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Antonelli drove karts with Valentino Rossi in Italy
Ahead of his trip to Japan, Kimi Antonelli dedicated a day to karting alongside MotoGP icon Valentino Rossi.
20 hours ago

Marko insists no Verstappen exit clauses active yet
Dr Helmut Marko appears to be at odds with Red Bull's recent driver management choices.
20 hours ago

Hamilton's black vision rejected by Ferrari
The striking inaugural image of Lewis Hamilton at Maranello, posed beside the legendary F40 supercar, nearly took a different form at the seven-time world champion's behest.
2 days ago

Verstappen hints at future Honda titles after Red Bull era
Max Verstappen's latest remark could be a casual observation or a calculated signal, as he indicated that his future might still involve Honda power.
2 days ago

No concerns over '26 Mercedes contract - Russell
George Russell asserted on Thursday that he remains entirely unconcerned about his upcoming contract discussions with Mercedes.
2 days ago

Perez poised for F1 comeback with Cadillac - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko concedes that Mercedes might hold an edge as Formula 1 enters the new regulatory era in 2026.
3 days ago

No Mercedes or Aston Martin move for me, says Marko
Formula 1's infamous 'silly season' for drivers has kicked off remarkably early in 2025.
3 days ago

Ferrari feels heat from Hamilton hype - Steiner
Ferrari is grappling with "enormous pressure" in the 2025 season, asserts former Haas team principal Gunther Steiner.
4 days ago

Verstappen exit talk to heat up in '25 - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko anticipates that chatter about Max Verstappen's next move will ramp up as the 2025 season unfolds.
5 days ago

Russell's future hinges on Verstappen, says Albers
George Russell's stellar performances this season might still leave him fighting to secure his place at Mercedes.
5 days ago

Wolff missing Suzuka amid bigger picture focus
Toto Wolff's fans won't spot the Mercedes team principal and co-owner trackside at Suzuka.
9 days ago

Wolff backs idea of two races in China
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff believes Formula 1 might consider scheduling a second grand prix in China.
10 days ago

Schumacher dependent, unable to talk - insider
Michael Schumacher "can no longer express himself through language," a well-informed source has disclosed.
10 days ago

Verstappen sacrifices break to tackle Red Bull crisis
Max Verstappen has decided to trim his downtime this week, opting to work closely with Red Bull engineers and leadership as the team grapples with its ongoing difficulties.
11 days ago

Wolff shuts down rumours of Verstappen deal
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has moved to quash speculation that he's already negotiating with Max Verstappen for a potential switch in 2026 or beyond.
12 days ago

Lawson better suited to Racing Bulls, says Verstappen
Liam Lawson need not despair if Red Bull Racing releases him, according to Max Verstappen.
13 days ago

Media doubt Norris' readiness for F1 title pressure
After a strong showing in Australia, where he became the first non-Verstappen championship leader in years, the 25-year-old has faltered in China.
13 days ago

Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton revels in Chinese Sprint, responds to people "yapping away"
Lewis Hamilton secures his first victory in the colours of Ferrari, winning Saturday's Chinese GP Sprint ahead of the Grand Prix on Sunday.
14 days ago

Marko admits 'difficult' challenge to keep Verstappen
Red Bull might struggle to keep Max Verstappen if they can't restore their dominant edge, adviser Dr Helmut Marko has conceded.
14 days ago

F1 team bosses see V10 plan as unlikely
Leading Formula 1 team principals remain unconvinced that V10 engines will power the sport again by 2028.
14 days ago