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Saudi Arabian GP showed the absolute best and worst of Max Verstappen
In a weekend full of controversy, Max Verstappen’s driving was under the microscope once again as the 2021 F1 title battle turned sour
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F1 racing off the human rights record – Goin’ Up, Goin’ Down in Saudi Arabia
“The World’s Most Evil GP” – as billed by many before the race – brought many a talking point, and only served to heighten the season’s tension
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Grid drop threatens Hamilton: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix what you missed
It was a controversial night in Jeddah but Lewis Hamilton kept his title hopes alive while Max Verstappen split opinion
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The Brazilian hangover that shaped Verstappen vs Hamilton battle in Saudi Arabia
Unpredictability, unclear rules of engagement and a title in the balance produced a chaotic race in Jeddah says Mark Hughes
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‘Crazy’ street fight levels F1 championship: 2021 Saudi Arabian GP report
2021 is going to go down in history as one of the great Formula 1 seasons, and we can safely say that even before the deciding race. In fact, the…
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Max Verstappen penalised for Saudi GP collision with Lewis Hamilton
Max Verstappen has been given a 10sec penalty for his latest clash with Lewis Hamilton, after stewards found that he slammed on his brakes ahead of the Mercedes in a…
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Verstappen is ‘over the limit’, says Hamilton after Saudi clash
Lewis Hamilton has accused Max Verstappen of being “over the limit”, and said that he’s had to avoid multiple collisions with the Dutchman, who was penalised when both title contenders…
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Hamilton emerges from chaos to win: 2021 Saudi Arabian GP lap by lap
Lewis Hamilton won out in a chaotic and dramatic Saudi Arabian GP after numerous controversial incidents with Max Verstappen
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Verstappen’s total commitment meets Jeddah concrete: 2021 Saudi Arabia GP qualifying
When the dust settles on the 2021 F1 season, whatever the outcome, we need to appreciate one of the greatest contests ever, whatever the sport. As things stand, Max Verstappen…
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Saudi Arabian GP showed the absolute best and worst of Max Verstappen
In a weekend full of controversy, Max Verstappen’s driving was under the microscope once again as the 2021 F1 title battle turned sour
F1
F1 racing off the human rights record – Goin’ Up, Goin’ Down in Saudi Arabia
“The World’s Most Evil GP” – as billed by many before the race – brought many a talking point, and only served to heighten the season’s tension
F1
Grid drop threatens Hamilton: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix what you missed
It was a controversial night in Jeddah but Lewis Hamilton kept his title hopes alive while Max Verstappen split opinion
F1
The Brazilian hangover that shaped Verstappen vs Hamilton battle in Saudi Arabia
Unpredictability, unclear rules of engagement and a title in the balance produced a chaotic race in Jeddah says Mark Hughes
F1
‘Crazy’ street fight levels F1 championship: 2021 Saudi Arabian GP report
2021 is going to go down in history as one of the great Formula 1 seasons, and we can safely say that even before the deciding race. In fact, the…
F1
Max Verstappen penalised for Saudi GP collision with Lewis Hamilton
Max Verstappen has been given a 10sec penalty for his latest clash with Lewis Hamilton, after stewards found that he slammed on his brakes ahead of the Mercedes in a…
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Verstappen is ‘over the limit’, says Hamilton after Saudi clash
Lewis Hamilton has accused Max Verstappen of being “over the limit”, and said that he’s had to avoid multiple collisions with the Dutchman, who was penalised when both title contenders…
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Hamilton emerges from chaos to win: 2021 Saudi Arabian GP lap by lap
Lewis Hamilton won out in a chaotic and dramatic Saudi Arabian GP after numerous controversial incidents with Max Verstappen
F1
Verstappen’s total commitment meets Jeddah concrete: 2021 Saudi Arabia GP qualifying
When the dust settles on the 2021 F1 season, whatever the outcome, we need to appreciate one of the greatest contests ever, whatever the sport. As things stand, Max Verstappen…
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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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Mark Hughes: Andrea Stella finally banished the ghost of 2010 Abu Dhabi disaster
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Mark Hughes: Piastri pass on Norris was part of McLaren’s bold strategy to foil Verstappen
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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
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Return of the Portuguese GP. Is it a placeholder for another F1 street track?
Formula 1’s two-year return to Portimao may be less a long-term endorsement than a holding pattern, as the championship keeps calendar space open for future street races
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Matt Bishop: He was Williams’ first winning driver but so few know his name
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Martin Brundle reveals his F1 driver of 2025
Veteran broadcaster and F1 driver Martin Brundle has picked out the contender he’s been most impressed with this year
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