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Formula 139d ago

Ukraine files complaint to FIA ethics committee after Russian ban lift

Ukraine has lodged a formal complaint to the FIA ethics committee following the lift to the ban on Russian competitors in international motorsport.The Ukrainian Automobile Federation (FAU) requested an urgent investigation into the Russian Automobile Federation (RAF) on Thursday, stating it is in…

Formula 139d ago

Ferrari pays tribute to Michael Schumacher with special Italian GP race suits

Ferrari has officially revealed the special Formula 1 race suits that Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will wear at the team's home Italian Grand Prix, paying tribute to the legacy of seven-time champion Michael Schumacher.The Maranello outfit is currently preparing for its home race at Monza…

Formula 139d ago

BMW explains why it’s not interested in F1 entry

BMW has cited a lack of opportunities for technology transfer as the key reason why it is not interested in joining Mercedes and Audi in Formula 1.The Munich-based manufacturer has remained absent from F1 since it sold its majority stake in Sauber in 2009, despite the series’ growing popularity…

Formula 139d ago

Kimi Antonelli causes chaos in Amelia Dimoldenberg's "Passenger Princess"

Mercedes Formula 1 driver and current championship leader Kimi Antonelli has featured as a driving instructor in Amelia Dimoldenberg's YouTube series, Passenger Princess.Produced in collaboration with F1 as part of the championship's ongoing push to engage a younger and more diverse audience, the…

Formula 139d ago

Red Bull hands F1 test to protege

Red Bull has given Nikola Tsolov his first Formula 1 test as it continues to assess its options for its 2027 driver line-up at Racing Bulls.The current Formula 2 championship leader completed 690km in a VCARB 02 – Racing Bulls’ 2025 F1 car – at Imola on Thursday as part of the team’s testing of…

Formula 139d ago

Mercedes on Dutch GP team orders: We would’ve done the exact same thing the other way around

Mercedes has reviewed its Dutch Grand Prix team orders and is certain getting Kimi Antonelli to overtake George Russell late on ensured it secured a double Formula 1 podium – and would have made the exact same call the other way around.In the closing stages of the Zandvoort race, Esteban Ocon…

Formula 139d ago

James Vowles addresses Alex Albon-Carlos Sainz collision at Dutch GP

Williams team principal James Vowles has admitted the Grove outfit must shoulder some of the blame for the late-race collision between Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz at the Dutch Grand Prix.During a chaotic race at Zandvoort, won by McLaren's Lando Norris, the two Williams drivers came together on…

Formula 139d ago

Aston Martin warns of tougher F1 races to come

Mike Krack has admitted Fernando Alonso’s ninth-place finish in the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix was facilitated by Zandvoort’s track characteristics, while Aston Martin is yet to extract the full potential of the upgraded AMR26.After qualifying down in 18th, Alonso made the most of an opportunistic…

Formula 139d ago

The numbers behind Lando Norris' "pretty insane" claim about McLaren's F1 development

Whereas Lando Norris thought his Formula 1 title dream had gone up in smoke at Zandvoort last year – resulting in some iconic images in the dunes – this year he won the final edition of the Dutch Grand Prix.Even more important than bouncing back from last year’s DNF is the fact that Norris now has…

Formula 139d ago

Alex Albon on why Williams cannot afford team-mate secrets in F1

Alex Albon has shed light on his partnership with Williams team-mate Carlos Sainz, explaining why the pair share set-up information rather than keep secrets on their respective sides of the garage.It has been a challenging 2026 Formula 1 season for the Grove outfit. The team currently sits ninth in…

Formula 139d ago

Carlos Sainz denies 2027 Audi F1 talks: ‘I never considered leaving Williams’

Carlos Sainz says he never considered leaving the Williams Formula 1 team, having signed a new deal for 2027 last week alongside team-mate Alexander Albon.For the legendary British team, a nine-time constructors’ championship winner, 2026 has been a tough season so far. The FW48 has been losing…

Formula 139d ago

Max Verstappen's Red Bull Dutch GP race suit up for charity auction

Red Bull is auctioning a special-edition Max Verstappen race suit worn during the Dutch Grand Prix weekend, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Wings for Life charity.The auction, hosted via F1 Authentics, offers collectors the opportunity to acquire the race suit worn by the four-time…

Formula 139d ago

Alex Albon opens up about burnout amid growing F1 demands

Alex Albon has opened up about his struggles with burnout during the 2025 Formula 1 season, admitting that the championship's increasing demands and relentless commercial schedule left him feeling severely drained.Speaking from Monaco just days after a frustrating early retirement at the Dutch…

Formula 140d ago

Mercedes 'have got a problem' if McLaren form continues, says Alex Brundle

Alex Brundle has warned that Mercedes could have a major "problem on their hands" if McLaren carries its race-winning Dutch Grand Prix form into Monza and beyond.Lando Norris secured his second consecutive victory of the 2026 Formula 1 season at Zandvoort. Armed with recent car upgrades, the…

