What Red Bull F1 team should be most “worried about” after Gianpiero Lambiase exit
Karun Chandhok pinpoints his biggest worry for Red Bull after losing another key figure […]
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F1 boss issues verdict on start of 2026 season, backs potential changes
Formula 1 CEO and president Stefano Domenicali is confident the world championship will make the required adjustments to improve the 2026 regulations but insists F1 is on the right track amid growing worldwide interest.F1 overhauled its technical regulations for 2026 with a much bigger reliance on electric energy, featuring a near 50-50 split between the internal combustion engine and a larger […]
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Lance Stroll open to more GT3 races after ‘great fun’ debut
Lance Stroll reflects on a penalty-hit GT3 debut but admits he’s eager for more events in the future […]
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F1 boss sheds light on talks with Max Verstappen after rule criticism
F1 boss Stefano Domenicali has been in discussions with Max Verstappen about the much-maligned 2026 rules […]
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F1 boss responds to Max Verstappen's criticism of 2026 rules: “His voice has to be listened to”
After the first three race weekends under the new-for-2026 ruleset, the April break offers a few weeks of reflection for the FIA and Formula 1.On 20 April, team principals will meet to further discuss possible adjustments that have been brought up in technical discussions, including a meeting of technical experts last Thursday.The possible tweaks are mainly related to energy management to […]
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Oscar Piastri’s Nürburgring test cut short as McLaren hit by test issue
Oscar Piastri’s Nürburgring F1 debut was cut short by a technical issue as McLaren and Mercedes hit the track for a Pirelli tyre test.” […]
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Incoming Aston Martin F1 team principal "completely screwed", claims commentator
Will Buxton has predicted a bleak future for Aston Martin amid continued speculation over the leadership structure of the team […]
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As F1 prepares to vote on a package of 2026 regulation tweaks, Mark Hughes argues the most meaningful fix is the one most seem unwilling to try […]
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Nigel Mansell backs "fired up" Lewis Hamilton to win another F1 title
Nigel Mansell says Lewis Hamilton is "reinvigorated" in F1 2026 […]
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F1 could spread 2026 rules tweaks over multiple races
F1 could hold back the biggest changes to the 2026 car rules until mid-June […]
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Ferrari admits clear SF-26 ‘deficit’ after Lewis Hamilton spots ‘huge’ Mercedes ‘step’
Lewis Hamilton has found agreement over the Ferrari SF-26 with Fred Vasseur admitting to a clear "deficit" to Mercedes in F1 2026 […]
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Oscar Piastri explains why mental strength mattered more in 2025 title battle
Oscar Piastri has argued that mental training is possibly more important than physical training.The McLaren driver found himself in the championship fight in his third Formula 1 season in 2025, and while reflecting on the intense year, he claimed that having mental strength was imperative."It's a really important part of it, and I think for me it's probably equally, if not even more […]
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F1 returning to India soon after 2027 sounds like wishful thinking
A return for Formula 1 to the former home of the Indian Grand Prix does not look likely to happen any time soon […]
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Jenson Button responds to ‘natural successor to Martin Brundle’ Sky F1 claim
Jenson Button has broken his silence on suggestions that he could replace Martin Brundle in the Sky F1 commentary team […]
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F1 stars spotted at Jannik Sinner match at Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters
With the Formula 1 calendar hitting an unexpected five-week break, the drivers have been making the most of the additional time away from the track. While Lewis Hamilton has been spotted in California for Coachella and Kimi Antonelli spent time at Valentino Rossi's Italian ranch, Alex Albon, Ollie Bearman, Gabriel Bortoleto and Oscar Piastri came together to watch Jannik Sinner at the Rolex […]
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Mansell: 'Reinvigorated' Hamilton is fired up again
Former world champion Nigel Mansell says Lewis Hamilton is fired up again after a much stronger start to the 2026 season compared to last year; Formula 1 returns with a Sprint weekend in Miami on May 1-3, live on Sky Sports F1 […]
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‘Ralf talks a lot of bulls**t’ – Jos Verstappen responds to Schumacher’s latest Red Bull claim
Jos Verstappen, the father of Max Verstappen, says Ralf Schumacher "talks a lot of bulls**t" after a comment on Red Bull in F1 2026 […]
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Sam Bird reveals what Formula 1 reserve drivers actually do behind the scenes
Former Formula E driver Sam Bird has shed light on what it actually is that Formula 1 reserve drivers do for teams.Bird, who previously served as a reserve driver for the Mercedes F1 team, shared insight into the gruelling reality of the role during an interview with Lucas Stewart."A lot of simulation. So, pre-event and post-event," Bird explained. "Pre-event, it will be making sure […]
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Miami Grand Prix 2026 IMAX tickets now on sale: How much are they and how to get them?
