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Formula 127d ago

Mercedes investigating George Russel's British GP top speed issue

Team principal Toto Wolff says Mercedes is looking into the top speed issue that held George Russell back in Formula 1 British Grand Prix qualifying.Russell qualified almost four tenths down on team-mate Kimi Antonelli at Silverstone, losing most of that time on the Hangar Straight as Antonelli was…

Formula 127d ago

Is Red Bull better or worse off one year after Christian Horner's sacking? Our writers have their say

On this day one year ago, Christian Horner was sacked as Red Bull Formula 1 team principal after 20 years in charge.Since then Laurent Mekies was installed as the new team boss, the team enjoyed a resurgence in 2025 in which Max Verstappen came two points off taking a fifth world title and the team…

Formula 127d ago

One year on: How Red Bull changed post-Christian Horner

On 9 July 2025, the news of Christian Horner's shock ousting as Red Bull Racing's F1 boss sent shockwaves through the paddock.Bringing an end to a 20-year period which yielded two dominant, title winning dynasties, Horner was removed following a protracted political battle within Red Bull, with a…

Formula 128d ago

George Russell warns F1 drivers face unknown Spa rain challenge

Mercedes driver George Russell has warned that Formula 1 drivers face a completely unpredictable challenge when there is finally a wet race this season, admitting it is virtually impossible to properly prepare for running the 2026 machinery in wet conditions.Russell was speaking following a…

Formula 128d ago

Pato O'Ward 'no longer cares' about chasing a career in Formula 1

The recurring questions about when Pato O’Ward could make the leap to Formula 1 will come to an end, as the Arrow McLaren team driver in IndyCar revealed on Conor Daly's Speed Street podcast that aspirations of reaching the great circus are no longer on his radar, so his objective is completely in…

Formula 128d ago

Why Red Bull and Max Verstappen struggled at Silverstone – and expect the same at Spa

Although Red Bull topped the initial internal combustion engine rankings – something that is partly due to how each manufacturer has chosen to run its power unit during the opening Formula 1 races of 2026 – the newcomer still appears to be lacking on the electrical side.According to Max Verstappen…

Formula 128d ago

How Charles Leclerc has changed his steering wheel software for the first time since joining Ferrari

Last weekend’s British Grand Prix victory was almost a moment of relief for Charles Leclerc, who had been looking for answers to the set-up changes introduced after the sprint in an effort to regain the feeling he had lost with the SF‑26. It is a win that carries a far deeper meaning than his smile…

Formula 128d ago

George Russell explains mindset after tough start to 2026 F1 campaign

Mercedes driver George Russell has insisted that he "didn't really lose faith" during a challenging start to his 2026 campaign.While the British driver won the season-opening Australian Grand Prix and the Chinese sprint race, he endured a series of unlucky moments as his teenage team-mate Kimi…

Formula 129d ago

Toto Wolff expecting strong Ferrari challenge for 'rest of F1 2026'

Toto Wolff expects Ferrari to continue challenging Mercedes dominance of the 2026 Formula 1 campaign after Charles Leclerc’s victory at the British Grand Prix.The Silver Arrows mastered the switch to the 2026 regulations by winning the opening six grands prix, but then Ferrari closed the gap with a…

Formula 129d ago

Fernando Alonso: No "driver talent" is needed with F1 2026 cars

Fernando Alonso has launched another scathing review of the 2026 Formula 1 regulations by claiming no “driver talent” is required after the British Grand Prix.This year F1 has introduced its latest regulation overhaul with radical changes to both the chassis and power unit, the latter being the…

Formula 129d ago

How the more technical F1 2026 regulations hinder customer teams

The FIA guarantees customer Formula 1 teams access to the same power unit specification as the works’ outfit, but the complexity of the 2026 systems has placed experience at the forefront.This is witnessed in the McLaren case with its engine partner Mercedes, where the real difference no longer…

Formula 129d ago

Mercedes confirms F1 upgrade strategy amid Ferrari and Red Bull resurgence

Mercedes trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin has warned followers of the team that the Brackley outfit faces an escalating threat from a resurgent Ferrari and Red Bull.Speaking after the British Grand Prix weekend at Silverstone, where George Russell salvage a second-place finish while…

Formula 129d ago

FIA looking into Red Bull and Ferrari's rotating F1 wings after Max Verstappen's crashes

After Red Bull launched its own investigation into Max Verstappen's Silverstone crash, with team principal Laurent Mekies insisting the squad would leave "no stone unturned", the FIA has also requested additional information.Motorsport.com has learned that the governing body has contacted both…

