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‘You just have to pay it’: Verstappen responds to F1 drivers’ Italian tax concerns
Max Verstappen has played down concerns over a potential Formula 1 season finale at Imola, insisting that the reported tax complications facing drivers should not prevent the sport from returning to Italy. Formula 1 is assessing contingency plans for the final rounds of the 2026 campaign, with Qatar...
Verstappen dismisses Italy tax fears as Bearman predicts freezing Imola finale
Max Verstappen has played down concerns over a potential Formula 1 season finale at Imola, insisting that the reported tax complications facing drivers should not prevent the sport from returning to Italy. Formula 1 is assessing contingency plans for the final rounds of the 2026 campaign, with Qatar...
Honda confirm Red Bull return after three-year MotoGP separation
Honda and Red Bull have officially announced that they will be reuniting for the 2027 MotoGP season. The news comes as a huge boost for Honda, who lost Red Bull to KTM when Marc Marquez departed the team in 2024 for Gresini Ducati. The move shows the star power of Frenchman Fabio Quartararo, who wil...
Verstappen announces teammates for GT race in Portimão
Max Verstappen will contest the GT World Challenge Europe Endurance finale in Portugal with Chris Lulham and Ben Barnicoat. After GPblog reported in early September about the possible entry, the four-time world champion confirmed on media day in Malaysia that he will personally get behind the wheel...
Ayao Komatsu opens up on Ocon exit: Haas chief points to consistency struggles behind parting ways
Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has offered a candid assessment of Esteban Ocon’s capabilities, subtly pointing to consistency across an entire campaign as the pivotal factor behind the team’s eventual driver decision. While quick to praise the Frenchman’s blistering single-lap pace and high-ceilin...
Lando Norris reveals severe social media backlash following Colapinto clash: 'There is a line'
McLaren driver Lando Norris has addressed the intense online storm that erupted following his comments about Franco Colapinto, revealing that the fallout crossed unacceptable boundaries into personal abuse and death threats. While passionate debates frequently ignite across Formula 1 fandom, the Br...
Norris condemns online death threats as McLaren star clarifies Colapinto controversy
McLaren driver Lando Norris has addressed the intense online storm that erupted following his comments about Franco Colapinto, revealing that the fallout crossed unacceptable boundaries into personal abuse and death threats. While passionate debates frequently ignite across Formula 1 fandom, the Br...
Verstappen confirms participation in GT race at Portimao
Max Verstappen will race for his own team in the GT World Challenge Europe at Portimão on Saturday, October 17. The Red Bull Racing driver confirmed to GPblog in Malaysia that he is stepping in because two of his regular drivers are unavailable. It is not yet known who will join Verstappen and Chris...
Verstappen confirms participation in the GT race at Portimao
Max Verstappen will race for his own team in the GT World Challenge Europe at Portimão on Saturday, October 17. The Red Bull Racing driver confirmed to GPblog in Malaysia that he is stepping in because two of his regular drivers are unavailable. It is not yet known who will join Verstappen and Chris...
Russell admits Mercedes have struggled to match rivals' upgrade pace ahead of Bahrain GP package
George Russell has admitted Mercedes have been surprised by the frequency of upgrades being introduced by their Formula 1 rivals this season, as the Silver Arrows welcome their own package at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. Mercedes have maintained strong form throughout the campaign, but Russel...
Hamilton defends ‘fantastic leader’ Vasseur but calls for Ferrari structure review
Lewis Hamilton has delivered a strong defence of Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur, describing the Frenchman as “a fantastic leader” while admitting that the structure at the team needs "looking at moving forwards". Ferrari recently issued a statement confirming its “full confidence” in Vasseur fo...
Leclerc slams 'disrespectful' rumours surrounding Vasseur's Ferrari future
Charles Leclerc has described the persistent speculation surrounding Fred Vasseur’s future as Ferrari team principal as “disrespectful”, insisting the Frenchman retains the complete backing of everyone within the Scuderia. Vasseur’s position has been discussed following Christian Horner’s recent adm...
Verstappen reveals unusual Sepang preparation: ‘Deep mental preparation of not giving a f***’
Max Verstappen has joked that his preparation for the oppressive heat expected at the Malaysian Grand Prix involved months of mental training to ensure he did not care about it. The FIA declared a Heat Hazard ahead of this weekend’s race at Sepang, with air temperatures expected to exceed 31°C and h...
