Steiner accuses Wolff of ‘self-promotional’ Antonelli radio message after China win
Guenther Steiner questions Toto Wolff’s motives after Antonelli’s breakthrough win, calling the message unnecessary […]
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What F1’s last Italian winner made of Kimi Antonelli’s breakthrough feat
Italy's last grand prix winner reacts to Kimi Antonelli's historic F1 triumph […]
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Japan F1 race weekend: Free live stream, how to watch and start time
The third round of the F1 2026 season will take place at the Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit. How can I watch the race? […]
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Five things to look out for at F1's Japanese GP
Formula 1 is set for the final instalment of its short, early season leg in Asia this weekend as the Japanese Grand Prix will host round three of the 2026 campaign.This follows the season-opening Australian and Chinese grands prix, which were both won by Mercedes - clearly dominating the latest regulation switch so far.Whether that superiority continues this weekend remains to be seen […]
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Mario Andretti warns Toto Wolff over George Russell and Kimi Antonelli title call
Mario Andretti sees a familiar title dilemma emerging at Mercedes as George Russell and Kimi Antonelli split early wins […]
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'Losing feeling in hands' - How much trouble are Aston Martin in?
Aston Martin have endured a disastrous start to the 2026 Formula 1 season and there will be plenty of spotlight on the team this week; watch every session of the Japanese GP this weekend live on Sky Sports F1 from Friday, with Sundays race starting at 6am […]
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FIA makes surprise decision for Japanese Grand Prix as key change emerges
The FIA has taken a bold decision ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka, the third race of the F1 2026 season […]
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Controversy hits Mercedes’ two-phase front wing actuators, FIA investigates
The issue surrounding Formula 1 compression ratios is not yet fully closed, and Mercedes is once again under scrutiny. While the FIA will clamp down on the high-profile compression ratio loophole from 1 June, a new area of discussion has opened up around the Silver Arrows’ front wing.Instead of focussing on the AMG M17 E Performance power unit inside the W17, all eyes are now on the […]
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Lando Norris praised by fans after heartfelt gift to McLaren staff is revealed
Lando Norris has been applauded by fans after it was revealed that he gifted McLaren employees a miniature Miami Grand Prix trophy following his maiden Formula 1 victory at the Hard Rock Stadium.The McLaren driver secured his long-awaited first grand prix win at the 2024 Miami Grand Prix, fending off his rival Max Verstappen. Now, a McLaren employee has revealed the gift that the Briton gave […]
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‘It was agony’ – Sky F1 presenter details ‘gross’ surgery ahead of Japanese GP comeback
A Sky F1 favourite is to make a long-awaited return at the Japanese Grand Prix after having their voice box briefly removed during surgery […]
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GT driver hails “battles we live for” after Max Verstappen Nurburgring scrap
One GT driver has hailed the support he received following a battle with Max Verstappen in NLS2 […]
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Japanese Grand Prix briefing Max Verstappen is chasing a fifth successive Japanese Grand Prix win at Suzuka, an F1 circuit where his talent has always stood out. Even he will struggle to make the difference in this year's Red Bull, however […]
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Max Verstappen tests Nissan’s Super GT car ahead of Japanese Grand Prix
Formula 1 star Max Verstappen made a surprise appearance at a private Super GT test on Wednesday, driving a Nissan Z GT500 contender.The four-time world champion drew the attention of fans gathered at the Fuji Speedway test when he rolled out of the pits in a Red Bull-liveried Nissan during the second day of the manufacturers’ test.Motorsport.com understands that the outing was part of a […]
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Question of the week: How long will Aston Martin's current crisis last?
