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While Mercedes and McLaren may adopt similar design concepts to Red Bull in 2024, Ferrari will be pursuing a new aerodynamic philosophy. As Mark Hughes writes, such differences could create a ‘chasm’ between this year’s front-runners
A series of stunning drives in junior categories saw Kevin Magnussen take Sergio Perez’s McLaren F1 seat. The stage was set for the young hotshot, writes Matt Bishop, but a decade on he’s yet to drive a car that matches his talent
Two-time CART champion Gil de Ferran played a crucial role in McLaren’s recent F1 rise
F1’s 2023 world championship has seen records smashed across the board, and thrilling action was served up with it – you have picked the greatest moments of the year
His rivals rated him among the best of his generation; he could have won multiple grands prix and at least one title. But, writes Matt Bishop, Chris Amon ended his F1 world championship career with just 11 podiums
Sometimes you miss being on the road and being part of the old gang. That certainly appears to be the case as far as Mario Andretti is concerned. In a…
Considering that some still regard it as a bit of a mongrel, Italy’s Iso Grifo has a pretty impressive pedigree. Its sleek, grand-tourer bodywork was penned by Giorgetto Giugiaro (whose…
Listening to Adrian Newey talk about the latest world championship-winning car with which he’s been associated (his 16th, encompassing three different teams), he points out that the foundation for any…
Mario Andretti hit highs few others could contemplate in racing – but, as he remembers in a new Motor Sport podcast, his greatest moment was tempered by tragedy
While Mercedes and McLaren may adopt similar design concepts to Red Bull in 2024, Ferrari will be pursuing a new aerodynamic philosophy. As Mark Hughes writes, such differences could create a ‘chasm’ between this year’s front-runners
A series of stunning drives in junior categories saw Kevin Magnussen take Sergio Perez’s McLaren F1 seat. The stage was set for the young hotshot, writes Matt Bishop, but a decade on he’s yet to drive a car that matches his talent
Two-time CART champion Gil de Ferran played a crucial role in McLaren’s recent F1 rise
F1’s 2023 world championship has seen records smashed across the board, and thrilling action was served up with it – you have picked the greatest moments of the year
His rivals rated him among the best of his generation; he could have won multiple grands prix and at least one title. But, writes Matt Bishop, Chris Amon ended his F1 world championship career with just 11 podiums
Sometimes you miss being on the road and being part of the old gang. That certainly appears to be the case as far as Mario Andretti is concerned. In a…
Considering that some still regard it as a bit of a mongrel, Italy’s Iso Grifo has a pretty impressive pedigree. Its sleek, grand-tourer bodywork was penned by Giorgetto Giugiaro (whose…
Listening to Adrian Newey talk about the latest world championship-winning car with which he’s been associated (his 16th, encompassing three different teams), he points out that the foundation for any…
Adrian Newey a team boss? That really was not on anyone’s bingo card. Ever. But it came to pass on the eve of the Qatar Grand Prix as Aston Martin…
As the ground-effect era draws to a close, Mark Hughes uses qualifying data and technical insight to explain why the Formula 1 field has converged – and why the reasons go far beyond the rules alone
Mark Hughes weighs up an exceptional 2025 rookie class, dissecting four contrasting debut seasons to reveal who truly stood out the most
IDEC Sport Silverstone 4 Hours 14/9/25 A home win for Jamie Chadwick capped a happy return for contemporary Le Mans Prototype racing to the UK, as the European Le Mans…
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
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
F1 final standings Who finished where in the final points… No. Driver Team Points 1 Lando Norris McLaren 423 2 Max Verstappen Red Bull 421 3 Oscar Piastri McLaren 410…
10. Pierre Gasly He never gave anything less than his all in an outclassed, underpowered car. But Pierre Gasly’s fast corner prowess combined with the Alpine ’s good high-speed downforce…
Mark Hughes – This year was Mark’s last full season of day-to-day Formula 1 race reporting after 30 years of following the F1 circus The surface colours of the season constantly…
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