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FIA to assess political and financial stability for African GP
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FIA to assess political and financial stability for African GP
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says any potential Formula 1 race in Africa will need to meet strict standards for political and financial stability./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F44%2Fmax-verstappen.jpg)
Berger says Verstappen-Wolff yacht story was just coincidence
Formula 1 great Gerhard Berger doubts that Max Verstappen is seriously considering a switch to Mercedes, despite the intense speculation surrounding his future.Jul 16,
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Ferrari set to debut new rear suspension at Spa
With internal scrutiny mounting and rivals pulling ahead, Ferrari is pressing ahead with its final major developments for the 2025 Formula 1 season.Jul 16,
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Cadillac to announce first F1 driver as silly season heats up
The 2026 Formula 1 driver market is heating up fast as rumours swirl and teams begin to shape their future lineups.Jul 15,
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Audi rules out Christian Horner as an option, says report
Speculation that Christian Horner might be heading to Audi following his shock dismissal from Red Bull has already been quashed.Jul 15,
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Sit down, son, and apologise - Schumacher blasts Stroll
Lance Stroll is once again under fire for his conduct, following a controversial radio message after the British Grand Prix.Jul 15,
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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.Jul 14,
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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".Jul 14,
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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.Jul 14,
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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.Jul 14,
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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.Jul 14,
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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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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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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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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,