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Best F1 overtake of the year: 2023 Season Review Awards
There’s plenty of talent, nerves and bravery on display in our shortlist of the best F1 overtakes of 2023. But which was the best?
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Max Verstappen’s F1 records — the ones he beat and broke in 2023
Max Verstappen has claimed his third successive F1 drivers’ world title and broken the record for the most points in a season. But more records remain in sight over the last four races of the year
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MPH: Hamilton and Verstappen as team-mates? It’s all just a game
The mere idea of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen as team-mates causes tremors in the F1 paddock, says Mark Hughes: it would be fraught in the extreme if it ever happened
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Will F1’s next superstar emerge? What to watch for at 2023 Abu Dhabi GP
There’s one last chance for teams and drivers to secure their positions in the 2023 F1 championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, but the stage is also set for a new generation of drivers to make their mark
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F1’s pirate outlaws and ‘disbelieving bastards’ — Las Vegas GP in the 1980s
Unlike last weekend’s race, the 1980s Las Vegas Grands Prix had little going for them, writes Mark Hughes. The Caesars Palace round was cynical, and was also the last time GP racing saw the natural talent of Tommy Byrne
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Nothing at stake? Why F1 teams are battling for more than prize money in Abu Dhabi
The titles have long-been wrapped up, but most F1 teams still have something to fight for at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The prize money is one thing, says Chris Medland, but the heat of battle alone will help constructors shoot for victories in 2024
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Which F2 driver deserves an F1 seat? The talent just waiting for a chance
The F2 grid arrives in Abu Dhabi this weekend, with the 2023 championship yet to be decided. Here are the drivers who have impressed most this season, and what their possible plans for the future may be
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How to watch 2023 Abu Dhabi GP: start time, F1 live stream and TV schedule
Watch F1 via live stream or on TV: dates and start time for the 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, including qualifying, the 58-lap grand prix, and F2 support races
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Happy Jacques: Laffite and the lost 1979 F1 championship
Two wins from the first two races of the 1979 F1 season set Jacques Laffite on course to win the championship in the brilliant Ligier JS11. Matt Bishop tells the story of how a deserved title slipped through his and the team’s fingers
Awards
Best F1 overtake of the year: 2023 Season Review Awards
There’s plenty of talent, nerves and bravery on display in our shortlist of the best F1 overtakes of 2023. But which was the best?
F1
Max Verstappen’s F1 records — the ones he beat and broke in 2023
Max Verstappen has claimed his third successive F1 drivers’ world title and broken the record for the most points in a season. But more records remain in sight over the last four races of the year
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MPH: Hamilton and Verstappen as team-mates? It’s all just a game
The mere idea of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen as team-mates causes tremors in the F1 paddock, says Mark Hughes: it would be fraught in the extreme if it ever happened
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Will F1’s next superstar emerge? What to watch for at 2023 Abu Dhabi GP
There’s one last chance for teams and drivers to secure their positions in the 2023 F1 championship at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, but the stage is also set for a new generation of drivers to make their mark
F1
F1’s pirate outlaws and ‘disbelieving bastards’ — Las Vegas GP in the 1980s
Unlike last weekend’s race, the 1980s Las Vegas Grands Prix had little going for them, writes Mark Hughes. The Caesars Palace round was cynical, and was also the last time GP racing saw the natural talent of Tommy Byrne
F1
Nothing at stake? Why F1 teams are battling for more than prize money in Abu Dhabi
The titles have long-been wrapped up, but most F1 teams still have something to fight for at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The prize money is one thing, says Chris Medland, but the heat of battle alone will help constructors shoot for victories in 2024
F1
Which F2 driver deserves an F1 seat? The talent just waiting for a chance
The F2 grid arrives in Abu Dhabi this weekend, with the 2023 championship yet to be decided. Here are the drivers who have impressed most this season, and what their possible plans for the future may be
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How to watch 2023 Abu Dhabi GP: start time, F1 live stream and TV schedule
Watch F1 via live stream or on TV: dates and start time for the 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, including qualifying, the 58-lap grand prix, and F2 support races
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Happy Jacques: Laffite and the lost 1979 F1 championship
Two wins from the first two races of the 1979 F1 season set Jacques Laffite on course to win the championship in the brilliant Ligier JS11. Matt Bishop tells the story of how a deserved title slipped through his and the team’s fingers
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Mark Hughes: When first’s the worst. Why F1 drivers lose to slower team-mates
When you’re falling behind, there’s less risk in trying something different. Which is why F1 drivers can ace grands prix and still get beaten by a slower team-mate — as Oscar Piastri and Lewis Hamilton know too well
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Porsche’s ready-made route into F1: will it join the grid at last?
The valuation of a Formula 1 team may seem an esoteric consideration for F1 followers. But it can have a huge impact upon events and the landscape upon which the…
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Why did Ferrari fade in high-pressure Hungarian GP?
Charles Leclerc took a surprise pole for the 2025 Hungarian GP, but his chances of a race win went awry in the second half of the race
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McLaren drivers swapped tips ahead of Chinese GP. Norris also quietly planned attack
Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris worked together ahead of the 2025 Chinese GP, finding the pace that delivered a 1-2 finish, while Norris also prepared to attack his team-mate during the race. Brake issues denied him, says Mark Hughes but the F1 title duel is coming
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One race to prove himself at Alpine? Heat is on Jack Doohan as Ocon signs off
Esteban Ocon’s Alpine stint ended at the 2024 Qatar GP, giving Jack Doohan a make-or-break F1 chance in Abu Dhabi. Elsewhere FIA boss Mohammed Ben Sulayem dismissed driver concerns and mechanics just wanted a kip: Chris Medland‘s paddock diary
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Axe hangs over Perez as Marko jets in to discuss Red Bull replacement
Sergio Perez’s future looks bleak after another underwhelming performance, while George Russell can be upbeat despite his disqualification: 2024 Belgian GP diary
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F1 2025 team-mate battles – Who’s leading each team at the summer break?
As Formula 1’s summer break starts, who’s winning the most revealing battle – the one against their own team-mate?
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Matt Bishop: How many F1 titles would Didier Pironi have won?
Didier Pironi’s devil-may-care attitude brought tragedy and disaster to his short career. What could he have achieved in an alternate version of his story? asks Matt Bishop
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Will Apple shake up F1 coverage? What you missed at the Hungarian GP
Is Apple looking global as it bids for F1 broadcasting rights? Plus: Lots of love for Laurent Mekies, and James Vowles’ juggling act
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