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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...
Krack responds to Alonso Dakar Rally question with Verstappen comparison
Mike Krack believes it is “good for motorsport” when Formula 1 drivers take on challenges in other categories, as speculation continues over whether Fernando Alonso could compete in the Dakar Rally next year. Alonso is reportedly set for a return to the Dakar Rally after previously driving the gruel...
FIA reveal findings into Sepang formation-lap chaos and confirm when new fix will be released
The FIA has explained the cause of the power loss issues that delayed the start of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, confirming that wet-weather power unit software will be revised again ahead of the United States Grand Prix. A number of drivers suffered power loss during the formation laps at Sep...
Marko backs Schumacher’s ‘absolute lie’ response to Horner’s Verstappen claim
Helmut Marko has dismissed Christian Horner’s account of Max Verstappen’s path into the Red Bull programme, backing Ralf Schumacher after the former F1 driver branded the claim an “absolute lie”. Horner’s forthcoming autobiography, Drive, has prompted a response from his former Red Bull colleague. T...
FIA issues Heat Hazard warning as rain also looms over Singapore GP weekend
The FIA has issued a Heat Hazard for this weekend’s Singapore Grand Prix, with temperatures to exceed 31 degrees. The guideline, first introduced for the 2025 season, allows teams to fit advanced driver cooling systems during the race weekend. The systems are not mandatory, however, and if drivers o...
Hamilton’s second-place Bahrain GP restart raises questions over FIA procedure
Former Aston Martin Head of Race Strategy and current F1 pundit Bernie Collins has put the decision to allow Lewis Hamilton to retake his second-place grid slot at Sepang under the microscope following the software chaos that disrupted the formation lap. The FIA's decision to restore the original gr...
Much of Verstappen recognized in Alonso: 'Max Is the younger version of Fernando'
Pedro de la Rosa sees Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso as two drivers who stand out from the rest of the Formula 1 grid. In an exclusive interview with GPblog, the Aston Martin ambassador particularly points to their love of racing outside F1. That takes on extra significance now that Alonso is be...
Red Bull's Lawson decision looms as Tsolov waits for a Racing Bulls seat
Liam Lawson still does not know if he will be racing in Formula 1 in 2027. The Racing Bulls driver says his situation is 'pretty similar to how it's been' as Red Bull nears a decision that could hand his seat to F2 title contender Nikola Tsolov. The New Zealander gave his latest update on his future...
Piastri’s untelevised team radio reveals tense Bahrain GP moment
An untelevised team radio exchange from the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia has revealed Oscar Piastri accusing Alexander Albon of “massively” brake-checking him as the two drivers approached the pit lane. The incident between Piastri and Albon passed largely under the radar during the race, as the t...
F1 Today | Audi transforms RS26 for Singapore GP as Red Bull finances come to light
Audi has revealed a fresh look ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, while Red Bull’s latest financial accounts offer an insight into a turbulent period of leadership changes and restructuring within the team. These are the biggest Formula 1 stories making headlines today. Audi will bring a completely...
The Ferrari that barely lived: Hamilton shows how his iconic F40 was restored
Lewis Hamilton has shared the full video documenting the restoration of his Ferrari F40 across his social media channels. The car holds particular significance for the seven-time world champion, as an F40 also featured in his first official photoshoot after becoming a Ferrari driver at Maranello in...
Ferrari backed over failed soft-tyre gamble: ‘I would have made the same decision as Hamilton’
Ralf Schumacher has backed Ferrari's strategic gamble at the start of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, when the Italian team opted to take a risk by starting both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc on the soft tyres. Although the decision ultimately proved unsuccessful, the Ferman supported Ferra...
This was Verstappen’s priceless reaction to Bahrain GP software chaos
Max Verstappen delivered a hilarious untelevised team radio message to his race engineer after witnessing the software issues that plagued several cars during the formation lap of the Bahrain Grand Prix. The four-time world champion was quick to react when software problems began affecting several c...
Audi turns heads with bold new look for Singapore Grand Prix
Audi has unveiled a special celebratory livery that will feature on the RS26 throughout the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix weekend. The design is intended to celebrate the city's transformation from day to night while also paying tribute to Singapore's traditional culture. The German manufacturer has...
Ford welcomes Verstappen interest as Hypercar programme gathers pace
Max Verstappen would be welcomed with open arms by Ford’s Hypercar project. Program manager Dan Sayers and factory driver Matt Campbell are enthusiastic about the idea of putting the Dutchman behind the wheel. For now, however, there are no concrete plans for a test: Ford is focused on preparing for...
Verstappen delivers striking verdict after Horner departure: 'It's less stressful'
Max Verstappen has claimed that Christian Horner's departure, with the Briton having been out of his role as Red Bull CEO and team principal for more than a year, has made life in the Formula 1 paddock "less stressful". The Dutchman also commented on the possibility of his former team boss making a...
Verstappen confident he can finally achieve something he has never done in F1
Buoyed by his first victory of the season at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, Max Verstappen is confident he can repeat the feat at this weekend's Singapore Grand Prix. The Marina Bay Street Circuit remains the only track on the calendar where the four-time world champion has never won during his...
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