Everything we learned from F1's first day back
Our main takeaways from the first F1 paddock day in over a month […]
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Lewis Hamilton turns heads with bold runway Saint Laurent look at F1 Miami GP
Seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton turned heads as he arrived at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix paddock in a full Saint Laurent look straight from the runway.The Ferrari driver's ensemble featured a striking, translucent, bright orange anorak worn over a tailored, satin, burnt orange collared shirt and burgundy tie. This was paired with relaxed-fit, pleated dark brown trousers and classic […]
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Round-up: F1 has “different option” in case Qatar and Abu Dhabi are cancelled, and more
Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up […]
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Russell insists Antonelli's championship lead 'not even a consideration'
George Russell is nine points behind Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli, who is the youngest ever driver to lead the F1 Drivers Championship; watch F1s return at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend, with practice at 5pm and Sprint Qualifying at 9.30pm up first on Friday […]
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Martin Brundle warns Red Bull faces Max Verstappen retention challenge
Red Bull faces a real challenge to retain four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen, according to former driver and Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle. Verstappen has been honest about his dissatisfaction with the new era of regulations, initially describing them as "Formula E on steroids". While the Dutchman is under contract with Red Bull until the end of 2028, he has revealed that he is […]
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Vote on F1 rules tweak to help Honda is suddenly suspended
Honda's hopes of getting granted extra engine upgrade opportunities through a change in the Formula 1 rules are in limbo […]
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Refinements merely a "tickle", claims Verstappen
Recently announced "refinements" to the regulations don't go far enough, says Max Verstappen […]
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'Just feel fired up!' - Hamilton sends message for F1 resumption
Ferrari driver eager to get back racing but aware Ferrari need to double the development of rivals to bridge the gap to Mercedes; watch F1s return at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend, with practice at 5pm and Sprint Qualifying at 9.30pm up first on Friday […]
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Alex Albon explains why F1 drivers were "united" in FIA regulation talks
Alex Albon has revealed that all 22 Formula 1 drivers were united in the discussions with the FIA and Formula One Management regarding the 2026 regulations. The regulations were discussed during the impromptu five-week break between the Japanese and Miami Grands Prix, and as a result of those talks, tweaks have been introduced for this weekend's race at the Miami International […]
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Hamilton says car problems cost him “eight to nine tenths per lap” in Japanese GP
Lewis Hamilton says he lost a significant amount of time due to problems with his car during the Japanese Grand Prix […]
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Miami Grand Prix: FIA Drivers Press Conference
Today's press conference with Oscar Piastri, Sergio Perez, Nico Hulkenberg, Carlos Sainz, Kimi Antonelli and Isack Hadjar […]
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David Coulthard explains why Ferrari can't argue against F1 race start regulation tweak
Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has claimed that while Ferrari could argue against some of the regulation tweaks, safety far outweighs any argument the Maranello outfit would have. One area that Ferrari dominated in the opening three rounds of the season was the race start, and now a refinement to the regulations has been introduced to prevent dangerous situations caused by cars […]
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Lewis Hamilton: Drivers need 'seat at the table' in future rule change decisions
Lewis Hamilton says he and his fellow Formula 1 drivers deserve a "seat at the table" in future decisions about rule changes the sport might commit to going forward […]
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Could the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix land October reprieve if Middle East situation allows?
It is possible that the Bahrain Grand Prix could be reinstated back onto the 2026 F1 calendar, reports Adam Cooper […]
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Stroll hits out over 2026 rules
"We saw it coming," says Canadian of F1 2026, "it's just what we got, what we expected to have." […]
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'I'm taking my time' - Verstappen on F1 future after rule 'tickle'
Max Verstappen discussed the latest on his F1 future and whether the departure of his race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase will impact his decision; watch F1s return at the Miami Grand Prix this weekend, with practice at 5pm and Sprint Qualifying at 9.30pm up first on Friday […]
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Colton Herta reveals why he thought F1 dream was over before Cadillac chance
Colton Herta has revealed that he thought he would never get another chance in Formula 1 after a deal with AlphaTauri (now Racing Bulls) failed to come to fruition for the 2023 season.Herta, who left his successful career in the IndyCar Series behind to join the Cadillac F1 team as its test driver in 2026 alongside a full-time Formula 2 contract, had previously considered a move to F1 in […]
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Max Verstappen: 'Big changes' needed to regulations, new tweaks only a 'tickle'
Max Verstappen wants Formula 1 to make "really big" changes to its power unit regulations for 2027, comparing tweaks for this weekend's Miami Grand Prix to "a tickle." […]
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How the Miami GP became F1’s most polarizing cultural force
To the European racing purist, Formula 1 is a cathedral of heritage, defined by the mist of Spa-Francorchamps, the red seas of Monza, and the narrow, historic confines of Monaco. To them, the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix can feel like a glitch in the matrix. It is a race held in a stadium parking lot, featuring a "marina" with dry-docked yachts on vinyl water and a guest list worthy of […]
