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via F1iToto Wolff perplexed by Mercedes' Sepang upgrade strugglesMercedes team principal Toto Wolff expressed confusion over the team's performance following their latest upgrades at the Malaysian Grand Prix. Despite expectations of a three-tenths improvement, Wolff noted that the W17 car instead lost five-tenths due to increased drag and poor handling in low-speed corners.
+ 8 moreWed 30 Sep · 10:43 UTCWikimedia Commons · Yu Chu Chin · CC BY-SA 4.0Schumacher and Danner back Antonelli's recovery in MalaysiaRalf Schumacher and Christian Danner have expressed confidence that Kimi Antonelli will rebound from his challenging weekend in Baku. Both analysts believe that the upcoming upgrades from Mercedes at the Sepang circuit will help the championship leader regain his form.Wikimedia Commons · Christijan_Albers_2006.JPG: Mathieu Felten derivative work: Flyz1 · CC BY 2.5Albers says Piastri lacks Verstappen’s ‘bite’Sep.30 (GMM) Oscar Piastri’s difficult run has drawn fresh criticism after his mistake in Baku, with former F1 driver Christijan Albers questioning whether the McLaren driver has the aggression of a driver like Max Verstappen. The Australian had been on course for the 2025 title before his late-season collapse, and his struggles have continued into…
via f1oversteer.comDavid Coulthard is sure Lando Norris was a ‘better world champion for McLaren’ than Oscar PiastriDavid Coulthard has expressed his belief that Lando Norris was a more suitable world champion for McLaren than Oscar Piastri, following Norris's victory in the 2025 season. Norris secured the title by 13 points after a competitive season, during which he made a significant comeback from a 34-point deficit. Coulthard highlighted that Norris's longer tenure in Formula 1 and his British nationality contribute to his marketability, making him a better fit for the team.
Coulthard noted that while Norris has established himself as McLaren's lead driver, Piastri has struggled this season, finishing ahead of Norris only three times. He suggested that the reduced presence of Mark Webber in Piastri's management might be impacting his performance. Despite the competitive nature of their relationship, Coulthard believes that having strong drivers like Norris and Piastri is beneficial for McLaren, even if it leads to uncomfortable dynamics.
Tue 29 Sep · 17:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comZak Brown's earnings reflect McLaren's financial successZak Brown's total earnings for 2025 are reported to exceed 95 per cent of the current Formula 1 grid, highlighting McLaren's impressive financial performance. Since becoming CEO in 2016, Brown has overseen significant progress for the team both on and off the track.+ 1 moreTue 29 Sep · 15:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comRalf Schumacher criticises Christian Horner's Ferrari commentsRalf Schumacher has labelled Christian Horner's remarks about joining Ferrari as 'embarrassing' and a 'disgrace'. The criticism follows Horner's comments made during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend.+ 1 moreTue 29 Sep · 14:11 UTC
via RacingNews365McLaren point to 'high priority' focus after Lando Norris concernMcLaren has acknowledged a significant issue that affected Lando Norris during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where he faced a challenging race that ended in retirement. Team principal Andrea Stella revealed that Norris experienced problems with fuel injection and power unit deployment, which contributed to his lack of pace and ultimately led to his early exit from the race.
Stella emphasised that the team needs to improve the car's performance to provide Norris with a more consistent and raceable vehicle. He noted that Norris's difficulties were not solely due to driver error, as the team must take responsibility for the issues encountered during the race.
Tue 29 Sep · 12:20 UTC
via f1oversteer.comMax Verstappen picks overtake on Oscar Piastri as his favourite from his whole F1 careerMax Verstappen has declared his overtake on Oscar Piastri during the 2025 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix as his favourite move of his Formula 1 career. The Dutch driver executed the pass around the outside at the first chicane, a challenging overtaking spot, and went on to win the race by six seconds. He noted that the move was unexpected, particularly as Piastri braked earlier than anticipated.
In a discussion on the 'P1 with Matt and Tommy' YouTube channel, Verstappen reflected on the significance of the overtake, stating it was a pivotal moment in the race. Piastri acknowledged Verstappen's skill in the move, admitting he misjudged the situation. The overtake has since been recognised as the Overtake of the Year, highlighting Verstappen's prowess in wheel-to-wheel racing.Tue 29 Sep · 11:30 UTC
via CrashLando Norris rules out F1 career into his 40sLando Norris has stated he has no intention of extending his Formula 1 career into his 40s, distancing himself from Fernando Alonso's path. Alonso recently confirmed his new deal with Aston Martin, which will see him continue racing in Formula 1 until at least 2027.
+ 1 moreTue 29 Sep · 11:07 UTC
via RacingNews365Pirelli faces challenges at Bahrain Grand Prix in MalaysiaPirelli is preparing for unique challenges at the Bahrain Grand Prix, which will take place in Malaysia for the first time in nine years. Charles Leclerc recorded the fastest time during the second free practice session at Sepang International Circuit.+ 2 moreTue 29 Sep · 09:30 UTC
via f1oversteer.comOscar Piastri told why he’s ‘not a racer’ like Max Verstappen after getting caught ‘asleep’ in BakuOscar Piastri faced criticism following his performance at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, where a lock-up at turn one caused him to finish in thirteenth place. This incident occurred during a safety car restart while he was attempting to overtake George Russell, and it ultimately led to a disappointing race for McLaren, especially with teammate Lando Norris also facing issues.
