Eight times the F1 halo proved its worth – and saved drivers’ lives
Be it F1, F2, F3 or W Series, the Halo has been called into action more than a few times – and passed with flying colours
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Carlos Sainz kept his cool whilst others didn’t at a soaked Silverstone to take a sensational pole for the 2022 British GP
Max Verstappen showed dominant pace in FP3 for the British GP, a clear margin between the Dutchman and the rest of the field
The new FIA directive on porpoising won’t come into force for two races – but a fascinating detail could change the order when it does
Lewis Hamilton has commented on “archaic narratives” which he believes have long directed criticism at him, and his own efforts to encourage change
Whether you’re watching on Sky or Channel 4 this weekend, the British Grand Prix is live, so you can watch every minute of the action along with the sellout crowd.…
The British Racing Drivers’ Club has suspended Nelson Piquet’s honorary membership “with immediate effect” following his comments about Lewis Hamilton. The Brazilian used a term in an interview to describe…
Charles Leclerc needs to get his F1 title bid back on track and Max Verstappen wants to avenge last year’s collision. But could both drivers face a resurgent Mercedes at this year’s British Grand Prix?
Alpine has launched a project to find and train the next female Formula 1 driver, dedicating “significant resources” to the goal. Announced today, the Rac(H)er programme will identify promising young…
Be it F1, F2, F3 or W Series, the Halo has been called into action more than a few times – and passed with flying colours
Carlos Sainz kept his cool whilst others didn’t at a soaked Silverstone to take a sensational pole for the 2022 British GP
Max Verstappen showed dominant pace in FP3 for the British GP, a clear margin between the Dutchman and the rest of the field
The new FIA directive on porpoising won’t come into force for two races – but a fascinating detail could change the order when it does
Lewis Hamilton has commented on “archaic narratives” which he believes have long directed criticism at him, and his own efforts to encourage change
Whether you’re watching on Sky or Channel 4 this weekend, the British Grand Prix is live, so you can watch every minute of the action along with the sellout crowd.…
The British Racing Drivers’ Club has suspended Nelson Piquet’s honorary membership “with immediate effect” following his comments about Lewis Hamilton. The Brazilian used a term in an interview to describe…
Charles Leclerc needs to get his F1 title bid back on track and Max Verstappen wants to avenge last year’s collision. But could both drivers face a resurgent Mercedes at this year’s British Grand Prix?
Alpine has launched a project to find and train the next female Formula 1 driver, dedicating “significant resources” to the goal. Announced today, the Rac(H)er programme will identify promising young…
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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