Aston Martin’s pace deficit labelled “embarrassing” by F1 pundit Karun Chandhok
Karun Chandhok gives his brutal take on Aston Martin's current F1 woes […]
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The one thing Formula 1 can learn from American sports
Formula 1 has undergone rapid development in recent years, especially commercially. The global fanbase has grown significantly, with the series reaching new audiences.The share of younger and female fans has increased – also at the tracks, as reflected in the attendance figures – and the same applies to F1’s appeal in the United States.Part of this is linked to the sporting side – […]
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Martin Brundle reveals “pretty harsh” way he learned he had lost his F1 seat
Martin Brundle opens up on how he discovered he had lost his F1 seat at the end of 1996 […]
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Wolff urges F1 to act with ‘a scalpel, not a baseball bat’ as rule vote looms
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has warned F1 against overreacting to safety concerns ahead of a decisive rule vote that could reshape the 2026 competitive balance […]
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Max Verstappen praised by Christopher Haase after ‘respectful’ Nürburgring duel
Christopher Haase says Max Verstappen was "very respectful" following their battle for the lead of the second qualifying race at the Nürburgring 24 Hours […]
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Gianpiero Lambiase exit sparks Red Bull warning from Karun Chandhok
Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Karun Chandhok has urged Red Bull to make a "big name signing" to avoid more key personnel exits.Four-time champion Max Verstappen's race engineer Gianpiero (GP) Lambiase is the latest high-profile figure to announce his exit from the Milton Keynes outfit, with the Briton moving to McLaren as chief racing officer by 2028.While discussing […]
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Toto Wolff: F1 2026 rule changes need "scalpel, not a baseball bat" to avoid further issues
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff hopes that Formula 1 and the FIA will take a considered approach to the changes due to be made to the 2026 regulations after "constructive" talks, to avoid making "erratic" decisions over the championship's short-term future.The reaction to 2026's all-new technical regulations has been mixed; while the chassis changes have generally received positive reviews […]
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Mercedes: Imminent F1 2026 engine decision mustn't change order
Toto Wolff says he would be "surprised" and "disappointed" if the imminent ruling on F1 engine upgrades influences Mercedes' fight with Ferrari […]
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What is ADUO and why is it so important? F1’s engine balancing system explained
Everything you need to know about Additional Development Upgrade Opportunities - F1's new rule for 2026 […]
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Mercedes highlights fears over ADUO “gamesmanship” by F1 rivals
Mercedes believes F1's ADUO should not be used as a means for rivals to "leapfrog" it in the competitive order […]
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Guenther Steiner pinpoints why younger F1 drivers are thriving under 2026 regulations
Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner believes that the younger generation of drivers has adapted more quickly to the new regulations introduced for the 2026 season.Steiner explained that the younger drivers don't have the years under their belts to develop bad habits, which he argued is also giving current championship leader Kimi Antonelli an advantage over his experienced […]
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F1 bosses face decisive vote as 2026 rules row reaches crunch point
Monday's meeting of the F1 team bosses with the FIA, FOM, and the power unit manufacturers will decide on the next regulatory steps […]
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Toto Wolff warns F1 rule tweaks must change "with scalpel, not a baseball bat”
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff shares his view on proposals to change F1's rules […]
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FIA and drivers hold ‘constructive’ talks after Hamilton’s ‘don’t have a say’ complaint
Drivers and the FIA appear aligned at last, but Monday’s vote will decide everything […]
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The ADUO conundrum
The mechanism by which engine manufacturers can make up lost ground could result in a few surprises […]
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Sprint races may delay fixes to 2026 F1 rules – Permane
As a crunch meeting begins on rules fixes to improve safety and racing, Racing Bulls' team principal says some changes may have to wait […]
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Max Verstappen exit talk grows as Jolyon Palmer names Red Bull replacement
Not Hadjar, not Lindblad — Palmer has a very different Verstappen successor in mind […]
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F1 safety car driver Bernd Maylander admits nerves have not faded after 500 races
Formula 1 safety car driver Bernd Maylander has admitted that he still feels nervous when he is leading the field, even after 500 races.Having been in the position since 2000, Maylander has guided the pack through some of the more dramatic moments in the championship.Yet, despite recently surpassing the milestone of 500 races, the German driver has revealed that having 20, and now 22, of […]
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Ollie Bearman reveals the main 2026 F1 rule change he wants after safety concerns
