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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.")
Hamilton thinks unequal Ferraris slowing him down
Lewis Hamilton has hinted that his Ferrari may be hampered by a flaw not affecting Charles Leclerc's ostensibly identical machine.Apr 8, 12:20
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F05%2Flewis-hamilton.jpg "Lewis Hamilton on January 22, 2025")
Hamilton banks on new floor for Bahrain boost
Ferrari is set to introduce a much-needed floor upgrade in Bahrain this weekend, aiming to address a persistent performance shortfall in their 2025 car.Apr 7, 11:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F25%2F14%2Fmax-verstappen.jpg "Red Bull driver Max Verstappen after winning Japanese Grand Prix in April 2025.")
Max Verstappen wins Japanese Grand Prix, message sent to Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen earns his first victory of the 2025 Formula 1 season by edging out Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri at the Japanese Grand Prix.Apr 6, 09:33
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Fcarlos-sainz.jpg "Carlos Sainz pictured in July 2024")
Sainz urges F1 to fix DRS after Doohan's crash
Carlos Sainz, newly appointed director of the Grand Prix Drivers' Association, has called for urgent modifications to Formula 1's DRS systems to enhance safety following a dramatic incident at Suzuka.Apr 6, 06:22
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F44%2Fmax-verstappen.jpg "Max Verstappen on October 27, 2024")
Max Verstappen on pole for Japanese Grand Prix, Liam Lawson edges out Yuki Tsunoda
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen secures his first pole position of the season ahead of Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix, while Liam Lawson edges out his replacement Yuki Tsunoda.Apr 5, 08:24
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F31%2Ffrederic-vasseur.jpg "Frederic Vasseur pictured on July 2024")
Budget cap pushed Ferrari floor to Bahrain - Vasseur
Frederic Vasseur has shed light on why Ferrari's updated 2025 car floor isn't in use at the Japanese Grand Prix. Apr 4, 08:20
Hamilton's black vision rejected by Ferrari
The striking inaugural image of Lewis Hamilton at Maranello, posed beside the legendary F40 supercar, nearly took a different form at the seven-time world champion's behest. Apr 3, 08:45
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F24%2F38%2Foscar-piastri-mclaren.jpg "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
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
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
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
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
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
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