F1’s 2026 power unit rethink exposes growing divide between old and new fans
As this was written, a series of meetings between teams, Formula 1 management and the FIA was underway to decide on what changes could be made to the new-for-2026 power…
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April 18, 2026 Goodwood, West Sussex Ah, those halcyon, uncomplicated days of the late 2000s, when quaint old double diffusers were the Formula 1 controversy of the day… The audience…
The regulation tweaks agreed for Miami may make things worse for some manufacturers
F1’s regulation changes for the Miami Grand Prix may just be the start of rule-wrangling that could last for years
A Formula 1 world championship is meant to identify the best-of-the best. But being among the greatest drivers of your era is no guarantee of a title: here are some of the legendary characters never to be crowned a world champion
Istanbul Park’s return to the calendar is welcome news, and a reminder that other venues are still available
As F1 expands globally, the future of each grand prix depends on complex, evolving contracts between race promoters and commercial rights holders, with some circuits secured long-term and others facing uncertainty
The Grand Prix de Monaco Historique is back with 205 extraordinary cars: here’s our guide on what’s racing, when, and how to watch
Motor Sport F1 Show with Mark Hughes
Could too much criticism damage F1? Mark and special guest Matt Bishop explore the latest in the new rules saga, and consider why Ferrari GP winner Michele Alboreto doesn’t get the credit he deserves
As this was written, a series of meetings between teams, Formula 1 management and the FIA was underway to decide on what changes could be made to the new-for-2026 power…
April 18, 2026 Goodwood, West Sussex Ah, those halcyon, uncomplicated days of the late 2000s, when quaint old double diffusers were the Formula 1 controversy of the day… The audience…
The regulation tweaks agreed for Miami may make things worse for some manufacturers
F1’s regulation changes for the Miami Grand Prix may just be the start of rule-wrangling that could last for years
A Formula 1 world championship is meant to identify the best-of-the best. But being among the greatest drivers of your era is no guarantee of a title: here are some of the legendary characters never to be crowned a world champion
Istanbul Park’s return to the calendar is welcome news, and a reminder that other venues are still available
As F1 expands globally, the future of each grand prix depends on complex, evolving contracts between race promoters and commercial rights holders, with some circuits secured long-term and others facing uncertainty
The Grand Prix de Monaco Historique is back with 205 extraordinary cars: here’s our guide on what’s racing, when, and how to watch
Motor Sport F1 Show with Mark Hughes
Could too much criticism damage F1? Mark and special guest Matt Bishop explore the latest in the new rules saga, and consider why Ferrari GP winner Michele Alboreto doesn’t get the credit he deserves
Mark Hughes examines the factors that have contributed to Lewis Hamilton finding his old self after a 2025 Formula 1 season filled with self-doubt
Mark Hughes analyses the finely poised strategic battle that underpinned Lewis Hamilton’s landmark first Ferrari victory in Barcelona
Mark Hughes examines why Barcelona’s high-energy demands could be the perfect antidote to Russell’s Monaco misery, and why Leclerc’s brake woes are harder to solve than they appear
With apologies to David Byrne and Talking Heads: And you may find yourself Watching someone lift and coast And you may find yourself Watching cars slowly decelerate down the straights…
May 24, 2026 Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Speedway, Indiana It was a photo finish in the 110th running of the Indianapolis 500 after a one-lap shootout at the close. Mick Schumacher’s…
F1 flashback: Champions’ drives in Barcelona
Barcelona 2026 brought Lewis Hamilton his first Ferrari Formula 1 victory but offered a sobering result for Fernando Alonso and Max Verstappen, as Matt Bishop explains
From Antonelli’s shutdown in Barcelona to McLaren’s double DNS in China, Mercedes’ power unit-related failures are threatening to compromise its and its customer teams’ season
Pierre Gasly has his Monaco podium back, for now. But the measurement failure might need more answers before the issue is settled
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