Doriane Pin reveals Mercedes plan for private F1 test after impressing on simulator
2025 F1 Academy champion Doriane Pin has revealed that Mercedes plans to give her a private test in a Formula 1 car. The French driver, who was backed by the Brackley outfit throughout her campaign in the all-female racing series, signed with Mercedes as a development driver in 2026. After impressing during her simulator duties, Pin revealed that the plan was for her to test an F1 […]
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For a decade, Lambiase was the fixed point around which Verstappen's career at Red Bull turned. Now the race engineer is leaving […]
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We reveal why F1's 2026 rules have penalised Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc — and how the Ferrari driver has found a new advantage. Plus: a crunch meeting on the new regulations, and the best team boss in Formula 1 history […]
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Martin Brundle delivers blunt verdict on Max Verstappen retirement threats
Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle has argued that while Max Verstappen's exit from the championship would be a huge loss, F1 would "move on".The four-time champion has hinted that he could retire from F1 earlier than expected after failing to enjoy the new regulations. He is under contract with Red Bull until the end of 2028, but could activate a performance clause […]
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One of F1's disappointing starters with "potential" urged to make "big step"
Williams has struggled in the early phase of the Formula 1 season, but Carlos Sainz is keeping the faith that the team can turn it's season around […]
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Aston Martin expands its Driver Academy
Aston Martin has welcomed DPK Racing karters Ava Lawrence and Roland Nagy to its Driver Academy programme […]
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Our verdict on McLaren snatching Verstappen's F1 engineer Lambiase
How badly will the exit of Gianpiero Lambiase - set for a shock F1 defection to McLaren - rock Red Bull and Max Verstappen? Here's our take […]
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Max Verstappen’s F1 future even more in doubt after Gianpiero Lambiase shock
The bombshell reports that Max Verstappen’s right-hand man Gianpiero Lambiase is set to leave Red Bull for McLaren have cast a further spotlight on the Dutchman’s F1 career. Amid his quit threats over unhappiness at F1’s new rules, it is perhaps Lambiase’s departure that leaves the biggest doubt on Verstappen’s career […]
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Lambiase to McLaren?
It is claimed that Max Verstappen's right-hand man, Gianpiero Lambiase is to leave Red Bull for McLaren […]
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Verstappen's engineer Lambiase set to join McLaren in shock move
Max Verstappens engineer Gianpiero Lambiase is set to leave Red Bull and join McLaren in a shock move; Sky Sports News understands Lambiase will become head of race engineering at McLaren, having previously turned down an offer from Aston Martin […]
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Max Verstappen's race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase set for McLaren F1 switch
Max Verstappen's long-time Red Bull race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase is set for a long-term switch to McLaren, Motorsport.com understands.Lambiase has long been the subject of intense interest across the paddock as the 45-year-old weighed up his options last winter. Amid links with Aston Martin and Williams, Lambiase ultimately chose to remain in place at Red Bull, where he not only performs […]
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Ferrari back in F1 test action at Fiorano
Ferrari is making the most of the unofficial Formula 1 spring break at Fiorano […]
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‘I had to do something’ – Michael Schumacher’s daughter speaks out in new documentary
Michael Schumacher's daughter Gina-Maria Bethke has revealed how she coped after the F1 icon's 2013 skiing accident in a new documentary […]
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Lance Stroll: Aston Martin F1 struggles a factor in surprise GT outing
Lance Stroll says Aston Martin’s ongoing woes in Formula 1 played a role in his decision to enter this weekend’s GT World Challenge Europe event at Paul Ricard.The Canadian will take advantage of an unexpected gap on the F1 calendar to contest the opening GTWCE Endurance Cup event of 2026, driving Comtoyou Racing’s Aston Martin Vantage GT3 Evo with Roberto Merhi and Mari Boya. It will […]
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Allan McNish tipped as Audi F1 team principal replacement
Allan McNish has been given a vote of confidence to take over from Jonathan Wheatley as the team principal of the Audi Formula 1 team […]
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Everything you need to know about tomorrow's regulation summit, and why it is unlikely to change as much as some hope […]
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Why crucial F1 rules decisions won’t be made in this week’s meeting