Given how the start of the new era is unfolding for the Aston Martin and Honda joint project, just finishing the Japanese Grand Prix - even if with only one car - can be considered a success for the troubled outfit. Yet, the ambitions of the team are far greater - as it's no secret Lawrence Stroll wants to see it winning races and championships, and sooner rather than later. Right now, though, it […]
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F1 has a clear priority fix for first major 2026 rule changes
F1 bosses have a clear priority fix for the planned post-Japanese GP rule changes […]
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Fernando Alonso to arrive late for F1 Japanese Grand Prix, misses media day
Fernando Alonso will be late arriving for the F1 Japanese Grand Prix this weekend due to personal reasons […]
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Fernando Alonso to skip F1 Japanese GP media day
Fernando Alonso will skip media day for the Japanese Grand Prix on Thursday amid the birth of his first child.The two-time F1 champion and his partner Melissa Jimenez revealed last year that they were due to become parents with it happening some time around this weekend's race.It means he will now arrive at Suzuka on Friday instead of Thursday, though he is also giving his FP1 seat to […]
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On this day: Ayrton Senna's F1 debut marred by early retirement in Rio
On March 25, 1984, at the Jacarepagua circuit in Rio de Janeiro, a Formula 1 career began that would go on to become one of the most iconic in the sport’s history. The 24-year-old Ayrton Senna lined up for his first grand prix, driving for the modest Toleman team. But what started as a special moment for the Brazilian crowd – a home driver debuting on home soil – unfortunately had an […]
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Star Wars, Superman and stolen diamonds: The best movie-themed F1 liveries
A look back at some of the best movie-themed F1 liveries of years gone by […]
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Aston Martin issues Fernando Alonso statement ahead of Japanese Grand Prix
Aston Martin has issued a statement on Fernando Alonso ahead of the F1 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at the Suzuka circuit […]
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Why Charles Leclerc believes F1 overtakes are becoming more natural
Charles Leclerc suggested drivers are beginning to 'converge' in the new F1 cars after complaints overtaking had become 'artificial' […]
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Japanese Grand Prix: Preview - Racing Bulls
We've already had a great start to the Japanese GP week […]
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Alonso to miss Japanese GP Thursday with first child due
Fernando Alonso is to arrive a day late to F1's Japanese GP as he awaits the birth of his first child […]
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Japanese Grand Prix: Preview - Williams
Paul Williams, Chief Trackside Engineer shares insights into the key technical factors that will shape the weekend […]
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Seven key questions for F1's last race for over a month
F1's short-notice cancellations makes the Japanese Grand Prix the last race weekend for ages. Here's what's at stake […]
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Japanese Grand Prix: Preview - Ferrari
It is clear that there are areas where we need to improve. The level of competition is very high and small differences can have a big impact on the result […]
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Toto Wolff dismisses ‘stupid’ Max Verstappen Mercedes rumours amid dominant start
Stupid’ is Toto Wolff’s verdict as fresh Max Verstappen-to-Mercedes speculation resurfaces […]
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The real story behind Adrian Newey's changing role at Aston Martin has nothing to do with the F1 team's struggles, as Mark Hughes explains […]
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Two special F1 liveries for Japanese GP revealed
Two F1 teams have brought special one-off liveries to Suzuka this weekend […]
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Japanese Grand Prix: Preview - Mercedes
We have made a positive start to the season but it is only that. In both Australia and China, we had several close calls that could have ended our weekend […]
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Max Verstappen ‘going to be looking at a way to get into that Mercedes’ prediction made
Jolyon Palmer has predicted Max Verstappen will be "looking at a way to get into that Mercedes" after Red Bull slipped down […]
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Max Verstappen receives cheeky BMW offer after Mercedes GT switch
Red Bull F1 driver Max Verstappen has received a cheeky offer from BMW following a new announcement ahead of the F1 2026 Japanese Grand Prix […]
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Why Jonathan Wheatley flagged Audi engine before exit
Jonathan Wheatley has been grilled on the Audi F1 team potentially requiring help from the FIA's ADUO scheme with its F1 2026 engine […]
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Russell vs Antonelli at iconic Suzuka and can McLaren, Red Bull hit back?
