Mercedes set for 2026 seat 'shootout' between Russell and Antonelli
The 2025 Formula 1 season is shaping up to be a decisive battle for a seat at Mercedes, with George Russell and new rookie Kimi Antonelli potentially vying for a single spot.
Sep 1, 09:12
Antonelli crash could explain 2025 announcement delay
Kimi Antonelli's significant practice crash just two laps into his official F1 practice debut on Friday could have pushed back the originally-scheduled announcement regarding his 2025 race seat.
Aug 31, 09:39
Preview: Italian Grand Prix - track guide, prediction, race preview
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Italian Grand Prix at Monza, including predictions, a track guide and qualifying results.
Aug 30, 19:52
F1 drivers unimpressed with Monza's new circuit upgrade
Several Formula 1 drivers have voiced their discontent with the new upgrades at the Monza circuit.
Aug 30, 08:55
Norris not getting 'number 1' status, confirms Stella
Lando Norris will not be designated as McLaren's clear 'number 1' driver for the remaining nine races of the 2024 season.
Aug 28, 07:49
Mercedes' Wolff reflects on missteps with Verstappen
Max Verstappen remains non-committal regarding whether his team engaged in in-depth discussions with Mercedes about a potential partnership during the summer break.
Aug 25, 08:39
Wolff hints at 'George and Kimi' lineup for Mercedes in 2025
Toto Wolff has openly confirmed that young protégé Andrea Kimi Antonelli will be joining George Russell at Mercedes for 2025.
Aug 24, 10:07
Marko eyeing 'downdates' over updates at Red Bull
Max Verstappen has refuted claims that Red Bull was forced to discard a now-prohibited technical feature from their 2024 car.
Aug 23, 09:38
Uncertainty still looms over '25 F1 driver lineup
Several drivers are still vying for the few remaining spots on the 2025 Formula 1 roster.
Aug 23, 09:35
Preview: Dutch Grand Prix - track guide, prediction, race preview
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, including predictions, a track guide and qualifying results.
Aug 22, 21:40
Wolff says 2025 ideal for Antonelli's F1 debut
Toto Wolff is now openly acknowledging that Kimi Antonelli is his "first option" to replace the Ferrari-bound Lewis Hamilton from 2025.
Jul 29, 09:50
Russell's DSQ sparks theories about underweight car
Theories are surfacing about how Mercedes could have provided George Russell with an illegally underweight car on his way to victory in Belgium.
Jul 29, 09:49
Red Bull's Marko thinks Piastri outshining Norris mentally
McLaren CEO Zak Brown acknowledges the team might need to reconsider its strict policy of total driver equality over the upcoming August break.
Jul 29, 09:46
Ricciardo ready for break but will keep phone handy
As the summer break approaches for Formula 1, Daniel Ricciardo mentions he will keep his "phone on."
Jul 29, 09:44
Charles Leclerc secures pole for Belgian Grand Prix, benefits from regulations
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc will start on pole for Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix in near-identical circumstances to 2023 qualifying.
Jul 27, 16:32
Perez future still hanging in balance post-Hungary
Sergio Perez's ongoing career at Red Bull remains uncertain, even after his recovery in the Hungarian Grand Prix following a crash in Q1.
Jul 23, 10:37
McLaren one-two as Norris allows Piastri to win Hungarian Grand Prix
Oscar Piastri wins the Hungarian Grand Prix in Budapest, his first success in Formula 1, but only after Lando Norris gifted him the lead in the closing stages.
Jul 21, 16:26
Lando Norris secures pole for Hungarian Grand Prix as Max Verstappen denied again
McLaren driver Lando Norris impressively takes pole position for Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.
Jul 20, 16:52
Alonso declined Mercedes opportunity, Wolff reveals
Fernando Alonso was "not interested" in taking over Lewis Hamilton's role at Mercedes.
Jul 12, 08:25
Schumacher commends Hamilton for overcoming F1 criticism
Lewis Hamilton has dispelled any remaining skepticism about his driving prowess by securing a victory last weekend at Silverstone, ending a nearly three-year winless run, a former F1 driver pointed out.
