Red Bull-style B teams risk ‘compromising fairness’ in F1 – Zak Brown
McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown says the ‘A team and B team’ model risks “compromising the integrity of sporting fairness” in Formula 1.Close ties between teams have been scrutinized throughout the last two decades, during which Red Bull has owned two F1 outfits, and even prior to that – for instance when Sauber’s Ferrari-powered backmarker Norberto Fontana blocked the Scuderia’s […]
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Where Red Bull thinks its 2026 F1 engine really stacks up
Red Bull has pushed back against any idea that it has the benchmark Formula 1 engine […]
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Sainz to Red Bull? ‘Maybe even worse than Williams’ says Patrese
Carlos Sainz has been warned that a potential move to Red Bull could leave him worse off than staying put at Williams […]
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Changes not revolutionary, admits Tombazis
The FIA's single-seater director, Nikolas Tombazis appears to play down the impact of regulations "refinements" […]
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McLaren boss Zak Brown U-turns stance over Christian Horner F1 return
McLaren's Zak Brown gives his take on a possible Christian Horner F1 return […]
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McLaren boss teases ‘entirely new’ car for Miami Grand Prix
McLaren is targeting another Miami breakthrough, hoping lightning can strike twice after its 2024 upgrade masterstroke […]
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Get your hands on unique souvenirs from iconic F1 moments
Race-used parts and signed items from some of F1's most memorable moments are up for grabs […]
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Turkish Grand Prix to return to F1 calendar in ‘five-year deal’
Formula 1 is expected to return to Istanbul Park in 2027. Imminent confirmation is expected of a deal to bring back the Turkish Grand Prix […]
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McLaren introducing "entirely new" car
Andrea Stella says that the car McLaren runs over the next two races will be "entirely new" […]
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Zak Brown insists A/B team criticism not personal amid Mercedes Alpine talks
Zak Brown is adamant his criticism of A/B teams is not personal with Mercedes, or Toto Wolff, in negotiations to purchase Otro's stake in Alpine […]
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‘F1 has no problems’ - F1 chief’s firm defence against 2026 rules backlash
F1 boss Stefano Domenicali responds to criticism about the 2026 rules […]
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Ferrari trials updated 'Macarena' wing in Monza F1 test
Ferrari is set to introduce substantial upgrades on its SF-26 Formula 1 car at the Miami Grand Prix next week.The cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi grands prix due to the Iran war has altered not just the calendar but also the update schedule: the new parts teams were to bring to the Middle Eastern rounds were postponed to Miami.Ferrari consequently performed a 'filming day' in Monza […]
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How F1's urgent 2026 rule changes will actually work
New data has revealed just how much F1’s rule changes should actually change the cars' behaviour in qualifying […]
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McLaren addresses “total nonsense" Gianpiero Lambiase F1 team boss rumours
Zak Brown rubbishes "total nonsense" claims about Gianpiero Lambiase replacing Andrea Stella […]
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Guenther Steiner plays down GianPiero Lambiase Red Bull exit amid ongoing departures
Guenther Steiner outlines why Red Bull’s key departures were inevitable amid shifting fortunes […]
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Allan McNish set for new racing director role at Audi F1 team
Crash.net understands Allan McNish is set to be named as racing director at the Audi F1 team […]
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Piquet Jr calls Briatore management ‘biggest mistake’ in candid career reflection
Nelson Piquet Jr opens up on his relationship with Flavio Briatore, reflecting on his time at Renault during the Crashgate era […]
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Damon Hill reveals regret after rejecting Ron Dennis and McLaren move
Damon Hill opens up on rejecting McLaren over the vibe he got from Ron Dennis, and the regret that followed within minutes […]
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David Coulthard on Max Verstappen and Red Bull: ‘Nothing lasts forever’
Max Verstappen’s F1 future is uncertain as David Coulthard warns even the strongest Red Bull Racing bond may not last forever […]
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Round-up: McLaren to introduce revamped car at next race, and more
Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up […]
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F1 and FIA applauded for quick reaction to 2026 complaints
Will Buxton has applauded Formula 1 and the FIA for responding to criticism of the 2026 regulations with changes ahead of the Miami Grand Prix, and for implementing the tweaks quickly.Speaking on the Up To Speed podcast, Buxton argued that it is unusual for adjustments to be introduced so quickly in the modern era of the championship, especially with the demanding race calendar."First […]
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Jean Todt reveals Red Bull wanted him after Ferrari, and why he rejected the offer
Former Ferrari team principal Jean Todt has revealed that he was approached by Red Bull after his exit from the Maranello outfit, and why he chose to turn the opportunity down. Todt served as Ferrari team principal from 1993 to 2007, during which time the team secured seven constructors' titles and six drivers' titles, before Stefano Domenicali took over the role in 2008.In addition to […]
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Jolyon Palmer names ideal Max Verstappen replacement at Red Bull if he leaves
Former Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer believes Charles Leclerc should be at the top of Red Bull's wishlist if four-time champion Max Verstappen were to leave.The Dutchman has openly criticised the new regulations, which were introduced in 2026, initially describing them as "Formula E on steroids". While tweaks to the regulations are being introduced, Verstappen has admitted that he is […]
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F1 2026 not in ‘intensive care’ as FIA announces Miami FP1 change – roundup
Max Verstappen, the FIA, and the Miami Grand Prix are among the key topics as we pool together the latest F1 news headlines […]
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Oscar Piastri hopeful FIA tweaks restore ‘normal’ F1 2026 qualifying feel
Oscar Piastri explains why new FIA changes from Miami could finally fix qualifying’s strange new F1 2026 reality […]
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Which modern Formula 1 driver raced for the most teams?
