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Sainz, Bottas and Verstappen: F1's Nerve-Wracking Standstill?

May 17 - Formula 1's driver market silly-season has now becoming a "waiting game". Those are the words of Alex Albon, who despite being linked with several other teams decided to..

May 17, 2024 with 2 Comments

F1 Icon Adrian Newey "Tired" but Eyeing Return Amid Speculation?

May 17 - Formula 1 is waiting with bated breath to discover Adrian Newey's next move. The 65-year-old, arguably the most famous and sought-after technical mind and car designer in..

May 17, 2024 with 0 Comments

Alonso Calls for Formula 1 Unity Amidst Penalty Confusion

May 17 - Fernando Alonso insists he's not alone in his criticism about the way Formula 1 races are currently being managed. The 42-year-old was particularly outspoken two weeks..

May 17, 2024 with 0 Comments

F1 Weight Watch: Williams' Vowles on Mission to Trim Car Fat

May 17 - Williams boss James Vowles admits the team needs to work hard to slim down the team's 2024 car. Just this week, the Grove based team re-signed Alex Albon into the new..

May 17, 2024 with 1 Comment

Verstappen Fires Back: Online Racing No Distraction for F1

May 17 - Max Verstappen has hit back at those criticising him for entering an online sim race this weekend - clashing with the Formula 1 race at Imola. On the track, Red Bull's..

May 17, 2024 with 0 Comments

Albon's Decision Now Sets Stage for F1 Silly Season Domino Effect

May 16 - A "domino effect" in the exciting Formula 1 driver market may have just begun, as Alex Albon removes himself from contention for a move away from Williams. Two weeks ago..

May 16, 2024 with 1 Comment

Alpine Halts Upgrade Blitz: F1 Europe Return Signals Breather

May 16 - Alpine's push to emerge from a deep performance collapse in Formula 1 will take a brief pause as the sport returns to Europe. Many teams will unveil significant car..

May 16, 2024 with 0 Comments

Lance Stroll Faces F1 Rivals' 'Disrespect' Says Aston Martin Chief

May 16 - Rival Formula 1 teams are often "disrespectful" and "unfair" to Lance Stroll. That's the claim of Aston Martin boss Mike Krack, amid ongoing suggestions from within and..

May 16, 2024 with 0 Comments

FIA-F1 Joint Statement: Era of Collaboration Begins in Formula 1

May 16 - Peace may be breaking out between Formula 1's ruling bodies - the FIA, and the sport's Liberty Media-owned commercial rights holder. Ever since Mohammed Ben Sulayem took..

May 16, 2024 with 0 Comments

Lauda's Son Says His Father Would Have Ended Mercedes' Slump

May 16 - The great Niki Lauda may have ended Mercedes' three-year performance slump by now. That's the view of the former Mercedes co-owner and non-executive chairman's son..

May 16, 2024 with 0 Comments

Ai Dominance: F1 Teams Embrace Machine Learning for Competitive Edge

May 16 - Formula 1 cannot yet intervene to regulate the teams' increasingly-powerful use of artificial intelligence technologies. As the exploding and rapidly-improving power of..

May 16, 2024 with 0 Comments

F1 Yet To Solve Wet-Weather Current Visibility Problem

May 16 - Formula 1 is still yet to find a technical solution to improve driver visibility in wet weather. Last year, the first prototypes of wheel covers or 'mudguards' designed..

May 16, 2024 with 0 Comments

All Info You Want to See Before the 2024 E. Romagna F1 GP Starts

The seventh round of the 2024 Formula 1 World Championship will take place this Sunday at Imola, with the 2024 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix. Will Red Bull  Return Back to Dominance?..

May 15, 2024 with 1 Comment

Albon Inks Long-Term Deal with Williams and Fortifies F1 Presence

Williams Racing is thrilled to announce that Alex Albon has signed a multi-year contract extension, solidifying his long-term commitment to the team. This extension aligns with..

May 15, 2024 with 5 Comments

Vasseur Assures: Hamilton-Leclerc Harmony Key for Ferrari's Triumph

May 15 - Frederic Vasseur says he is confident Lewis Hamilton will get along with Charles Leclerc once the seven time world champion makes the switch for 2025 and beyond. The..

May 15, 2024 with 1 Comment

$4M Bid: Inside the Frenzy for Schumacher's Iconic Watches

May 15 - The sale of part of Michael Schumacher's personal wrist-watch collection tipped the scales at well over $4 million. The high-profile auction by Christie's in Geneva..

May 15, 2024 with 0 Comments

Race for Survival: Imola or Monza Grands Prix on Thin Ice

May 15 - F1's CEO admits that one of the two grands prix in Italy is unlikely to still be on the calendar beyond 2025. The sport races at Imola this week, just a few months before..