Crunch meetings between the FIA and relevant F1 stakeholders start today, 9 April, to discuss potential rules tweaks, but immediate change is not likely […]
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Gianpiero Lambiase set for McLaren switch as Max Verstappen era faces long-term change
GianPiero Lambiase, Max Verstappen's race engineer, is to leave Red Bull to take up a new post with McLaren […]
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Verstappen's race engineer to make shock McLaren switch
Max Verstappen’s long-serving race engineer, Gianpiero Lambiase, is to leave Red Bull and make a shock switch to McLaren […]
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James Vowles handed Williams ‘saving grace’ as Ron Dennis comparison emerges
David Coulthard points to a key factor that could protect James Vowles amid Williams’ difficult 2026 start […]
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Finally F1 cars don’t need to be faster to overtake – Isack Hadjar
Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar says Formula 1 overtakes are now possible with similar pace, while they previously required the attacking car to be much faster.F1’s new power unit era features more electrical power and therefore a much greater emphasis on energy management.In turn, energy management means drivers get to overtake much more easily as they slow down earlier before corners, and […]
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Max Verstappen to lose right-hand man to F1 rival McLaren bombshell report claims
Max Verstappen's race engineer is reportedly set to join F1 rival McLaren […]
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The shadow of motorsport’s worst tragedy hangs over F1’s latest safety debate
As Formula 1 meets to discuss safety improvements, even former drivers are warning its new rules are too dangerous […]
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Verstappen radio emotion questioned as Hinchcliffe explains Red Bull reality
James Hinchcliffe explains why he feels Max Verstappen’s heated radio messages don’t tell the full Red Bull story […]
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What to expect from F1’s crucial 2026 rules talks starting this week
Three meetings to discuss the F1 2026 regulations are scheduled to be held over the coming weeks, with the first taking place on Thursday […]
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Round-up: Bearman’s shunt reminds Irvine of Ogawa’s fatal Suzuka crash, and more
In Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up, ex-Formula 1 driver Eddie Irvine says the current rules have made cars "dangerous" […]
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Brundle gets reduced Sky F1 schedule; Hamilton brother makes announcement – roundup
Martin Brundle has confirmed a reduced Sky F1 schedule for F1 2026 as Lewis Hamilton reacts to a new announcement […]
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Stroll consulted Verstappen over GT racing debut
Lance Stroll says he consulted Max Verstappen before committing to making his GT racing debut in the unexpected F1 2026 calendar gap […]
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Oscar Piastri explains why staying true to himself is key to success
Oscar Piastri may be Formula 1’s most understated character, but he’s growing into his role in the spotlight—without changing who he is […]
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Alex Wurz calls for F1 change after Oliver Bearman 50G crash scare
A 50G impact has reignited fears over F1’s new power units, and GPDA chairman Alex Wurz says the drivers want answers […]
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Yuki Tsunoda backed for F1 return as Red Bull chance fades
Yuki Tsunoda may deserve another shot in Formula 1, but a return to Red Bull looks firmly off the table at this stage […]
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What to expect from F1's crunch 2026 rules summit
F1 is beginning the process of addressing key concerns about its 2026 rules this week. Here's what you need to know about the next steps […]
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Martin Brundle confirms reduced Sky commitments for F1 2026 season
Martin Brundle will appear at fewer races with Sky Sports in F1 2026 […]
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The good, the bad and the ugly of F1's new 2026 regulations
F1's new-for-2026 regulations have come in for considerable criticism, but there have been positives, too. ESPN weighs up the good and the bad […]
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Could Christian Horner answer Audi’s F1 needs after its recent big blow?
Lewis Larkam considers whether Christian Horner could be right for Audi after its unexpected F1 blow […]
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Ayrton Senna debut F1 chassis set for auction in rare historic sale
A rare piece of Formula 1 history is heading to auction, with Ayrton Senna’s debut chassis expected to fetch millions […]
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Question of the week: What, if anything, does F1 need to change in the current rules?