Max Verstappen is currently in his 11th year driving for Red Bull, and Lewis Hamilton spent 12 seasons at Mercedes. In modern Formula 1, there is a clear trend toward longer contracts, with some drivers spending almost their entire careers at a single team.It is, therefore, hardly surprising that Charles Leclerc has now contested the second-most grands prix for Ferrari – trailing only […]
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Zak Brown insists Andrea Stella remains McLaren ‘glue’ amid GianPiero Lambiase arrival
GianPiero Lambiase’s arrival at McLaren may spark intrigue, but Andrea Stella’s position at the heart of the team is not under threat […]
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Zak Brown "bets" on Max Verstappen Mercedes F1 move as he shuts down McLaren links
McLaren boss Zak Brown gives his verdict on Max Verstappen's F1 future […]
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Damon Hill reveals Pedro Diniz crash made him quit racing
Damon Hill opens up on the terrifying Pedro Diniz crash, born from his own "crass mistake", that made him walk away from racing […]
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F1 drivers given extra practice time for Miami GP Sprint weekend
Find out the race-week schedule, weather and how to watch the Miami Grand Prix Sprint weekend; watch every session of the Miami Grand Prix from Friday, May 1 with Sprint Qualifying at 9.30pm live on Sky Sports F1 […]
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Max Verstappen quit threats 'the gauge' of F1 tweak success
Max Verstappen has repeatedly suggested he could be heading for the Formula 1 exit door […]
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David Coulthard lifts lid on soaring junior racing costs with £8million claim
Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has shed light on the financial realities of joining the F1 grid in 2026, estimating an eye-watering £8million price tag to fund a junior career.Speaking on the Up To Speed podcast alongside former W Series driver and Sky Sports F1 pundit Naomi Schiff, the 13-time grand prix winner broke down the financial ladder that junior drivers face today."If […]
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FIA extends Miami GP FP1 for first taste of revised regulations
A revised F1 2026 formula will hit the track in Miami, prompting the FIA to make a race weekend format change […]
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F1 first practice extended on return for three reasons
Formula 1's sole practice session at the Miami Grand Prix has been extended from 60 to 90 minutes, with the FIA giving three reasons for doing so […]
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F1 drivers given extra practice time with new rules at Miami Grand Prix
The FIA will give Formula 1 drivers extra time to practice at the Miami Grand Prix due to the recent change in the rules […]
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FP1 in Miami extended to 90 minutes
The FIA has announced that the sole practice session in Miami will now run for ninety minutes […]
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F1 Miami Grand Prix: 2026 rule tweaks prompt significant FP1 change
F1's governing body the FIA has announced a change to the sole practice session at the Miami Grand Prix […]
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20 years ago, Michael Schumacher held off Fernando Alonso in Imola F1 duel
On 23 April 2006, Michael Schumacher held off Fernando Alonso for victory in the San Marino Grand Prix, mirroring Formula 1’s previous Imola race.Back in 2005, Alonso won by 0.215s over a resurgent Schumacher, who started from 13th on the grid; the Spaniard withstood intense pressure from the Ferrari in the last 12 laps.This time around, Schumacher was on pole – beating Ayrton […]
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McLaren drivers hope Verstappen remains in F1
Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri both believe that the sport would be poorer if Max Verstappen were to carry out his 'threat' and walk away from F1 […]
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Audi drops limited-edition adidas collection ahead of F1 Miami GP
The Audi Formula 1 team has unveiled a limited-edition adidas collection ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. The Miami Collection features the colours of the Florida city, with sunset pinks and baby blues. It also draws inspiration from the Teamgeist design of the 2006 FIFA World Cup.The collection, which is available now from the official Audi F1 store or directly from adidas, includes pieces […]
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British karting star eclipses Lewis Hamilton as McLaren’s youngest-ever driver
McLaren has added a British karting talent to its driver development pool […]
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Brown would welcome Horner's return to the F1 paddock