Formula 140d ago

Lando Norris announces new Prime Video docuseries with "more access than ever before"

Reigning Formula 1 champion Lando Norris has announced a new three-part documentary series on Prime Video, scheduled for release in 2027.The project, currently carrying the working title Lando, is being produced by Box to Box Films - the London-based production company behind Netflix's Formula 1…

Formula 140d ago

Fred Vasseur identifies Ferrari's next target after "stronger than Mercedes" Zandvoort pace

The Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix turned out to be a race in which Ferrari didn't manage to convert its strong race pace into the best possible outcome – which, according to team principal Fred Vasseur, was down to the team experiencing a difficult qualifying and not executing the race perfectly.With…

Formula 140d ago

Marc Marquez explains why he told injured Isack Hadjar to miss Dutch GP

Marc Marquez has explained why he advised Isack Hadjar against competing in Formula 1’s Dutch Grand Prix while recovering from a wrist injury.The Red Bull driver was keen to race at Zandvoort last weekend despite having injured his wrist the week before while working out in a gym.But the…

Formula 140d ago

How Lando Norris has grown even better since his F1 title, as per McLaren

Just over a month ago, it seemed pretty clear that McLaren was going to be unable to successfully defend the Formula 1 drivers’ title in 2026.Coming into the Hungarian Grand Prix, Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli led the standings with 204 points to his name, while the papaya drivers combined couldn’t even…

Formula 140d ago

F1 fans declare 'silly season now serious season' after Franco Colapinto deal

Formula 1 fans have shared their thoughts on Franco Colapinto's contract extension with Alpine.The Argentine has officially secured his F1 future with Alpine, signing a contract extension to remain alongside Pierre Gasly for the 2027 season. Colapinto has impressed the Enstone outfit since stepping…

Formula 140d ago

Perez admits to disappointment with Cadillac's first F1 season

Sergio Perez says that Cadillac's recent stall in development has rendered the past few Formula 1 races "a disappointment", but believes that the team can find another second's worth of development in 2026.In the first part of the season, Cadillac developed its car significantly to move clear of…

Formula 140d ago

Why McLaren must pass its Monza test before talking about an F1 title challenge

After a difficult start to the 2026 Formula 1 season – with a limited understanding of the Mercedes power unit in Australia and even a double DNS in China – McLaren now appears to be back where the Woking-based team has most often been seen in recent years: at the front of the grid.Consecutive…

Formula 140d ago

Alex Albon dismisses Carlos Sainz Dutch GP tension after clear-the-air breakfast

Alex Albon has played down any tension with Williams team-mate Carlos Sainz following their collision at the Dutch Grand Prix, revealing the pair cleared the air over breakfast on Monday.Sainz accepted full responsibility for the intra-team clash at Zandvoort, which earned him a 10-second penalty…

Formula 140d ago

F1 fans divided over Lewis Hamilton's frustrated team radio

Formula 1 fans have shared their verdict on Lewis Hamilton's "sassy" team radio messages throughout the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort.The seven-time champion vented his frustration to the Ferrari team when he felt he was being held up by his team-mate Charles Leclerc despite the Monegasque driver…

Formula 140d ago

Franco Colapinto secures new Alpine deal for F1 2027

Alpine has retained Franco Colapinto for the 2027 Formula 1 season, signing a new deal with the Argentinian for a second full-time campaign.The 23-year-old will remain alongside Alpine’s lead driver Pierre Gasly, who has been Colapinto’s team-mate since he joined the French marque for round seven…

Formula 140d ago

Why Pierre Gasly’s Monaco case is so complex – and why the outcome could take weeks

Almost three months after the Monaco Grand Prix, the result of Formula 1’s most prestigious race is still not definitive.Pierre Gasly’s time penalty for pitlane speeding was overturned in the week after the race, restoring him to third place at the expense of Isack Hadjar, but that was far from the…

Formula 140d ago

Arvid Lindblad Dutch GP penalty branded "harsh" by Alex Brundle

F1 TV analyst Alex Brundle has labelled the drive-through penalty handed to Arvid Lindblad at the Dutch Grand Prix as "harsh", arguing that drivers should not be punished for secondary overtakes while taking evasive action.The race at Zandvoort was heavily disrupted on the opening lap when home…

Formula 140d ago

Nico Rosberg praises Nico Hulkenberg's "spectacular" Dutch GP save

2016 Formula 1 champion Nico Rosberg has lauded Nico Hulkenberg's "spectacular" reactions to avoid a high-speed collision with his Audi team-mate Gabriel Bortoleto during a chaotic opening lap of the Dutch Grand Prix.While the rain had stopped before the start of the race, there were still some wet…

Formula 140d ago

Williams collapses in F1 pecking order: ‘Aston is a different league right now’

