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via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen's Red Bull radio complaints prompt McLaren move question from David CroftFollowing a Hungarian Grand Prix filled with radio complaints, Sky Sports Formula 1 lead commentator David Croft has questioned whether Max Verstappen's camp is deliberately laying the groundwork for a Red Bull exit, potentially to join rival McLaren. While Mercedes hit the ground running with the new wave of regulations in 2026, winning nine of the first 11 races of the season, Red Bull has ... Keep reading
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via Crash‘Other motives’ theory offered for Max Verstappen F1 Red Bull car gripesDavid Croft has shared his theory for Max Verstappen's repeated Red Bull car grumbles.
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via Motorsport.comSergio Perez reveals how Max Verstappen's "pure" leadership made him a faster F1 driverSergio Perez says observing four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen's "pure" leadership during their four-year stint as Red Bull team-mates from 2021 to 2024 made him a faster driver, despite the immense toll of partnering the Dutchman. During an appearance on the High Performance podcast, Perez detailed the internal dynamics at the Milton Keynes outfit. While the Mexican driver has been ... Keep readingFri 31 Jul · 13:27 UTC0 comments
via Crash'He wants to be winning' - Rachel Brookes stokes Max Verstappen Red Bull exit flamesMax Verstappen's Red Bull future has been a topic of constant speculation this year.Wed 29 Jul · 12:44 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comMax Verstappen Expected to Announce Red Bull Contract ExtensionMax Verstappen is anticipated to confirm his contract extension with Red Bull during the upcoming Zandvoort race weekend. Reports suggest that the deal could keep him with the team until 2028.+ 1 moreAlso covering thisgrandprix.comTue 28 Jul · 15:36 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comRed Bull already weighing early switch to 2027 carRed Bull is already considering an earlier-than-usual shift towards its 2027 car as Max Verstappen continues to expose the weaknesses of the current package.
via AutosportIs McLaren now a legitimate threat to Mercedes and Ferrari in F1 2026?With Mercedes' uncontested early season dominance now in the rearview mirror, Formula 1 2026 has finally turned into the development war it was always promising to be. The ebb and flow of teams bringing significant aerodynamic upgrades keeps changing the pecking order week to week. Following rafts of improvements from Red Bull and especially Ferrari in recent weeks, it was McLaren's turn to ... Keep reading
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via espn.comMid-Season Grades Assigned to F1 Drivers and TeamsAs the Formula 1 season reaches its mid-point, various outlets have assigned grades to drivers and teams. Notably, Kimi Antonelli received an A+, while Lewis Hamilton earned an A- in the evaluations.
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via grandprix.comHadjar staying, Verstappen offered richer dealRed Bull has reportedly offered Max Verstappen a longer and more lucrative contract that would remove his existing release clause.
via grandprix.comRed Bull Appoints Gwen Lagrue as Junior Driver ChiefGwen Lagrue will join Red Bull Racing as the junior driver chief starting in 2027. His appointment follows his departure from Mercedes, where he led their junior programme.+ 1 moreAlso covering thisgrandprix.comMon 27 Jul · 12:29 UTC0 comments
via theguardian.comMcLaren’s team principal hails ‘great trajectory’ of Lando Norris after win‘He’s more in control of his emotions,’ says Andrea Stella World champion won his first race of season in Hungary Lando Norris is at the peak of his powers after his win at the Hungarian Grand Prix demonstrated the world champion has a stronger psychological approach to driving, according to the McLaren team principal, Andrea Stella. Norris took his team’s first win of the season on Sunday with a commanding drive at the Hungaroring after Mercedes dominance for much of the campaign. The Briton has always maintained his team would come back into contention and duly did so, beating the Red Bull of Max Verstappen into second and the Mercedes of Kimi Antonelli into third. Continue reading...Mon 27 Jul · 10:30 UTC0 comments
via theguardian.com‘Pretty bad’: Lewis Hamilton hits out at Ferrari after dropping points in F1 title raceHamilton questions strategy after finishing fifth Briton lost place after penalty for speeding in pit lane Lewis Hamilton expressed frustration with his Ferrari team after he dropped points in the title battle against Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli at the Hungarian Grand Prix, while Lando Norris returned to form with the defending world champion claiming his first race victory of the season . Hamilton finished in fourth place on the track at the Hungaroring but, with a five-second penalty imposed for speeding in the pit lane, he was classified as fifth in the race won by McLaren’s Norris, with Max Verstappen second for Red Bull and Antonelli third. Continue reading...Sun 26 Jul · 19:51 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comRed Bull cuts Verstappen media as car criticism eruptsRed Bull sharply reduced Max Verstappen's media appearances after qualifying in Hungary as the Dutchman renewed his fierce criticism of the unpredictable 2026 car.
via AutosportVerstappen on latest Red Bull woes: "Desperate? I'm already past that stage"Qualifying at the Hungaroring turned out to be a disappointing affair for Red Bull. Ahead of the weekend, team principal Laurent Mekies hoped that the energy-rich circuit near Budapest would suit the RB22 slightly better, but reality proved far more difficult than expected. Verstappen will start Sunday's race from fourth on the grid - up two spots from where he qualified due to grid penalties ... Keep readingSat 25 Jul · 16:46 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comNorris Secures Pole as Hamilton and Antonelli Face Grid PenaltiesLando Norris achieved his first pole position of the 2026 season at the Hungarian Grand Prix, narrowly beating Lewis Hamilton. Both Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli received three-place grid penalties for separate infractions during qualifying.+ 3 moreAlso covering thistheguardian.com
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via grandprix.comRed Bull rescued Tsolov from Alonso-linked debtRed Bull's next F1 star c was reportedly rescued from serious financial difficulty after Dr Helmut Marko extracted him from a restrictive agreement linked to Fernando Alonso's management structure.
via grandprix.comVerstappen cools exit talk as Red Bull form improvesMax Verstappen has struck a noticeably calmer tone about his future as Red Bull begins the Hungarian GP weekend with signs of progress both on and off the track.
via AutosportF1 Hungarian GP: Leclerc tops FP1, Stroll suffers suspected suspension failure with upgraded Aston MartinFerrari driver Charles Leclerc topped opening practice at Formula 1's Hungarian Grand Prix, his early benchmark proving over four tenths quicker than Red Bull's Max Verstappen and team-mate Lewis Hamilton. Leclerc headed Hamilton in the opening stages of practice as Ferrari adorned its 'Macarena' wing with an eye-catching three-piece winglet on top of its actuator, an optional piece for the ... Keep readingFri 24 Jul · 12:45 UTC0 comments
via grandprix.comThree Macarena wings set for Hungary debutFormula 1's rotating rear-wing battle is set to intensify in Hungary, with Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull all preparing versions of the so-called 'Macarena' concept.
via grandprix.comVerstappen Faces Pressure to Decide Future with Red BullMax Verstappen is reportedly under pressure to clarify his future with Red Bull before a contractual deadline. Meanwhile, Isack Hadjar's position at the team for 2027 appears more secure amid ongoing speculation regarding Verstappen's plans.Page 6 of 7