Tickets are now available for the 2026 Miami Grand Prix at IMAX locations across America. Following Apple TV's acquisition of the exclusive broadcasting rights to Formula 1 in the United States, the technology giant joined forces with IMAX to bring a select number of races to the big screen.The collaboration kicks off with the upcoming Miami Grand Prix on 3 May, and tickets are now […]
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Max Verstappen supports Gianpiero Lambiase's Red Bull exit decision, according to Jos Verstappen
Max Verstappen's father Jos has revealed that he and his son had known that the four-time champion's Red Bull race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase was going to leave the Milton Keynes outfit. Lambiase has signed with McLaren from 2028 after his current contract expires. The British-Italian engineer will join the Woking outfit as chief racing officer, reporting to team principal Andrea […]
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Round-up: Verstappen and Norris right to criticise F1 says Mansell, and more
Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up […]
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Martin Brundle sets record straight on Sky Sports F1 future after replacement rumours
Martin Brundle has set the record straight after reports began to circulate that he was taking a step back from his Sky Sports Formula 1 duties.The former F1 driver responded to reports claiming that he was reducing the number of races he would be covering in 2026. One fan commented on their disappointment at the prospect of seeing less of the Briton on the F1 coverage. "Nooooo! I love […]
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David Coulthard says modern F1 drivers have lost 'anger, hunger and fight' of past eras
13-time Formula 1 grand prix winner David Coulthard believes the current generation of drivers has lost the raw "anger and hunger" that defined the sport's more dangerous eras.Having raced in the championship from 1994 to 2008, Coulthard reflected on the contrasts between his own time competing and the modern era. "My generation, we raced in all weather conditions. You couldn't see, you […]
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Naomi Schiff warns 2026 F1 has pushed driver mental load to a new level
According to former W Series driver and Sky Sports Formula 1 analyst Naomi Schiff, the mental load placed on the current F1 drivers is "probably higher than it ever has been".During an episode of the Up To Speed podcast, Schiff discussed the myriad of distractions and sheer volume of information that the drivers have to process from within the cockpit. "Besides the fact that you've got so […]
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Toto Wolff opens up on Mercedes gamble that critics said would ‘burn’ Kimi Antonelli
Mercedes Formula 1 CEO and team principal Toto Wolff has spoken about how his management style changes to motivate drivers, and how he understands the pressure of racing from his time behind the wheel.Prior to joining Mercedes as CEO and team principal in 2013, the 54-year-old raced in the Austrian Formula Ford Championship, the German Formula Ford Series, the 1994 24 Hours Nurburgring, the […]
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Schumacher teases Verstappen, Piastri seat swap; Aston Martin under microscope – roundup
Max Verstappen could join McLaren with Oscar Piastri taking his seat at Red Bull in a new F1 driver market prediction […]
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Racing Bulls' next upgrade will last just one race
F1's double race cancellation has forced Racing Bulls into an unusual upgrade situation […]
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Liam Lawson reveals why ‘raw’ Supercars dream still appeals beyond F1
Liam Lawson has responded to Supercars speculation and explained exactly why the category still excites him […]
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Lance Stroll encouraged by maiden GT3 race despite troubled run at Paul Ricard
Aston Martin Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll says he was “encouraged” by his performance on his GT3 debut, even if his “race was basically over” by the time he took over the wheel.With F1’s Bahrain Grand Prix cancelled due to the Iran War, Stroll headed to Paul Ricard in the south of France last weekend to contest the opening round of GT World Challenge Europe.Read […]
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Ex-Ferrari F1 boss reveals how he denied Senna a chance to sign with the team
Jean Todt has shared how Ayrton Senna came close to signing for Ferrari in the early 1990s […]
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Send your F1 questions to PlanetF1.com’s paddock journalists
From rules to rivalries and much more, submit your Formula 1 questions and get answers from our paddock insiders […]
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The brutal punishment F1 teams could face after FIA qualifying trick ban
Formula 1 teams will be dealt with harshly if they continue to push the limits in qualifying after a new FIA ruling […]
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Pierre Gasly says Alpine ‘sacrifices paid off’ as qualifying gap shrinks
Pierre Gasly has pointed to the sacrifices Alpine made in 2025 as part of its 2026 success so far, scoring points at every race so far […]
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FIA clamps down on Mercedes and Red Bull engine trickery
The FIA has banned a deployment trick used by Mercedes and Red Bull to gain performance in qualifying […]
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Ayao Komatsu warns F1 not to rush 2026 rule changes
Ayao Komatsu has called for patience as early talks begin over potential tweaks to the F1 2026 rules in April […]
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Team-mate battles in 2026: Are “slower” F1 drivers suddenly more competitive?