Jul 10, 08:20
Hamilton fends off Verstappen, Norris to record historic British Grand Prix win
Lewis Hamilton ends a two-and-a-half-year wait for another race win with victory in Sunday's British Grand Prix, his ninth triumph at Silverstone.
Jul 7, 17:08
Hamilton unwavering in decision as Ferrari backtracks
On the eve of his departure from a team securing the top qualifying spots at Silverstone, Lewis Hamilton is unwavering about his decision to join Ferrari.
Jul 7, 10:25
Historic first British lockout of front row for British Grand Prix
British drivers lock out the first three positions for the British Grand Prix, an historic first ahead of Sunday's showpiece at Silverstone.
Jul 6, 16:35
McLaren, Red Bull tensions escalate for title fight
Zak Brown has intensified the developing rivalry for the 2024 championship, focusing on titleholder Max Verstappen and McLaren's top driver, Lando Norris.
Jul 6, 09:29
Verstappen should embrace extra booing at British GP - Tost
Max Verstappen should not fear additional 'booing' this weekend at Lando Norris' home race, the British GP at Silverstone.
Jul 3, 10:10
Verstappen, Norris collide to hand Russell win at Austrian Grand Prix
George Russell wins the Austrian Grand Prix in dramatic style after Max Verstappen and Lando Norris collide during the closing laps at Spielberg.
Jun 30, 16:17
Max Verstappen eases to Austrian Sprint success, pole for Grand Prix
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen produces an imperious display on Saturday to win the Austrian Sprint and secure pole for Sunday's Grand Prix.
Jun 29, 16:25
Russell questions Red Bull's slowdown amid McLaren's rise
George Russell has expressed skepticism regarding the extent of Red Bull's recent loss of dominance in the last few races.
Jun 28, 09:39
Hamilton unwavering on Ferrari move despite Mercedes' gains
Lewis Hamilton is steadfast in his decision to join Ferrari next year, even as Mercedes shows signs of improvement.
Jun 25, 09:18
Max Verstappen extends Formula 1 lead with victory at Spanish Grand Prix
Max Verstappen extends his lead in the Drivers' standings with a hard-earned victory at the Spanish Grand Prix, holding off the challenge of Lando Norris.
Jun 23, 16:00
British drivers dazzle as Max Verstappen denied pole for Spanish Grand Prix
Championship leader Max Verstappen will start Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix in second place as a number of British drivers impress in qualifying.
Jun 22, 16:30
Hamilton addresses 'sabotage' claims after email leak
Lewis Hamilton has stated that he does not support any "negativity" about his upcoming exit from the Mercedes team.
Jun 21, 09:44
Marko tells Perez to prove himself in next three races
Despite securing a new contract recently, Sergio Perez's position at Red Bull remains on shaky ground.
Jun 20, 10:26
Schumacher: Russell's seat at Mercedes could be at risk
George Russell might find himself pushed out of Mercedes' Formula 1 driver lineup.
Jun 18, 07:05
F1 front wing controversy: Red Bull questions legality
"Heated discussions" have erupted within Formula 1, sparked by concerns about the compliance of specific front wing designs.
Jun 14, 09:02
'Silly season' still bubbling: Ocon, Sainz, Zhou, Doohan
The break between the Canadian and Spanish Grands Prix hasn't quieted the rampant speculation about the next round of driver shifts.
Jun 13, 10:23
Marko admits Red Bull's uncertain path to 2024 victory
The once-dominant Red Bull team finds the gap with their 2024 competitors gradually narrowing.
Jun 13, 10:20
Ferrari struggles to silence Leclerc amid Canada GP disaster
Ferrari's efforts to prevent Charles Leclerc from speaking out were not effective during a particularly disappointing weekend for the team at the Canadian Grand Prix.
Jun 10, 09:32
Marko should have made Perez decision, not Horner
Christian Horner has refuted Mercedes' allegations that the recent updates to Red Bull's racing car actually represented a "downgrade."
Jun 10, 09:29
Max Verstappen wins wet Canadian Grand Prix - how did the drivers react?
Max Verstappen extends his lead at the top of the standings with victory in Sunday's Canadian Grand Prix, but how did the drivers react?
Jun 9, 21:38
