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via Motorsport.comOliver Bearman responds to Aston Martin rumours with clear Ferrari messageHaas Formula 1 driver Oliver Bearman has reaffirmed his commitment to the Ferrari driver programme, dismissing the prospect of a switch to Aston Martin in the near future. Speaking on the F1 Beyond The Grid podcast, the 21-year-old driver addressed the increasingly fluid driver market and his own long-term future. Despite an impressive start to his full-time F1 career with Haas ... Keep reading
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via CrashValentino Rossi Supports Kimi Antonelli's F1 Championship PursuitKimi Antonelli, the current leader of the F1 championship, has received backing from MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi. Antonelli has made a strong impression in the early stages of the 2026 season.
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via Motorsport.com“I went back to the car and cried” – Esteban Ocon opens up about his unexpected year on F1 sidelinesEsteban Ocon has opened up about the 2019 Formula 1 season, which he spent as a Mercedes reserve driver following an unfavourable chain of events. Back in July 2018, Ocon was riding a wave of momentum. In his second full F1 campaign, the Mercedes protege was narrowly leading seasoned Force India team-mate Sergio Perez in the drivers’ standings, and had just outqualified him seven times in a ... Keep readingSun 2 Aug · 13:33 UTC
via Crash'Bigger changes needed' - Lando Norris' mid-season verdict on F1's new eraThe 2026 Formula 1 regulations have been met with constant criticism, but Lando Norris maintains that drivers have the best intentions with their comments.
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via CrashLewis Hamilton's 2026 Performance with Ferrari Impacts Driver AspirationsLewis Hamilton's resurgence with Ferrari in 2026 has drawn attention from the F1 community. Haas driver Oliver Bearman has acknowledged that Hamilton's return to competitive form complicates his own hopes of joining the Ferrari team.+ 1 moreSun 2 Aug · 12:58 UTC
via Motorsport.comMcLaren "ready to challenge" Mercedes after upgrade, says Sky F1 commentatorSky Sports Formula 1 lead commentator David Croft believes McLaren's recent upgrade package has positioned the team to mount a genuine challenge against championship leader Mercedes over the remainder of the 2026 season. McLaren arrived at the Hungarian Grand Prix seeking to close the gap to the Brackley outfit following a demanding opening half of the season. Lando Norris subsequently ... Keep readingSun 2 Aug · 12:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comDebate Surrounds Carlos Sainz's Penalty After Hungarian GP IncidentThe incident between Carlos Sainz and Oscar Piastri during the Hungarian Grand Prix has sparked discussions about the appropriateness of Sainz's penalty. James Vowles, Williams team principal, acknowledged the circumstances surrounding the blue flag situation, while Guenther Steiner criticized the FIA for being too lenient.Sun 2 Aug · 11:59 UTC
via F1iCoulthard says Formula 1’s 2026 era is a ‘disappointment’David Coulthard has delivered a pointed verdict on Formula 1’s 2026 rules revolution, declaring that the new era...Sun 2 Aug · 10:49 UTC
via Motorsport.comLando Norris praised for "true world champion's" drive at F1 Hungarian GPFormer Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has lauded reigning champion Lando Norris following his commanding victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix, describing the McLaren driver's race as a "true world champion performance". During a recent episode of the Up To Speed podcast alongside co-host Jolie Sharpe, Coulthard reflected on the state of the 2026 championship as it heads into its mandatory ... Keep readingSun 2 Aug · 10:45 UTC
via Motorsport.comRachel Brookes predicts major F1 driver changes for 2027Former Sky Sports Formula 1 presenter Rachel Brookes has predicted a massive overhaul of the F1 grid, tipping four-time champion Max Verstappen to join Mercedes and McLaren's Oscar Piastri to replace him at Red Bull. F1 is now in its summer break, and with that comes a lot of talk about potential driver movements for the upcoming season. While there have been no official announcements of team ... Keep readingSun 2 Aug · 10:15 UTC
via RaceFansFeatured Comment: Is F1’s use of yellow flags in qualifying a safety concern? | BriefIs F1's use of yellow flags in qualifying a safety concern?
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via F1iCadillac Identifies Cause of Ongoing Brake Issues in F1Valtteri Bottas has disclosed that Cadillac has pinpointed the source of its persistent brake problems in Formula 1. The team has faced multiple brake fires during the early part of the season.+ 1 moreSun 2 Aug · 10:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen Reflects on F1 Season Ahead of Summer BreakMax Verstappen expressed contentment with his position in Formula 1 as the summer break approaches. He emphasized his passion for racing while discussing his relationship with Red Bull and the current regulations.
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via CrashRed Bull set to ‘make an early call’ on 2026 F1 development pushRed Bull has pushed hard on development across the early phase of the season, but this is set to change when the campaign resumes.Sun 2 Aug · 08:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comAston Martin backed to transform F1 fortunes over next two years by former driverFormer Formula 1 driver David Coulthard believes Aston Martin will become the championship's most improved team over the next two years. He predicted that the Silverstone-based outfit will be winning grands prix despite a torrid start to 2026. Speaking on the Up To Speed podcast alongside co-host Jolie Sharpe, Coulthard offered a strong defence of Aston Martin's long-term project during a ... Keep readingSat 1 Aug · 17:05 UTC
via Motorsport.comRacing Bulls boss’ advice to his F1 drivers: Learn from Max Verstappen’s radioRacing Bulls Formula 1 team principal Alan Permane has advised his drivers Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad to listen to Max Verstappen’s radio communications. Lawson and Lindblad form, by far, the least experienced driver lineup on the 2026 grid, with a combined 35 grand prix starts coming into the campaign – much fewer than the second-least seasoned duo, Mercedes’ George Russell and Kimi ... Keep readingSat 1 Aug · 14:03 UTC
via RacingNews365Isack Hadjar Comments on Max Verstappen's Performance ChallengesIsack Hadjar acknowledges Max Verstappen's exceptional skills in Formula 1, noting a specific area where Verstappen excels. Despite Verstappen's struggles with the 2026 Red Bull car, Hadjar finds reassurance in the situation.+ 1 moreSat 1 Aug · 13:00 UTC
via Motorsport.comCarlos Sainz reveals Le Mans ambition for life after F1Carlos Sainz has offered a glimpse into his future beyond Formula 1, revealing his ambition to compete in the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans. The Williams driver, currently battling through a challenging 2026 campaign with the Grove outfit, recently opened up on the Team Torque podcast with team-mate Alex Albon, discussing where he sees himself in 10 to 15 years. When questioned about his ... Keep readingSat 1 Aug · 12:41 UTC
via RaceFansFormer F1 boss Boullier becomes promoter of World Rally Championship | BriefFormer F1 boss Boullier has been appointed promoter of the WRCSat 1 Aug · 12:24 UTC
via Motorsport.comCarlos Sainz and Alex Albon admit Williams is unlikely to meet 2026 targets despite recovery planWilliams drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon have offered an assessment of the Grove outfit's gruelling 2026 Formula 1 season so far, revealing that while a recovery plan is in motion, the team is unlikely to reach its targets in the second half of the year. Speaking on Williams's Team Torque podcast ahead of the summer break, Albon and Sainz reflected on a challenging first half of the season ... Keep readingSat 1 Aug · 10:49 UTCPage 39 of 47