Motor Sport Podcast
Podcast: Anthony Davidson, My big break
For most racing drivers, the chance to step up to Formula 1 is the opportunity of their careers, but Anthony Davidson says that his first grand prix start is something…
F1
Clive Rose/Getty Images
Latest F1 news and analysis
F1
Top drivers call for urgent removal of sausage kerbs: ‘We’ve seen too many crashes’
Have sausage kerbs reached the end of the road? Increasing numbers of drivers are calling for the immediate removal of the trackside ridges, responsible for several heavy crashes where cars…
F1
McLaren can’t carry Ricciardo in 2023: if he doesn’t find his form, he’s out – MPH
If Daniel Ricciardo’s lack of form continues, it’s sure to bring him and McLaren to the negotiating table – can he turn it round with the pressure mounting?
Opinion
F1
‘If you don’t like where F1 is headed, it’ll leave you behind’
This column has very little to do with on-track behaviours or racing action, but matters of far more importance. At the end of the day, Formula 1 is a sport.…
F1
Ricciardo states his commitment: who will drive for McLaren in 2023?
Daniel Ricciardo has reiterated his desire to be at McLaren next year, but there are plenty of other contenders for his F1 seat
F1
Revealed: Charles Leclerc’s severe throttle issue, plus his sensational pace — Austrian GP data analysis
On Saturday afternoon, in front of a home crowd, Max Verstappen looked cool and in control as he won the Austrian Grand Prix sprint race. But if you looked in…
F1
The audition for America’s next F1 driver: Colton Herta’s McLaren test
Colton Herta has now had his first taste of F1 machinery after testing for McLaren – it could be his first step towards becoming a GP driver
Indycar Racing News
Who signed Alex Palou? McLaren and Chip Ganassi both claim 2023 deal with IndyCar champ
Reigning IndyCar champion Alex Palou says that he’s moving to McLaren in 2023 and will test an F1 car, but Chip Ganassi Racing claims that it has a contract with him for next year
F1
‘Too many F1 rules bring overtaking confusion — but who has the solution?’
Ferrari’s upgrades finally prove their worth but there’s disillusionment in the crowd and the driver briefing room: Tony Dodgins explores why there’s no simple solution to F1’s issues
Motor Sport Podcast
Podcast: Anthony Davidson, My big break
For most racing drivers, the chance to step up to Formula 1 is the opportunity of their careers, but Anthony Davidson says that his first grand prix start is something…
F1
Top drivers call for urgent removal of sausage kerbs: ‘We’ve seen too many crashes’
Have sausage kerbs reached the end of the road? Increasing numbers of drivers are calling for the immediate removal of the trackside ridges, responsible for several heavy crashes where cars…
F1
McLaren can’t carry Ricciardo in 2023: if he doesn’t find his form, he’s out – MPH
If Daniel Ricciardo’s lack of form continues, it’s sure to bring him and McLaren to the negotiating table – can he turn it round with the pressure mounting?
Opinion
F1
‘If you don’t like where F1 is headed, it’ll leave you behind’
This column has very little to do with on-track behaviours or racing action, but matters of far more importance. At the end of the day, Formula 1 is a sport.…
F1
Ricciardo states his commitment: who will drive for McLaren in 2023?
Daniel Ricciardo has reiterated his desire to be at McLaren next year, but there are plenty of other contenders for his F1 seat
F1
Revealed: Charles Leclerc’s severe throttle issue, plus his sensational pace — Austrian GP data analysis
On Saturday afternoon, in front of a home crowd, Max Verstappen looked cool and in control as he won the Austrian Grand Prix sprint race. But if you looked in…
F1
The audition for America’s next F1 driver: Colton Herta’s McLaren test
Colton Herta has now had his first taste of F1 machinery after testing for McLaren – it could be his first step towards becoming a GP driver
Indycar Racing News
Who signed Alex Palou? McLaren and Chip Ganassi both claim 2023 deal with IndyCar champ
Reigning IndyCar champion Alex Palou says that he’s moving to McLaren in 2023 and will test an F1 car, but Chip Ganassi Racing claims that it has a contract with him for next year
F1
‘Too many F1 rules bring overtaking confusion — but who has the solution?’
Ferrari’s upgrades finally prove their worth but there’s disillusionment in the crowd and the driver briefing room: Tony Dodgins explores why there’s no simple solution to F1’s issues
Standings – 2025 F1 World Championship
Mark Hughes
View all
F1
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
F1 Show
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
F1
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
Race Reports & Analysis
View all
Subscriber
Archive
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…
F1
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
F1
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
F1
View all
F1
Bahrain F1 test stats: Total laps and combined fastest times
The first pre-season test of the 2026 Formula 1 season is complete – here is every lap turned at Bahrain, broken down by driver, team and engine supplier
F1
Bahrain F1 test: Antonelli leads Mercedes 1-2 on final day
Antonelli and Russell finish on top as the first Bahrain test ends
F1
Bahrain F1 test: Russell sets fastest time of the week on final morning
Mercedes made up for Thursday’s problems with a lot of laps in the final morning
The Motor Sport archive
Every word and picture published by us since 1924
×