul 9,
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Marko shrugs off Verstappen’s virtual Mercedes drive
Max Verstappen’s Formula 1 future looks set to dominate headlines yet again this week, as tensions continue to rise at Red Bull Racing.Jul 8,
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Verstappen and Hadjar back Perez for Cadillac seat
Sergio Perez is getting support from within the paddock as rumours grow about a potential Formula 1 return in 2026 with Cadillac.Jul 7,
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Newey walks away from 2025 car discussions - Alonso
Adrian Newey is already looking ahead to 2026 and showing little enthusiasm for Aston Martin’s current Formula 1 car, Fernando Alonso has revealed.Jul 7,
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Hadjar says Red Bull future not discussed with Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has yet to raise the subject of 2026 with Red Bull junior Isack Hadjar, despite the rookie’s standout debut season in Formula 1.Jul 7,
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Wolff reveals he hit Raikkonen over Russell insult
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has confessed to slapping a former Formula 1 champion following an incident at the 2018 FIA end-of-season prize giving gala.Jul 7,
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Flavio Briatore shuts down Bottas replacement talk
Flavio Briatore has pushed back against mounting speculation that Valtteri Bottas is being lined up to replace Franco Colapinto at Alpine later this season.Jul 7,
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Verstappen finds solace in Hulkenberg podium
Max Verstappen’s British Grand Prix may have included a costly spin and a low-key fifth place, but the Red Bull driver insists it’s no cause for concern.Jul 7,
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Lando Norris wins controversial British Grand Prix as all-time streak finally ended
Home favourite Lando Norris wins his first-ever British Grand Prix in a controversial race at Silverstone which also saw an all-time streak finally ended.Jul 6,
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Verstappen pole and barbecue boost Red Bull morale
A shock pole position and a celebratory barbecue at Christian Horner’s place have brought much-needed calm to the eye of Red Bull’s recent storm.Jul 6,
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Cadillac confirms Mick Schumacher is on 2026 driver list
Mick Schumacher could be on the verge of returning to Formula 1, with Cadillac confirming the German is under serious consideration for a 2026 race seat.Jul 6,