Flavio Briatore pictured in May 2019
Ferrari always looking towards 'next year' - Briatore
Flavio Briatore has rolled his eyes at the suggestion that Ferrari may get back on the pace of F1's frontrunners next year.
Dec 8, 06:29
Lewis Hamilton on the podium at the Russian Grand Prix on September 27, 2020
Two countries must green-light Hamilton's return
Whether Lewis Hamilton can return to his Mercedes cockpit for the 2020 finale this weekend is up to health officials in Bahrain and Abu Dhabi.
Dec 8, 06:27
Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020
George Russell looks ahead to 2021 season with Mercedes
The 22-year-old British driver came close to pulling off a win while standing in for Lewis Hamilton at the Sakhir Grand Prix.
Dec 7, 13:31
Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020
Toto Wolff on George Russell: "A new star is born"
The Briton had looked on course for a win on his Mercedes debut.
Dec 7, 08:38
Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Kane celebrates with Son Heung-min after scoring against Arsenal in the Premier League on December 6, 2020
This weekend's sport in pictures
The best of the weekend's pictures from the sporting world.
Dec 7, 08:29
Valtteri Bottas pictured at the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 5, 2020
Bottas' 'shares have collapsed' after Sakhir GP
Valtteri Bottas put himself under a spotlight in Sunday's Sakhir GP - for the wrong reasons.
Dec 7, 06:02
Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020
Replacing Bottas with Russell 'not realistic' - Wolff
Toto Wolff has played down suggestions that Mercedes might be on the cusp of a sensational driver lineup change for 2021.
Dec 7, 06:02
Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020
George Russell 'gutted but proud' after near miss at Sakhir Grand Prix
The young Briton, deputising for Lewis Hamilton, was leading the Sakhir Grand Prix until a pit stop blunder and a puncture ended his hopes.
Dec 6, 21:37
Racing Point's Sergio Perez celebrates winning the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 6, 2020
George Russell suffers puncture as Sergio Perez wins Sakhir Grand Prix
Racing Point's Sergio Perez took the chequered flag on an extraordinary evening in Bahrain.
Dec 6, 19:10
Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020
Russell boosts 'market value' in Hamilton's car
George Russell has upped his market value "enormously" with his performance at the wheel of the ill Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes in Bahrain.
Dec 6, 06:14
Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020
George Russell admits he is "gutted" to miss out on Sakhir pole
The 22-year-old Briton is deputising for Covid-19 victim Lewis Hamilton with Mercedes.
Dec 5, 21:11
Valtteri Bottas pictured at the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 5, 2020
Valtteri Bottas beats George Russell to Sakhir pole by 0.026 seconds
George Russell is deputising for Lewis Hamilton following the seven-time world champion's positive Covid-19 test.
Dec 5, 18:36
Max Verstappen pictured during practice for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 5, 2020
Max Verstappen quickest in final Sakhir practice, George Russell seventh
George Russell is standing in for Lewis Hamilton.
Dec 5, 15:27
Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020
Russell can 'win immediately' - Verstappen
Max Verstappen thinks George Russell can "win immediately" this weekend and put big pressure on Mercedes' regular driver Valtteri Bottas.
Dec 5, 05:33
George Russell pictured on August 28, 2020
George Russell impresses in absence of 'bedridden' Lewis Hamilton
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton is recovering at home after testing positive for coronavirus on Monday.
Dec 4, 17:32
Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020
Mercedes debutant George Russell posts fastest time in opening practice
The British driver is racing Lewis Hamilton's world championship winning Mercedes this weekend in Bahrain.
Dec 4, 16:05
Valtteri Bottas pictured at Imola on October 31, 2020
Defeat to Russell 'wouldn't look good' - Bottas
Valtteri Bottas has acknowledged the pressure on him in Bahrain, admitting it is "an important weekend" for his status and future in Formula 1.
Dec 4, 06:14
LeBron James celebrates his fourth NBA Championship success on October 12, 2020
LeBron James makes shortlist for SPOTY World Sport Star award
LeBron James is joined by Katie Taylor, Dustin Johnson, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Wendie Renard and Armand Duplantis.
Dec 3, 22:39
George Russell pictured on August 28, 2020
George Russell admits to "sleepless night" following Mercedes break
The Briton discovered he would be replacing Lewis Hamilton in Sakhir this weekend in a 2am call.