George Russell leads Kimi Antonelli by four points in the Drivers Championship with Ferrari looking to deny Mercedes from making it three wins in a row; watch every session of the Japanese GP this weekend live on Sky Sports F1 from Friday, with Sundays race at 6am […]
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Japanese Grand Prix: Preview - Red Bull
Red Bull are the most successful constructor in Suzuka's history, having taken eight wins at this circuit […]
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Japanese Grand Prix: Preview - Cadillac
From Australia to China, we made significant steps forward in only a short amount of time. We are progressing quickly and every session we are learning more about ourselves as a team […]
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Liam Lawson puts ball in FIA court over F1 2026 safety fears
Liam Lawson said it is over to the FIA to act or hold station, as he raised safety concerns over the new F1 2026 regulations […]
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Cadillac drivers target summer break points as ‘big steps’ expected from upgrades
Cadillac is off to a quietly respectable start in F1, and the drivers are anticipating "big steps" to enable points finishes by summer […]
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Mercedes to unleash ‘the beast’ as Japanese Grand Prix livery revealed
Mercedes revealed a striking wolf-inspired Suzuka livery as Russell and Antonelli continue their strong start […]
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Audi F1 engine earns praise from competition: It's "very, very good"
Ayao Komatsu has rebuffed suggestions that being a Ferrari customer should give Haas an advantage in the 2026 Formula 1 midfield battle - claiming Audi is “very good”.The American outfit enjoyed a strong start to the new regulations as it is currently fourth in the standings after two rounds, with Oliver Bearman scoring seventh and fifth in Melbourne and Shanghai respectively. Haas […]
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Japanese Grand Prix: Preview - McLaren
We knew 2026 was going to bring a lot of new challenges, and we will continue to build our understanding and our performance united as one team […]
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Where McLaren stands after Chinese GP non-start investigation with Mercedes
McLaren provides update after joint investigation with Mercedes on its double non-start in China […]
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Alex Albon details ‘enormous list of issues’ with Williams car
Alex Albon said Williams had an 'enormous' list of issues to fix on the FW48 after the team's disappointing start to the season […]
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Ferrari pushes energy recovery to the limit: How its strategy changes at Suzuka
Ferrari is looking for confirmation in Japan. The Scuderia, considered the only real alternative to Mercedes in the fight at the front, has prepared for the third race of the Formula 1 season with significant work carried out back at the factory after analysing the data collected from the first two grands prix.The Suzuka circuit represents a third type of track and is expected to be a […]
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Honda admits Aston Martin engine still ‘not where we want’ before Suzuka
Honda's Chief Engineer said the power unit supplier had made "progress" but that the performance of their engine was still a long way off […]
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Mercedes becomes third F1 team to drop special Japanese GP livery
Mercedes is the latest team to reveal a one-off livery for F1's Japanese Grand Prix […]
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Leclerc lap exposes how 2026 F1 cars are 'confusing' themselves
F1 2026's cars are 'confusing' themselves, as this striking Charles Leclerc case study shows […]
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Former Alpine F1 team boss leaves organisation after four-year senior role
Former Alpine F1 team boss Bruno Famin has left the organisation, having spent the last few years working in different areas of the company […]
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Adrian Newey "not doing well" amid Aston Martin F1 woes Helmut Marko reveals
Helmut Marko drops verdict on Adrian Newey and Aston Martin's struggles […]
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Helmut Marko says Adrian Newey ‘not doing well’ amid Aston Martin struggles
Helmut Marko reveals private contact with Adrian Newey as Aston Martin’s difficult start deepens concerns […]
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The best of the best home race wins that pleased the home crowds and left rivals wondering. Check back every day to see the latest home win hero in our countdown […]
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Pirelli's plan to combat continuous one-stop races in F1 2026
Pitstop strategy is often a decisive factor during Formula 1 grands prix with Hungary in 2019 being a classic example of that. Max Verstappen attempted to make the one-stopper work, but eventually fell short to the two-stopping Lewis Hamilton, who completed a late charge on fresher tyres for victory.Obviously the debate of a one-stop versus two-stop contest has been ongoing throughout the […]
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Explained: Why F1 break could hurt Red Bull more than its rivals
Red Bull fears the looming five-week F1 break could put it at a "disadvantage" […]
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Vasseur stands firm on starts
It's "case closed" as far as Fred Vasseur is concerned as rivals continue to call for rethink on starts […]
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A stunning victory from Clay Regazzoni, in a Ferrari that oozed style, on a sun-baked street circuit: Formula 1's first visit to Long Beach in 1976 was extraordinary — and still significant, says Matt Bishop […]
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Haas launches bold Godzilla livery for F1 Japanese GP
The Haas Formula 1 team has joined Racing Bulls in launching a special livery for this weekend’s Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.Haas launched the bold design during a Tokyo event as it will pay tribute to the Japanese film character Godzilla after recently partnering with entertainment company Toho.The VF-26 will stick to its traditional white, black and red colour scheme but with the […]
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