Mark Hughes

‘If only Perez and Verstappen can win F1 title, let’s hope it’s a proper fight’

2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix analysis: Midfield battles provided most of the entertainment as Sergio Perez led Max Verstappen to a Red Bull 1-2. On current form there’s no other way they’ll be beaten, writes Mark Hughes

20th March 2023

MPH: Dominant Red Bull could be curbed by F1 rule change – should it?

New F1 regulations were designed to bring cars closer together, but Red Bull appears to be pulling further clear of the field. Don’t be surprised if the rules are changed to rein it in, writes Mark Hughes

17th March 2023

Hamilton needs right F1 car to unlock his talent. Will Mercedes listen? – MPH

Mercedes has the most successful driver in F1 history but Lewis Hamilton says it’s not listening to his requests on car development. Can the team deliver a machine that allows him to fully exploit his ability?

10th March 2023

Why Red Bull may not be as dominant as Bahrain GP suggests: analysis

The 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix was a display of domination by Max Verstappen, but F1 rivals could well find themselves closer to Red Bull away from the Sakhir circuit, writes Mark Hughes

6th March 2023

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The FIA released a report on the events behind the safety car in Japan, when a rescue vehicle on track with cars still passing amid heavy spray caused serious concern,…

January 2023 Issue

In reality no money changed hands. Details Matter

IN THE SPIRIT OF BOD AND JENKS Editorial +44 (0) 20 7349 8484 [email protected] 18-20 Rosemont Road, London NW3 6NE, UK Editor Joe Dunn Editor-at-Large Gordon Cruickshank Grand Prix Editor Mark…

January 2023 Issue

By Motor Sport

George Russell targets 2023 title after debut F1 win

George Russell targets 2023 title after debut F1 win

Can George Russell challenge for the world championship next season if Mercedes provides him with a fully competitive car? Given the form he has shown in 2022 with the difficult…

January 2023 Issue

By Adam Cooper

Sunbeam land speed record car inspires Zero West watch

Sunbeam land speed record car inspires Zero West watch

If you like watches inspired by cars, motorcycles, planes and boats, the small, independent UK maker Zero West needs to be on your radar. Founded in 2018 by designer Andrew…

March 2023 Issue

By Motor Sport

Hypercar revolution: 2023’s new dawn for sports car racing

Hypercar revolution: 2023’s new dawn for sports car racing

This is it. Finally, and after so long, premier-level sports car racing is united. The same cars that race at the Daytona 24 Hours and Sebring 12 Hours in America’s…

February 2023 Issue

By Gary Watkins

The rise of Walter Brun, privateer Group C champion

The rise of Walter Brun, privateer Group C champion

Joest, Kremer, Richard Lloyd, John Fitzpatrick… where would Group C have been without the great Porsche customer teams who were let off the leash to race, and sometimes beat, the…

March 2023 Issue

By Motor Sport

Shake rattle and roll: Extreme E’s second season

Shake rattle and roll: Extreme E’s second season

Now it’s 1-1 to Nico Rosberg and Lewis Hamilton. Rosberg X Racing dominated Extreme E’s inaugural season last year, while Hamilton’s X44 team came through at the final round to…

February 2023 Issue

By Adam Hay-Nicholls

Maserati MC12 Corse fetches £3.2m: auction results