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Mercedes has dropped its appeal, but it’s not the end
After the controversies of Abu Dhabi and the withdrawal of the appeal, Chris Medland explains why Mercedes still expects action by the FIA
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FIA confirms new low-cost F1 engines for 2026
The FIA has given the first details into what the new F1 power unit regulations will look like in 2026
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Mercedes withdraws Abu Dhabi GP appeal
Mercedes has confirmed it has withdrawn its appeal over the Abu Dhabi GP results
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F1 championship is “tarnished” by Abu Dhabi safety car controversy, admits FIA
Motor racing’s governing body has admitted that the final laps of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix have tarnished this year’s championship and Max Verstappen’s first Formula 1 title. But the…
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Review ‘every aspect’ of F1 racing after bitter taste of Abu Dhabi, says Johnny Herbert
Johnny Herbert has called for an in-depth review into how grands prix are run, following the contentious end to this year’s F1 championship and a series of inconsistent stewarding decisions.…
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Triple champion Piastri may not race in 2022 after missing out on F1 ‘circus ride’
It just all seems so wrong. And for once over the last few days, I’m not talking about anything to do with Sunday’s race in Abu Dhabi. Well, Sunday’s Formula…
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Hazel Chapman: ‘Without her, there would be no Lotus’
Hazel Chapman, the wife and co-founder of Lotus with late husband Colin, has died at the age of 94
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Sir Lewis Hamilton receives knighthood days after losing F1 title
Lewis Hamilton has finally been knighted, a year after being announced on the New Years Honours List
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‘It’s too soon for Lewis Hamilton to quit F1: he deserves an eighth title’
Could Lewis Hamilton call it quits and retire from Formula 1 in the wake of his devastating defeat – and specifically the artificial way it played out – at the…
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Mercedes has dropped its appeal, but it’s not the end
After the controversies of Abu Dhabi and the withdrawal of the appeal, Chris Medland explains why Mercedes still expects action by the FIA
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FIA confirms new low-cost F1 engines for 2026
The FIA has given the first details into what the new F1 power unit regulations will look like in 2026
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Mercedes withdraws Abu Dhabi GP appeal
Mercedes has confirmed it has withdrawn its appeal over the Abu Dhabi GP results
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F1 championship is “tarnished” by Abu Dhabi safety car controversy, admits FIA
Motor racing’s governing body has admitted that the final laps of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix have tarnished this year’s championship and Max Verstappen’s first Formula 1 title. But the…
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Review ‘every aspect’ of F1 racing after bitter taste of Abu Dhabi, says Johnny Herbert
Johnny Herbert has called for an in-depth review into how grands prix are run, following the contentious end to this year’s F1 championship and a series of inconsistent stewarding decisions.…
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Triple champion Piastri may not race in 2022 after missing out on F1 ‘circus ride’
It just all seems so wrong. And for once over the last few days, I’m not talking about anything to do with Sunday’s race in Abu Dhabi. Well, Sunday’s Formula…
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Hazel Chapman: ‘Without her, there would be no Lotus’
Hazel Chapman, the wife and co-founder of Lotus with late husband Colin, has died at the age of 94
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Sir Lewis Hamilton receives knighthood days after losing F1 title
Lewis Hamilton has finally been knighted, a year after being announced on the New Years Honours List
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‘It’s too soon for Lewis Hamilton to quit F1: he deserves an eighth title’
Could Lewis Hamilton call it quits and retire from Formula 1 in the wake of his devastating defeat – and specifically the artificial way it played out – at the…
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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
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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
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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
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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…
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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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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
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Bahrain F1 test: Antonelli leads Mercedes 1-2 on final day
Antonelli and Russell finish on top as the first Bahrain test ends
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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
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