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The wild F1 weekends at Watkins Glen
Homely, unruly – and just about everything in between. Watkins Glen was a curious but captivating mix, best summed up by the charm of the provincial town from which the…
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Formula 1’s US agenda: Miami now, Las Vegas next?
If you ever find yourself getting off a ferry at Weehawken Port Imperial in New Jersey, you might notice a long, low parking garage directly opposite you. On the ground…
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Why IndyCar’s best are at F1 standard
“I think we’ve got great talent in America,” said Michael Andretti recently to the IndyStar newspaper, “and I think it’s just a joke the way Europeans look at themselves all…
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The IndyCar drivers who could make the switch to F1
IndyCar is experiencing something of a boom as of late thanks in no small part to the rise of the next generation of talent. Álex Palou was crowned champion last…
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Fangio at Monza: Parting Shot
September 1951 Monza, Italy Juan Manuel Fangio in his tan helmet climbs out of the Alfa Romeo 159 Alfetta, which carries his 1951 Italian Grand Prix race number ‘38’. Helmeted…
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Flashback: Piquet’s problematic shoe
At each race this season, Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and the rest will have ‘quiet rooms’ in which to gather their thoughts and get dressed, ready for action. Driving boots…
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Once upon a time in Formula 1 Land: Drive to Survive, Season 4
Twenty twenty-one has been vaunted by many as the greatest season in F1 history, so surely Series 4 of the hit documentary Formula 1: Drive to Survive couldn’t miss an…
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Peeling away Mercedes’ slimline sidepods
An updated Mercedes W13 with radically narrow sidepod inlets broke cover in Bahrain testing. It created a considerable stir. There is something very ‘stealth fighter’ in the way the Merc’s…
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Why the new F1 cars provide exciting racing, but need more work
The Saudi Arabian GP demonstrated how much the new F1 cars have improved the racing, but still show there’s much room for improvement
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The wild F1 weekends at Watkins Glen
Homely, unruly – and just about everything in between. Watkins Glen was a curious but captivating mix, best summed up by the charm of the provincial town from which the…
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Formula 1’s US agenda: Miami now, Las Vegas next?
If you ever find yourself getting off a ferry at Weehawken Port Imperial in New Jersey, you might notice a long, low parking garage directly opposite you. On the ground…
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Why IndyCar’s best are at F1 standard
“I think we’ve got great talent in America,” said Michael Andretti recently to the IndyStar newspaper, “and I think it’s just a joke the way Europeans look at themselves all…
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The IndyCar drivers who could make the switch to F1
IndyCar is experiencing something of a boom as of late thanks in no small part to the rise of the next generation of talent. Álex Palou was crowned champion last…
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Fangio at Monza: Parting Shot
September 1951 Monza, Italy Juan Manuel Fangio in his tan helmet climbs out of the Alfa Romeo 159 Alfetta, which carries his 1951 Italian Grand Prix race number ‘38’. Helmeted…
Archive
Flashback: Piquet’s problematic shoe
At each race this season, Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and the rest will have ‘quiet rooms’ in which to gather their thoughts and get dressed, ready for action. Driving boots…
Archive
Once upon a time in Formula 1 Land: Drive to Survive, Season 4
Twenty twenty-one has been vaunted by many as the greatest season in F1 history, so surely Series 4 of the hit documentary Formula 1: Drive to Survive couldn’t miss an…
Archive
Peeling away Mercedes’ slimline sidepods
An updated Mercedes W13 with radically narrow sidepod inlets broke cover in Bahrain testing. It created a considerable stir. There is something very ‘stealth fighter’ in the way the Merc’s…
F1
Why the new F1 cars provide exciting racing, but need more work
The Saudi Arabian GP demonstrated how much the new F1 cars have improved the racing, but still show there’s much room for improvement
Standings – 2025 F1 World Championship
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MPH: Last-placed Alpine could fight for wins in 2026. Two corners show why
Alpine sits at the bottom of the F1 championship table this year; its drivers struggling with the car. But one change due in 2026 could transform its fortunes, says Mark Hughes
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Mark Hughes: When first’s the worst. Why F1 drivers lose to slower team-mates
When you’re falling behind, there’s less risk in trying something different. Which is why F1 drivers can ace grands prix and still get beaten by a slower team-mate — as Oscar Piastri and Lewis Hamilton know too well
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Porsche’s ready-made route into F1: will it join the grid at last?
The valuation of a Formula 1 team may seem an esoteric consideration for F1 followers. But it can have a huge impact upon events and the landscape upon which the…
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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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F1 2025 team-mate battles – Who’s leading each pair at the summer break?
As Formula 1’s summer break starts, who’s winning the most revealing battle – the one against their own team-mate?
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Matt Bishop: How many F1 titles would Didier Pironi have won?
Didier Pironi’s devil-may-care attitude brought tragedy and disaster to his short career. What could he have achieved in an alternate version of his story? asks Matt Bishop
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Will Apple shake up F1 coverage? What you missed at the Hungarian GP
Is Apple looking global as it bids for F1 broadcasting rights? Plus: Lots of love for Laurent Mekies, and James Vowles’ juggling act
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