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Top F1 teams play down reports of Newey switch
Two leading Formula 1 teams have downplayed explosive new rumours that Adrian Newey might leave Red Bull Racing.
09:02
New blue hue for Ferrari: $100 million sponsor deal
Ferrari's unexpected choice to switch to a blue livery for the upcoming Miami race now makes more sense.
Apr 25, 09:31
Ferrari faces challenge managing rising driver tension
"Sparks" between Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc risks turning into a "fire", as suggested by a renowned Italian F1 insider.
Apr 24, 09:05
Even big F1 teams happy with points system tweak
A move to expand the range of points-awarding positions in Formula 1 from the top ten finishers to the top twelve is expected to easily pass the initial stage of approval.
Apr 24, 09:03
With Hamilton joining, Ferrari to sign F1 title sponsor
With Lewis Hamilton set to move from Mercedes to Ferrari, the renowned Italian Formula 1 team is reportedly on the brink of securing a profitable title sponsorship agreement.
Apr 23, 10:32
Proposed changes to F1 points system spark debate
Formula 1 stands on the brink of potentially initiating another highly debated rule change. Following 2002, amid Ferrari's dominant phase with Michael Schumacher, the sport increased its points distribution from the first six positions to the eighth. By 2010, points were allocated to the top 10 racers at each Grand Prix, with an additional point for the fastest lap introduced in 2019, marking the true onset of the Liberty Media era.
Apr 22, 10:25
Hamilton's exit will spark renewal for Mercedes - boss
Like Ferrari and McLaren, Mercedes is gearing up for significant car improvements for the upcoming Miami Grand Prix.
Apr 22, 10:23
Ferrari pin hopes on upgrades in Miami and Imola
Ferrari is urgently working on car upgrades ahead of the races in Miami and Imola. As the 2024 season progresses, Dr Helmut Marko has hinted that Max Verstappen is comfortably heading towards his fourth straight championship.
Apr 22, 10:22
Max Verstappen achieves Chinese Grand Prix sprint race, qualifying double, mixed fortunes for Lewis Hamilton
Red Bull's Max Verstappen comes out on top in both the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race and qualifying for Sunday's main race.
Apr 20, 10:31
Alonso's new Aston deal hints at non-driving role after '26
Fernando Alonso's recently secured contract extension with Aston Martin could potentially render his longtime associate, Pedro de la Rosa, surplus to requirements.
Apr 20, 09:09
Vasseur stands by decision amid Ferrari's rising tensions
The atmosphere is intensifying within the scarlet confines of Ferrari's cockpits.
Apr 20, 09:07
Surprise names on front row for Chinese Grand Prix sprint race
The Chinese Grand Prix sprint race will feature two surprise names on the front row with Max Verstappen only qualifying in fourth position.
Apr 19, 09:57
Stability and calm key to Verstappen's stay at Red Bull
Max Verstappen has declared he will remain with Red Bull as long as the team environment stays "peaceful and calm."
Apr 19, 09:05
Lance Stroll's future uncertain after Alonso signs new deal
There's an air of uncertainty surrounding Lance Stroll's ongoing involvement in Formula 1.
Apr 19, 09:03
Shanghai's unexpected 'paint job' stuns F1 teams
Formula 1 enthusiasts and teams were unexpectedly perplexed when they scrutinized the revamp work on Shanghai's race track, which had been on a hiatus for four years due to the covid pandemic.
Apr 19, 09:01
Details of Newey's trip to Italy emerge amid Ferrari rumours
It is no longer a mystery why Adrian Newey made a recent trip to Italy. Amid speculation about the obvious internal conflicts within Red Bull, the appearance of the acclaimed F1 engineer at Bologna airport, located merely an hour away from Maranello, sparked widespread discussion.
Apr 18, 08:20
Vasseur on Sainz's 'difficult situation' and Hamilton's impact
Ferrari's team principal has acknowledged that he placed Carlos Sainz in a "difficult situation" this season, yet Frederic Vasseur has justified his decision to incorporate Lewis Hamilton into the team from 2025 onwards.
Apr 18, 08:15
Marko discusses F1 prospects for Ricciardo, Sainz, Perez and Lawson
Carlos Sainz appears more likely to join Audi-owned Sauber than to return to the Red Bull family next year, according to insights from Red Bull's influential Austrian F1 advisor, Dr Helmut Marko. He does, however, admit to "talking to him" about Sainz's next move away from Ferrari.
Apr 18, 08:10
Marko rejects Steiner takeover rumours at second Red Bull team
Dr Helmut Marko has robustly dismissed recent speculation about a potential takeover of Red Bull's secondary Formula 1 team.
Apr 18, 08:05
Raikkonen's son, and 'new Kimi', both eye F1 futures
As a fresh face nicknamed 'Kimi' ascends towards Formula 1, the journey of the real Kimi Raikkonen's offspring to the pinnacle of motor racing also appears inevitable.
Apr 18, 08:00