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Where Max Verstappen stands on F1 rules 'tickle', his future and key ally’s exit
Max Verstappen speaks about the 2026 F1 rule tweaks, his future, and the impending exit of Gianpiero Lambiase […]
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Max Verstappen: F1 rule changes ahead of Miami GP are "just a tickle"
Max Verstappen has described the Formula 1 regulation changes as “just a tickle” in terms of the impact it will have, but sees the greater communication and interaction between the drivers and rule makers as a positive development.The FIA and F1 used the April break, as planned, to review the technical regulations. The consensus was that the racing itself is ‘entertaining’ and does not […]
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Ferrari F1 drivers downplay importance of much-hyped Monza filming day
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc have downplayed any learnings they may have had from a filming day at Monza […]
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Oscar Piastri warns F1 is ‘never going to fix’ 2026 rules
Oscar Piastri issues a stark warning over F1 2026 regulations after minor changes were voted through earlier this month […]
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Miami Grand Prix: Fernando Alonso doubts regulation changes will have impact
Fernando Alonso doubts changes made to Formula 1's controversial regulations ahead of this weekend's Miami Grand Prix will have a meaningful impact, saying the current power units will always reward driving beneath the potential of the car in corners […]
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Will F1 2026’s rule changes work? This is what the drivers think
Here's what the drivers have made of the tweaks to the 2026 F1 rules […]
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Alex Albon reveals key Williams F1 progress but warns team may still be on the back foot
Alex Albon has confirmed that the Williams Formula 1 car has lost weight during the five-week break ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.The Grove outfit had been battling with an overweight car in the opening three rounds of the season, but the unexpected April break gave the teams a chance to reset before the season continues in Miami. "I'm excited. I think our car's gone into training camp […]
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Striking Racing Bulls Miami GP livery wins over fans with calls to "make it permanent"
Formula 1 fans have praised Racing Bulls' special Miami Grand Prix livery.The Faenza-based team unveiled its vibrant yellow design, which is inspired by the Red Bull Summer Edition Sudachi Lime, during an event on a yacht at Kiki on the River in Miami. Racing Bulls CEO Peter Bayer, team principal Alan Permane and drivers Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad were all present at the […]
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Franco Colapinto ‘not happy’ with Oliver Bearman comments after Suzuka crash fallout
Franco Colapinto lifts the lid on an unanswered message and his frustration with Oliver Bearman’s verdict […]
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“It’s looking really bad”: F1 drivers and FIA to discuss rain threat to Miami GP
Formula 1 drivers will meet with the FIA to discuss potential changes to this weekend's Miami Grand Prix schedule due to rain […]
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Fernando Alonso outlines timeline for F1 retirement decision
Fernando Alonso has revealed what could be in store when he eventually calls time on his Formula 1 career […]
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Frustrated Lance Stroll blasts “fundamentally flawed” F1 2026 rules
Lance Stroll did not hold back about the 2026 F1 regulations […]
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Franco Colapinto details emotional Lionel Messi moment before F1 Miami GP
Alpine Formula 1 driver Franco Colapinto has opened up about the "special" moment he met Argentine footballer Lionel Messi ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. The countrymen met at Inter Miami's training ground after Colapinto revealed during an F1 exhibition run in Buenos Aires that he would love to meet Messi. The pair was joined by Messi's team-mate Rodrigo de Paul."I don't know. I think […]
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Lance Stroll: F1 still "miles off" from proper cars
Aston Martin's Lance Stroll insists Formula 1's 2026 regulations are still far away from where they need to be, as the series introduces a first set of rule tweaks at this weekend's Miami Grand Prix.Following concerns from teams, drivers and a vocal subset of fans on various aspects of the 2026 rules, F1 stakeholders came together to agree on a first tranche of refinements to the new energy […]
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Franco Colapinto "not happy" after Ollie Bearman's Japanese GP F1 crash reaction
Franco Colapinto and Ollie Bearman narrowly avoided a huge shunt at the Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix, but opinions are split on who was at fault for the incident […]
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Oscar Piastri explains why Lando Norris rivalry never turned 'nasty' at McLaren
Oscar Piastri has insisted that his relationship with his McLaren team-mate Lando Norris did not change during their tense championship title battle in 2025.As the Woking outfit dominated the majority of the 2025 season, the drivers' championship became a fierce battle between the two McLaren drivers, with Red Bull's Max Verstappen joining the fight in the latter part of the year.The […]
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Alonso sets deadline for F1 retirement decision
‘I need to make a decision’: Fernando Alonso outlines the timeline behind when he needs to decide on his F1 future […]
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How the drivers reacted to the F1 rule changes ahead of the Miami GP
The Formula 1 drivers have given their insight into the regulation changes made ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.F1’s 2026 regulations have been revised ahead of the Floridian event, with the primary aims of improving safety and the spectacle for both fans and drivers.The crux of the tweaks focus on super clipping being increased from 250kW to a maximum of 350kW, while the energy […]
