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Fernando Alonso scared by Max Verstappen’s fans

Aston Martin’s Fernando Alonso has divulged that he hesitated before attempting to overtake the triumphant Red Bull driver Max Verstappen during the Dutch Grand Prix.  The seasoned racer admitted that he considered the crowd’s reaction and opted to stay calm in second place instead of attempting a bold move. Verstappen secured victory in front of

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Toto Wolff wary of Italian GP after Lewis Hamilton warning

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff is more than aware that this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix is at venue which is the “complete opposite” of Zandvoort, where the Silver Arrows showed good pace last weekend. Had Mercedes gotten their strategy correct, then the likelihood is that they would’ve left the Dutch Grand Prix with a podium.

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Will Max Verstappen break his Monza ‘curse’?

Reigning World Champion Max Verstappen heads to the Italian Grand Prix this weekend searching for a 12th win of 2023, something which would put him even closer to a third consecutive Drivers’ Championship. Verstappen kickstarted the second of the season just how he ended the first half, in dominant fashion. Whilst he had to work

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Lewis Hamilton breaks silence on Apple pulling the plug

Lewis Hamilton has addressed concerns regarding the status of Brad Pitt’s much-anticipated F1 film.  The movie, a joint venture between one of the world’s most recognisable names, Brad Pitt, and the illustrious seven-time F1 World Champion, Lewis Hamilton, has raised excitement. Under the working title “Apex,” the film’s production journeyed through the British and Hungarian

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Revealed: Valtteri Bottas’ surprising salary and net worth

With an impressive track record, Valtteri Bottas has secured a remarkable net worth, reflecting his journey from a promising talent to a key player in championship battles. Bottas’s achievements have not gone unnoticed, with wins that place him in the upper echelons of Formula 1, alongside Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and Fernando Alonso.  His success

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Red Bull announce Daniel Ricciardo replacement

The Nurburgring have announced that Daniel Ricciardo will be replaced by ex-Formula 1 driver David Coulthard, at the upcoming Red Bull Formula Nurburgring event. Ricciardo was supposed to drive an old F1 car at the Nordschleife on September 9; however, his recent surgery has ruled him out of the event. Instead, Coulthard will take his

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Max Verstappen ready to enrage Ferrari fans

The legendary Monza circuit, renowned for its historic significance and lengthy straightaways, will serve as the stage for the latest chapter in the 2023 Formula 1 season. Raymond Vermeulen, the manager of two-time world champion Max Verstappen, is brimming with optimism as he contemplates the potential of Red Bull Racing’s RB19 on the hallowed grounds

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McLaren address Red Bull trying to lure Lando Norris

Amidst swirling speculation linking Lando Norris to various Formula 1 teams, McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has responded with a candid acknowledgment of the interest surrounding the impressive 23-year-old British driver.  The discussion has been fuelled by Red Bull’s Dr. Helmut Marko, who hinted at Norris being on their radar.  Even Max Verstappen, a close

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Lewis Hamilton forced to resort to ‘extreme diet’

Lewis Hamilton revealed during last weekend’s Dutch Grand Prix that he put on a lot of weight during the summer break, resulting in an “extreme diet” being required. Driver weight in Formula 1 is an extremely delicate topic, given that they have to control it so accurately during the season. Hamilton is one of the

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FIA announces technical directive in potential huge blow to Max Verstappen

In a move to curb the growing concerns surrounding flexible wings in Formula One, the FIA has introduced a comprehensive technical directive aimed at clarifying the regulations and preventing teams from exploiting aerodynamic advantages through innovative designs.  The directive comes after suspicions arose that certain teams were pushing the boundaries of permissible flexibility, prompting the

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