F1 driver set for Bahrain GP back-of-grid start after engine penalty
Arvid Lindblad is set to start the Bahrain Grand Prix from the back of the grid after taking a fifth power unit of the season. The rookie has exceeded his permitted allocation of power-unit components, meaning he will receive a grid penalty for this weekend’s race, which will take place in Malaysia....
Verstappen warns Mercedes' new upgrade could crush Red Bull's win hopes
Max Verstappen wants to win at least one Grand Prix this season, but realises Mercedes’ upgrade could make that task more difficult. The Dutchman, who turned 29 this week, has enjoyed an improved run of form, scoring more points across the last three Grands Prix than Ferrari and McLaren have manage...
Colapinto explains how Norris comments made Verstappen and Russell 'agree for once'
Franco Colapinto has joked that Lando Norris has made Max Verstappen and George Russell 'agree for once' after their comments following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The Argentine driver caused a collision that wiped out both his Alpine teammate Pierre Gasly and Norris after a safety car restart at Bak...
Bottas says F1 drivers don't want to finish season in Italy amid tax threat
Valtteri Bottas has admitted Formula 1 drivers are reluctant to race in Italy amid the prospect of the 2026 season concluding at Imola. Formula 1 has yet to confirm whether the final rounds in Qatar and Abu Dhabi will go ahead amid the war in the Middle East. Should either event be unable to take pl...
Aston Martin boss explains why Alonso needed time before signing new deal
Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack says Fernando Alonso's contract extension is a boost for the team, after the Spaniard extended his future despite his displeasure with the current regulations. It was announced earlier this week that Alonso would remain an Aston Martin driver in 2027 alongside...
Hamilton accused of 'undermining' Vasseur's Ferrari leadership
David Croft has questioned whether Lewis Hamilton could be “undermining” Frederic Vasseur’s authority within the Ferrari Formula 1 team. Ferrari have publicly backed Vasseur amid recent speculation over his future, with former Red Bull boss Christian Horner interested in a role within the Scuderia....
F1 Today | Russell tops timesheet in 'first session' in Malaysia as Verstappen turns 29
From F1 stars going on a boys' trip in Malaysia to Max Verstappen celebrating his 29th birthday today, GPblog recaps the best news of the day for you. After the Bahrain Grand Prix could not take place in April due to the ongoing Middle East conflict between the United States, Israel and Iran, it has...
Verstappen gears up for 'unpredictable' challenge in Malaysia
Max Verstappen expects an unpredictable weekend at the Sepang International Circuit. Verstappen just missed out on winning the Azerbaijan Grand Prix last Saturday after the Red Bull Racing driver crossed the finish line less than two-tenths of a second behind George Russell. "It was a great result a...
Max Verstappen turns 29: Kelly Piquet shares birthday photos with special cake
Today, Max Verstappen celebrates his 29th birthday. The Dutchman's partner, Kelly Piquet, shared the first photos of the special birthday cake they celebrated the Red Bull driver with. Four-time world champion Verstappen turned 29 years old today. The driver competing in his 12th season celebrated h...
Lance Stroll’s salary revealed: how many millions Aston Martin pays
What Lance Stroll earns at Aston Martin is generally kept a secret. However, the team's latest annual report offers a rare glimpse into what his company receives. In 2025, no less than £9.6 million was paid to the company that handles the Canadian’s racing activities. AMR GP Limited, the company beh...
Aston Martin suffers financial blow: multimillion loss despite huge revenue
The Aston Martin Formula 1 team has once again posted tens of millions of pounds in losses despite revenue growth. The team closed 2025 with a loss of £41.1 million, while revenue simultaneously jumped to £344.2 million. The revenue of Aston Martin’s Formula 1 team came in at £344.2 million in 2025...
Hadjar reveals how he injured his wrist during the summer break
Isack Hadjar opened up about his recent injury. The Frenchman explained how it happened, and how he felt afterwards. Hadjar injured his wrist during the summer break, ahead of the weekend in Zandvoort. The Frenchman was forced to skip the race weekends in the Netherlands, Monza and Madrid, with Liam...
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