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Franco Colapinto "not happy" with Oliver Bearman's reaction to F1 Japanese GP crash
Oliver Bearman’s incident with Franco Colapinto was one of the biggest fallouts from the Japanese Grand Prix, as it highlighted the issue with extreme closing speeds under the 2026 Formula 1 regulations.The Haas driver was approximately one second behind Colapinto through Suzuka’s sector two, but suddenly closed as the Alpine suffered from a lack of energy - this led to a 45km/h speed […]
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What we've learned about Aston Martin and Honda changes
Honda has made hardware changes to its Formula 1 engine that will be introduced alongside Aston Martin car improvements at the Miami Grand Prix […]
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What's really going on with Miami F1 lightning risk
Amid wild talk of race cancellation, here's how F1's preparing for the Miami weather threats […]
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Honda brings "countermeasures" to Miami after horror start to F1 2026 with Aston Martin
Honda is confident it has improved the situation that has so far plagued Aston Martin’s start to the 2026 Formula 1 campaign ahead of this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix.The Silverstone outfit is bottom of the championship after its first three races with Honda as its power unit supplier, with the partnership plagued by vast problems that stem from excessive vibrations in the engine.This […]
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Cadillac’s first “substantial” F1 upgrade package for the Miami Grand Prix explained
Cadillac will introduce a major upgrade at its first home Grand Prix in Miami […]
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Aston Martin limit "miracle" expectations over Honda countermeasures
Aston Martin and Honda were tight lipped when quizzed about reliability upgrades brought to the Miami Grand Prix […]
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What Apple TV’s Miami Grand Prix coverage means for the future of F1 in the U.S
The Formula 1® Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix lands at a defining moment in the 2026 season, with more ways than ever to follow how Formula 1 unfolds during the first round in the United States.After a disrupted opening stretch, teams arrive in Miami with upgrades, revised setups and unanswered questions. With a sprint format, a complex track layout and only one practice session, Miami […]
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Why a unique US lightening law could stop the F1 Miami Grand Prix
Thunderstorms threaten this weekend's F1 Miami Grand Prix […]
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Steiner’s bold Verstappen prediction ahead of the Miami GP
Max Verstappen will join Kimi Antonelli and George Russell on the Miami Grand Prix podium, but he'll be behind the Mercedes team-mates […]
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How “wingman” Valtteri Bottas overcame F1 quit decision amid Lewis Hamilton domination
Valtteri Bottas and Lewis Hamilton raced as team-mates at the Mercedes Formula 1 team between 2017 and 2021 […]
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Alex Albon reveals Williams weakness exposed by delayed 2026 F1 start
Williams Formula 1 driver Alex Albon explained that the team's delayed start to the 2026 season exposed weaknesses in the business.Delays with the FW48 forced the Grove outfit to miss private testing in Barcelona at the end of January, meaning it arrived at pre-season testing in Bahrain already a step behind its competitors.After battling an overweight car in the opening three rounds of […]
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F1 sponsorship now $2.5billion as gap to NFL slashed
F1 teams total sponsorship revenue rose by 22.1% to $2.54billion in 2025, closing the gap to global leader, the NFL […]
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Valtteri Bottas opens up on how he nearly quit F1 over Lewis Hamilton wingman role
Valtteri Bottas has revealed he nearly quit Formula 1 after being cast as Lewis Hamilton's "wingman" at Mercedes in 2018 […]
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Laurent Mekies admits 2025 comeback hurt Red Bull's 2026 F1 start
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has admitted that the Milton Keynes outfit's late-2025 performance boost cost it at the start of the 2026 season, but explained that it would do the same again.After a difficult start to 2025, which saw McLaren push ahead in both the constructors' standings and the drivers' standings with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, Red Bull and four-time champion Max […]
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Too much power: F1 cuts overtake boost in wet weather from Miami GP
Formula 1 arrives in Miami with revised regulations aimed at addressing issues that emerged in the opening rounds of the season. The FIA has repeatedly stressed that the changes are an evolution of the 2026 rules, not a revolution, and target what it sees as the main priorities: qualifying, the closing speed between two cars in wheel-to-wheel battles, race starts, and, as a fourth point […]
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Motor Sport F1 Show with Mark Hughes How long can Fernando Alonso go on? Mark Hughes tells Bryn Lucas why the double world champion remains a Formula 1 phenomenon in our latest podcast episode […]
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As thunderstorms threaten Sunday's race, a uniquely American legal framework means lightning could bring the Miami Grand Prix to a halt […]
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Cadillac’s stars and stripes Miami GP livery leaves F1 fans calling for more
The Cadillac Formula 1 team has unveiled its special livery for the upcoming Miami Grand Prix, but it has left fans calling for more. As the American outfit prepares for its first home grand prix at the Hard Rock Stadium circuit, it revealed a new stars and stripes livery. The design is an evolution of its full-season black-and-white theme, with the stars and stripes of the United States flag […]
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How to watch the Miami F1 race weekend FREE as part of new live stream deal
Here is how to watch the Miami F1 qualifying, sprint and race completely free using an Apple TV trial. Just follow these instructions […]
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