Wolff backs McLaren, calling Norris penalty 'bizarre'
Toto Wolff has taken a firm stance in support of McLaren following the penalty that cost Lando Norris the chance to reduce the championship points gap in Sunday's Austin race.
Oct 21, 11:00
Verstappen stays out of Red Bull-McLaren off-track war
Max Verstappen has made it clear that he's staying out of the intensifying off-track rivalry between Red Bull and McLaren.
Oct 21, 10:30
Charles Leclerc wins United States Grand Prix, Max Verstappen extends Formula 1 Championship lead
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc wins the United States Grand Prix in Austin, while Championship leader Max Verstappen benefits from a late penalty handed to Lando Norris.
Oct 20, 22:02
Verstappen feels 'old times' return with Red Bull upgrade
Red Bull's significant upgrades in Austin, which propelled Max Verstappen to sprint pole, sprint victory, and P2 on the grid for the US Grand Prix, have restored the team's competitive edge.
Oct 20, 11:20
Marko and Brown's verbal battle intensifies in Austin
The rivalry between Red Bull and McLaren has evolved from an on-track and technical battle into an ongoing war of words.
Oct 20, 09:50
Calm Verstappen will hold off error-prone Norris - Trulli
Max Verstappen's "calm" and maturity should allow him to fend off Lando Norris in the fight for the 2024 world championship, according to former Formula 1 driver Jarno Trulli.
Oct 19, 11:30
Leclerc says 2024 title triumph would be undeserved
Charles Leclerc has admitted that if he were to win the 2024 world championship, he wouldn't feel that he "deserved" it.
Oct 19, 08:59
Norris denies influence over fastest lap rule change
Lando Norris doubts that a surprise Formula 1 rule change, scrapping the fastest lap bonus point, had anything to do with the controversy surrounding him at the Singapore Grand Prix.
Oct 18, 10:00
McLaren drivers suggest Red Bull caught breaking F1 rules
McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri have strongly hinted that Red Bull may have been caught breaking Formula 1 rules.
Oct 18, 09:00
Red Bull piles psychological pressure on McLaren
Red Bull has escalated its psychological tactics as the championship battle with McLaren reaches a critical stage.
Oct 18, 08:30
Verstappen really could lose 2024 title, say F1 icons
There is a genuine chance that Max Verstappen may not hold onto his points lead all the way to the season finale in Abu Dhabi, according to two Formula 1 legends, René Arnoux and Gerhard Berger.
Oct 17, 11:30
Shock rumours of Piastri-to-Red Bull stir F1 paddock
A fresh rumour about Oscar Piastri is creating buzz in the Formula 1 community as the sport returns to action this weekend in Austin.
Oct 17, 09:00
Red Bull faces make-or-break moment in title battle
A critical sequence of races is now on the horizon for Red Bull as their championship ambitions - and wider future - hang in the balance.
Oct 17, 08:30
Norris' mental struggles highlight Verstappen's title edge
Max Verstappen's superior "mental strength" could make the difference in securing his fourth consecutive drivers' world championship in 2024, according to Red Bull advisor and longtime mentor Dr. Helmut Marko.
Oct 15, 10:30
After Ecclestone praise, Piastri humbled by Prost comparison
Oscar Piastri has expressed his appreciation for recent comparisons to Formula 1 legend Alain Prost, following hot on the heels of high praise from Bernie Ecclestone.
Oct 4, 08:58
Verstappen for 2024 title, McLaren for team win - Ecclestone
Max Verstappen will secure the 2024 drivers' championship, but McLaren will take home the constructors' crown, according to Bernie Ecclestone.
Oct 2, 10:00
Red Bull needs more wins for Verstappen's 2024 title - Marko
A new wind tunnel is expected to help Red Bull regain its competitive edge in Formula 1, according to the team's senior consultant, Dr. Helmut Marko.
Oct 2, 09:00
Wolff dismisses McLaren's criticism of Ricciardo fastest lap
Toto Wolff has disagreed with McLaren's view that Red Bull stretched the boundaries of sporting integrity in Singapore.
Sep 26, 09:30
McLaren to dominate more F1 races, says Schumacher
Red Bull's earlier dominance continues to be eroded, as the embattled team faces yet another key staff departure, with long-time strategy chief Will Courtenay set to join direct rivals McLaren in 2026.
Sep 25, 11:30
Red Bull must 'urgently' improve, says Helmut Marko
Red Bull's need to enhance their performance in the closing stages of 2024 is becoming critical, as team advisor Dr. Helmut Marko openly acknowledged on Sunday.
