Red Bull Racing driver Max Verstappen has openly voiced his disappointment with the forthcoming 2026 Formula 1 regulations, describing the anticipated results as “pretty terrible.” The Dutch driver’s concerns stem from early simulator data that suggests the new rules could lead to poor outcomes for the sport. The 2026 regulations will introduce significant changes to
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Belgian Grand Prix promoter Vanessa Maes has expressed optimism about the future of the race at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit. Following a meeting with Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali in London, there are positive indications that the race will continue beyond its expiring contract, dispelling rumours of Spa’s potential elimination due to Liberty Media’s focus
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Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has announced that the sport plans to increase the noise produced by the engines when new regulations are implemented in 2026. The current power units, which have been in use since 2014, shifted F1 towards a more sustainable future with V6 turbo-hybrids replacing the previous V8 engines. However, the initial
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FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem and F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali have expressed their shared belief that modern Formula 1 cars, weighing around 800kg, have become excessively cumbersome compared to their predecessors from a few decades ago. However, the prospect of making the cars lighter has been met with scepticism by driver Fernando Alonso, who pointed
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Efforts to reduce the weight of Formula 1 cars have been deemed “unrealistic” by drivers due to technological advancements and safety considerations. The current generation of F1 cars has seen a significant increase in weight, reaching a record minimum weight of 798kg for an empty car in 2023. While there is unanimous support from drivers
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Jack Nicholls, the well-known F1 commentator, has been dismissed from his role at BBC Radio 5 Live after allegations of “inappropriate touching”. An investigation was initiated by Formula E in response to a formal complaint regarding Nicholls’ behaviour, and three individuals, including one who had been in a relationship with the commentator, made allegations of
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Stefano Domenicali, the CEO of Formula 1, has revealed that teams are now being offered “billions” as the sport continues to experience remarkable growth. The surge in popularity can be attributed to factors such as the success of the Netflix documentary series “Drive to Survive” and F1’s expanding reach in countries like the United States.
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As Max Verstappen continues his seemingly unstoppable march towards his third consecutive drivers’ title, Formula 1 is witnessing a significant decline in TV ratings. While the sport’s popularity remains high, the lack of unpredictability due to Red Bull’s dominance is taking a toll on viewership. In response, team bosses from Mercedes, Alpha Tauri, and Haas
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Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has dismissed the idea of implementing in-season regulation changes to address Red Bull’s dominance in the sport. Red Bull has enjoyed a dominant start to the 2023 season, winning all seven races with remarkable ease. However, this has led to predictable outcomes during grand prix weekends, prompting criticism of the
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Following the release of F1 23, Formula 1 drivers have been reacting to their ratings on this season’s game, with many of them having been disappointed at their “Awareness” rating. After claiming back-to-back titles, reigning World Champion Max Verstappen has the highest rating in this season’s game, with EA Sports having awarded him with a
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