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KTM set out Pedro Acosta return after shock surgery

Pedro Acosta has undergone successful surgery on a persistent problem with carpal tunnel syndrome, KTM has announced. The Spaniard retired from Sunday’s Dutch Grand Prix with the issue in dramatic scenes as he sat up and slowed down while battling Marc Marquez and Pecco Bagnaia for fourth place. Tea...

Red Bull took a radical decision for Verstappen — and now the bill is coming due

Max Verstappen has a moral obligation to Red Bull Racing to honour his contract until the end of 2028. If the four-time world champion leaves anyway, Red Bull GmbH's decision to sack team principal Christian Horner will, in hindsight, have been the wrong choice.  Almost exactly a year ago, Horner r...

Bernie Ecclestone explains why one F1 driver is worth signing at "whatever cost"

Max Verstappen has been picked as the one driver that former Formula One supremo Bernie Ecclestone would sign at "whatever cost". It comes at a time of high speculation surrounding the future of the four-time world champion. Verstappen is contracted with Red Bull until the end of the 2028 season but...

Silverstone forecast points to Austrian GP-style scorching temperatures

After the scorching Red Bull Ring weekend, high temperatures could once again play a decisive role in car performance at Silverstone. Here's the latest weather forecast for the British Grand Prix. Rain, often a defining factor at Silverstone and a major talking point during last year's race, is not...

Monaghan's departure from Red Bull isn't a done deal: here's why

Paul Monaghan is keen to join Cadillac, but Red Bull Racing is doing everything it can to keep its long-serving Chief Engineer. Here's the latest ahead of the British Grand Prix. Monaghan has spent 21 years at Red Bull Racing and has played a key role in the team's success, helping it win 15 Formula...

Newey reveals when Aston Martin's 'big aerodynamic package' will arrive

Adrian Newey has confirmed that updates for the AMR26 will begin arriving from the Hungarian Grand Prix onwards, while also outlining the areas of the car set to undergo changes and explaining the work being carried out on the package. Aston Martin has endured a hugely disappointing season so far, w...

Williams forced to sideline unlucky Albon once again

Alexander Albon will be forced to miss two more free practice sessions over the course of the current season, GPblog has learned. The Thai driver recently sat out a session in Barcelona but technical problems mean that the stipulated young driver test was not met. Rules state that every Formula 1 dr...

Tsunoda eyes potential US switch as F1 career options look limited

Yuki Tsunoda does not appear set to return as a full-time Formula 1 driver in 2027, GPblog understands. There are increasing signs that the Japanese driver could move to the United States, where the Japanese driver—backed by Honda—could potentially relaunch his career in IndyCar. After a difficult y...

Norris wins at Silverstone as Hulkenberg seals sensational maiden F1 podium

With the cars set to return to the track at Silverstone this weekend, let's look back at the standout moments from the 2025 British Grand Prix, where Lando Norris claimed his maiden home victory and, above all, Nico Hulkenberg finally celebrated the first podium finish of his Formula 1 career. Quali...

Hamilton unveils 'special' yellow-inspired outfit for Silverstone home race

Lewis Hamilton will add an extra touch of yellow for his home weekend at Silverstone, with the Ferrari driver set to wear yellow gloves, shoes and a matching cap alongside his iconic yellow helmet design. The seven-time world champion will contest his second home weekend in Ferrari colours wearing y...

Verstappen can keep Red Bull in a stranglehold longer thanks to this agreement

Max Verstappen can keep Red Bull Racing in suspense for months about whether he will stay with the team. It is understood that he doesn’t have to give a definitive answer until mid-October. On paper, it’s still possible that after the Hungarian Grand Prix (the last race before the summer break), Max...

Fabio Quartararo confirms shock Yamaha exit as Honda switch looms for 2027

2021 MotoGP World Champion Fabio Quartararo has officially confirmed that he will leave Yamaha at the end of 2026. The 27-year-old Frenchman burst onto the scene in 2019 and immediately began challenging for race wins and titles, bringing one home to Yamaha in just his third season. Over the course...

TT Circuit Assen confirms next step towards potential Formula 1 hosting

TT Circuit Assen has confirmed that earlier this year it applied to the FIA for a Grade 1 license. This is required to be able to host a Formula 1 race. While MotoGP remains the priority, the circuit is certainly interested in hosting F1. To that end, advice has also been sought from Hermann Tilke....

Newey provides update over health conditions: 'I was not 100%'

Adrian Newey has admitted he recently went through a difficult period with his health, revealing he had to strike a balance between his wellbeing and work, but that his condition has since improved. A few weeks ago, Adrian Newey made his first Formula 1 paddock appearance since the season-opening Au...

Newey provides update over health conditions: 'It's been a difficult period'

Adrian Newey has admitted he recently went through a difficult period with his health, revealing he had to strike a balance between his wellbeing and work, but that his condition has since improved. A few weeks ago, Adrian Newey made his first Formula 1 paddock appearance since the season-opening Au...

McLaren 'not surprised' as Red Bull rejoins victory battle in Austrian GP

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella admitted he was not surprised by the significant step forward Red Bull made at the Austrian Grand Prix, with the team's latest upgrades allowing Max Verstappen to fight Mercedes for victory throughout the race. After struggling through the opening part of the sea...

Silverstone hosts another decisive weekend: Full F1 British GP schedule

With the Red Bull Ring round now in the books, won by George Russell, Formula 1 is already set to head to Silverstone for another highly anticipated weekend as the title fight continues to intensify. Here is the full schedule for the British Grand Prix. After eight races, Kimi Antonelli still leads...

Doohan sees new F1 opportunity through Haas: 'Everything focused on 2027 comeback'

After a stint with Alpine that ended suddenly, Jack Doohan is chasing a new Formula 1 opportunity with Haas. Although the Australian is confident in his abilities, he also remains realistic. "I'm striving to get back into Formula 1 for 2027. But if that doesn't seem fit, I think it would be illogica...