After the first three race weekends of the 2026 Formula 1 season, now is a good time to take a detailed look at the intra-team battles: who is currently the faster driver? Who excels in qualifying, and who in race trim? Who is adapting best to the new regulations – and who is emerging as a surprise?Here, we run through the driver pairings that make up all 11 teams on the 2026 Formula 1 grid […]
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Binotto unsurprised by Audi's engine deficiency
Audi boss, Mattia Binotto admits that his team's under-performing engine hasn't come as a surprise […]
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Mercedes-Red Bull F1 engine trick banned by FIA
The Race can reveal that a controversial engine trick used by the Mercedes and Red Bull F1 teams on qualifying laps has been banned by the FIA […]
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Jules Bianchi memories 'the best I have in motorsport', says Charles Leclerc
Charles Leclerc remembers Jules Bianchi […]
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Andrea Stella reveals McLaren knows exactly how to unlock MCL40 potential
Andrea Stella said he believes the full potential of the McLaren MCL40 is yet to be unlocked, but his team knows exactly what to do […]
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Verstappen loathes F1’s new generation of cars – but what do his rivals reckon?
Max Verstappen has left no one in doubt how he feels about Formula 1. But how many of his rivals are as unhappy a he is? […]
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Mercedes move "the perfect opportunity" for Verstappen after losing key Red Bull ally
Max Verstappen will be looking for a Red Bull exit route, says former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya […]
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Carlos Sainz battling ‘animal instinct’ in F1 2026 qualifying demands
Carlos Sainz opens up on battling instinct under F1 2026 qualifying rules and why discipline now matters more than outright push […]
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Wolff "fired" Hamilton and Rosberg
Toto Wolff has revealed that he sought to sack both Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg following their collision at the Red Bull Ring in 2016 […]
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Adrian Newey faces brutal Aston Martin reality as AMR26 reliability crisis bites early
Aston Martin may have been one of the most exciting prospects coming into 2026, but Adrian Newey's squad is one that needs time […]
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Forty years on from the 1986 Spanish Grand Prix, Matt Bishop recalls the race that compressed the genius of three Formula 1 legends into a winning gap of just 0.014 seconds […]
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Helmut Marko: Mercedes to win 2026 F1 title, Kimi Antonelli to challenge George Russell
Helmut Marko expects the 2026 Formula 1 drivers’ championship to be a two-horse race between Mercedes’ lead driver George Russell and his sophomore team-mate Kimi Antonelli.Mercedes has dominated the first three rounds of the season as F1 switched to new technical regulations, taking a 1-2 in all four qualifying sessions and winning all four races so far (including the sprint in […]
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Jenson Button addresses Martin Brundle F1 replacement speculation
Jenson Button has spoken out after speculation that he could be set to replace Martin Brundle on a full-time basis […]
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Audi verdict on F1 debut results
Mattia Binotto "wonld have signed" to achieve Audi's early success this year […]
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Jean Todt reveals hidden side of Michael Schumacher
Jean Todt lifts the lid on Michael Schumacher’s hidden side as the German legend dominated Formula 1 in the early 2000s […]
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Quirky Williams 2027 F1 car name plan explained
Williams is understood to have made an unusual decision about what to call its 2027 F1 car […]
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‘Ultimate underdog’ says Rosberg but Antonellli downplays title chances
Kimi Antonelli’s stunning start to the 2026 F1 season has drawn a bold verdict from 2016 world champion Nico Rosberg […]
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We predict the 2027 F1 driver line-up
Amid the very real possibility of Max Verstappen stepping away from F1 in 2027, we take an early stab at predicting next year's grid […]
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Ralf Schumacher warns Ferrari may not catch Mercedes despite major Miami upgrade push
Ferrari’s big Miami upgrade may not be enough as Ralf Schumacher delivers a blunt verdict on their title hopes […]
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Brundle: Aston Martin 'horror show' won't end soon
Aston Martin and engine partners Honda have more work to do than most during F1s enforced April break after troubled first three race weekends; how soon before the Adrian Newey-led team are back in points-scoring contention? […]
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Montoya questions Red Bull after GianPiero Lambiase McLaren bombshell
Juan Pablo Montoya cannot understand why Red Bull didn’t act sooner to keep Max Verstappen’s trusted ally […]
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