McLaren boss, Zak Brown believes that F1 would benefit from the return of Christian Horner, what with his personality and track record […]
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Charles Leclerc wary of time passed as Ferrari title wait continues
Charles Leclerc opens up on Ferrari loyalty, but admits the clock is ticking on his Formula 1 title dream […]
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David Coulthard dismisses Ayrton Senna and Kimi Antonelli comparisons with Valentino Rossi claim
Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has shot down comparisons between Ayrton Senna and Kimi Antonelli, claiming that the young Italian driver is more like MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi.Antonelli has firmly placed himself in the drivers' title fight after the first three rounds of the season. He took the lead in the championship, becoming the youngest driver to do so, after back-to-back […]
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'F1 has no problems' - We challenge F1's boss on key 2026 concerns
We grilled F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali on the biggest criticisms of the 2026 rules […]
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F1 hints at major engine rules pivot for 2031 - what we know
F1 chief Stefano Domenicali tells The Race why the next generation of engine rules can be a very different proposition […]
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Motor Sport - Magazine & News
Motor Sport F1 Show with Mark Hughes Could too much criticism damage F1? Mark and special guest Matt Bishop explore the latest in the new rules saga, and consider why Ferrari GP winner Michele Alboreto doesn't get the credit he deserves […]
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Zak Brown would be “shocked” if Christian Horner didn’t return to F1
McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown says he would be “shocked” if former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner didn’t return to Formula 1 in the future.Horner spent 20 years at the helm of the Milton Keynes-based outfit, which he led to six drivers’ and eight constructors’ titles. His position became precarious after Red Bull co-founder Dietrich Mateschitz’ death; it was also weakened […]
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Zak Brown plays down Max Verstappen to McLaren as alternate move tipped
Zak Brown dismisses talk of Max Verstappen joining McLaren, but points elsewhere to where he could see Verstappen ending up […]
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Why Toto Wolff is critical of 'unenjoyable' Kimi Antonelli-Senna F1 comparisons
Comparisons have already been drawn between Kimi Antonelli and Formula 1 legend Ayrton Senna […]
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How much slower will the 2026 cars be under revised F1 rules, and will overtaking be impacted?
One of the biggest questions surrounding the 2026 F1 rule changes has been answered […]
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Guenther Steiner explains why McLaren’s Gianpiero Lambiase signing is a major long-term statement
Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner believes that McLaren's signing of Max Verstappen's race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase proves the Woking outfit is building for the long term.It was recently announced that Lambiase will join McLaren as chief racing officer in 2028 at the latest, reporting directly to team principal Andrea Stella. His exit comes after a successful […]
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David Coulthard questions Kimi Antonelli title bid as George Russell looms
David Coulthard has cast doubt on Kimi Antonelli’s F1 2026 title credentials, warning the Mercedes driver faces his toughest test yet […]
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FIA explains ‘evolution not revolution’ F1 2026 rule tweaks
The FIA has addressed concerns over the 2026 Formula 1 regulations ahead of the Miami Grand Prix […]
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Max Verstappen exit would be “not a great look” for F1 – Oscar Piastri
Oscar Piastri says Max Verstappen leaving Formula 1 wouldn’t be a great look for the world championship, as the Red Bull driver reconsiders his future.Verstappen has been among the most vocal critics of F1’s new-for-2026 regulations due to the preponderance of energy management, which is preventing drivers from pushing flat out in qualifying, and creating a ‘yo-yo’ style of racing the […]
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Brown hits out at F1 alliances amid Mercedes' Alpine stake interest
Zak Brown has been a long-time critic of F1 teams having interest in more than one team on the grid; Mercedes have been among parties looking at possible purchase of minority Alpine share; Formula 1 returns with a Sprint weekend in Miami on May 1-3, live on Sky Sports F1 […]
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