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Verstappen witty in response to comparison with Alonso: 'A little bit more handsome'
Max Verstappen has responded to the comparison Pedro de la Rosa made between him and Fernando Alonso. In an interview with GPblog, the Aston Martin ambassador called Verstappen a younger version of the Spaniard and said that the two stand out from all the other drivers on the Formula 1 grid. Verstap...
F1 teams split over Singapore GP upgrades as FIA reveals latest changes
The Singapore Grand Prix has seen relatively little activity on the technical development front, with several teams choosing to leave their cars unchanged for the Marina Bay weekend. With the 2026 season entering its final stages, technical development has taken a back seat for several teams headin...
Hadjar sides with Verstappen over Russell in cooling vest debate
Isack Hadjar, similarly to his teammate, Max Verstappen, is against Formula 1 drivers wearing cooling vests. Speaking to GPblog, among others, the Frenchman was clear in his verdict on having cooling vests in Formula 1 in Singapore. He said: "I think it should be banned." Asked why he thinks that wa...
Verstappen aims to conquer Singapore: 'I have unfinished business here'
Max Verstappen is yet to win the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix in his career, and wants to tick that off his list. In nine appearances at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, the four-time world champion is yet to take pole position or win the Grand Prix. On Sundays, he has finished second three times al...
Verstappen explains how he keeps life simple away from F1
Max Verstappen revealed what he thinks is the best part of being a father. Verstappen's daughter, Lily Verstappen, was born last year ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. In Formula 1's Q&A, the Dutchman also answered more personal questions from his fans, including what the best thing about being a dad i...
Casey Stoner questions MotoGP's priorities after controversial Adelaide move
Casey Stoner likely won’t be working as an Australian Grand Prix ambassador. The Aussie MotoGP legend has spoken about the decision to switch from Phillip Island to Adelaide, and it’s fair to say that he isn’t a fan. MotoGP leaves the iconic undulating circuit next year and heads for a street track,...
Lewis Hamilton misses wet-weather racing challenge in F1
Lewis Hamilton misses racing in wet conditions in Formula 1. The Briton shared his passion for the challenge difficult conditions bring. The Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia was delayed due to severe weather conditions last Sunday. Thunderstorms are also predicted for the weekend in Singapore. Speakin...
Max Verstappen is the top favorite for the 2027 World Championship
Max Verstappen is the overwhelming favorite for the 2027 world title. An analysis of the 2026 F1 season shows that Red Bull Racing understands these regulations better than anyone else, making the team an early favorite for next year. Red Bull Racing began 2026 at a significant disadvantage. Over t...
Bagnaia contradicts Marc Marquez over controversial MotoGP rule change
Francesco Bagnaia has shed new light on the decision-making behind MotoGP's controversial 2027 weekend format changes. From next year, there will be two qualifying sessions, one for the sprint race and another for the Grand Prix. Previously, one qualifying set the grid for both races, but the new pr...
F1 Today | Russell addresses grid penalty situation, Verstappen shares Kelly Piquet's reaction to GT3 race plans
From Max Verstappen sharing how his partner Kelly Piquet reacted to taking a GT race next week to George Russell addressing his grid penalty troubles, GPblog recaps you the best news of the media day at the Singapore Grand Prix. Next weekend, while there will be an off-weekend in Formula 1, Verstapp...
Russell backs idea amid Verstappen's clear rejection
George Russell, unlike Max Verstappen, is in favor of having cooling vests on except in certain cases. Russell continues to support having cooling vests in Formula 1. Speaking to GPblog, among others, the Mercedes driver explained that he sees the benefit of wearing one. He began: "I mean, I'd race...
Thunderstorms to make drivers' life difficult in Singapore: 'No room for error'
If he had to choose, Lando Norris prefers to race in dry conditions. The Briton also joked about McLaren's strategy decision that did not pay off last weekend in Malaysia. So far this season, there have been two occasions when teams had to choose between slick and intermediate tyres. McLaren made th...
