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RacingNews365·4d ago

How George Russell crushed Baku rivals in jaw-dropping masterclass

George Russell managed the biggest pole margin since Canada 2023, in a staggering Azerbaijan GP qualifying performance.

motorsport.com·5d ago

F1 urged to rethink sprint points system as calendar expands in 2027

Formula 1 should overhaul its sprint race points system and reassess aerodynamic testing restrictions to accommodate an expanding sprint calendar, according to presenter Will Buxton. The 2027 F1 calendar includes 10 sprint race weekends in Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Canada, Monaco, Great Britain, Italy, Brazil, Qatar and Abu Dhabi. During an appearance on the Up To Speed podcast, Buxton ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·6d ago

David Coulthard proposes F1 sprint for Madrid after Monaco 2027 addition

Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard believes the addition of a sprint race could improve the entertainment of the new Madring circuit after it was announced that the 2027 Monaco Grand Prix weekend would host a sprint for the first time. F1 recently confirmed the 2027 racing calendar, which includes 10 sprint races in Bahrain, Australia, Japan, Canada, Monaco, Great Britain, Italy, Brazil ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Sep 1

Toto Wolff surprised by Kimi Antonelli's 2026 progress: He’s "No longer a deer in the headlights"

When Toto Wolff held his annual media session with the Dutch press at Zandvoort a year ago, Kimi Antonelli was in the middle of the struggles that characterised the European part of his season. The then-rookie showed some moments of brilliance in Miami and Canada, but those were interspersed with difficult race weekends during his Formula 1 debut. At the time, Wolff often summed it up as ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jul 17

How Racing Bulls let a driver shootout decide who got its Spa F1 cooling upgrade

With Racing Bulls duo Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad both delivering consecutive points finishes in recent races, surfing on an uptick in form for the Formula 1 team following an effective Canada upgrade, neither driver has needed any additional motivation to beat the other side of the garage. But when Racing Bulls was only able to bring one of its Spa-Francorchamps updates to one car, the ...Keep reading

motorsportweek.com·Jul 2

Lando Norris downplays McLaren hopes with realistic British GP prediction

Lando Norris was optimistic about McLaren’s hopes heading into the British Grand Prix weekend, despite a difficult one in Austria. McLaren’s 2026 season has had a rocky start, as the papaya team has struggled to find its footing under the new regulations. Norris had a DNS in China and two DNFs across Monaco and Canada, […]

Planet F1·Jun 24

McLaren explains why shelved front wing is finally delivering results

After abandoning the upgrade in Canada, McLaren reveals what changed before its successful return in Barcelona.

motorsport.com·Jun 23

Jacques Villeneuve calls on Ferrari to favour Lewis Hamilton – but will it happen?

It is time for Ferrari to make Lewis Hamilton its number-one driver in the 2026 Formula 1 title battle, Jacques Villeneuve believes. After struggling early on at the Scuderia, Hamilton has enjoyed his best results by far in the last three rounds, taking second in Canada and Monaco before winning on merit at Barcelona. Before this, the seven-time world champion lay only fifth in the ...Keep reading

RacingNews365·Jun 23

McLaren explain reason for delay in unleashing key new F1 upgrade

McLaren initially introduced a new front-wing design in Canada but had to take it off the car, before it returned in Barcelona.

motorsport.com·Jun 13

Jacques Villeneuve says Kimi Antonelli "has the luck of champions" in Michael Schumacher comparison

1997 Formula 1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has argued that Kimi Antonelli is currently enjoying the "luck of champions". Antonelli became the youngest driver to lead the championship after his back-to-back wins at the Chinese and Japanese Grands Prix. The 19-year-old driver has continued to pick up wins in every grand prix since, in Miami, Canada and Monaco. Heading into the season ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jun 13

Karun Chandhok backs McLaren to return to Miami form and challenge Mercedes in Barcelona

Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports pundit Karun Chandhok believes McLaren's recent front wing modifications will allow it to resume its battle with Mercedes for pole position in Barcelona. While McLaren proved to be Mercedes' closest challenger at the Miami Grand Prix in May, the Woking outfit was unable to threaten the current championship leader at the following two races in Canada and ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jun 12

Jacques Villeneuve delivers verdict on Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari form

Lewis Hamilton has enjoyed a resurgence at Ferrari with consecutive podiums in Canada and Monaco, but 1997 Formula 1 champion Jacques Villeneuve has warned that the seven-time champion still cannot beat Mercedes in a straight fight. The British driver's second-place finish around the streets of Monte Carlo resulted in him overtaking George Russell in the drivers' championship. Hamilton now sits ...Keep reading

Synthesis·May 31

Mercedes Faces Major Setback Following Russell's ERS Failure in Canada

The team's investigation into George Russell's retirement is delayed, raising concerns for the future.