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Sebastian Vettel speaks out amid Formula 1 rumours

Sebastian Vettel has admitted that a return to Formula 1 is unlikely, although he recognises that it can’t be “completely” ruled out. The four-time World Champion retired from F1 at the end of 2022, in order to spend more time with his young family. Vettel hasn’t completely turned his back on the sport since leaving,

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Daniel Ricciardo completes Red Bull return

Ahead of this weekend’s United States Grand Prix, Daniel Ricciardo has finally returned to a Formula 1 cockpit, following his stint on the sidelines to recover from his hand surgery. Ricciardo participated in a demo run in Nashville last weekend in Red Bull’s 2011 title-winning RB7, suggesting that he’s ready to make his return to

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McLaren provide update as Red Bull circle Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has revealed that the Woking-based team are already in a “good place” ahead of 2024, with their new car coming along very nicely. It’s been a strong second half of 2023 for McLaren, who have skyrocketed up the pecking order ever since they introduced a sizeable upgrades package at the

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Jenson Button warns F1 bosses as drivers express discontent

Jenson Button, the 2009 Formula 1 World Champion, has emphasised the importance of Formula 1 drivers voicing their concerns about the challenging heat conditions experienced during the Qatar Grand Prix.  Racing at the Lusail circuit in early October, which marked the end of Qatar’s summer, several drivers grappled with heat-related health issues throughout the 56-lap

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Red Bull break silence on sacking Sergio Perez

Red Bull have insisted that there is no truth behind rumours that Sergio Perez is set to announce his retirement from Formula 1, amid his current woeful form. It was rumoured over the weekend that Perez was set to announce his retirement at the Mexican Grand Prix next weekend, with Daniel Ricciardo to replace him

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Hungarian Foreign Minister defends Nikita Mazepin

Hungary’s foreign minister Peter Szijjarto has criticised the European Union for placing sanctions on Nikita Mazepin, stopping him from competing in Formula 1. Mazepin was sanctioned by several parts of the world following the ignition of the conflict in Eastern Europe, due to his father’s links to the Russian president. The ex-F1 driver was due

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Red Bull to fire Helmut Marko before Sergio Perez

Red Bull’s motorsport advisor, Helmut Marko, reportedly faces a pivotal moment in his association with the energy drink giant, with senior figures advocating for his departure.  Long considered a stalwart within the Red Bull hierarchy, the shifting dynamics following the passing of Red Bull’s founder, Dietrich Mateschitz, have cast a shadow over Marko’s future. Notably,

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Lewis Hamilton reveals huge Mercedes concern for rest of 2023

Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he expects the W14 to suffer from bouncing for the remainder of the season, something which could impact his chances of beating Sergio Perez to second in the Drivers’ Championship. With five races remaining, Hamilton heads to this weekend’s United States Grand Prix 30 points behind Perez, who has scored

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FIA in hot water for re-opening Lewis Hamilton investigation

Several questions have been asked as to why the FIA are revisiting a penalty awarded to Lewis Hamilton at the Qatar Grand Prix, after he crossed a live circuit. Following his collision with George Russell on the opening lap of the Qatar GP, Hamilton was seen running across the Lusail International Circuit, once all but

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