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FIA admits new guidelines, keeping details under wraps
The FIA has acknowledged the existence of "new guidelines" governing driver penalties in Formula 1, but their details remain undisclosed, even to key stakeholders, according to Germany's Auto Bild.
19 hours ago
Verstappen may take F1 sabbatical in 2026 - Glock
Beyond speculation linking Max Verstappen to Mercedes, Aston Martin, or staying with Red Bull, a new possibility is gaining traction: the quadruple world champion could opt for a sabbatical or even retire from Formula 1.
21 hours ago
Perez's Miami visit fuels Cadillac F1 speculation
Sergio Perez is in Miami for this weekend's Formula 1 Grand Prix, perhaps a routine visit given his ownership of a home in the dynamic US city, known for its fusion of Latin American and American cultures.
22 hours ago
Russell's new F1 contract coming 'pretty soon' - boss
George Russell is on the verge of securing a new contract with Mercedes, with team principal Toto Wolff indicating that an agreement should be finalised "pretty soon."
2 days ago
Franz Tost backs Piastri to clinch 2025 F1 title
Franz Tost, a seasoned former Formula 1 team manager and boss, has predicted that McLaren's Oscar Piastri will maintain his newly acquired championship lead to claim the 2025 drivers' title.
2 days ago
Carlos Slim backs Perez for potential F1 comeback
Billionaire Carlos Slim, renowned in Formula 1 as Sergio Perez's primary financial backer, has expressed confidence that the sidelined Red Bull driver could make a return to the grid.
3 days ago
Hamilton may quit Ferrari amid poor form - insiders
A surprising possibility has emerged in the race to secure Max Verstappen for 2026, with speculation mounting that Lewis Hamilton could retire from Ferrari after just one season, potentially opening a seat for the reigning world champion.
7 days ago
Aston Martin, Mercedes 'unlikely' for Verstappen
Fernando Alonso has cast doubt on speculation that Max Verstappen will join Aston Martin for the 2026 Formula 1 season, describing such a move as "unlikely."
7 days ago
Russian exposes pay-to-join F1 academy offers
Russian teenager Kirill Kutskov has shed light on the financial barriers embedded in certain Formula 1 team driver development programmes, revealing that some require substantial payments for entry.
7 days ago
Helmut Marko's F1 retirement tipped for late 2025
Dr Helmut Marko's long and influential tenure as Red Bull's advisor may be nearing its end, with 2025 potentially marking his final season in Formula 1, according to a well-placed insider.
7 days ago
Newey-Stroll tensions arise over Aston's 2025 woes
Signs of strain are emerging in the nascent partnership between Adrian Newey and Aston Martin, as the team grapples with its dismal 2025 Formula 1 campaign.
8 days ago
Red Bull's Verstappen penalty was avoidable - Ecclestone
Red Bull has firmly decided against contesting Max Verstappen's contentious 5-second penalty from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, opting not to pursue a 'right of review' despite initial and ongoing objections.
8 days ago
Piastri embraces new 'Ice-Boy' reputation in F1
The Formula 1 world is ablaze with talk of Oscar Piastri, newly dubbed the "ice-boy," emerging as a serious contender for the 2025 world championship.
8 days ago
Red Bull, Ferrari face Wolff's ire over 'joke' engine talks
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has fiercely criticised the inclusion of 2026 engine regulations on the agenda for Thursday's F1 Commission meeting, branding it a "joke."
9 days ago
Norris, Piastri clash over McLaren's car advantage
While Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have avoided major on-track confrontations so far in 2025, a minor disagreement has emerged off the track, with the McLaren teammates holding divergent views on their car's performance advantage in Formula 1.
9 days ago
Red Bull unlikely to protest 'harsh' Verstappen penalty
Red Bull is unlikely to contest the stewards' decision to impose a contentious 5-second penalty on Max Verstappen during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
10 days ago
Max Verstappen pays penalty as Oscar Piastri wins Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, takes Formula 1 Championship lead
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri takes the lead in the Drivers Championship after winning Sunday's Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.
11 days ago
Verstappen's resilience outshines Norris' struggles - Marko
Lando Norris risks losing his championship lead after a crash in Q3 at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, while Max Verstappen secured pole position.
11 days ago
Wolff denies Verstappen talks for Mercedes 2026
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has firmly quashed renewed speculation that he is seeking to sign Max Verstappen for 2026.
11 days ago
Rumour - Red Bull may stick with Honda for 2026
A compelling rumour circulating in the Jeddah paddock could quell speculation about Max Verstappen's potential departure from Red Bull.
11 days ago
