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Audi team principal Mattia Binotto has revealed an ambitious timeline for the German manufacturer to become a genuine Formula 1 title contender by 2030. The marque replaced Sauber on the grid for the 2026 season and has made a modest but encouraging start to life as a constructor in the sport’s top tier. After nine

Mercedes are employing a qualifying strategy that delivers faster lap times for Kimi Antonelli and George Russell but carries potentially serious consequences for the team. The Silver Arrows have enjoyed a strong start to the new regulations era, and alongside Ferrari, are one of only two teams to have won a grand prix in 2026.

George Russell believes the 25-point gap between himself and Kimi Antonelli in the Formula 1 drivers’ standings “is probably correct” based on performance across the season. The Mercedes pair have both been struck by a series of misfortunes throughout the campaign, including mechanical failures, poor safety car timing, and contentious penalty decisions. Antonelli suffered a

Ferrari’s filming day at the Madring circuit has sparked controversy, with rumours circulating about whether the venue helped finance the visit. The Madring is set to host its first full F1 field on September 11, when cars take to the track for Spanish Grand Prix practice ahead of the race on September 13. Ferrari used

The 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed is in full swing, drawing current Formula 1 stars, world champions, and motorsport legends to the iconic Sussex hillclimb. Running from 9 to 12 July, this year’s event has avoided any clash with the F1 calendar, allowing several active grand prix drivers to attend alongside a host of former

Jenson Button has opened up about Fernando Alonso’s genuine belief in the Adrian Newey project at Aston Martin, while also questioning whether time is on the Spaniard’s side. Button, who officially retired from motor racing in November 2025 after two seasons in the World Endurance Championship, now serves as a team ambassador for Aston Martin

McLaren Racing has officially partnered with SEGA, making the gaming giant the official gaming partner of the papaya Formula 1 squad. The collaboration celebrates shared values between McLaren Racing and the iconic Sonic the Hedgehog brand, which has served as SEGA’s mascot since 1991. Fans of both brands can expect exclusive team kit and merchandise

One year ago on 9 July 2025, Christian Horner’s shock removal as Red Bull Racing’s team principal sent shockwaves through the entire Formula 1 paddock. Horner’s 20-year tenure had produced two dominant championship-winning dynasties, but a protracted political battle within Red Bull ultimately brought his reign to a sensational end. Laurent Mekies, formerly heading up

Ferrari have become the first Formula 1 team to drive on the new Madring circuit, which will replace the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya as the host of the Spanish Grand Prix. The test took place on Thursday, July 9, with Ferrari using one of their allocated filming days to put up to 200km on the brand

One year ago, Christian Horner was sacked as Red Bull Formula 1 team principal, ending a 20-year reign at the Milton Keynes outfit. Laurent Mekies stepped in as his successor, bringing an engineering-led philosophy that helped Red Bull mount a remarkable title charge in the second half of 2025. Max Verstappen came within two points