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Helmut Marko apologises to Sergio Perez after Mexican GP organisers release statement

Dr. Helmut Marko, Red Bull’s key advisor, has backtracked on his previous comments that linked Sergio Perez’s nationality to his mental attributes as a driver.  The controversial remarks sparked a backlash, with critics labelling them as racist.  Marko’s comments had caused a stir when he suggested that Mexican driver Perez, being “South American,” lacks the

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Sebastian Vettel completes Red Bull return

Four-time Formula 1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel returned to Red Bull last weekend at the Nordschleife, where he drove his 2011 title-winning car around the legendary circuit. Vettel became the first driver since seven-time World Champion Michael Schumacher to drive an F1 car at the German venue, which is often referred to as one of

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Nico Rosberg fires massive warning over Daniel Ricciardo’s hand injury

2016 Formula 1 World Champion Nico Rosberg fears that Daniel Ricciardo’s hand injury could end his chances of replacing Sergio Perez next season and result in the fan favourite remaining at AlphaTauri. Ricciardo hasn’t been in the cockpit of his AT04 since crashing in Free Practice 2 at the Dutch Grand Prix, where he fractured

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Sky F1 pundit escapes horrific fiery incident

Ex-Formula 1 driver Karun Chandhok did exceptionally well to escape serious injury on Saturday, whilst competing in the Lavant Cup at the Goodwood Revival Festival. This specific cup features only 1960s Ferrari GTs, a beautiful car to behold. In Chandhok’s case, it was a beautiful and fiery car, as it suddenly burst into flames. The

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Ex-Ferrari team manager slams F1 teams over Max Verstappen

Ex-Ferrari and Williams team manager Peter Windsor believes all the teams should “hang their heads in shame”, amid Red Bull’s ongoing dominance. After 14 races in the 2023 season, Red Bull remain unbeaten ahead of the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen alone having won 12 races this season. 10 of those have come

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George Russell demands Mercedes investigation

George Russell has called for Mercedes to understand why there is such a big difference in the W14’s performance at high and low downforce circuits, to avoid making the same mistake next season. Mercedes have been very strong at high downforce circuits this season, with Lewis Hamilton having claimed pole position recently at the Hungarian

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Nico Rosberg claims Lando Norris will join Red Bull in a few months

2016 Formula 1 World Champion Nico Rosberg believes Lando Norris could leave McLaren for Red Bull at the end of this season, despite being under contract until the end of 2025. Norris is regarded as one of the hottest talents in the sport currently and is someone whom Red Bull clearly admire. Red Bull advisor

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Damon Hill lambasts ‘churlish’ Toto Wolff

1996 Formula 1 World Champion Damon Hill was left surprised and disappointed by Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff’s snobbery, when the Austrian insisted that Max Verstappen’s new record is just “for Wikipedia”. The reigning World Champion claimed his 10th consecutive victory of 2023 on Sunday at the Italian Grand Prix to eclipse Sebastian Vettel’s record

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