Lewis Hamilton’s father Anthony is poised to head the FIA’s revamped young-driver programme, according to The Times, having unofficially advised the initiative for over a year. The appointment is expected to be confirmed at next month’s FIA conference amid broader governance reforms. Context of presidential jostling Current president Mohammed Ben Sulayem faces the prospect of
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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff delivered a motivational video call to teenage prodigy Kimi Antonelli ahead of the youngster’s first home Formula 1 race, urging him to ignore Italian-media hype and focus on execution. The 18-year-old Italian, stepping into Lewis Hamilton’s vacated seat, listened from the Imola garage while Wolff addressed him from the United
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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff will miss the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix to attend his eldest son Benedict’s graduation in the United States. It is his second absence of 2025 after sitting out Suzuka earlier in the year. Delegated Duties In Wolff’s stead, communications chief Bradley Lord becomes the public face of the squad trackside,
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Kevin Magnussen has lifted the lid on what he calls a “crazy” and “disrespectful” target set during his 2014 rookie season at McLaren: match Lewis Hamilton’s qualifying margin over Jenson Button or risk being dropped. A decade later the Dane argues the directive skewed expectations and hastened his departure. The Podium Debut That Sparked Pressure
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George Russell has revealed he has settled the £1.5 million his father Steve spent financing his karting and junior-series ascent—a gesture that underscores both gratitude and self-reliance as he negotiates a fresh Mercedes contract. The repayment story emerged alongside Toto Wolff’s strongest signal yet that the 27-year-old will be retained beyond 2025. Paying Back the
MoreFormer Williams deputy team principal Claire Williams has opened up about the tough decision to keep George Russell at the team despite Mercedes’ efforts to sign him early. In a candid interview on the F1 Beyond The Grid podcast, Williams shared the emotional weight behind denying the young British driver a quicker step into the
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In a move that has excited fans and paddock insiders alike, Angela Cullen has rejoined Lewis Hamilton as he begins a bold new chapter in his Formula 1 career with Ferrari. The renowned performance coach and physiotherapist, who was a key part of Hamilton’s inner circle during his most dominant years at Mercedes, is once
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Andrea Kimi Antonelli has rapidly emerged as one of Formula 1’s most promising talents. At just 18 years old, the Italian driver has made a significant impact in his debut season with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, showcasing both skill and maturity on the track. Salary and Contract Details In his inaugural F1 season, Antonelli’s
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Red Bull team principal Christian Horner issued a public apology following a pit lane clash between Max Verstappen and Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli during the Miami sprint race. The incident, which resulted in damage to Verstappen’s car and a time penalty, was attributed to human error by the Red Bull pit crew. A Risky Gamble Gone
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Formula 1 is heading back to Canada, and if history is any indication, we’re in for a thriller. The 2025 Canadian Grand Prix is always one of the most exciting races of the season. From the infamous “Wall of Champions” to the unpredictable weather and wild strategy shake-ups, the Canadian GP never disappoints. As the
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