Change, as always, stirs debate – and while Formula 1 has been through many regulatory shifts before, the scale of reaction in 2026 has been notably different.The new rules have pushed several aspects of the sport into unfamiliar territory, prompting strong responses from drivers, fans and stakeholders alike. Opinions remain divided, as ever, but it is clear that some adjustments may be […]
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What to expect from Thursday's F1 power unit talks
As Formula 1 enters a month-long break from racing, its key stakeholders are set for a series of talks to tweak the divisive 2026 energy management regulations.March's three race weekends in Australia, China and Japan have offered F1 a decent sample size of a wide range of circuits that put the full scope of the new regulations on display.The series and a significant part of its fanbase […]
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F1 to begin key talks over tweaks to 2026 regulations
Formula 1 teams will discuss possible tweaks to the 2026 regulations which could be introduced from the next race in Miami; no decisions are expected to be made after Thursdays meeting; some drivers have been vocal about the new regulations after three rounds of the season […]
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Alpine A526 ‘pretty good’ but Steve Nielsen flags key weakness
Alpine's A526 is looking "pretty good" as an all-round machine, says Steve Nielsen, but there's a fundamental weakness that needs addressing […]
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Fornaroli in second test with McLaren
2025 F2 champion, Leonardo Fornaroli enjoys his second outing as reserve driver for McLaren […]
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In 1987 and 1988, F1 ran two engine formulas side by side as a managed exit from the turbo era, and the lesson it offers the present day is not the one the critics might hope for […]
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Fernando Alonso likens Aston Martin struggles to McLaren 2023 as ‘huge potential’ remains
Fernando Alonso has suggested Aston Martin is in the position McLaren was in 2023, and believes there's "huge potential" to come […]
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The bizarre story of how Fernando Alonso nearly ended up as the Pope's chauffeur
A truly bizarre story about Fernando Alonso and the Pope has been revealed […]
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No regrets for Mekies over 2025 development focus
Despite Red Bull seemingly now paying the price for its development 'war' with McLaren in the fight for the 2025 titles, Laurent Mekies insists it was the right way to go […]
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Dad didn’t want me to start racing admits new F1 points leader Antonelli
Andrea Kimi Antonelli explained why his dad didn't want him to become a racing driver and why he prefers to use his full name […]
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Charles Leclerc has mastered F1's new regulations by rooting out the best deployment tricks, while Max Verstappen has been stripped of his advantage, writes Mark Hughes […]
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Lewis Hamilton’s brother Nicolas makes ‘biggest announcement’ after ‘one final push’
The brother of Ferrari driver and seven-time F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has made "the biggest announcement" of his career for 2026 […]
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F1 returns to the Nurburgring
McLaren and Mercedes to test at the Nurburgring next week […]
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McLaren's Andrea Stella calls on F1 to prioritise safety concerns
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has called on Formula 1 to prioritise safety concerns surrounding the sport's new regulations after Haas driver Oliver Bearman was lucky to avoid a serious injury in an accident at the Japanese Grand Prix […]
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F1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli hints at “major changes” coming for Ferrari
Kimi Antonelli suggests Ferrari is set to benefit from a new F1 rule […]
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When Mark Blundell gave up on a career-defining Williams F1 role
From Le Mans to Indy cars via Formula 1, Mark Blundell had a successful career in motorsport – but how much more successful could it have been?Born on 8 April 1966 in London, Blundell had a first taste of motorsport on motorbikes before switching to single-seaters in 1984, which yielded two championship titles in Formula Ford, followed by mixed results at the higher echelons of junior […]
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Outspoken race winner claims F1 “doesn’t need” Max Verstappen
F1 race winner Eddie Irvine gives his take on Max Verstappen's complaints […]
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Beyond saving? Our verdict on F1's plans to fix 2026 rules
F1's stakeholders are set for crunch 2026 rule change talks - but will they be enough? […]
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‘Something quite special’ – Secret Max Verstappen ‘trick’ emerges after Nurburgring DSQ
A secret Max Verstappen "trick" has come to light after the Red Bull F1 driver "did something quite special" at the Nurburgring […]
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When's the next F1 race, and why is there such a long break?
Three races into a new season and an all-new era of regulations, the Formula 1 2026 season has hit an unexpected pause […]
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