Commentators like Christijan Albers and Jacques Villeneuve pointed out Piastri's lack of aggression and focus, suggesting he is not as competitive as drivers like Max Verstappen. Piastri has now gone eleven races without a podium, and with the next race at Sepang approaching, he is in urgent need of a turnaround in form to salvage his season.Tue 29 Sep · 08:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comColton Herta aims for Formula 1 by 2028Colton Herta remains determined to achieve his goal of competing in Formula 1 by 2028, despite facing challenges in his current Formula 2 season. He acknowledges the difficulties of adapting to the pace of younger drivers but believes he still has a chance to succeed.
+ 2 moreMon 28 Sep · 16:57 UTC
via Motorsport.comWhy Mercedes thought Max Verstappen was "on some sort of massive bungee cord" in Azerbaijan GPDuring the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, George Russell initially created a significant lead over Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar, but the deployment of a safety car changed the race dynamics. After the safety car, Verstappen managed to close the gap and challenged Russell, leading to a nail-biting finish where only 0.196 seconds separated them at the line.
Mercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord remarked on Verstappen's ability to catch up, likening it to being on a 'massive bungee cord'. Despite Russell's superior speed in the second sector, Verstappen's straight-line speed allowed him to stay close. The race highlighted the intense competition and strategic nuances of Formula 1, with Russell managing to maintain his lead despite the pressure.Mon 28 Sep · 16:30 UTC
via f1oversteer.comAlpine supports Franco Colapinto after Baku crashFlavio Briatore, the Alpine Formula 1 chief, has confirmed that the team will not impose any internal punishment on Franco Colapinto following his collision with team-mate Pierre Gasly during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Colapinto stated he has the full support of Briatore despite the initial anger over the incident.+ 5 moreMon 28 Sep · 10:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Ralf Schumacher praises Flavio Briatore's support for ColapintoRalf Schumacher has expressed his approval of Flavio Briatore's comments regarding Franco Colapinto's mistake during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Briatore's defence of Colapinto has drawn comparisons to Max Verstappen, highlighting the potential of the young driver.+ 1 moreMon 28 Sep · 08:40 UTC
via gpfans.comIsack Hadjar's wrist injury update from Red BullRed Bull team principal Laurent Mekies provided an update on Isack Hadjar's wrist injury following his return to racing at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Mekies confirmed that Hadjar's condition is improving after the 51-lap event.
+ 1 moreMon 28 Sep · 07:45 UTC
via PlanetF1Lando Norris under fire from government official and football icon after BakuLando Norris faced criticism after being taken out of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to a collision caused by Franco Colapinto. Following the incident, Norris expressed his frustration and called for stricter penalties, suggesting that Colapinto should receive at least a one-race ban for his actions, which he deemed careless and damaging.
The incident drew attention from notable figures, including Argentina's Foreign Minister Pablo Quirno and football star Sergio Aguero, who both commented on Norris's stance. Colapinto was subsequently penalised with a grid drop for his role in the crash, which will affect his participation in the upcoming race in Malaysia.
Mon 28 Sep · 07:42 UTC
via F1iLeclerc urges Ferrari to react to Red Bull and McLaren surgeCharles Leclerc expressed concern over Ferrari's performance after finishing fourth in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, highlighting that the team's SF-26 lacked the necessary pace to compete with Red Bull and McLaren. He noted that rivals had made significant upgrades, while Ferrari had not, which put them at a disadvantage.
Leclerc acknowledged that the development gap was becoming increasingly urgent, as every upgrade must count due to budget caps and testing restrictions. He confirmed that Ferrari has developments planned but was cautious about their potential impact, stressing the need for the team to respond quickly to regain lost ground.Mon 28 Sep · 07:12 UTC
via f1technical.netNorris opens up on his technical issues in BakuLando Norris faced a challenging Azerbaijan Grand Prix, ultimately retiring after a collision during a Safety Car restart. His McLaren teammate, Oscar Piastri, also encountered difficulties, losing a potential podium after a late-race mistake. Norris expressed frustration over the team's lack of straight-line speed and the unfortunate circumstances that led to his retirement.
Following the race, Norris called for the FIA to impose stricter penalties for incidents like his, suggesting that drivers causing major collisions during Safety Car restarts should face race bans. Despite the disappointing outcome, he believes McLaren can take positives from the weekend and is focused on improving performance ahead of the next race in Malaysia.
Mon 28 Sep · 03:00 UTC
via f1oversteer.comLando Norris surprised by Oscar Piastri's paceLando Norris stated that McLaren were 'surprised' by Oscar Piastri's performance during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Team principal Andrea Stella acknowledged that McLaren must learn from their mistakes after a disappointing race.Sun 27 Sep · 19:00 UTCPage 5 of 32