May 15, 2024 with 2 Comments

From Track to Screen: Verstappen's 24-Hour Racing Marathon

May 15 - Max Verstappen is planning a very busy weekend at Imola. According to the Belgian broadcaster RTBF, the world championship leader will not only be racing his Red Bull,..

May 15, 2024 with 0 Comments

Off-Track Buzz at Imola: F1 CEO Domenicali Keeps Fans on Edge

May 15 - F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali is expecting an interesting grand prix weekend in Imola this weekend - both on and off the track itself. He said he is keen to see how Ferrari's..

May 15, 2024 with 1 Comment

Duel in Spain: F1's Barcelona Faces Madrid Rivalry

May 15 - Formula 1 is not yet ruling out a new race deal for Barcelona. The future of the current Spanish GP venue has become particularly clouded since F1 agreed to transfer that..

May 15, 2024 with 2 Comments

F1 CEO Says He Wants Louder Engines and End Hybrid Power

May 15 - Formula 1 could wave goodbye to the controversial 'hybrid' engine era from 2030. F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali is expecting a "closer battle" on the track at Imola this..

May 15, 2024 with 3 Comments

F1 Nation: 2024 Emilia Romagna F1 Grand Prix Review

Welcome to today's podcast, where we gear up for the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola with special guests Will Joseph, Lando Norris' race engineer, and Ricky Flynn, his former..

May 15, 2024 with 0 Comments

Miami GP 2024 | Highlights | Lollipopman F1 Comedy

Miami GP 2024 | Highlights | Lollipopman F1

May 15, 2024 with 0 Comments

Sauber-Audi Spokesman Defends F1's Exclusionary Policies

May 14 - Formula 1, not the US congress, should be in full control of which teams are permitted to race at the pinnacle of motorsport. That is the defiant position of Alessandro..

May 14, 2024 with 0 Comments

Sauber's Shake-Up: Bottas' Engineer Switch Raises Eyebrows

May 14 - Audi-owned Sauber has defended its decision to appoint a new race engineer for Valtteri Bottas as of the last Formula 1 race in Miami. The Finn admits that he isn't sure..

May 14, 2024 with 1 Comment

Schumacher Now to Advise Vettel on Le Mans Experience?

May 14 - Ahead of his Le Mans debut next month, Mick Schumacher says he will report directly to his friend and mentor Sebastian Vettel. Despite a recent extensive test, Porsche..

May 14, 2024 with 0 Comments

F1's Power Shift: Red Bull Grapples with Slowing Momentum?

May 14 - Ferrari is setting up a major assault on Red Bull's dominance of Formula 1, with even Dr Helmut Marko admitting that the rivals are closing the gap. In fact, Red Bull's..

May 14, 2024 with 3 Comments

Verstappen Questions FIA's 18-Year Rule: "Fast at 17? Let Them In!" - F1

May 13 - Max Verstappen thinks F1's governing body, the FIA, should not block 17-year-old Kimi Antonelli from entering the sport immediately. Recently, it emerged that a team -..

May 13, 2024 with 4 Comments

Schumacher's F1 Comeback: Alpine Eyes the Son of Speed?

May 13 - A return to the Formula 1 grid for former Haas driver Mick Schumacher is becoming a real possibility. Since losing his seat at the end of 2022, the 25-year-old son of F1..

May 13, 2024 with 7 Comments

US Congress Joins Andretti-F1 Fray: GM Vows Technical Triumph

May 13 - General Motors, one of the world's biggest carmakers, has pledged its ongoing loyalty to the quest to help Andretti enter the Formula 1 world. Recently, it emerged that..

May 13, 2024 with 0 Comments

Haas F1 Strikes Back: Sues Ex-Boss Steiner Over Trademark Infringement

May 13 - The Haas Formula 1 team has punched back at Gunther Steiner, after the sacked boss launched legal action earlier this month. Steiner, still present in the F1 paddock as a..

May 13, 2024 with 3 Comments

Ricciardo's Resurgence in Miami Lauded by Red Bull's Helmut Marko

May 13 - Dr Helmut Marko has warned F1 hopeful Liam Lawson not to hold out too much hope of an immediate leap into Formula 1. Recently, rumours have swirled that the Red Bull camp..

May 13, 2024 with 1 Comment

Verstappen Praises Audi's Pick: Hulkenberg Adds Seasoned Edge

May 13 - Max Verstappen has backed F1 rival Nico Hulkenberg and Audi's decision to team up. It has been claimed that the now 100 percent Audi-owned Sauber team - to transition to..

