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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F38%2Ftoto-wolff.jpg "Toto Wolff pictured on August 31, 2024")
Another F1 team boss downplays V10 engine hype
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has echoed Ferrari's Frederic Vasseur in dismissing premature excitement over a potential V10 engine comeback in Formula 1.Mar 4, 15:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Ffrederic-vasseur.jpg "Frederic Vasseur pictured on July 2024")
V10 return talk premature for F1, says Ferrari boss
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has tempered enthusiasm about the potential resurgence of naturally-aspirated V10 engines in Formula 1, calling it "too early" to discuss.Feb 28, 08:15
Flex changes split '25 into two-part F1 season
The 2025 Formula 1 season may mark the final year of the current regulations, but teams are already bracing for a crucial mid-season shift that could reshape the championship.Feb 21, 08:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F05%2Flewis-hamilton.jpg "Lewis Hamilton on January 22, 2025")
New Ferrari 'four tenths' faster than 2024 car
Early data suggests Ferrari's all-new SF-25 could be a major step forward, with initial simulator estimates indicating it is "around four tenths" faster than its predecessor.Feb 20, 09:45
F1 launch could leave hardcore fans 'disappointed'
Formula 1's first-ever collective season launch event may not be aimed at "hardcore fans," according to Mercedes boss Toto Wolff.Feb 18, 17:00
Some teams to only upgrade '25 cars once - Vasseur
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur believes some teams may upgrade their cars just once in 2025 before shifting their focus entirely to the new regulations in 2026.Feb 17, 13:50
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F42%2Fcharles-leclerc.jpg "Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc at United States Grand Prix in October 2024.")
Crucial year for Leclerc as Hamilton arrives - Allievi
Renowned Italian Formula 1 journalist Pino Allievi believes Charles Leclerc's reputation will be on the line in 2025 as he faces off against seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari.Feb 17, 10:51
Hamilton feeling settled amid high expectations
Lewis Hamilton is settling in well at Ferrari, according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, one of Italy's most respected sports newspapers.Feb 12, 11:00
Hamilton's hunger could outshine Leclerc - Rosberg
A former Mercedes teammate believes Lewis Hamilton's competitive drive could be reignited by his switch to Ferrari.Feb 4, 10:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fjean-todt.jpg "Jean Todt on September 1, 2024")
Todt reveals Ferrari has severed all ties with him
Jean Todt has disclosed that he no longer maintains any communication with Ferrari, his former Formula 1 employer.Feb 4, 09:50
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fadrian-newey_1.jpg "Red Bull chief Adrian Newey on May 25, 2024")
Newey to work on both 2025 and 2026 cars this season
Adrian Newey will have a hand in Aston Martin's 2025 Formula 1 car development, despite Fernando Alonso's pessimism about the team's immediate chances of success.Jan 27, 15:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fcarlos-sainz.jpg "Carlos Sainz pictured in July 2024")
Ferrari boss backs Sainz for success at Williams
Amid the intense fanfare surrounding Lewis Hamilton's debut at Ferrari this week, team boss Frederic Vasseur took a moment to reflect on Carlos Sainz, the driver Hamilton replaced.Jan 23, 11:30
Ferrari weighs early transition to '26 car development
Frederic Vasseur has suggested Ferrari might "quickly" divert its focus to preparing for the 2026 season depending on its early results in 2025.Jan 16, 09:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2Flewis-hamilton_1.jpg "Lewis Hamilton on October 18, 2024")
Current cars clash with Hamilton driving style - Wolff
Lewis Hamilton is expected to bring a deeper shade of red to Ferrari in 2025.Jan 15, 11:42
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Alpine used GPS to find Ocon at Williams factory
Alpine had an unusual way of discovering Esteban Ocon's talks with Williams during the 2024 season. Jan 14, 09:30
Ferrari to launch almost entirely new 2025 F1 car - Vasseur
Frederic Vasseur has revealed that Ferrari's car for the 2025 Formula 1 season will be "completely new."Dec 20, 08:41
Boss confirms Hamilton's Ferrari test before February launch
Lewis Hamilton will make his Ferrari test debut in January, but it won't be in the team's 2025 car, according to team boss Frederic Vasseur.Dec 19, 07:40
Ferrari hands over Sainz's Silverstone-winning 2022 car
Carlos Sainz will leave Ferrari with more than memories of his time with the iconic Italian team—he'll also take home the car that brought him his first Formula 1 victory.Dec 19, 07:10
Brembo denies Ferrari split amid Hamilton brake rumours
Brembo, the renowned Italian brake manufacturer with a decades-long partnership with Ferrari, has strongly denied rumours of a potential split with the iconic Formula 1 team.Dec 13, 08:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2Flewis-hamilton.jpg "Lewis Hamilton on October 19, 2024")
Hamilton's Ferrari transition included five Maranello trips