Sep 23, 13:15
McLaren's Brown saddened by Ricciardo's F1 exit
Despite Daniel Ricciardo's strategic fastest lap angering his former team McLaren on Sunday, Zak Brown expressed sympathy for the Australian driver.
Sep 23, 12:45
Mercedes duo 'fine' after battling Singapore exhaustion
Mercedes' driver lineup is "fine" despite crossing the finish line at the sweltering Singapore GP both dehydrated and utterly drained.
Sep 23, 12:15
Norris criticised despite dominating Singapore GP
Even though Lando Norris completely dominated the Singapore GP, a couple of former Formula 1 drivers still had some criticism for him.
Sep 23, 11:15
Singapore Grand Prix: Lando Norris wins to reduce Max Verstappen Championship lead
Lando Norris breezes to victory in Sunday's Singapore Grand Prix to further reduce Max Verstappen's lead in the title race.
Sep 22, 15:06
No extra sanction for Verstappen's post-quali protest
No further penalties will be applied to Max Verstappen following his protest against the FIA's crackdown on swearing, as per the drivers' union president.
Sep 22, 12:30
FIA defends McLaren over rear wing overreaction
The Formula 1 community has overreacted to the uproar surrounding McLaren's 'mini DRS' rear wing controversy, according to a leading FIA official.
Sep 22, 11:20
Red Bull still struggling in Singapore, but Marko sees hope
Dr Helmut Marko has stated that he is "very confident" Red Bull can overcome their current difficulties and regain momentum in their Formula 1 season.
Sep 21, 17:00
McLaren's 'mini DRS' under FIA scrutiny in Singapore
A major talking point in the Singapore paddock is McLaren's innovative 'mini DRS' rear wing, which has caught the attention of the sport's governing body, the FIA.
Sep 20, 14:00
Preview: Singapore Grand Prix - track guide, prediction, race preview
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Singapore Grand Prix at Zandvoort, including predictions, a track guide and qualifying results.
Sep 20, 11:00
Singapore set to be Ricciardo's last F1 race, says Schumacher
Red Bull is working tirelessly and exploring every possible avenue to recover from the team's current drop in performance.
Sep 19, 09:30
Constructors' title hopes dwindling, says 'honest' Marko
Helmut Marko, the top advisor for the Red Bull F1 team, has conceded that the team's chances of winning the constructors' championship are slipping.
Sep 17, 09:00
Expert says McLaren no longer needs 'payapa rules'
Lando Norris is under increasing pressure as he continues his quest for the 2024 drivers' world championship.
Sep 17, 08:30
Oscar Piastri wins Azerbaijan Grand Prix after late Sergio Perez, Carlos Sainz Jr crash
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri holds off the challenge of Charles Leclerc to win Sunday's Azerbaijan Grand Prix, while Lando Norris closes the gap on Championship leader Max Verstappen.
Sep 15, 14:09
Flexi wing could explain Red Bull's Baku boost
A more flexible front wing could be playing a significant role in Red Bull's uptick in performance this weekend on the streets of Baku.
Sep 15, 11:25
Upgrades ease Red Bull 'panic mode' at Baku GP
Red Bull appears to have left "panic mode" behind in Baku, as new car upgrades are starting to alleviate the handling problems that were threatening Max Verstappen's world championship challenge.
Sep 14, 15:45
Preview: Azerbaijan Grand Prix - track guide, prediction, race preview
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Azerbaijan Grand Prix at Baku, including predictions, a track guide and qualifying results.
Sep 13, 12:29
Marko laughs at McLaren's decision on Piastri and Norris
Senior figures at Red Bull have admitted they are closely following the developments regarding their 2024 championship rival, McLaren.
Sep 13, 10:15
Norris' nerves could derail his F1 title hopes in '24
A former Red Bull driver is predicting a major shift in the Formula 1 hierarchy this weekend at the Baku Grand Prix.
Sep 12, 20:20
Norris must assert himself for 2024 title run - Montoya
Juan Pablo Montoya believes Lando Norris needs to adopt a more aggressive approach if he hopes to secure clear 'number 1' status in the battle for the 2024 championship.
Sep 11, 17:35
McLaren boss says Piastri supporting Norris is 'investment' in future
Oscar Piastri admits that McLaren's challenge is to "balance" the team's interests with the natural "selfishness" of its drivers.
Sep 9, 09:30
