General image of the Formula 1 logo on June 29, 2024
Miami GP's 2041 contract unique, Garfinkel explains
The Miami Grand Prix has secured its place on the Formula 1 calendar until 2041, a landmark agreement that ensures the event's longevity as the sport's longest-contracted race, far outpacing the uncertain futures of European circuits like Imola and Barcelona.
May 6, 10:30
Otmar Szafnauer at the Belgian GP on July 30, 2023
Ex-Alpine boss Szafnauer eyes 12th F1 team spot
Otmar Szafnauer, former team principal at Alpine and Aston Martin, has unveiled his ambition to spearhead the creation of a 12th Formula 1 team, expanding the grid to its maximum capacity.
May 6, 10:00
Fernando Alonso pictured on September 21, 2024
Aston Martin struggles not wearing me down - Alonso
Fernando Alonso has firmly denied feeling "tired" of competing in uncompetitive Formula 1 cars, despite Aston Martin's dismal performance in the 2025 season.
May 5, 09:40
Fernando Alonso on April 4, 2025
Fixing 2025 Aston Martin not Newey's job - Alonso
Fernando Alonso has dismissed suggestions that Adrian Newey should divert his efforts to salvaging Aston Martin's underperforming 2025 Formula 1 car, emphasising that the renowned designer's focus is rightly on the 2026 project.
May 2, 12:15
Lewis Hamilton on March 22, 2025
Hamilton may quit Ferrari amid poor form - insiders
A surprising possibility has emerged in the race to secure Max Verstappen for 2026, with speculation mounting that Lewis Hamilton could retire from Ferrari after just one season, potentially opening a seat for the reigning world champion.
Apr 24, 13:00
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen in April 2025.
Aston Martin, Mercedes 'unlikely' for Verstappen
Fernando Alonso has cast doubt on speculation that Max Verstappen will join Aston Martin for the 2026 Formula 1 season, describing such a move as "unlikely."
Apr 24, 12:30
General image of the Formula 1 logo on June 29, 2024
Russian exposes pay-to-join F1 academy offers
Russian teenager Kirill Kutskov has shed light on the financial barriers embedded in certain Formula 1 team driver development programmes, revealing that some require substantial payments for entry.
Apr 24, 11:30
Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024
Newey-Stroll tensions arise over Aston's 2025 woes
Signs of strain are emerging in the nascent partnership between Adrian Newey and Aston Martin, as the team grapples with its dismal 2025 Formula 1 campaign.
Apr 23, 12:15
Carlos Sainz on April 12, 2025
Choosing Sainz or Hamilton a tough call - McLaren CEO
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has revealed that choosing between Carlos Sainz and Lewis Hamilton for a vacant seat at the Woking-based team would have been a challenging decision.
Apr 23, 11:45
Fernando Alonso on April 4, 2025
Aston abandons '25 for '26 amid wind tunnel troubles
Despite significant factory upgrades, the expertise of Adrian Newey, and whispers linking Max Verstappen to the team, Aston Martin remains mired at the back of the Formula 1 grid, with Fernando Alonso describing the outfit as arguably "the last team" in 2025.
Apr 21, 10:17
Max Verstappen on October 27, 2024
Rumour - Red Bull may stick with Honda for 2026
A compelling rumour circulating in the Jeddah paddock could quell speculation about Max Verstappen's potential departure from Red Bull.
Apr 20, 11:03
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen in April 2025.
Max Verstappen secures Saudi Arabia Grand Prix pole after Lando Norris crashes out in Q3
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen qualifies fastest for Sunday's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix after Championship leader Lando Norris crashes out in Q3.
Apr 19, 18:28
Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024
Newey focused only on 2026, not 2025 car rescue
Aston Martin has made it clear that Adrian Newey will not be tasked with rescuing the team's faltering 2025 Formula 1 season.
Apr 18, 10:45
Max Verstappen on October 27, 2024
Alpine emerges as surprise contender for Verstappen
Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher has suggested Alpine could be a dark horse in the race to sign Max Verstappen for 2026.
Apr 17, 15:00
McLaren driver Lando Norris after winning Australian Grand Prix in March 2025.
Boss backs Norris against mental weakness claims
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has staunchly defended championship leader Lando Norris amid criticism of his mental fortitude.
Apr 15, 14:45
Fernando Alonso on April 4, 2025
Montezemolo, de la Rosa, mourn Alonso's 'sad' season
Witnessing Fernando Alonso battle with a woefully underperforming Formula 1 car, unable to score a single point in 2025 so far, is "painful" and "sad" for those close to him.
Apr 15, 10:15
Fernando Alonso on April 4, 2025
Alonso's loose steering wheel sparks FIA probe
The FIA has launched an investigation into an alarming incident during Bahrain practice, where Fernando Alonso's steering wheel came loose in his hands.
Apr 13, 07:50
Flavio Briatore at the Abu Dhabi GP on November 26, 2023
Briatore eager for Alpine's Renault engine exit
Flavio Briatore is counting down to Alpine's switch from Renault's works engines at the season's end.
Apr 13, 07:19
Fernando Alonso on April 4, 2025
Alonso slams F1's media overload
Fernando Alonso has a straightforward suggestion for enhancing Formula 1: "Less media."