Dec 3, 17:51
George Russell pictured on August 28, 2020
The key questions surrounding Lewis Hamilton's replacement George Russell
George Russell has been selected to replace the world champion this weekend.
Dec 3, 09:47
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
How good is Mercedes without Hamilton? - Schumacher
Bahrain this weekend will show whether Lewis Hamilton is "worth every penny" to Mercedes.
Dec 3, 06:40
Max Verstappen pictured on August 29, 2020
Verstappen covid-negative after Hamilton contact
Max Verstappen has tested negative for covid-19 following concerns he was a 'close contact' of world champion Lewis Hamilton's last week.
Dec 3, 06:39
Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Tyson Fury to stay on SPOTY shortlist despite calling to be removed
Tyson Fury is one of six athletes in the running to win the award.
Dec 2, 18:15
Mick Schumacher pictured ahead of the Eifel Grand Prix on October 9, 2020
Mick Schumacher "overwhelmed" to be racing in Formula One
Michael Schumacher signed a multi-year agreement with American team Haas.
Dec 2, 14:41
Tyson Fury in action on February 22, 2020
Tyson Fury wants to be removed from Sports Personality of the Year shortlist
The world heavyweight champion called on his fans not to vote.
Dec 2, 13:49
George Russell pictured on August 28, 2020
George Russell given big chance after Lewis Hamilton withdrawal
The 22-year-old Briton is a member of the Mercedes junior driver programme.
Dec 2, 11:28
George Russell pictured on August 28, 2020
Lewis Hamilton to be replaced by George Russell at Sakhir Grand Prix
World champion Lewis Hamilton is out of the race after testing positive for coronavirus.
Dec 2, 08:27
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Two candidates in running to replace Hamilton
Two candidates have emerged at the front of the queue for Lewis Hamilton's plum Mercedes cockpit this weekend in Bahrain.
Dec 2, 06:05
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson pictured in September 2020
A look at the six contenders for BBC Sports Personality of the Year
The candidates in the running for the annual award are now known.
Dec 1, 20:23
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Lewis Hamilton feels "OK with mild symptoms" after contracting coronavirus
The seven-time Formula One world champion will have to isolate at his hotel in Bahrain.
Dec 1, 16:44
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson pictured in September 2020
Jordan Henderson makes shortlist for Sports Personality of the Year
Lewis Hamilton is joined on the prestigious list by world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury and world snooker champion Ronnie O'Sullivan.
Dec 1, 14:53
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Lewis Hamilton "devastated" to miss Sakhir GP after positive coronavirus test
The seven-time world champion has to isolate for 10 days and is a doubt for the season finale in Abu Dhabi.
Dec 1, 12:52
England's Stuart Broad pictured on July 25, 2020
Stuart Broad joins Lewis Hamilton in nominations for SPOTY
The other four hopefuls will be revealed throughout Tuesday on the BBC's various platforms.
Dec 1, 10:23
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Lewis Hamilton nominated for BBC Sports Personality of the Year
The other five hopefuls will be revealed throughout Tuesday by the BBC.
Dec 1, 09:27
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Lewis Hamilton tests positive for coronavirus
The Briton is already confirmed as world champion.
Dec 1, 08:34
Max Verstappen pictured during practice for the Portuguese GP on October 23, 2020
Drivers 'not sissies' after big crashes - Verstappen
Max Verstappen has hit back at criticism of his claim that Formula 1 drivers should not have the choice to sit out a race after a horror crash involving one of their rivals.
Dec 1, 06:02
Romain Grosjean is helped away after his horror crash at the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Romain Grosjean says "greatest thing" halo saved his life
The French driver's car split in two and burst into flames after he pierced through a steel barrier.
Nov 30, 08:34
Romain Grosjean is helped away after his horror crash at the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Wolff backs TV replays of horror Grosjean crash
Toto Wolff has backed Formula 1's decision to broadcast multiple replays of the horrifying Romain Grosjean crash on Sunday.
Nov 30, 06:12
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020
Lewis Hamilton triumphs at Bahrain Grand Prix after Romain Grosjean crash
The Haas driver emerged from his burning car after one of the biggest accidents in Formula One's recent history.
Nov 29, 17:52
Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Turkish Grand Prix on November 15, 2020
Lewis Hamilton eyes 100th pole to cap off "incredible year"
Lewis Hamilton moved to within two of the landmark after scoring his 10th pole of the season for Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix .
Nov 28, 17:33
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