Martin Brundle: "Nothing to choose between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli" in Mercedes F1 battle
Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle has argued that there is currently "nothing to choose" between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli.Following a frantic Canadian Grand Prix sprint race, in which Antonelli accused his Mercedes team-mate of pushing him off the track, the pair later resolved the issue before continuing their tense on-track battle during the grand prix at […]
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Bottas rumours debunked as Cadillac truth emerges – round-up
Valtteri Bottas has been at the centre of the news world in Formula 1, Oscar Piastri has turned up in an unexpected place, and much more […]
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Kimi Antonelli 'lucky to have wisdom of Bono and Toto Wolff' after Canada sprint, says Martin Brundle
The 2026 Canadian Grand Prix weekend at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve saw the intra-team battle between championship leader Kimi Antonelli and his Mercedes team-mate George Russell intensify.While Antonelli claimed another victory at the Canadian Grand Prix, it was the Saturday sprint race that painted a picture of the 19-year-old's growing pains as well as the important role of his experienced […]
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Researchers name 98-million year old wasp species after Oscar Piastri
Three biologists have named a newly-discovered wasp species after McLaren F1 driver Oscar Piastrii.Corentin Jouault, Di-Ying Huang and Celso O. Azevedo conducted research on a 98-year-old fossil from the Cretaceous Period, discovered in Myanmar, which gave them insight into the species' evolution and morphological similarities to other wasp species.The ancient wasp is encased in a […]
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Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen's 2021 "scar tissue" will never fully go away, says Naomi Schiff
Following an exciting battle at the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, Sky Sports Formula 1 analyst Naomi Schiff has suggested that the "competitive scar tissue" between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen will never fully disappear, even though the pair now share a cordial relationship.The intense rivalry between the two champions reached its boiling point during the unforgettable 2021 F1 season, which […]
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‘These guys are nuts’ – Oscar Piastri sneaks to view world-famous time trial
Oscar Piastri snuck through a person's back garden to take in a prime viewing spot of one of the world's most iconic motorcycle events […]
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Why F1 cars won't run active aero in Monaco
Formula 1 drivers will not run active aero over the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, with the FIA deciding that there will be no straight mode zones […]
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Kimi Antonelli compared to Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel after stunning 2026 F1 start
Former F1 TV presenter Will Buxton has likened current Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli to a young Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel.In his second year in F1, Antonelli has surprised the paddock with an incredible start to the year. After just five rounds, the 19-year-old leads the drivers' championship by 43 points over his Mercedes team-mate George Russell.His latest win in […]
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Sergio Perez ‘impatient’ with area Cadillac are ‘lacking tremendously’ in
Sergio Perez said Cadillac is ‘lacking tremendously’ on the operational side and called on the team to improve ahead of the European stretch […]
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Why any 12th team project would face an uphill battle amid BYD rumours
Record team valuations and the sheer complexity involved mean any potential path for Chinese giant BYD to join Formula 1 as a 12th team will be an uphill battle.The Chinese electric automotive giant has set its sights on Formula 1; Stella Li, BYD’s Executive Vice President and CEO for the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East, has never hidden that she views the world championship as the […]
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Oscar Piastri receives unique honour after new wasp species named after McLaren F1 driver
Oscar Piastri has had a new species of wasp named after him […]
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Could Cadillac really replace Valtteri Bottas already? The truth behind the rumours
Speculation over Valtteri Bottas’ Cadillac future does not tell the true picture of the situation amid ongoing 2026 paddock rumours […]
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Charles Leclerc's hilarious reaction to Lewis Hamilton driving Ferrari's new EV goes viral
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc got behind the wheel of the new fully electric Ferrari Luce ahead of its unveiling. Prior to the ceremonial removal of the silk red cover, the two Ferrari Formula 1 drivers took it in turns to take the Luce for a spin around the track. "Whoa! No-no-no-no-no, please don't do that! LH! LH-LH-LH LH. Careful! Careful! Careful! Careful! Careful, yeah? […]
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Haas reveals timeline for F1 2027 line-up decision amid Esteban Ocon rumours
Haas has laid out a timeline for making a decision over its 2027 F1 driver line-up […]
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Alpine's curious Mercedes driver admission over F1 2027 line-up
Alpine is going to wait to finalise its 2027 F1 line-up - and that seems to be in case either Mercedes suddenly ends up on the market […]
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Russell's Montreal DNF down to battery failure
George Russell suffered "catastrophic failure" in Canada confirms Mercedes technical boss, James Allison […]
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Lewis Hamilton pinpoints F1 2026 ‘weird feeling’ in V8 comparison
Lewis Hamilton praised the closer racing in Canada, but says Formula 1’s new engines still lack a key element of old-school F1 drama […]
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Mercedes faces F1 engine loophole ban for Monaco GP: What impact will it have?
