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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F12%2Flewis-hamilton_1.jpg "Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton on March 22, 2025.")
Ferrari feels heat from Hamilton hype - Steiner
Ferrari is grappling with "enormous pressure" in the 2025 season, asserts former Haas team principal Gunther Steiner. Apr 1, 09:15
/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.")
Russell's future hinges on Verstappen, says Albers
George Russell's stellar performances this season might still leave him fighting to secure his place at Mercedes. Mar 31, 08:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F41%2Ffernando-alonso.jpg "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
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Ffrederic-vasseur.jpg "Frederic Vasseur pictured on July 2024")
Vasseur declines to 'judge' Red Bull over Lawson axe
Frederic Vasseur has turned down an opportunity to "judge" Formula 1 rival Red Bull for dumping Liam Lawson after just two grands prix.Mar 28, 07:45
Ferrari pushed too hard but didn't cheat - Vasseur
Ferrari's relentless drive for perfection crossed a thin line in China, according to team principal Frederic Vasseur. Mar 27, 11:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F38%2Ftoto-wolff.jpg "Toto Wolff pictured on August 31, 2024")
Wolff missing Suzuka amid bigger picture focus
Toto Wolff's fans won't spot the Mercedes team principal and co-owner trackside at Suzuka. Mar 27, 10:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F05%2Flewis-hamilton.jpg "Lewis Hamilton on January 22, 2025")
Hamilton aims to craft own Ferrari supercar
Lewis Hamilton is eager to leave his mark on Ferrari by shaping a bespoke supercar of his own design. Mar 26, 10:15
Ferrari bid to revive '25 season with new floor
Ferrari is gearing up to stabilise its faltering 2025 Formula 1 season with a significant update at next weekend's Japanese Grand Prix. Mar 25, 09:15
Wolff shuts down rumours of Verstappen deal
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has moved to quash speculation that he's already negotiating with Max Verstappen for a potential switch in 2026 or beyond. Mar 24, 09:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fralf-schumacher.jpg "Ralf Schumacher pictured in July 2024")
Schumacher blasts Ferrari for 'incompetent' DQs
Lewis Hamilton's triumphant Ferrari pole-to-win in the Shanghai sprint was overshadowed by a dramatic collapse just 24 hours later. Mar 24, 08:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2FF1_1.jpg "General image of the Formula 1 logo on June 29, 2024")
Flexi-wing probe hits Williams with hefty fine
The flexi-wing controversy in Shanghai has resulted in a 50,000-euro fine for Williams.Mar 23, 08:30
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton revels in Chinese Sprint, responds to people "yapping away"
Lewis Hamilton secures his first victory in the colours of Ferrari, winning Saturday's Chinese GP Sprint ahead of the Grand Prix on Sunday.Mar 22, 10:10
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F12%2Flewis-hamilton.jpg "Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates Chinese Grand Prix Sprint pole in March 2025.")
Ferrari more relieved than happy in China - Gene
Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton have roared back into form.Mar 22, 08:00
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
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F11%2Flando-norris.jpg "McLaren driver Lando Norris after winning Australian Grand Prix in March 2025.")
Mini-DRS crackdown targets rivals, not us - Norris
McLaren "could win every race in 2025," according to Mercedes' George Russell.Mar 21, 13:45
Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton "in shock" after surprise pole for Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton admits that he feels in a state of disbelief having earned pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race.Mar 21, 09:27
Ferrari tackles F1 sim glitch after Melbourne
Ferrari has been toiling away in its Maranello simulator to address a glitch that reportedly threw off its setup baseline in Melbourne, according to Italy's La Repubblica.Mar 20, 11:00
Ferrari's Hamilton can speed up soon, Rene Arnoux thinks
Former Ferrari driver Rene Arnoux believes Lewis Hamilton and the Maranello outfit can rebound from their lacklustre 2025 debut in Australia.Mar 18, 08:45
Hamilton's comment spells trouble for Ferrari
The pre-season buzz around Lewis Hamilton's blockbuster move and Ferrari's title ambitions faded in Melbourne, with the red cars crossing the line in P8 and P10.Mar 17, 10:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F36%2Fliam-lawson.jpg "Liam Lawson on September 1, 2024")
Marko to judge Lawson over opening races
It's only the first of 24 rounds, but George Russell believes the 2025 season is already a foregone conclusion.Mar 16, 11:49
Lando Norris edges out Max Verstappen to win dramatic Australian Grand Prix
McLaren's Lando Norris overcomes the rain and a number of safety cars to win Sunday's Australian Grand Prix.Mar 16, 10:28
Ferrari grants Hamilton time to find more pace
Ralf Schumacher has cautioned that Charles Leclerc might "send Lewis Hamilton into retirement" this year.Mar 15, 07:54
Mercedes puts Russell's contract talks on hold
George Russell and his team principal Toto Wolff have confirmed that contract negotiations are not an immediate priority.Mar 14, 11:15
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F07%2Fsebastian-vettel.jpg "Sebastian Vettel pictured on October 31, 2024")
Ralf rebukes Vettel over 'white men' comment
Ralf Schumacher has taken Sebastian Vettel to task over his recent statements.Mar 14, 09:45
Ecclestone, Briatore slam Ferrari's Hamilton move
Bernie Ecclestone and Flavio Briatore believe Ferrari has erred by bringing Lewis Hamilton on board.Mar 14, 08:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F49%2Flando-norris.jpg "McLaren driver Lando Norris in December 2024.")
