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Red Bull to pay the price of cost cap break
During the US Grand Prix weekend Red Bull’s breach of the 2021 cost cap was confirmed as was a $7m (£6m) fine and a reduction in its aero simulation of…
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F1 Trackside View: January 2023
Race report Max on record pace in USA and Mexico, before Russell strikes at Interlagos Word on the beat FIA releases its not-so-safety car report, while Alpine rages at both…
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George Russell finally gets debut F1 win
The opening of this three-race sequence featured Red Bull reeling from the loss of its inspirational founder Dietrich Mateschitz and having its cost cap breach penalty formalised. But on track…
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Why Haas was wrong to drop Mick Schumacher
Mick Schumacher is now without at 2022 F1 race seat, but James Elson argues his results show the team were wrong to drop him so soon
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Ten reasons why Max Verstappen dominated in 2022
1. DNF in Melbourne capped a frustrating start If there was any talk of one team walking away with the Formula 1 World Championship when the paddock made the long…
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George Russell targets 2023 title after debut F1 win
Can George Russell challenge for the world championship next season if Mercedes provides him with a fully competitive car? Given the form he has shown in 2022 with the difficult…
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Mauro Forghieri: 1935-2022
Ferrari has paid tribute to its legendary designer Mauro Forghieri, who died in early November at the age of 87. Over his 27 years with Scuderia Ferrari, Forghieri oversaw four…
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In reality no money changed hands. Details Matter
IN THE SPIRIT OF BOD AND JENKS Editorial +44 (0) 20 7349 8484 [email protected] 18-20 Rosemont Road, London NW3 6NE, UK Editor Joe Dunn Editor-at-Large Gordon Cruickshank Grand Prix Editor Mark…
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‘Zero compromise’ Verstappen isn’t understood by social media critics – MPH
Drivers often have one ruthless mode for competing and another for interacting out of the car, rubbing up against their social media image
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Red Bull to pay the price of cost cap break
During the US Grand Prix weekend Red Bull’s breach of the 2021 cost cap was confirmed as was a $7m (£6m) fine and a reduction in its aero simulation of…
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F1 Trackside View: January 2023
Race report Max on record pace in USA and Mexico, before Russell strikes at Interlagos Word on the beat FIA releases its not-so-safety car report, while Alpine rages at both…
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George Russell finally gets debut F1 win
The opening of this three-race sequence featured Red Bull reeling from the loss of its inspirational founder Dietrich Mateschitz and having its cost cap breach penalty formalised. But on track…
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Why Haas was wrong to drop Mick Schumacher
Mick Schumacher is now without at 2022 F1 race seat, but James Elson argues his results show the team were wrong to drop him so soon
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Ten reasons why Max Verstappen dominated in 2022
1. DNF in Melbourne capped a frustrating start If there was any talk of one team walking away with the Formula 1 World Championship when the paddock made the long…
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George Russell targets 2023 title after debut F1 win
Can George Russell challenge for the world championship next season if Mercedes provides him with a fully competitive car? Given the form he has shown in 2022 with the difficult…
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Mauro Forghieri: 1935-2022
Ferrari has paid tribute to its legendary designer Mauro Forghieri, who died in early November at the age of 87. Over his 27 years with Scuderia Ferrari, Forghieri oversaw four…
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In reality no money changed hands. Details Matter
IN THE SPIRIT OF BOD AND JENKS Editorial +44 (0) 20 7349 8484 [email protected] 18-20 Rosemont Road, London NW3 6NE, UK Editor Joe Dunn Editor-at-Large Gordon Cruickshank Grand Prix Editor Mark…
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‘Zero compromise’ Verstappen isn’t understood by social media critics – MPH
Drivers often have one ruthless mode for competing and another for interacting out of the car, rubbing up against their social media image
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Adrian Newey’s new role… we didn’t see this coming!
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…
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MPH: 2025 F1 grid was the closest in years, but why?
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
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MPH: Assessing F1’s rookie class of 2025 – the Mark Hughes verdict
Mark Hughes weighs up an exceptional 2025 rookie class, dissecting four contrasting debut seasons to reveal who truly stood out the most
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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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Portrait of a season: photos that capture an intense 2025 F1 championship
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…
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Mark Hughes: My top 10 F1 drivers of 2025
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…
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Gen Z vs generational talent: how title battle between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen split F1 tribes
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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