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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.10:10
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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, 07:20
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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, 06:11
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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, 06:11
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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, 05:30
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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, 05:20
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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, 07:30
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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, 07:30
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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, 06:05
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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, 06:05
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Bottas open to 2025 Alpine stint amid Cadillac interest
Valtteri Bottas has confirmed that discussions have taken place with both Alpine and Cadillac as he works toward a potential return to the Formula 1 grid.Jul 5, 07:11
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Wolff and Verstappen’s manager have sat down for talks
Max Verstappen's manager has confirmed that he has held talks with Mercedes boss Toto Wolff, amid ongoing speculation about the Red Bull star's future.Jul 5, 07:11
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Ben Sulayem will face FIA election rival in December
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem will face a challenger in December’s election, it was strongly rumoured on Thursday at Silverstone.Jul 4, 05:45
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Marko insists Verstappen is not free to join Mercedes
Amid intensifying rumours at Silverstone, Dr Helmut Marko has attempted to shut down speculation about Max Verstappen’s future with a blunt assessment.Jul 4, 05:45
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Bottas could jeopardise Cadillac deal with Alpine switch
Valtteri Bottas has been advised to think carefully before jumping at a potential mid-season return to Formula 1 with Alpine.Jul 3, 07:40
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Jos Verstappen hits back at 'headless chicken' rumours
Max Verstappen’s potential switch to Mercedes is dominating the Formula 1 rumour mill ahead of the British Grand Prix, with claims he may have already agreed in principle to the move.Jul 3, 07:40
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Silverstone pace vital for Verstappen and Red Bull
Red Bull could be poised for a rebound at Silverstone, following a dismal home race in Austria marked by Max Verstappen’s first-lap DNF and a general lack of pace.Jul 2, 08:25
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Funeral to delay Vasseur’s Silverstone return
The reason behind Frederic Vasseur’s abrupt departure from the Austrian Grand Prix paddock has been confirmed, following widespread speculation over his future at Ferrari.Jul 2, 08:25
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Doornbos claims Verstappen free to leave Red Bull
Max Verstappen may already have the option to leave Red Bull, despite being under contract through 2028.Jul 1, 08:10
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Vasseur set to resume duties at Silverstone amid speculation
Frederic Vasseur is expected to be back on Ferrari’s pit wall this weekend at Silverstone, following his sudden absence from the Austrian Grand Prix.Jul 1, 08:10