Norris hints at Ferrari dream, Piastri stays put
While Lando Norris hints at his future ambitions elsewhere, teammate Oscar Piastri has solidified his commitment to McLaren for several more years.Mar 12, 08:44
Wolff dismisses Susie's FIA presidency rumours
Toto Wolff has dismissed suggestions that his wife Susie might campaign to become the next president of Formula 1's governing body.Mar 11, 16:00
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fcarlos-sainz.jpg "Carlos Sainz pictured in July 2024")
Carlos Sainz surprised by 2025 Williams' potential
Carlos Sainz has revealed he was pleasantly taken aback when he first drove his new car for the 2025 season.Mar 11, 15:30
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F44%2Fmax-verstappen.jpg "Max Verstappen on October 27, 2024")
Verstappen queries F1's V10 comeback hype
Max Verstappen has raised doubts about how much weight Formula 1 fans should give to recent rumors of V10 engines returning to the sport.Mar 10, 09:10
Now Hamilton backs screaming V10s for future F1
Lewis Hamilton has lent his weight to growing calls for Formula 1 to resurrect its iconic V10 engines, amplifying an already lively debate.Mar 7, 11:55
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F30%2Fcharles-leclerc_2.JPG "Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc at the Belgian Grand Prix in July 2024.")
Leclerc leads Hamilton at Ferrari so far - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko doubts Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari switch will yield a 2025 title, despite the fanfare surrounding the move.Mar 7, 10:45
Hamilton signed Mercedes deal during Ferrari chats
Lewis Hamilton was already engaging with Ferrari when he signed his final Mercedes contract in mid-2023, it has emerged.Mar 5, 11:30
Hamilton's 2025 Ferrari title bid 'unrealistic'
Ralf Schumacher has cast doubt on Lewis Hamilton clinching the 2025 title in his debut Ferrari season, labelling it "very unrealistic."Mar 4, 16:30
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
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F43%2Fmax-verstappen_1.jpg "Max Verstappen on October 19, 2024")
McLaren leads '25 pack, Red Bull plans new parts
With two of the three days of official pre-season testing completed in Bahrain, the pecking order for 2025 is starting to take shape.Feb 28, 09:45
Barcelona eyes '26 F1 winter testing return
Barcelona is eager to reclaim its place on Formula 1's official pre-season testing roster for 2026.Feb 28, 07:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F41%2Fhelmut-marko.jpg "Helmut Marko pictured on August 31, 2024")
Red Bull 'solves' car woes as extreme flexing returns
A definitive pecking order remains elusive for now, but those in the know are beginning to glean insights into which teams and drivers might dominate when the 2025 season kicks off in Melbourne next month.Feb 27, 09:30
Hamilton's quali edge faded, race craft still shining - Kiesa
Lewis Hamilton may face challenges in qualifying but could still excel in grands prix following his move to Ferrari, according to a former Formula 1 driver.Feb 26, 10:30
Ferrari unfazed by Hamilton's early pace gap
As official pre-season testing begins this week, Lewis Hamilton is reportedly entering with a noticeable pace deficit compared to teammate Charles Leclerc.Feb 25, 17:30
Ex-GP winner sizes up 2025's six F1 rookies
A past grand prix victor has offered his insights on the largest group of Formula 1 rookies seen in over a decade.Feb 25, 16:30
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