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The ‘gift’ that Piastri shares with Alonso and Schumacher
As race weekends go, Oscar Piastri had a pretty special five days in Suzuka. First, his arrival in Japan was greeted with the announcement that he had signed a new…
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F1’s forgotten classic: Gilles Villeneuve’s genius in mangled Ferrari
Gilles Villeneuve wrestled the Ferrari 126C to two grand prix wins in 1981, but his podium finish at that year’s Canadian Grand Prix in torrential conditions, with a damaged car, should be celebrated too, says Matt Bishop
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Perez’s Japan GP was so bad he retired twice – Up/down in Suzuka
You half-expected to see Bill Murray waving the chequered flag at the 2023 Japanese GP, before you realised Perez’s race was even worse than last time
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Leclerc got ‘lost’ amid Suzuka chaos: 2023 Japanese GP diary
Suzuka is always a highlight of the season and the amazing fans had extra reason to celebrate thanks to news relating to Yuki Tsunoda and the return of a hugely…
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Red Bull back to its best in Japan — but it still needs a Verstappen
After a blip in Singapore, Max Verstappen returned stronger than ever at the 2023 Japanese Grand Prix, quashing suggestions that technical directives had drained Red Bull’s pace
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50 years of the F1 safety car: the history… the controversy… the Fiat Tempra
50 years since a bright yellow Porsche took centre stage at the 1973 Canadian Grand Prix, we look back at the history F1 safety cars and the role that they have played in races
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MPH – Deflated Hamilton in search of Sainz’s zing
Currently the fastest Ferrari driver, with a pair of poles and a victory in the last two GPs, Carlos Sainz is riding a wave of confidence, says Mark Hughes. In contrast, Lewis Hamilton is still trying to get to grips with this year’s Mercedes
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One of F1’s great circuits where top drivers can let rip: best of Suzuka
The best circuit in the world? It’s a contender. Certainly in terms of the tracks on the modern Formula 1 calendar, Suzuka is almost universally the one the drivers love…
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F1 drivers’ favourite circuit: why they love racing at Suzuka
Suzuka is an F1 driver’s dream, with high-speed twists, technical corners and an exhilarating 200mph sweep. Here’s why the Japanese Grand Prix is so popular — in the drivers’ own words
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The ‘gift’ that Piastri shares with Alonso and Schumacher
As race weekends go, Oscar Piastri had a pretty special five days in Suzuka. First, his arrival in Japan was greeted with the announcement that he had signed a new…
F1
F1’s forgotten classic: Gilles Villeneuve’s genius in mangled Ferrari
Gilles Villeneuve wrestled the Ferrari 126C to two grand prix wins in 1981, but his podium finish at that year’s Canadian Grand Prix in torrential conditions, with a damaged car, should be celebrated too, says Matt Bishop
Opinion
F1
Perez’s Japan GP was so bad he retired twice – Up/down in Suzuka
You half-expected to see Bill Murray waving the chequered flag at the 2023 Japanese GP, before you realised Perez’s race was even worse than last time
F1
Leclerc got ‘lost’ amid Suzuka chaos: 2023 Japanese GP diary
Suzuka is always a highlight of the season and the amazing fans had extra reason to celebrate thanks to news relating to Yuki Tsunoda and the return of a hugely…
F1
Red Bull back to its best in Japan — but it still needs a Verstappen
After a blip in Singapore, Max Verstappen returned stronger than ever at the 2023 Japanese Grand Prix, quashing suggestions that technical directives had drained Red Bull’s pace
F1
50 years of the F1 safety car: the history… the controversy… the Fiat Tempra
50 years since a bright yellow Porsche took centre stage at the 1973 Canadian Grand Prix, we look back at the history F1 safety cars and the role that they have played in races
F1
MPH – Deflated Hamilton in search of Sainz’s zing
Currently the fastest Ferrari driver, with a pair of poles and a victory in the last two GPs, Carlos Sainz is riding a wave of confidence, says Mark Hughes. In contrast, Lewis Hamilton is still trying to get to grips with this year’s Mercedes
F1
One of F1’s great circuits where top drivers can let rip: best of Suzuka
The best circuit in the world? It’s a contender. Certainly in terms of the tracks on the modern Formula 1 calendar, Suzuka is almost universally the one the drivers love…
F1
F1 drivers’ favourite circuit: why they love racing at Suzuka
Suzuka is an F1 driver’s dream, with high-speed twists, technical corners and an exhilarating 200mph sweep. Here’s why the Japanese Grand Prix is so popular — in the drivers’ own words
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MPH: ‘Does Mercedes’ power unit break F1 rules? It’s not as simple as that…’
Mercedes’ F1 rivals are united in protesting its new power unit, as the series aims to stamp out “smart rule interpretation”. But it won’t be easy to resolve, explains Mark Hughes
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Podcast: ‘Having the best AI in F1 may be more important than the best engine’
Motor Sport F1 Show with Mark Hughes
Why AI is set to become a major factor in F1. Plus: Adrian Newey’s extraordinary Aston Martin; Christian Horner’s potential comeback; and what the drivers really make of their new cars
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MPH: ‘Speed chess’ and the new DNA of F1 racing
F1’s new ’50/50′ power units bring the fiendish problem of how to deploy and harvest electrical energy. It’s the ideal scenario for AI, writes Mark Hughes. F1 is on the brink of a significant evolution
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Jamie Chadwick shines at the Silverstone 4 Hours
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…
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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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Bahrain F1 test: Norris quickest as Verstappen completes over 130 laps
The world champion replaced team-mate Piastri and topped the times for McLaren
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Bahrain F1 test: Verstappen tops busy first morning
Four-time world champion goes quickest as Bahrain’s 2026 F1 test starts
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What to watch out for in the first Bahrain F1 test
Three days in Bahrain will provide crucial answers before F1’s new era begins
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