Carlos Sainz says the Williams Formula 1 team now only leads Cadillac in terms of on-track performance, as team-mate Alexander Albon laments an excessive amount of blue flags.F1’s new era started just about decently for Williams, which scored 11 points across the first six rounds of the season and…

Formula 140d ago

George Russell outlines "tough" battle to keep Lewis Hamilton off the Dutch GP podium

George Russell detailed the defensive tactics that he had to deploy as he faced a late challenge from Lewis Hamilton for the podium in Formula 1's Dutch Grand Prix.The Mercedes driver qualified second for the Zandvoort race, but was passed on the opening lap by team-mate Kimi Antonelli. Russell…

Formula 140d ago

Liam Lawson earns praise after impressive Red Bull comeback at Dutch GP

Former Red Bull mechanic and current team ambassador Calum Nicholas has praised Liam Lawson's "absolutely brilliant" adaptation after the New Zealander stepped up to the Milton Keynes outfit at the Dutch Grand Prix.Lawson was unexpectedly called up to the Red Bull seat to replace Isack Hadjar, who…

Formula 140d ago

Explained: Why Red Bull has F1's top-ranked engine – and what it reveals about ADUO

The FIA’s ADUO announcement – the Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities for Formula 1 power units – had been a long time coming. In fact, after the results of the first period were shared with all teams and manufacturers at the Monaco Grand Prix, the press release was ready to go in…

Formula 141d ago

Isack Hadjar's Dutch GP withdrawal was "sign of confidence", says Calum Nicholas

Isack Hadjar's decision to withdraw from the Dutch Grand Prix due to a wrist injury was a demonstration of confidence rather than a sign of weakness, according to former Red Bull mechanic Calum Nicholas.Hadjar, who has had an impressive start to the 2026 campaign alongside four-time champion Max…

Formula 141d ago

Ferrari's updated F1 engines are ready, but Monza debut decision due at weekend

Ferrari was awarded two upgrade tokens through Formula 1’s Additional Upgrades and Opportunities (ADUO) system to modify the power unit in its SF-26. After assembling the two updated engines for Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, the team must now decide whether to run the new power units at next…

Formula 141d ago

FIA reveals latest engine ranking for ADUO as Red Bull remains F1 benchmark

The FIA has published the results of the latest Additional Upgrades and Opportunities (ADUO) evaluation for Formula 1 power units, with Red Bull-Ford still considered the benchmark.According to the federation’s analysis, which is inclusive of all races from the season-opening Australian Grand Prix…

Formula 141d ago

Imola could make F1 calendar return in place of Qatar or Abu Dhabi GP

Formula 1 will soon have to make a decision about the final races of the 2026 season as the conflict between Iran, Israel and the United States continues to shake the Middle East and cast doubt on the Abu Dhabi and Qatar grands prix. Now, an unlikely alternative has reportedly come to the fore…

Formula 141d ago

Mercedes searching for answers after Kimi Antonelli’s pace fell off in F1 Dutch GP

Mercedes has launched a “deep dive” into Kimi Antonelli’s performance at the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix after the championship leader revealed he had a “difficult second half” of the race as he struggled with the balance of his W17.Antonelli had a strong start to the grand prix. After qualifying…

Formula 141d ago

Esteban Ocon defends controversial move on Alex Albon, bemoans F1 rule

Esteban Ocon has defended his controversial overtake on Alexander Albon in the Dutch Grand Prix and criticised the Formula 1 rule that meant he was pegged back for the second start.As Max Verstappen crashed out and Gabriel Bortoleto endured a 360-degree spin on lap one at a slightly damp Zandvoort…

Formula 141d ago

Andrea Stella casts doubt on Mercedes’ claim it can’t afford F1 upgrades: “I actually don't believe you”

McLaren Formula 1 team principal Andrea Stella is sceptical about his Mercedes counterpart Toto Wolff's claims that Mercedes doesn't have the available budget to fast-track car upgrades.In recent weeks Ferrari and especially McLaren have made drastic improvements to their 2026 cars, allowing them…

Formula 141d ago

Fernando Alonso: Dutch GP strategy shows "I'm a very good driver"

Fernando Alonso was full of self-praise at the Formula 1 Dutch Grand Prix, claiming that being “a very good driver” allowed him to convert a one-stop strategy into a shock points finish for Aston martinThe Spanish racer finished ninth at Zandvoort on Sunday from 18th on the grid, claiming his…

Formula 141d ago

Red Bull lacked pace for Max Verstappen Dutch GP podium fight, says Calum Nicholas

Former Red Bull mechanic Calum Nicholas believes that even if Max Verstappen had avoided his opening-lap crash at the Dutch Grand Prix, the team simply lacked the pace to fight for the podium positions.The final Formula 1 grand prix at Zandvoort got off to a dramatic start. While the rain had…