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An F1 wishlist for 2022 – rooted (mostly) in reality
What do you wish for in 2022? Big question! Let’s keep it simple and stick to what we know… Loading a new year with resolutions we’ll never keep or expectations…
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Verstappen vs Hamilton in 2021: the greatest season in F1 history?
The extraordinary finale to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix concluded what has been – by absolutely any standards – an extraordinary season of Formula 1 world championship racing. To the…
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Podcast: 2021 F1 season review with Medland, Hughes and Smith
Formula 1 produced a season like no other in 2021 and we’ve done our best to review it all in our 90-minute end-of-year podcast. Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton battled…
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F1 driver line-ups: full grid for the 2022 Formula 1 season
With the tensions of the 2021 season dying down, focus is already switching to next year as Formula 1 introduces a new generation of car. The new set of rules…
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The problems F1 and the FIA must fix over the winter break
It was a memorable F1 season but some of the controversies won’t be forgotten any time soon. Chris Medland says the FIA has to address some major issues before next season
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‘Why did Michael Masi do what he did in Abu Dhabi?’ Johnny Herbert
My verdict on the last-lap shootout that decided the 2021 Formula 1 World Championship? The FIA needs to have a hard think about how it operates grands prix. This should…
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The mysterious case of F1’s flexing rear wings
Red Bull’s Christian Horner was adamant during the Brazilian Grand Prix that Mercedes had somehow got around the tougher rear wing flexibility tests introduced earlier this season. These were brought…
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Formula 1 good month, bad month, February 2022
Good month Haas anyone seen Gene? Diehard budget F1 outfit Haas decided not to fly owner Gene Haas in for the final race of the season, but just Photoshop him…
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Penalties a positive for Verstappen in the Qatar GP
There was a weird positive tactical implication for Red Bull of the five-place grid penalty taken by Max Verstappen in Qatar. He received the penalty for having not slowed at…
F1
An F1 wishlist for 2022 – rooted (mostly) in reality
What do you wish for in 2022? Big question! Let’s keep it simple and stick to what we know… Loading a new year with resolutions we’ll never keep or expectations…
F1
Verstappen vs Hamilton in 2021: the greatest season in F1 history?
The extraordinary finale to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix concluded what has been – by absolutely any standards – an extraordinary season of Formula 1 world championship racing. To the…
Motor Sport Podcast
Podcast: 2021 F1 season review with Medland, Hughes and Smith
Formula 1 produced a season like no other in 2021 and we’ve done our best to review it all in our 90-minute end-of-year podcast. Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton battled…
F1
F1 driver line-ups: full grid for the 2022 Formula 1 season
With the tensions of the 2021 season dying down, focus is already switching to next year as Formula 1 introduces a new generation of car. The new set of rules…
F1
The problems F1 and the FIA must fix over the winter break
It was a memorable F1 season but some of the controversies won’t be forgotten any time soon. Chris Medland says the FIA has to address some major issues before next season
Archive
‘Why did Michael Masi do what he did in Abu Dhabi?’ Johnny Herbert
My verdict on the last-lap shootout that decided the 2021 Formula 1 World Championship? The FIA needs to have a hard think about how it operates grands prix. This should…
Archive
The mysterious case of F1’s flexing rear wings
Red Bull’s Christian Horner was adamant during the Brazilian Grand Prix that Mercedes had somehow got around the tougher rear wing flexibility tests introduced earlier this season. These were brought…
Archive
Formula 1 good month, bad month, February 2022
Good month Haas anyone seen Gene? Diehard budget F1 outfit Haas decided not to fly owner Gene Haas in for the final race of the season, but just Photoshop him…
Archive
Penalties a positive for Verstappen in the Qatar GP
There was a weird positive tactical implication for Red Bull of the five-place grid penalty taken by Max Verstappen in Qatar. He received the penalty for having not slowed at…
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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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Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari F1 dream now hinges on 2026
Lewis Hamilton’s first season at Ferrari has been tougher than expected – but his focus is already on shaping a 2026 car he says will carry “my DNA”
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McLaren to auction future F1, Le Mans and Indy 500 cars
McLaren will make motor sport history by auctioning three future competition cars – including a yet-to-be-raced Formula 1 chassis – before they even hit the track
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F1 2026 driver line-ups: latest contract news and rumours
Max Verstappen is staying at Red Bull, but there are several unfilled seats in the 2026 F1 driver line-ups, including two vacancies at the new Cadillac team. Here are the contracts in place, rumoured deals and who could end up where during silly season
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