May 13, 2024 with 0 Comments

Vettel's Next Challenge: Adapting to Hypercar Dynamics

May 13 - Sebastian Vettel needs "more time" before he is ready to take on Le Mans with a car that is capable of winning the fabled 24-hour endurance race. The retired quadruple..

May 13, 2024 with 0 Comments

Adrian Newey: Red Bull's Loss & Ferrari's Gain Says Marko

May 13 - Dr Helmut Marko now thinks Adrian Newey will eventually re-emerge in Formula 1 at Ferrari. Red Bull's top Austrian F1 consultant admits that the behind-the-scenes..

May 13, 2024 with 0 Comments

Zak Brown 2024 Beyond the Grid Podcast Interview

McLaren has reclaimed its place at the forefront of Formula 1's winners' circle, yet their journey toward ultimate success is ongoing. Since assuming leadership in 2018, CEO Zak..

May 10, 2024 with 0 Comments

F1 Giants Debate: Can Red Bull Sustain Its Edge Without Newey?

May 10 - Adrian Newey's departure will not hurt Red Bull - at least in 2025. That is the view of two well-known former Formula 1 team bosses, Gunther Steiner and Gian Carlo..

May 10, 2024 with 5 Comments

F1's Imola Stand: "We Will Fight to Keep Grand Prix"

May 10 - Italy will try to "resist" Formula 1's gradual shift away from Europe, as Imola seeks a new race deal with the sport's owner Liberty Media. During an investors call this..

May 10, 2024 with 2 Comments

Audi Vows F1 Domination: "At the Front, Not Just Participating"

May 10 - Audi intends to enter Formula 1 and be "at the very front" of the grid, the Volkswagen-owned German carmaker's CEO Gernot Dollner insists. This year, Audi surprised the..

May 10, 2024 with 1 Comment

Ferrari's Engineering Overhaul: Leclerc's New Race Engineer Revealed

May 10 - Growing unrest between Charles Leclerc and his race engineer has led to the departure from the role of the latter at Ferrari. That's the claim of authoritative Italian..

May 10, 2024 with 2 Comments

McLaren CEO Zak Brown reflects on the Miami GP

In the wake of Lando Norris securing his first Formula 1 victory in Miami last weekend, Craig Slater speaks with McLaren CEO Zak Brown. They discuss the team's morale following..

May 9, 2024 with 1 Comment

Conor Moore: Adrian Newey is a wanted man!

Ready for another laugh

May 9, 2024 with 1 Comment

Miami Sprint 2024 | Highlights | Lollipopman F1 Comedy

At the Miami Grand Prix 2024, the sprint race was nothing short of spectacular, showcasing the skills and strategies of Formula 1's finest. Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez..

May 9, 2024 with 0 Comments

The Vowles Verdict | 2024 Miami GP | Williams Racing

Join Williams Racing Team Principal James Vowles as he provides expert analysis and responds to fan inquiries about the thrilling race weekend at the 2024 Miami Grand Prix, in..

May 9, 2024 with 0 Comments

Mercedes 2024 Miami F1 GP Race Debrief

This past weekend, Miami was abuzz with the thrill of Formula 1 racing. Our Trackside Engineering Director, Andrew Shovlin, took the time to delve into the complexities of the..

May 9, 2024 with 0 Comments

Perez's Rumored Red Bull Deal Squeezes Sainz's F1 Prospects

May 9 - A key door seems to have closed for Carlos Sainz, amid new rumours that Red Bull has agreed a new single-season deal for Sergio Perez next year. It is believed the..

May 9, 2024 with 2 Comments

Ferrari to Trial Imola-Spec Upgrade Ahead of Next Race?

May 9 - Ferrari is set to give its Imola-spec car upgrade a trial run during a 'filming day' at the Italian team's own Fiorano circuit. Red Bull is also planning a car upgrade for..

May 9, 2024 with 0 Comments

F1's Imola Thriller: New Updates Promise Season's Best Race?

May 8 - The 2024 pecking order looks set to keep evolving at next weekend's return to action in Imola. When the championship-leading Red Bull trailed McLaren's Lando Norris home..

May 8, 2024 with 2 Comments

US congress demands answers from F1 by May 21

May 8 - The Judiciary Committee of the United States federal congress has formally opened an investigation into why Andretti-Cadillac was barred from entering Formula 1. A week..

May 8, 2024 with 7 Comments

Red Bull's Backbone: Horner Confident Despite Wheatley Rumors

May 8 - Christian Horner says he has "no concerns" about the ongoing health of Red Bull Racing, even though key rivals are predicting a staff exodus. Design guru Adrian Newey has..

May 8, 2024 with 0 Comments

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