A mid-season rule change is set to remove a suspected loophole Mercedes has benefitted from, but will it change F1's pecking order? […]
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Podcast: Russell & Antonelli's Canada brawl - can Mercedes avoid destructive F1 battle?
It was George Russell's worst fear — not only did he retire from the Canadian Grand Prix but Kimi Antonelli was right on his pace beforehand. Join Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas as they discuss the emerging title fight […]
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Ferrari icon Luca di Montezemolo demands famous badge removed from Ferrari Luce
The first fully electric Ferrari has drawn fierce criticism from one of the company’s most influential former figures […]
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Why McLaren will try rejected front wing again in Monaco
At Formula 1’s Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren introduced the second stage of a major update package to its MCL40 car, with a new front wing alongside a revised engine cover, rear suspension fairings and floor edges.But introducing performance upgrades at sprint weekends is fraught with peril because there is only one practice session. Ultimately both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri opted to […]
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Mohammed Ben Sulayem proposes removal of FIA presidential term limits
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has proposed that the motorsport governing body should repeal the current article which sets a limit on presidential terms. Ben Sulayem, who is currently in his second term having run unopposed in last year's election, is currently subject to Article 20.10 in the FIA's statutes, which states that "the President of the FIA may not serve more than three terms […]
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FOM watching the situation in Middle East
Rather than rescheduling one of the cancelled races, F1 CEO, Stefano Domenicali is concerned that an escalation of the war could threaten further events […]
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Zak Brown’s FIA letter explained as McLaren pushes for F1 ownership crackdown
McLaren believes Formula 1 must go further to prevent A/B team dynamics and common ownership structures […]
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Mohammed Ben Sulayem wants to abolish FIA presidency rule in latest controversial move
Mohammed Ben Sulayem is looking to change the rules around FIA presidency […]
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Sebastien Ogier happy to welcome Max Verstappen to WRC car test
Sébastien Ogier says he would gladly welcome Max Verstappen to test a World Rally Championship car, should the four-time Formula 1 world champion wish to add rallying to his extracurricular motorsport activities.Nine-time world rally champion Ogier attended the Nurburgring 24 Hours, where he witnessed Verstappen challenge for the victory alongside his Winward-Mercedes team-mates Dani […]
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Ben Sulayem seeking to remove limit on presidency term?
Mohammed ben Sulayem, the controversial president of the FIA, is said to be looking to scrap the term limit set by Jean Todt […]
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Toto Wolff names George Russell’s key F1 title strength after Canada blow
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff singled out George Russell’s mentality after his crushing Canadian Grand Prix retirement […]
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‘These guys are nuts’ - F1 winner Oscar Piastri makes Isle of Man TT visit
McLaren F1 driver Oscar Piastri visited the Isle of Man TT for the first time this week […]
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Entertaining Canadian GP doesn't mean rules are fine, F1 drivers say
Formula 1 delivered another intriguing spectacle at last weekend's Canadian Grand Prix, but that doesn't mean the series is in a better place with its complex power unit rules, Sunday's leading drivers say.Sunday's race on Montreal's stop-start Circuit Gilles Villeneuve appeared to bring out the best in the 2026 cars as they are currently being run. The race featured plenty of overtakes, and […]
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Mercedes uncovers details of George Russell’s “catastrophic failure” at F1 Canadian GP
Mercedes has shared more details about George Russell's race-ending failure in Canada […]
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Ford break 22-year F1 drought as Mark Rushbrook hints at Red Bull strength
The Ford boss addressed growing paddock talk around Red Bull’s surprisingly strong F1 2026 power unit […]
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Power deficit is keeping Ferrari out of the fight with Mercedes – Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari's power shortfall is preventing them from being able to rival Mercedes, whose domination of the season continued in Canada […]
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Piastri 'flattered' by possible Red Bull interest amid Verstappen uncertainty
Reports ahead of the Canadian Grand Prix claimed that McLarens Oscar Piastri would be Red Bulls first choice should they need to find a replacement for Max Verstappen; watch every session of the Monaco Grand Prix from June 5-7, live on Sky Sports F1 […]
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Mohammed Ben Sulayem moves to scrap FIA president term limits – report
A reported proposal could completely reshape the FIA presidency rules under Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s leadership […]
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Oliver Bearman addresses Ferrari future after Lewis Hamilton retirement claim
Lewis Hamilton may have strengthened his Ferrari future in Canada, but Bearman insists he is ready whenever opportunity arrives […]
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What we've learned about Alpine's $150million Gucci deal
Alpine's $150million deal with Gucci is a big statement of intent from both team and sponsor - here's what it really means […]
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Was Mercedes’ Canada ‘flashpoint’ the moment that sets the tone for the F1 2026 title fight?
