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Formula 1 worried about ‘Frankenstein cars’

Team principals met with F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali at the Canadian Grand Prix, where Red Bull team boss Christian Horner raised concerns about 2026’s rule changes – and how they may create ‘Frankenstein cars’. F1 racing is preparing for an overhaul of both chassis and power unit regulations – with a 50/50 split of power

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FIA to move two grand prix to Saturday to accommodate Ramadan

Following a meeting of the FIA General Assembly in Cordoba, it has been reported that several changes could be made to the Formula 1 calendar in 2024, including two Saturday night races. As Liberty Media continue to push for the pinnacle of motorsport to become more modernised, it has been discussed in Cordoba about whether

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Formula 1 makes rule change after incident involving Neymar and Chelsea stars

The FIA, Formula 1’s governing body, is set to implement stricter regulations following reports of Paris Saint-Germain’s Neymar allegedly breaking the rules at the Spanish Grand Prix.  The Brazilian football superstar, along with several high-profile footballers including his teammate Kylian Mbappe and Chelsea stars Mason Mount and Ben Chilwell, attended the race on 4th June

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Lewis Hamilton agrees with Fernando Alonso with ‘no need’ remark

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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Stefano Domenicali claims F1 teams are being offered billions of dollars

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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Stefano Domenicali insists he won’t resort to ‘manipulation’

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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Charles Leclerc and Fernando Alonso reveal stance on racing in Madrid

Charles Leclerc and Fernando Alonso have expressed their openness to the possibility of adding a new street circuit to the Formula 1 calendar in Madrid. The Spanish Grand Prix is currently set to be held at the Circuit de Catalunya in Barcelona until 2026. However, after that date, its future could be in doubt. F1

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Stefano Domenicali reacts to Aston Martin ditching Mercedes for Honda

Formula 1 president and CEO Stefano Domenicali has reacted to Aston Martin’s huge announcement, with the second-placed team having confirmed that from 2026 they will be powered by Japanese manufacturer Honda. The announcement was made Wednesday morning prior to this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix, with Aston Martin set to become a Honda works team when

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F1 CEO breaks silence on Lewis Hamilton retirement rumours

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has rejected rumours that Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton could be set to retire from Formula 1 amid speculation over his future. The Brit has made no secret of his wish to secure a record-breaking eighth world title before he retires from the sport, searching for the best team to provide

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