Haas Formula 1 driver Ollie Bearman has revealed what his main change to the new regulations would be after the first three rounds of the 2026 season.During the unexpected April break due to the cancellation of the Saudi Arabian and Bahrain Grands Prix, the FIA and F1 have been considering potential tweaks to the regulations after concerns were raised by drivers and teams.The new […]
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Surprise safety admission from driver who gained from banned F1 engine trick
A driver who gained from a now-banned F1 engine trick makes safety admission […]
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Motor Sport - Magazine & News
There is a simple solution to F1's current issues, but it would also make the best drivers redundant […]
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Ben Sulayem lauds drivers' rules feedback
Ahead of crunch meeting on 2026 engine rules, the FIA president has paid tribute to the contribution from the drivers […]
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Jacques Villeneuve opens up on Damon Hill reality check at Williams
When Jacques Villeneuve arrived in the Formula 1 paddock ahead of his debut in 1996, he brought with him experience in the IndyCar Series, including the 1995 championship title and a prestigious Indianapolis 500 victory.But, despite an impressive debut that included pole position for his first grand prix, the Canadian driver has revealed that going up against his Williams team-mate Damon Hill […]
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FIA president issues statement before crunch F1 2026 rules meeting
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem speaks out ahead of key F1 rules meeting […]
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Your F1 questions answered: Mat Coch tackles engines, rules and race cancellations
You asked your F1 questions, our paddock journalists have answered. New regulations, cancelled races and F1 history, there's an eclectic mix […]
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Why key 2026 F1 rules fix will create another problem
F1 could introduce "more of a problem to fix another problem" if its meeting on Monday leads to energy-management rules changes […]
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Disappointment for Verstappen at the Ring
Lengthy pit stop means Max Verstappen finishes 38th in Sunday's 24 Hour Qualifier at the Nurburgring […]
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George Russell highlights ‘low-hanging fruit’ ahead of key F1 2026 rules vote
George Russell believes a change around super clipping limits would be a "no-brainer", as teams and the FIA prepare to vote […]
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Andrea Stella outlines F1 unity ahead of 2026 rule tweak talks
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has highlighted the need to maintain unity among sport and teams as a final set of April meetings loom […]
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Audi isn't against F1 ditching key 2026 pillar that made it join
Audi isn't against ditching a key pillar of F1's 2026 rules that drew it to the championship in the first place […]
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‘Something has to change’ – Max Verstappen warns F1 2026 rules remain ‘fundamentally wrong’
Max Verstappen has dropped a new clue over his F1 retirement timeline after spotting a "problem" with the FIA's key F1 2026 meeting […]
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Ollie Bearman’s Ferrari F1 hopes boosted by Karun Chandhok's verdict on Haas progress
Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports F1 analyst Karun Chandhok has urged Ollie Bearman to keep reminding Ferrari that he is ready for when a seat becomes available at the Maranello outfit. Thrown into the deep end at the 2024 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as he stood in for Carlos Sainz, Bearman impressed by scoring points on his debut. His performance, and further outings with Haas in the same […]
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Why Cadillac has already exceeded expectations in F1, according to Alex Jacques
Formula 1 commentator Alex Jacques has championed the new Cadillac F1 team for exceeding expectations in the first three rounds of the 2026 season.The American outfit joined the championship in 2026 as the grid expanded to 11 teams. With the experienced driver lineup of Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez under the leadership of team principal Graeme Lowdon, the team has already impressed […]
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Round-up: Verstappen’s car 39th after damage in Nurburgring Qualifiers, and more
Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up […]
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David Croft hopes for FIA action before British GP as he shares fears iconic corners could suffer
Sky Sports Formula 1 lead commentator David Croft hopes that the FIA will introduce tweaks to the new regulations in time for the British Grand Prix, arguing that he doesn't want to see "great corners Maggotts and Becketts suffer".The regulations, introduced for 2026, are being reviewed during the unexpected April break after complaints from teams and drivers. A major talking point is the […]
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James Vowles explains why he chose Williams over three other F1 team offers
James Vowles has revealed why he chose to sign with Williams as team principal over other opportunities. The Briton joined Williams as team principal in 2023 after serving as chief strategist of Brawn GP in 2009 and remaining with the team when it was bought by Mercedes. He was promoted from chief strategist to motorsport strategy director in 2019 and was seen as a potential successor to team […]
