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‘Sensible’ George Russell : an F1 leader emerges
George Russell has begun the 2023 F1 season in flying form. But more than that, writes Tony Dodgins, his authority within the series is growing
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F1’s rookie trio: a shining talent, one with rough edges, and another off the pace
A break in the F1 schedule will give F1’s three rookies a chance to catch their breath and reflect on how they have performed so far. Chris Medland offers three varying assessments
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McLaren MP4/8 – the underrated 1993 F1 car Senna still ‘loved’
McLaren chassis designer Matthew Jeffreys remembers the MP4/8, the car in which Ayrton Senna valiantly took five wins against adversity in 1993 – including his last F1 victory
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‘Pure genius’ – Senna, Donington and the best opening lap in F1 history
Thirty years on from a rain-soaked Donington Park, F1 still hasn’t seen anything like Ayrton Senna’s opening lap of the 1993 European GP. Matt Bishop remembers the magic
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How to fill the F1 gap in April: best of the motor racing calendar
From BTCC and BSB in Britain, to hotly-anticipated IndyCar, MotoGP and WEC races internationally, here’s our guide on what to watch while F1 takes a pause in April
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Red Bull’s big F1 advantage was likely downfall of ‘paranoid’ Perez — MPH
After issues in practice and a qualifying crash in Australia, Sergio Perez looked to have a sense of paranoid. But, as Mark Hughes explains, he was probably caught out by the trait that gives this year’s Red Bull its edge
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How to fix F1
F1 wants to deliver the greatest spectacle in racing but too often, grands prix are tarnished by rule disputes, interruptions and a dominant team. Have no fear, Motor Sport knows how to fix it…
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Eddie Jordan remembers his F1 team’s last win: ‘It was total carnage’
F1 has rarely seen more chaos than in the rain-soaked 2003 Brazilian GP, where less than half the field finished and Giancarlo Fisichella’s win was confirmed after a legal battle. The result may have looked lucky, but Eddie Jordan reveals the clever strategy behind it
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Ricciardo could be set for rude awakening from F1 return dream
Daniel Ricciardo says he’s getting back in the mood to race in F1 – but are there any competitive seats available?
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‘Sensible’ George Russell : an F1 leader emerges
George Russell has begun the 2023 F1 season in flying form. But more than that, writes Tony Dodgins, his authority within the series is growing
F1
F1’s rookie trio: a shining talent, one with rough edges, and another off the pace
A break in the F1 schedule will give F1’s three rookies a chance to catch their breath and reflect on how they have performed so far. Chris Medland offers three varying assessments
Great Read
F1
McLaren MP4/8 – the underrated 1993 F1 car Senna still ‘loved’
McLaren chassis designer Matthew Jeffreys remembers the MP4/8, the car in which Ayrton Senna valiantly took five wins against adversity in 1993 – including his last F1 victory
Great Read
F1
‘Pure genius’ – Senna, Donington and the best opening lap in F1 history
Thirty years on from a rain-soaked Donington Park, F1 still hasn’t seen anything like Ayrton Senna’s opening lap of the 1993 European GP. Matt Bishop remembers the magic
F1
How to fill the F1 gap in April: best of the motor racing calendar
From BTCC and BSB in Britain, to hotly-anticipated IndyCar, MotoGP and WEC races internationally, here’s our guide on what to watch while F1 takes a pause in April
F1
Red Bull’s big F1 advantage was likely downfall of ‘paranoid’ Perez — MPH
After issues in practice and a qualifying crash in Australia, Sergio Perez looked to have a sense of paranoid. But, as Mark Hughes explains, he was probably caught out by the trait that gives this year’s Red Bull its edge
F1
How to fix F1
F1 wants to deliver the greatest spectacle in racing but too often, grands prix are tarnished by rule disputes, interruptions and a dominant team. Have no fear, Motor Sport knows how to fix it…
F1
Eddie Jordan remembers his F1 team’s last win: ‘It was total carnage’
F1 has rarely seen more chaos than in the rain-soaked 2003 Brazilian GP, where less than half the field finished and Giancarlo Fisichella’s win was confirmed after a legal battle. The result may have looked lucky, but Eddie Jordan reveals the clever strategy behind it
F1
Ricciardo could be set for rude awakening from F1 return dream
Daniel Ricciardo says he’s getting back in the mood to race in F1 – but are there any competitive seats available?
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MPH: Verstappen’s self-destructive rage has put him on brink of F1 race ban
Max Verstappen is just one offence away from an F1 race ban and a pattern has emerged in the way he’s racked up penalty points, says Mark Hughes
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MPH: Why science alone can’t unlock secrets of ground effect F1 cars
As F1 enters the final year of its ground effect era, teams are discovering that success now depends as much on intuition and adaptability as on traditional engineering precision, as Mark Hughes explains
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How Norris ended Leclerc’s best 2025 F1 win shot amid Monaco GP ‘fun and games’
Lando Norris realised his dream of winning the Monaco Grand Prix in 2025, as the new mandatory two-stop rule brought creative strategies in the midfield, writes Mark Hughes
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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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The candidates to replace Lance Stroll if he can’t race in Canadian GP
With Lance Stroll’s participation in the Canadian Grand Prix uncertain, Aston Martin faces several options for a potential stand-in driver
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Who is Felipe Drugovich? Aston Martin F1 reserve driver is in line to replace Lance Stroll
Felipe Drugovich could be making his F1 race debut should Lance Stroll not recover in time for the Canadian GP. Get to know everything about the Brazilian’s career here
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The frenetic F1 race with three starts and drivers sprinting to make the grid
25 years ago, Formula 1 prepared for the opening laps of the 2000 Monaco Grand Prix. However, what followed was not one, not two, but three attempts at the start
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