Verstappen doubles down on 'sauna' claim over cooling vest need
Max Verstappen believes the cooling vest is unnecessary, arguing that its cables restrict drivers' movement in the cockpit rather than offering any real benefit. The four-time world champion also questioned its effectiveness, pointing out that even if the system worked as intended, it would not prov...
Piastri makes bold Red Bull admission that could worry Mercedes
Oscar Piastri believes Red Bull have now reached a similar level of competitiveness to Mercedes following Max Verstappen's victory in Malaysia last weekend, which marked the team's first win of the season. After an opening phase of the season in which Mercedes dominated and Ferrari were their only c...
Russell reveals even worse news on top of Singapore GP grid penalty
George Russell has revealed that he will have to serve another grid penalty before the end of the season, adding to his troubles as he prepares to take a grid drop at this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix, which has already left him facing an uphill battle at Marina Bay. Russell heads into the Singapo...
Verstappen shares Kelly Piquet's thoughts on adding GT race after F1 triple-header
Max Verstappen has revealed how his partner Kelly Piquet reacted to the prospect of him spending yet another weekend racing in GT World Challenge, despite having already completed a demanding triple-header in Formula 1. As recently confirmed by Verstappen himself, the Dutchman will return to GT raci...
Antonelli enjoys double advantage as Russell faces uphill battle in Singapore
Championship leader Kimi Antonelli has revealed that he will race with the upgraded package introduced on Mercedes' W17 at last weekend's Malaysian Grand Prix in Singapore this weekend, while his teammate George Russell will revert to the previous specification. Mercedes introduced a substantial sev...
Hamilton regrets lost chance to fight Verstappen in rain: 'I was excited about'
Lewis Hamilton expressed his disappointment at missing out on the opportunity to battle Max Verstappen in wet conditions at the Bahrain Grand Prix, although he made it clear that he holds no particular resentment towards the FIA over its decision. Last weekend at Sepang, everything appeared to be in...
Vasseur points finger at Italian media over 'enormous negative effect' on Ferrari
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has continued his criticism of the media, particularly the Italian press, stressing that negative reports and speculation surrounding himself or the team often have a significant impact on the people working at Maranello. Last week, the Ferrari team principal...
Ocon reveals his Plan B if F1 comeback hopes fall short in 2027
Esteban Ocon has made his intentions for the upcoming future crystal clear, insisting he has no intention of giving up despite acknowledging that he currently has no Formula 1 seat secured for next season. The Frenchman announced a few weeks ago that he would be a free agent for next season, meaning...
Verstappen has no interest in a Ferrari move without one key ingredient
Max Verstappen has expressed his great respect for Ferrari, but made it clear that winning remains his ultimate priority. For now, the Dutchman is fully focused on helping Red Bull return to the level it has enjoyed in recent years. The Dutchman recently put an end to speculation surrounding his fut...
Alonso makes decision about participation in the Dakar Rally
Fernando Alonso has dismissed speculation linking him with a return to the Dakar Rally, insisting that fitting such a major challenge around a Formula 1 season would be “nearly impossible”. The Spaniard competed in the Dakar Rally in 2020, but has since been the subject of fresh rumours over a possi...
Marc Marquez criticises MotoGP rule change amid fears over riders' careers
Marc Marquez may be the biggest name in MotoGP, but even he’s admitted he doesn’t have any power over the new schedule. The sport announced a new weekend format for 2027, which introduces two qualifying sessions, adding more competitive racing during Friday’s running. Previously, qualifying set the...
Perez claims F1 cost cap is 'unfair’ for smaller teams as he makes Red Bull comparison
Sergio Perez believes Formula 1’s cost cap can work against smaller teams, arguing that it has contributed to the sizeable gaps currently seen across the grid. Speaking in Singapore to the media including GPblog, the Cadillac driver reflected on the difference between working for a front-running out...
Bottas opens up on snake encounters and an eerie jungle night during epic Singapore bike ride
Valtteri Bottas has revealed he encountered snakes, a dog that chased him and even a group of cows during his remarkable bike ride from Sepang to Singapore. The Finnish driver completed the lengthy journey after the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, swapping Formula 1 machinery for a bike and travelli...
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