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George Russell returns to karting roots with Toto and Susie Wolff during F1 break
Mercedes Formula 1 driver George Russell has taken a trip down memory lane, returning to his early karting roots to support the next generation of motorsport talent, including Jack Wolff.Russell joined his Mercedes boss Toto Wolff and F1 Academy managing director Susie Wolff to watch their son at South Garda Karting. "Same track, 23 years later! Very cool to be back at the kart track […]
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Why FIA could make 2026 F1 changes drivers want that teams don't
There are some potential 2026 F1 changes that drivers and teams disagree on - and the FIA supporting the drivers could be key […]
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'A lot of low-hanging fruit' - Key F1 rules meeting to set plan for tweaks
Team principals and chief executives meeting with FIA and F1 on Monday with aim of agreeing final proposals for tweaks around energy management rules ahead of the seasons resumption at the Miami Grand Prix next week […]
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Max Verstappen Nürburgring charge undone by damage – round-up
Max Verstappen dominates the headlines this Sunday, and we'll take you through all the Nürburgring action and much more […]
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Oscar Piastri calls for more predictable 2026 F1 cars amid ‘power spike’ concerns
Oscar Piastri has flagged unexpected "spikes of power" as being one of his concerns behind the wheel, as talks continue over the 2026 regs […]
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Max Verstappen confirms damage cause as Nürburgring win curtailed
Max Verstappen and Lucas Auer lost almost half an hour in the pit lane, when a race victory was on the cards […]
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F1 bosses explain long-term push to fill 24-race calendar
With the Formula 1 calendar locked at 24 races and the series continuing to grow its metrics, securing a spot on the schedule appears harder than ever.F1's popularity has led to a surge of interest from prospective host cities, countries and governments, with some more credible than others.However, politicians prematurely declaring a grand prix being a done deal are unlikely to impress the […]
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Verstappen dealt another Nürburgring blow in 24 Hour preparations
A commanding stint unraveled as unexpected damage forced a lengthy and costly garage stay for Max Verstappen and Lucas Auer […]
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Car damage denies Max Verstappen NLS5 victory chance
Max Verstappen’s victory hopes at NLS ended by car damage […]
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When a journeyman driver's F1 career lasted just 800m
All racing drivers dream of making it to Formula 1. They dream of a once-in-a-lifetime invitation to motorsport’s most exclusive table and, once there, emulating the greats in their quest for Champagne, championships and commendations.What they don’t dream of is finding their way to F1, crashing out of the race metres before the first corner, and never dining at the motorsporting […]
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Jean Alesi ‘very satisfied’ as Ferrari start season with ‘real’ F1 car
Jean Alesi may have misjudged Ferrari before, but this time he believes they finally have a “real” contender […]
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Martin Brundle opens up on the brutal moment he learned he had lost his F1 seat
Former Formula 1 driver Martin Brundle has revealed the "harsh" way he found out he had lost his seat.Brundle made his F1 debut at the 1984 Brazilian Grand Prix with Tyrrell, finishing fifth in his first race. While he suffered a horrific crash during the Dallas Grand Prix in his rookie season, which led doctors to consider an amputation of his left foot while also leaving him with permanent […]
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Juan Manuel Fangio personal items head to Monaco auction with rare pieces revealed
Juan Manuel Fangio’s iconic items, including a historic watch, will be part of a major Monaco auction next weekend […]
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Stella laughs off Ferrari talk
"I take it with a smile," says McLaren boss Andrea Stella of speculation linking him with a shock move to Ferrari […]
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Has the dynamic between F1’s early title protagonists shifted?
Kimi Antonelli and George Russell have emerged as the early title protagonists in F1 2026 […]
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Tragedy at The Ring
Juha Miettinen killed in seven-car crash during 24hr Qualifiers at the Nurburgring […]
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GT driver killed in multi-car crash at Nurburgring Qualifiers
GT driver Juha Miettinen has died following a crash in the Nurburgring Qualifiers event. Max Verstappen, who is participating in the round, sent his condolences […]
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Pin completes first F1 test
2025 F1 Academy Champion Doriane Pin has taken the next step on her motorsport journey by completing her first F1 test […]
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Bullish Lando Norris outlines McLaren’s F1 2026 title recovery plan
Lando Norris has outlined McLaren's ambitions despite a tricky start to F1 2026 […]
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Should F1 change tracks or racing guidelines to tackle dangers in 2026 rules?
F1 is trying to avoid an aerial crash by tweaking its technical regulation. Does it also need to change its tracks and racing guidelines? […]
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