Five months after introducing fines of up to €10,000 for bad language, the FIA has revised Appendix B of its International Sporting Code. Controlled vs uncontrolled settings Drivers will now be judged differently depending on whether expletives are uttered in press conferences or in the heat of competition. Smaller penalties, suspended sentences The maximum base
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AI answer-engine Perplexity abandoned plans to back an entire Formula 1 team and instead signed an individual deal with Lewis Hamilton. The Silicon Valley firm valued at roughly $9 billion wants the seven-time world champion to accelerate global recognition for its search platform. ‘Hamilton effect’ in action Perplexity’s vice-president Ryan Foutty revealed the company held
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Franco Colapinto will line up for Alpine at this weekend’s Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, ending five months without competitive racing. The 21-year-old Argentine replaces Jack Doohan, who lost his seat after a point-less opening to 2025. Months of low-key mileage Alpine kept Colapinto sharp through a private Testing of Previous Cars schedule at Barcelona, Monza
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Max Verstappen battled both McLaren drivers in Miami, finishing fourth behind Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris after starting on pole. Sky Sports pundit Martin Brundle observed contrasting dynamics during the wheel-to-wheel duels. Piastri’s Aggressive Reputation Brundle told the F1 Show, “100 per cent, unquestionably. “I think he knows that there’s something a bit more street
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Two-time World Rally champion Carlos Sainz Sr is gauging support to challenge Mohammed Ben Sulayem for the FIA’s top post. The prospect has sparked debate over potential conflicts with his son, Williams driver Carlos Sainz Jr. Williams Boss Sees No Issue Team principal James Vowles dismissed conflict concerns, saying, “I don’t believe [it would create
MoreFranco Colapinto steps into Alpine for five races, replacing Jack Doohan at Imola after a mid-season reshuffle. The Argentine impressed Williams during nine grands prix last year but moved to Alpine on a multi-year loan deal in January. Management Upheaval Alpine has endured a chaotic spell, with executive advisor Flavio Briatore arriving and team principal
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Legendary designer Adrian Newey began work at Aston Martin in March as Managing Technical Partner, charged with guiding the squad into the 2026 rules cycle. He told in-house media he felt “buoyed by the team” but noted crucial staffing gaps. Facility Versus Workforce “Lawrence’s vision has created a great facility – the best facility in
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Former Haas team boss Guenther Steiner advised the incoming Cadillac Formula 1 squad to hire proven winners rather than rookies for its 2026 debut. Speaking on the “F1 Explains” podcast, he said, “If I were Cadillac, I would look to experienced drivers… who help the team to get going.” Why Pérez Could Thrive Sergio Pérez
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Yuki Tsunoda started 2025 with sister squad Racing Bulls but was drafted into Red Bull after just two races to replace Liam Lawson. The promotion put him alongside four-time champion Max Verstappen, creating an immediate performance benchmark. Settling Beside A World Champion Chief engineer Paul Monaghan praised Tsunoda’s attitude, noting, “He seems to be settling
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Kelly Piquet became a mother for the second time when Lily Verstappen-Piquet arrived earlier than expected, just before the Miami Grand Prix. The timing meant the Brazilian model and partner of four-time world champion Max Verstappen could enjoy Mother’s Day almost immediately after giving birth. Family sources had predicted Lily’s arrival between the Miami and
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