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via RaceFansOn This Day: Hamilton suffers title blow as Ricciardo wins Malaysian GP | BriefOn October 2, 2016, Daniel Ricciardo claimed victory at the Malaysian Grand Prix, a race that significantly impacted the championship standings. Nico Rosberg, the championship leader at the time, was involved in an incident on the first lap with Sebastian Vettel, which altered the dynamics of the race. Lewis Hamilton, who was in a strong position to reduce Rosberg's points lead, faced a major setback when his Mercedes power unit failed. This mechanical issue left Hamilton with a challenging road ahead in the remaining races of the season, prompting him to voice his concerns about the situation.RaceFansThu 1 Oct · 23:01 UTCvia RaceFansOn This Day: Crucial victory puts Rosberg back in the lead of 2016 title fight | BriefOn September 18, 2016, Nico Rosberg achieved a crucial victory at the Singapore Grand Prix, successfully fending off a strong challenge from Daniel Ricciardo. This win was pivotal as it allowed Rosberg to reclaim the lead in the championship standings from his Mercedes teammate, Lewis Hamilton, who had been ahead prior to the race. Rosberg's performance in Singapore was instrumental in his title campaign, as he managed to hold onto the championship lead for the remainder of the season. Ultimately, this victory set the stage for Rosberg to clinch the 2016 Formula 1 World Championship in the final race of the season.
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via thejudge13.comIsack Hadjar Could Miss the Rest of the SeasonIsack Hadjar, the current driver for Red Bull Racing, is facing a serious wrist injury that may keep him out for the remainder of the season. Initially, the team downplayed the severity of the injury, but it has since become clear that rushing him back could exacerbate the issue, especially with the high-speed nature of the upcoming Monza circuit. As a result, Liam Lawson has stepped in as his replacement and performed well during the Dutch Grand Prix, scoring points for the team. Hadjar's journey in Formula 1 has been tumultuous, starting with a crash in his debut race and facing challenges in securing a competitive teammate role at Red Bull. After a series of driver changes, including the demotion of Yuki Tsunoda and the departure of Sergio Pérez, Hadjar had shown promise this season, sitting just 44 points behind Verstappen. However, his injury has raised concerns about his future participation in the remaining races.thejudge13.comWed 26 Aug · 11:22 UTC
via gpfans.comF1 News Today: Mercedes cost cap bombshell as McLaren get Ricciardo 'black mark'The article discusses significant developments in Formula 1, including Mercedes' financial struggles as they prepare for the 2026 season. Team principal Toto Wolff revealed that despite the team's high valuation, they lack the funds to remain competitive under the cost cap regulations. Additionally, McLaren has faced backlash for replacing Daniel Ricciardo with Oscar Piastri, which has been termed a 'black mark' against the team. In other news, Lewis Hamilton expressed his dissatisfaction with Ferrari's race strategy after finishing fourth at the Dutch Grand Prix, where Max Verstappen crashed early on. The article also highlights upcoming media projects, including the return of the Netflix series 'Drive to Survive' and a new documentary on Michael Schumacher, set to premiere in October 2026. Furthermore, Max Verstappen's recent contract extension with Red Bull solidifies his status as the highest-paid driver in the sport.gpfans.comTue 25 Aug · 06:30 UTC
via gpfans.comMcLaren given Daniel Ricciardo 'black mark' as Project Piastri faltersMcLaren has faced significant criticism for their decision to replace Daniel Ricciardo with Oscar Piastri, who joined the team for the 2023 season after a contentious negotiation with Alpine. Initially, Piastri showed great promise, leading the championship by mid-2025, but his performance has since declined, and he now sits in seventh place in the standings, trailing teammate Lando Norris by 55 points as of 2026. Former F1 team boss Peter Windsor has publicly stated that McLaren's handling of Piastri has been poor, suggesting that the team would have been better off retaining Ricciardo. Windsor argues that Piastri's move to McLaren has hindered his career trajectory, as he was once viewed as a rising star in Formula 1 but is now overshadowed by other drivers.gpfans.comMon 24 Aug · 20:45 UTC
