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Desert storm: F1’s biggest Bahrain Grand Prix controversies
Over the years, the Bahrain Grand Prix has offered plenty of on-track – and some off-track – drama. These are the top controversies from the Sakhir event
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F1 Fantasy: top picks & predictions for the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix
The top three were covered by 2sec in the previous race, and big points were scored elsewhere – who’s in your 2025 Bahrain GP Fantasy team? Here are our predictions; tips on drivers to avoid; which chips to play and further analysis
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MPH: F1 in ‘crisis meeting’ as engine civil war threatens to erupt
Friday’s summit in Bahrain between the FIA, teams and manufacturers may have been dressed up as a gathering to discuss the idea of a return to V10 engines. But make no mistake: they’re crunch talks as the 2026 rules continue to create problems, says Mark Hughes
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Sainz explains ‘biggest’ struggle in adapting to Williams F1 car
Carlos Sainz has pinpointed the area he is most getting to grips with in his new Williams F1 car
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Why Verstappen’s latest Suzuka win was different from all the rest
While Max Verstappen winning at Suzuka is nothing new, his 2025 victory stood out from those previous, as Mark Hughes explains
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FIA deputy resigns in protest while Richards rages against ‘shift of moral compass’
More controversy has enveloped motor sport’s governing body the FIA after its deputy president for sport resigned and Motorsport UK chairman David Richards took his recent grievances public in an open letter
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Mohammed Ben Sulayem: every big controversy so far as FIA president is under attack in election year
After angering F1 drivers, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has been accused of issuing “gagging orders” to senior racing officials in the latest controversy affecting his term — as rumours swirl that he’ll face a challenge in his bid to be re-elected. We explore his tumultuous four-year reign
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Who are all the F1 rookies driving in Bahrain GP FP1?
The Bahrain Grand Prix is set to have a very different line-up during first Friday practice as six rookies replace F1 drivers at their parent teams. Here’s all you need to know about them
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Why McLaren can strike back – What to watch for at Bahrain GP
Lando Norris leads Max Verstappen by a single point going into the fourth round of the season in the Bahrain GP following the Red Bull driver’s win in Japan. Here’s what to look out for at Sakhir
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Desert storm: F1’s biggest Bahrain Grand Prix controversies
Over the years, the Bahrain Grand Prix has offered plenty of on-track – and some off-track – drama. These are the top controversies from the Sakhir event
F1
F1 Fantasy: top picks & predictions for the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix
The top three were covered by 2sec in the previous race, and big points were scored elsewhere – who’s in your 2025 Bahrain GP Fantasy team? Here are our predictions; tips on drivers to avoid; which chips to play and further analysis
F1
MPH: F1 in ‘crisis meeting’ as engine civil war threatens to erupt
Friday’s summit in Bahrain between the FIA, teams and manufacturers may have been dressed up as a gathering to discuss the idea of a return to V10 engines. But make no mistake: they’re crunch talks as the 2026 rules continue to create problems, says Mark Hughes
F1
Sainz explains ‘biggest’ struggle in adapting to Williams F1 car
Carlos Sainz has pinpointed the area he is most getting to grips with in his new Williams F1 car
F1
Why Verstappen’s latest Suzuka win was different from all the rest
While Max Verstappen winning at Suzuka is nothing new, his 2025 victory stood out from those previous, as Mark Hughes explains
F1
FIA deputy resigns in protest while Richards rages against ‘shift of moral compass’
More controversy has enveloped motor sport’s governing body the FIA after its deputy president for sport resigned and Motorsport UK chairman David Richards took his recent grievances public in an open letter
F1
Mohammed Ben Sulayem: every big controversy so far as FIA president is under attack in election year
After angering F1 drivers, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has been accused of issuing “gagging orders” to senior racing officials in the latest controversy affecting his term — as rumours swirl that he’ll face a challenge in his bid to be re-elected. We explore his tumultuous four-year reign
F1
Who are all the F1 rookies driving in Bahrain GP FP1?
The Bahrain Grand Prix is set to have a very different line-up during first Friday practice as six rookies replace F1 drivers at their parent teams. Here’s all you need to know about them
F1
Why McLaren can strike back – What to watch for at Bahrain GP
Lando Norris leads Max Verstappen by a single point going into the fourth round of the season in the Bahrain GP following the Red Bull driver’s win in Japan. Here’s what to look out for at Sakhir
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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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Why did Ferrari fade in high-pressure Hungarian GP?
Charles Leclerc took a surprise pole for the 2025 Hungarian GP, but his chances of a race win went awry in the second half of the race
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MPH: Radio calls hinted at Norris conspiracy — if you didn’t spot the hidden meanings
McLaren’s radio calls to Lando Norris were wildly misinterpreted at Spa, as F1 viewers missed the hidden meanings in Norris’s messages and actions that activated various pre-agreed strategies. Mark Hughes explains
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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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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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Stoffel Vandoorne: ‘I guess my Mclaren F1 career is a classic case of right place, wrong time’
A hard-earned grand prix career may have ended in tears, but there’s much more to this Belgian star than being just another F1 nearly-man. From single-seater success to tackling Le…
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