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Oliver Bearman warns Haas risks being outdeveloped in F1 2026

Oliver Bearman warned that his Haas Formula 1 team could lose out to its rivals if it doesn't speed up its rate of development after he finished 14th and out of the points in Austria. Bearman had a strong start to his second year in Formula 1, making the most of his Haas VF-26 to pick up points in the first two rounds of the year in Australia and China. However, in the six rounds since, the ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·3d ago

Kimi Antonelli frustrated by horror start to F1 Austrian GP

Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli was left frustrated by his horrible start to the Austrian Grand Prix as he went off three times across the opening two laps. The Mercedes driver started fourth and carried a lot of speed into Turn 1, forcing him over the sausage kerb and onto the escape road, with similar happening at Turn 3. Antonelli then attempted to overtake Ferrari driver ...Keep reading

motorsportweek.com·3d ago

McLaren addresses pace deficit in F1 ‘race of upgrades’

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has delivered a frank assessment of the competitive order in Formula 1, amidst several team upgrades.

motorsport.com·4d ago

George Russell explains Toto Wolff's "just drive" radio message

George Russell has explained Toto Wolff’s “just drive” radio message during Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix that was a way to encourage the Briton who went on to secure pole position. Russell took pole in Austria, beating both Ferrari drivers and his team-mate Kimi Antonelli, but the session was far from straightforward for the Mercedes driver. He was fifth in Q1, more than 0.3s slower ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·6d ago

Liam Lawson shares heartbreaking note from brother about F1 sacrifices

Liam Lawson has offered emotional insight into the family sacrifices made in order for him to pursue a career in Formula 1, shedding light on a heartbreaking childhood note written by his younger brother. During an appearance on the High Performance podcast, the New Zealander opened up about the hidden emotional toll his racing ambitions took on his siblings. Not only did Lawson's parents sell ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jun 24

Red Bull denied claims Racing Bulls is helping – so we analysed their on-track battles

The debate surrounding common ownership in Formula 1, often linked to the two Red Bull teams, was recently reignited by Mercedes and Toto Wolff's apparent interest in acquiring shares in the Alpine outfit. While that interest never materialised into a deal, it was exactly that which prompted McLaren CEO Zak Brown to write a letter to FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem outlining his concerns ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jun 21

Missing out on Ferrari F1 drive felt like "bleeding" to Robert Kubica

Robert Kubica revealed that racing – and winning – for AF Corse Ferrari in the World Endurance Championship helped close the deep emotional wound of his rallying accident, which interrupted his Formula 1 career. On 6 February 2011, Kubica was taking part in the Ronde di Andora rally as part of his extracurricular activities when he endured a severe crash, which left him with permanent ...Keep reading

motorsportweek.com·Jun 20

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motorsport.com·Jun 20

Daniel Ricciardo shares heartfelt message after first Indy 500 visit brought back "childhood feelings"

Former Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo has opened up about his first visit to the Indianapolis 500, describing the experience of being a fan as bringing back "childhood feelings" in a heartfelt open letter to his fans. Since stepping away from F1, the eight-time grand prix winner has embraced a different lifestyle. Alongside enjoying the perks of being a Ford Racing ambassador, Ricciardo is ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jun 19

Claire Williams: George Russell deserves F1 title but bad luck may stick

Former Williams deputy team principal Claire Williams has shared concerns that George Russell could fall victim to a persistent streak of "bad luck" in Formula 1, potentially jeopardising his chances of ever securing a championship title. Speaking on the High Performance Racing podcast alongside broadcaster Jake Humphrey, former F1 engineer Rob Smedley and former Alpine team principal Otmar ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jun 13

Why rumours about Fernando Alonso and Alpine have surfaced for 2027

Fernando Alonso has not decided his Formula 1 future beyond the end of this season and rumours have emerged about a sensational return to Alpine for a fourth stint with the Enstone-based team. Alonso has already experienced saying goodbye in F1. At the 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, he bid farewell to McLaren and Formula 1, but it was not a goodbye to motorsport as he lined up a pursuit of the ...Keep reading

motorsport.com·Jun 12

Fernando Alonso: This is "probably my last Barcelona race in Formula 1"

Fernando Alonso has conceded that this weekend's Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix will likely mark his final Formula 1 race at the circuit. Speaking during the drivers' press conference, the 44-year-old acknowledged his fans' unwavering support while also dropping a hint regarding his retirement. "It's going to be a special weekend, probably my last Barcelona race in Formula 1," he ...Keep reading

Kimi Antonelli: The Rising Star of Mercedes F1

Synthesis·Jun 2