via RacingNews365Alex Albon downplays Carlos Sainz contact with 'Verstappen-Ricciardo' comparisonDuring the Dutch Grand Prix, Alex Albon's race was cut short after a collision with his teammate Carlos Sainz. The incident took place when Sainz, struggling with worn tires, locked up while defending and hit Albon's car, resulting in a significant impact that eliminated Albon from the race. Sainz was subsequently deemed at fault and received a 10-second penalty from the stewards. Albon downplayed the severity of the incident, comparing it to the infamous Verstappen-Ricciardo clash but asserting it was less serious. Sainz acknowledged the mistake and expressed his regret, explaining that he was caught off guard by a bump at Turn 1 that contributed to the collision. Both drivers were not in contention for points at the time of the incident.RacingNews365Mon 24 Aug · 16:10 UTC
via AutosportLiam Lawson Impresses in One-Off Appearance at Dutch Grand PrixLiam Lawson qualified P11 for the F1 Sprint at the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix, marking a notable performance in his one-off race. Analysts Anthony Davidson and Karun Chandhok expressed their encouragement regarding Lawson's efforts during the event.Autosport+ 1 moreWed 19 Aug · 17:03 UTC
via Motorsport.comLiam Lawson Replaces Isack Hadjar for Dutch Grand PrixLiam Lawson has been selected to replace the injured Isack Hadjar at the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix for Red Bull Racing. This unexpected call-up marks Lawson's return to the team after his previous debut in 2023.Motorsport.com+ 5 moreWed 19 Aug · 16:58 UTC
via grandprix.comIsack Hadjar to miss Dutch Grand Prix due to injuryIsack Hadjar will not participate in the Dutch Grand Prix due to a wrist injury sustained during training. Red Bull Racing has confirmed that a replacement driver will take his place for the race.grandprix.com+ 12 moreWed 19 Aug · 01:26 UTC
via thejudge13.comRicciardo reveals why Norris stopped responding after his F1 exitDaniel Ricciardo has shared insights into his life after Formula 1, highlighting a decline in communication with former colleagues, particularly Lando Norris. While he maintains some contact with Max Verstappen, Ricciardo admitted that Norris often does not respond to his messages, indicating a shift in their relationship since his exit from the sport in 2024. After a challenging final chapter in his racing career, Ricciardo is now focusing on his wine brand, DR3, which includes various wine varieties. Although he has expressed interest in a potential return to racing, he acknowledges that his life has transitioned into a new phase, where interactions with former teammates are less frequent.thejudge13.comSun 16 Aug · 07:35 UTC
via Motorsport.comIsack Hadjar identifies key area he must improve compared to Max VerstappenIsack Hadjar, driving for Red Bull Racing, has shown promising performance in the 2026 Formula 1 season, particularly in qualifying, where he has a smaller deficit compared to previous drivers in the second seat. However, he recognizes the need to improve his race pace, as he currently trails Max Verstappen significantly on Sundays. Hadjar's performance reflects a learning curve as he adapts to the demands of Formula 1 racing, and he feels he is making progress in his second season. Despite his improvements, Hadjar has faced challenges in finding the right setup for his car, particularly noted during the Hungarian Grand Prix. He expressed confidence in his abilities but acknowledged that there is still work to be done both individually and as a team. The alignment of his feedback with Verstappen's is seen as a positive sign for his development and the team's technical direction.Motorsport.comThu 13 Aug · 13:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Isack Hadjar describes Red Bull culture shockIsack Hadjar has shared his experience of moving from the junior Racing Bulls team to the senior Red Bull team, describing it as a 'culture shock.' Despite the challenges, he feels that his time in the junior program has helped ease the transition.RacingNews365+ 1 moreThu 6 Aug · 17:10 UTC
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Last race · Round 15
Azerbaijan Grand Prix
1George Russell1:38:02.1432MVMax Verstappen+0.1963Isack Hadjar+10.704
Next race · Round 16
🇲🇾Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia
Sepang International Circuit
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1Andrea Kimi Antonelli3022George Russell2363Lewis Hamilton1994Lando Norris1865CLCharles Leclerc179
1MMercedes5382FFerrari3783MMcLaren3064RBRed Bull2635RTRB F1 Team83
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  • 62y ago1964 United States Grand PrixGraham Hill won for BRM