Formula 129d ago

George Russell reflects on emotional British GP podium in full circle moment

Mercedes Formula 1 driver George Russell has reflected on his podium finish at the British Grand Prix as he shared his long-term connection to the iconic Silverstone circuit.For the British driver, standing on the podium at his home race was part of a journey that began in his childhood. Russell…

Formula 129d ago

Martin Brundle proposes three fixes to avoid F1 safety car finishes after British GP

Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle has urged the FIA to overhaul its safety car regulations, proposing three fixes following the anticlimactic end to the British Grand Prix.The race at the iconic Silverstone circuit looked to be on course for an exciting end with Charles…

Formula 129d ago

Martin Brundle points to Kimi Antonelli lesson after "heartbreaking" British GP

Mercedes' championship leader Kimi Antonelli suffered a harsh but necessary learning experience during the British Grand Prix, with former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle noting a communication breakdown that derailed the Italian's charge for victory.The Silverstone weekend…

Formula 129d ago

FIA British GP decision questioned as former Alpine boss offers alternative

Former Formula 1 team principal Otmar Szafnauer has argued that the FIA missed a prime opportunity to deliver a spectacular finish to the British Grand Prix, insisting the race should have been red-flagged following Max Verstappen's late retirement.The Silverstone race ended behind the safety car…

Formula 129d ago

Charles Leclerc's British GP win could transform F1 title fight, says Juan Pablo Montoya

Juan Pablo Montoya believes the battle for the Formula 1 championship could become "really exciting" if Charles Leclerc can build on his British Grand Prix victory with the same consistency shown by his Ferrari team-mate Lewis Hamilton. Leclerc took his first grand prix win of the season, and his…

Formula 129d ago

Kimi Antonelli told key Michael Schumacher lesson he needs to learn in F1 title fight

Former Alpine team principal Otmar Szafnauer has claimed that championship leader Kimi Antonelli must learn how to manage a compromised car if he wants to secure titles, drawing comparisons to Michael Schumacher's ability to nurse damaged machinery.The 19-year-old driver endured a bruising British…

Formula 129d ago

Ferrari faces Lewis Hamilton-Charles Leclerc decision after British GP victory, says Rob Smedley

Former Ferrari race engineer Rob Smedley believes the Maranello outfit might have to make the decision to prioritise seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton over Charles Leclerc if it is to stand any real chance of clinching the 2026 drivers' championship.Smedley's comments came after a…

Formula 129d ago

The pre-race tweak that hampered Lewis Hamilton's British GP

Ferrari didn’t start its British Grand Prix weekend in the most optimistic of ways, as its engineers estimated a possible six tenths deficit to Formula 1’s dominant outfit Mercedes on the straights.But then it took a completely unexpected turn, surprising even the drivers, as Lewis Hamilton took a…

Formula 129d ago

Should the British GP ending cause a change in F1 safety car rules?

The 2026 Formula 1 British Grand Prix endured a very anticlimactic end as drivers crossed the finish line under safety car conditions, which prompted boos from the SIlverstone crowd.It came after Max Verstappen crashed at Stowe with six laps remaining and once his Red Bull had been cleared, race…

Formula 130d ago

Fred Vasseur dismisses Ferrari F1 title talk: "Let's focus on Spa"

Ferrari F1 team principal Fred Vasseur says he doesn't want to hear about the Scuderia's championship chances yet given the team's fluctuating performances.A large upgrade package in Spain yielded the team a surprise Barcelona GP win, and a first for Lewis Hamilton in red. And at last weekend's…

Formula 130d ago

Kimi Antonelli spotted with Roger Federer at Wimbledon after British GP misery

Mercedes Formula 1 driver Kimi Antonelli made a high-profile appearance at Wimbledon just 24 hours after the British Grand Prix. The current championship leader attended the All England Club on Monday, supporting Jannik Sinner on Centre Court alongside tennis legend Roger Federer."My worlds…

Formula 130d ago

Ayrton Senna 1992 race-worn F1 helmet smashes estimate at auction reaching six-figure sum

A race-worn helmet of three-time Formula 1 champion Ayrton Senna has seen a dramatic £100,000 surge in bidding over the British Grand Prix weekend, pushing its current bid to £260,000 at the time of writing.The iconic piece of motorsport history, which was used by the Brazilian legend during the…

Formula 130d ago

F1 pundit warns against early Kimi Antonelli verdict after British GP

Former Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer has cautioned against prematurely labelling Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli as a fundamentally better driver than his team-mate George Russell.The intra-team dynamic at the Brackley outfit was under scrutiny once again at the British Grand Prix. While Russell…

Formula 130d ago

Max Verstappen's Red Bull failures labelled "big concern" after British GP retirement