Mercedes may yet look back at Canada as the "flashpoint" in the title race, as Kimi Antonelli and George Russell's amicable relationship ignited […]
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Round-up: Russell’s battery suffered “catastrophic failure” in Canadian GP, and more
Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up […]
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George Russell’s new Mercedes reality as untelevised radio emerges – roundup
George Russell features prominently in the latest F1 news headlines as the dust continues to settle on a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix […]
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‘Fully in silly season’ – McLaren dismisses Oscar Piastri Red Bull talk
A Red Bull switch? McLaren's reaction suggests they are treating the latest Oscar Piastri rumours one way only […]
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Isack Hadjar accepts FIA punishment after chaotic Canadian GP
Isack Hadjar apologised to Charles Leclerc and admitted his FIA penalties were deserved after a frustrating Canadian Grand Prix […]
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Question of the week: Should Mercedes interfere in George Russell and Kimi Antonelli’s battle?
The Canadian Grand Prix delivered the first on-track battle between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. While they avoided a crash, it was still too close for comfort for the Mercedes pit wall, and there will probably be more internal discussions about the rules of engagement between the two drivers of Formula 1’s current strongest team. But what should the outcome of those talks be?Our […]
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Kimi Antonelli not thinking about F1 title despite 43-point lead
Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli says he isn’t thinking about a potential world title just yet, as he pulls away in the standings with at least 17 rounds remaining.Antonelli has won the last four grands prix consecutively, with his last victory coming in a Montreal race where he had a breathtaking duel with team-mate George Russell before a power unit failure took the Briton out […]
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‘George’ – Untelevised George Russell radio in Kimi Antonelli battle
Toto Wolff didn't only intervene during Kimi Antonelli's Sprint rant, he also stepped in when George Russell got heated in the Grand Prix […]
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McLaren outlines conditions to become F1 power unit manufacturer
McLaren reveals what could tempt it to produce its own F1 engines in the future […]
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Aston Martin boss explains F1 progress despite operational cracks showing in Canada
Aston Martin showed improved pace at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, but lacked in the operational areas […]
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$1 million Gilles Villeneuve helmet sets new F1 record
The Formula 1 helmet was worn my Gilles Villeneuve just weeks before his death […]
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George Russell faces a 43-point deficit to Kimi Antonelli. Will he turn it around?
George Russell retired from the Canadian Grand Prix through no fault of his own, but with Kimi Antonelli on the rise, he has a job to do […]
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'Mercedes don't need to intervene in Antonelli-Russell battle'
Catch up on all the major talking points from the Canadian GP by listening to the latest episode of The F1 Show podcast; watch every session of the Monaco Grand Prix from June 5-7, live on Sky Sports F1 […]
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When Haas will decide its F1 2027 driver line-up
An interesting pattern has emerged amid the constant ebb-and-flow of the Formula 1 driver market, where the busyness of it changes every other year. So for 2023, for example, six teams altered their line-ups - most notably caused by the Oscar Piastri fiasco - before an unchanged grid the following season, which marked a first in F1 history.Vast change was on the cards again for 2025, the final […]
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Twenty years on: Was this Monaco moment Michael Schumacher's most controversial F1 stunt?
On this day 20 years ago, Michael Schumacher was at the centre of F1 controversy in Monaco […]
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Alpine enter luxury era as Gucci becomes title sponsor
Gucci Racing will launch alongside Alpine’s new Formula 1 identity in a first for the sport, come F1 2027 […]
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Russell vs Antonelli resembles one of F1's most toxic team-mate battles
As an F1 title duel emerges between Mercedes team-mates, you might think Antonelli vs Russell is starting to look like 2016 and the Hamilton-Rosberg years. But an older example better matches the current situation […]
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Gucci joins F1 grid as new Alpine title partner
Gucci will replace BWT as the title partner of the Alpine Formula 1 team […]
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Gucci to be Alpine's title sponsor from 2027
Following weeks of rumours and denials, Alpine has confirmed that Gucci is to be its title sponsor from next season […]
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