Apr 11, 13:00
Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024
Lack of 'Newey effect' at Aston Martin 'surprising'
A former Formula 1 driver has expressed astonishment that Adrian Newey's influence has not yet surfaced at Aston Martin.
Apr 9, 12:00
Fernando Alonso pictured on September 21, 2024
Alonso stands up for 'boring' Suzuka GP
Fernando Alonso has come to the defence of the Suzuka circuit following widespread grumbling about the lacklustre Japanese Grand Prix.
Apr 8, 13:20
Lance Stroll on September 1, 2024
Honda to help shape Aston Martin's driver lineups
Honda is poised to play a role in determining Aston Martin's future driver lineup, perhaps even starting with the team's 2026 campaign.
Apr 8, 12:50
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen after winning Japanese Grand Prix in April 2025.
Verstappen sparked emergency meeting before win
Max Verstappen was the driving force behind an urgent technical meeting at Red Bull's Milton Keynes headquarters, held in the days before he clinched his first win of the season from pole at Suzuka.
Apr 7, 12:00
Helmut Marko pictured on August 31, 2024
Marko slams Horner rumours as 'absolute nonsense'
Dr Helmut Marko has fiercely dismissed suggestions that his influence within Red Bull has waned, labelling such reports as baseless.
Apr 6, 08:50
Helmut Marko pictured on August 31, 2024
Bortoleto faced up to Marko after 'B driver' insult
Formula 1 newcomer Gabriel Bortoleto directly addressed Dr Helmut Marko after the Red Bull advisor branded him a 'B-grade' driver in recent media remarks.
Apr 4, 08:30
Fernando Alonso pictured on September 21, 2024
Newey yet to offer big ideas for 2025 car - Alonso
Adrian Newey has not yet proposed any improvements at all for Aston Martin's current Formula 1 car, according to Fernando Alonso.
Apr 4, 08:07
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri speaks to the media in Singapore on September 19, 2024
Piastri targets 2025 title ahead of teammate Norris
Oscar Piastri is brimming with assurance that he can contend for the 2025 drivers' championship.
Apr 1, 09:45
Fernando Alonso pictured on September 21, 2024
Rene Arnoux predicts end for Alonso's F1 career
A prominent ex-Formula 1 driver believes Fernando Alonso's time in the sport is drawing to a close.
Mar 31, 08:10
Yuki Tsunoda pictured on November 23, 2024
Honda backs Tsunoda for Aston Martin switch
Honda has signalled its preference for Yuki Tsunoda to transition to Aston Martin.
Mar 27, 12:30
Fernando Alonso pictured on September 21, 2024
Alonso admits neck injury amid China GP drama
Fernando Alonso has confessed to competing through the Chinese GP weekend while nursing a slight neck injury.
Mar 26, 09:15
Lewis Hamilton on January 22, 2025
F1 stars divided on V10 engine revival
Formula 1's leading drivers are divided on whether the sport should fast-track the return of lightweight, loud, fan-favourite V10 engines.
Mar 21, 14:45
Nico Hulkenberg pictured on March 13, 2025
Hulkenberg better than Bottas in 'driver feedback'
Simply changing the driver lineup will eventually pay off in actual laptime, confident Sauber technical boss James Key has declared.
Mar 21, 11:47
Fernando Alonso pictured on September 21, 2024
Alonso clams up for Aston Martin's transition year
Fernando Alonso entertained a crowd of journalists in Melbourne by dodging questions about what he'd gleaned from driving his Aston Martin in practice.
Mar 15, 09:55
Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024
Newey's 'magic' only weeks away, predicts Alonso
Fernando Alonso is optimistic that Adrian Newey's "magic" could shine through at Aston Martin within a matter of "weeks".
Mar 14, 09:15
Jack Doohan pictured on December 10, 2024
Marko backs Briatore's threat to axe Doohan
Red Bull adviser Dr Helmut Marko believes Alpine's Flavio Briatore is not bluffing about potentially dropping Jack Doohan from his race seat in the near future.
Mar 13, 11:30
Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024
Newey yet to touch Aston Martin's 2025 car
Adrian Newey has not yet lent his renowned expertise to Aston Martin's 2025 car.
Mar 13, 09:00
Yuki Tsunoda pictured on November 23, 2024
Tsunoda's 2026 future to be clear soon - Honda
Yuki Tsunoda's 2026 destiny will crystallise "very quickly" this year, predicts Koji Watanabe, president of Honda Racing Corporation.
Mar 6, 10:10
General image of the Formula 1 logo on June 29, 2024
F1 paddock crowns McLaren Bahrain test champions
With Bahrain's pre-season testing now complete, Formula 1 insiders unanimously point to McLaren as the frontrunners for the upcoming Australian Grand Prix.
Mar 3, 11:00
Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024
Aston Martin faces dual on and off-track F1 woes
Aston Martin's green-clad crew wore dour expressions at the Bahrain test, grappling with issues both on and off the circuit.
Mar 3, 10:30
Carlos Sainz pictured in July 2024
GPDA's Sainz proposes budget fix for F1 testing
Carlos Sainz, newly appointed director of the Grand Prix Drivers' Association, is urging Formula 1 to rethink its restrictive testing policies.
Mar 3, 09:30
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