Max Verstappen's recurring active aero failures have been noted as a safety concern after the Red Bull driver went off the circuit at high speed for the second time in eight days at the British Grand Prix. The four-time Formula 1 champion endured a miserable weekend at Silverstone, which ultimately…

Formula 130d ago

Toto Wolff's 'spiciest slapback' at George Russell at British GP compared to Mark Webber moment

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff's blunt post-race radio message to George Russell at the British Grand Prix has been likened to Mark Webber's infamous 2010 quote by Formula 1 commentator Alex Jacques.Russell finished second at his home race, inheriting the position after his team-mate Kimi…

Formula 130d ago

Red Bull investigates Max Verstappen’s rear wing failure, “all options open” for Spa

For the second consecutive race weekend, Max Verstappen crashed due to an issue with Red Bull's rear wing, although the four-time world champion immediately stressed that the two failures were caused by different problems."A different fault, let's say, but the same outcome," Verstappen…

Formula 130d ago

Ferrari to become first F1 team to test at the Madring ahead of Spanish GP

Ferrari is set for a filming day this week at the new home of the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix, Motorsport.com has learned.The Scuderia will take to the Madrid street track on Thursday, labelled ‘Madring’, which is set to host its first grand prix on 11-13 September after replacing Barcelona as the…

Formula 130d ago

Lewis Hamilton expects Mercedes pair to get penalties for exceeding engine usage later in F1 season

Lewis Hamilton expects Mercedes drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to face grid penalties for exceeding power unit component usage later in the 2026 Formula 1 season.The seven-time F1 world champion, who initially praised Ferrari’s reliability, put the spotlight on Mercedes given its…

Formula 130d ago

F1 could move away from customer power units 2031

The FIA, F1's governing body, is considering offering a third-party supply of engines to customer teams from 2031 as the series looks set to move to cheaper V8 power units.FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and F1 chief Stefano Domenicali have long been aligned on the series moving to cheaper…

Formula 130d ago

Kimi Antonelli praised for championship mentality after British GP fight

Naomi Schiff has praised Kimi Antonelli for demonstrating the fighting mentality required to win a Formula 1 championship during his frustrating British Grand Prix.The Mercedes driver had the race win in his sights as he closed down the gap to Ferrari's Charles Leclerc but saw a potential victory…

Formula 130d ago

The clever electrical trick that gives Mercedes an edge in qualifying

During qualifying for both races over the British Grand Prix weekend, one curious detail caught the eye: both Mercedes drivers completely lifted off the accelerator just a few metres before crossing the finish line. It's unusual behaviour, because drivers normally try to cross the line with the…

Formula 130d ago

Lewis Hamilton 'wouldn't have pitted' under safety car if he knew British GP second was at risk

Lewis Hamilton has conceded he wouldn't have pitted for a second time under the late safety car at the British Grand Prix had he known he would have lost second place to George Russell.Seven-time champion Hamilton had been behind Ferrari team-mate and eventual race winner Charles Leclerc when the…

Formula 130d ago

David Coulthard points to George Russell concern after British GP P2: "Knows that was fortunate"

David Coulthard believes that George Russell will leave the British Grand Prix feeling like he "got away with it", as his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli continues to extract a level of performance that the Briton is currently struggling to match.Russell secured his first-ever podium finish at…

Formula 130d ago

Red Bull STEMx helmets stolen at Silverstone as Calum Nicholas issues CCTV warning

Former Red Bull Formula 1 mechanic Calum Nicholas has shared that replica helmets were stolen from the Red Bull STEMx van following the British Grand Prix.Nicholas has publicly called out the thieves who stole the replica helmets from the STEMx educational van during the race weekend at…

Formula 131d ago

David Coulthard calls for FIA entertainment focus after British GP ending

Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has urged the FIA to prioritise "entertainment" following the anticlimactic safety car finish at the British Grand Prix.The race at Silverstone saw Charles Leclerc secure his first victory at the iconic circuit and Ferrari's 250th grand prix win. However, the…

Formula 131d ago

Kimi Antonelli: British GP setback "makes the fire grow even more" in F1 title fight

Kimi Antonelli has seen his Formula 1 championship lead shrink to just 25 points over nearest rival George Russell and 32 over Ferrari challenger Lewis Hamilton in the space of three race weekends.Where Antonelli struggled for outright performance during last year's European leg of the season, the…

Formula 131d ago

The statistics behind Ferrari's 250th F1 win

Ferrari has been chasing a world title since 2008 in the constructors' championship and 2007 in the drivers' championship, but remains the most successful team in Formula 1. Winner of the British Grand Prix on Sunday, Charles Leclerc even allowed the Scuderia to reach a new symbolic milestone.The…