Lewis Hamilton has reportedly made five visits to Ferrari's Maranello headquarters in recent months as he prepares for his new role with the iconic Italian team in 2025.Dec 12, 09:30
Ferrari to power Cadillac, Abu Dhabi buys McLaren
The new General Motors-backed Cadillac Formula 1 team, set to debut in 2026, will enter the sport powered by Ferrari engines.Dec 11, 08:30
Elkann sure Hamilton arrival will boost Ferrari in '25
Ferrari team boss Frederic Vasseur believes the arrival of Lewis Hamilton in 2025 will provide the Italian team with a much-needed "boost" as it continues its quest for championship success.Dec 10, 08:30
Ferrari keeps door open for Sainz return, says Vasseur
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has hinted that Carlos Sainz may one day find his way back to the Maranello-based team.Dec 9, 09:01
Vasseur unconcerned by Hamilton's recent struggles
Ferrari team boss Frederic Vasseur has dismissed concerns about Lewis Hamilton's current form and mindset as the seven-time world champion prepares to join the Italian team in 2025.Dec 3, 11:45
Ferrari not upgrading with Hamilton in 2025 - Sainz
Carlos Sainz has declared he is "100 percent convinced" that he is as capable as both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, as he prepares to leave Ferrari against his will at the end of the season.Nov 30, 08:50
Ferrari test after Abu Dhabi GP 'did not excite' Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton has opted not to make his Ferrari debut during the post-Abu Dhabi Grand Prix test, telling future boss Frederic Vasseur he wasn't eager to jump into the red car so soon.Nov 29, 07:45
Ferrari downplays drama after Leclerc's Sainz fury
Tensions between Ferrari teammates Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz appear to be reaching a boiling point as their partnership winds down.Nov 25, 10:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F42%2Fzak-brown.jpg "Zak Brown pictured on October 18, 2024")
Cadillac F1's 2026 Entry 'inevitable' says Zak Brown
The deal is finalised but remains under wraps for now—Cadillac is poised to join Formula 1 as the eleventh team in 2026.Nov 24, 08:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F47%2Fgeorge-russell.jpg "Mercedes driver George Russell after Las Vegas qualifying in November 2024.")
New race director earns early approval from F1 stars
Formula 1 drivers have expressed their satisfaction with the sport's new race director, Rui Marquez, after his debut during the Las Vegas GP weekend.Nov 24, 07:08
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F37%2Fmax-verstappen.jpg "Max Verstappen pictured on September 1, 2024")
FIA clampdowns may hand Red Bull the edge in Vegas
Max Verstappen and Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko believe recent FIA clampdowns on certain technical solutions could give their team an advantage during the Las Vegas GP.Nov 22, 09:55
Vasseur's 'no upgrade' claim contradicted by Ferrari news
Ferrari has seemingly contradicted recent comments from team boss Frederic Vasseur, who claimed no further upgrades would be introduced to the 2024 car in the season's final three races.Nov 20, 09:30
Only some '25 cars to appear at F1 London season launch
Not all Formula 1 teams will be unveiling their new 2025 cars at the newly-announced season launch event, scheduled for February at London's O2 arena. Nov 13, 11:00
Ferrari to continue quiet approach under Vasseur
Frederic Vasseur has pledged that Ferrari will continue its understated approach in Formula 1, viewing the quiet stance as a core strength of his leadership at Maranello.Nov 12, 08:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fchristian-horner.jpg "Christian Horner pictured in August 2024")
Red Bull counting on McLaren setup risks in Brazil
Red Bull is banking on McLaren's bold car setup at the Brazilian Grand Prix potentially backfiring. Nov 2, 09:30
Red Bull still lacking speed for poles and wins, says Verstappen
Red Bull's 2024 car is still "not fast enough" to consistently claim pole positions and race victories, Max Verstappen admitted in Mexico. Oct 27, 08:05
Hamilton denied early Ferrari test in Abu Dhabi
Lewis Hamilton will not be taking part in Ferrari's post-season Abu Dhabi test, unlike other drivers who are switching teams for 2025. Oct 25, 10:15
FIA closes Red Bull T-tray scandal amid McLaren tensions
Formula 1's governing body has officially put an end to the 'T-tray' scandal that emerged during the US Grand Prix weekend.Oct 20, 09:50
Vasseur says Red Bull scandal could be bigger than cheating
Red Bull may be facing allegations of something more serious than just cheating in the ongoing 'T-tray' controversy at the US Grand Prix, according to Ferrari team boss Frederic Vasseur.Oct 19, 11:00
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I wouldn't have signed Hamilton for Ferrari - Binotto
Mattia Binotto, former Ferrari team boss, revealed that he would not have signed seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton if he were still in charge at Maranello. Oct 14, 09:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fcharles-leclerc.jpg "Charles Leclerc of Scuderia Ferrari HP F1 Team celebrates his race win on September 2, 2024")
Leclerc did not block Hamilton joining Ferrari, says Vasseur
Charles Leclerc did not attempt to block Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari, according to team principal Frederic Vasseur. Oct 11, 10:05
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