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Verstappen sacrifices break to tackle Red Bull crisis
Max Verstappen has decided to trim his downtime this week, opting to work closely with Red Bull engineers and leadership as the team grapples with its ongoing difficulties.
08:45
Wolff shuts down rumours of Verstappen deal
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has moved to quash speculation that he's already negotiating with Max Verstappen for a potential switch in 2026 or beyond.
Mar 24, 09:30
Lawson better suited to Racing Bulls, says Verstappen
Liam Lawson need not despair if Red Bull Racing releases him, according to Max Verstappen.
Mar 23, 13:27
Media doubt Norris' readiness for F1 title pressure
After a strong showing in Australia, where he became the first non-Verstappen championship leader in years, the 25-year-old has faltered in China.
Mar 23, 09:00
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton revels in Chinese Sprint, responds to people "yapping away"
Lewis Hamilton secures his first victory in the colours of Ferrari, winning Saturday's Chinese GP Sprint ahead of the Grand Prix on Sunday.
Mar 22, 10:10
Marko admits 'difficult' challenge to keep Verstappen
Red Bull might struggle to keep Max Verstappen if they can't restore their dominant edge, adviser Dr Helmut Marko has conceded.
Mar 22, 08:30
F1 team bosses see V10 plan as unlikely
Leading Formula 1 team principals remain unconvinced that V10 engines will power the sport again by 2028.
Mar 22, 07:29
Hulkenberg better than Bottas in 'driver feedback'
Simply changing the driver lineup will eventually pay off in actual laptime, confident Sauber technical boss James Key has declared.
Mar 21, 11:47
Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton "in shock" after surprise pole for Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton admits that he feels in a state of disbelief having earned pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race.
Mar 21, 09:27
Ferrari tackles F1 sim glitch after Melbourne
Ferrari has been toiling away in its Maranello simulator to address a glitch that reportedly threw off its setup baseline in Melbourne, according to Italy's La Repubblica.
Mar 20, 11:00
China GP prep disrupted by freight delays
Formula 1's packed travel schedule is already causing headaches in 2025, with several top teams receiving their cars and equipment late in Shanghai.
Mar 20, 10:30
F1 eyes scrapping 2026 engine overhaul
Formula 1 is exploring a bold move to introduce 'green' normally-aspirated V10 engines sooner than might ever have been expected.
Mar 20, 10:00
Norris rejects Russell's title strategy tip
McLaren should ignore George Russell's suggestion to pause work on its dominant 2025 car, insists championship leader Lando Norris.
Mar 19, 11:23
F1 weighs up future of group livery launch events
Formula 1 has yet to settle on whether it will stage a collective team livery launch each year moving forward.
Mar 18, 07:45
Lando Norris edges out Max Verstappen to win dramatic Australian Grand Prix
McLaren's Lando Norris overcomes the rain and a number of safety cars to win Sunday's Australian Grand Prix.
Mar 16, 10:28
F1 and Netflix stand by series amid criticism
Formula 1 and Netflix producers have come to the defence of 'Drive to Survive' amid sharp criticism from top drivers Lando Norris and Max Verstappen.
Mar 16, 10:00
Marko rules out Susie Wolff as FIA president
Dr Helmut Marko has vowed that Red Bull will fiercely resist any move for Susie Wolff to become FIA president.
Mar 16, 08:07
Bottas spotted in Cadillac chat in Melbourne
Valtteri Bottas was seen chatting with a Cadillac representative, Formula 1's incoming 2026 team, in the Melbourne paddock.
Mar 15, 08:55
Mercedes puts Russell's contract talks on hold
George Russell and his team principal Toto Wolff have confirmed that contract negotiations are not an immediate priority.
Mar 14, 11:15
Marko relieved Verstappen 'not far' off 2025 pace
Dr Helmut Marko expressed relief as practice sessions got underway in Melbourne.
Mar 14, 10:45
