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Verstappen storms to 2021 French GP pole ahead of Hamilton: qualifying as it happened
Max Verstappen proved Red Bull has the pace over a single lap to take on Mercedes with a mighty pole lap in France
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Alpine’s hope that Esteban Ocon can be the next Alain Prost
Esteban Ocon’s strong opening to 2021 has been rewarded with a new three-year deal by Alpine – Enstone believes its seen a few shades of another French hero to justify its faith
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Why Paul Ricard’s resurfacing is leading to the F1 car kerb-clattering
F1 teams have been complaining to Michael Masi about Paul Ricard’s harsh kerbs – but as circuit designer Jarno Zaffelli explains, it’s the drivers that have become more aggressive, not the track furniture
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How F1 hopes to rank the best drivers on the 2021 grid without car performance bias
Formula 1 is a game of minute differences and details but the series aims to help fans gain further insight into just how closely-matched the 20 drivers on the grid truly are
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Verstappen lays down gauntlet ahead of qualifying: 2021 French GP practice round-up
Max Verstappen was a massive 0.7sec quicker than anyone else ahead of qualifying at Paul Ricard
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Jan Matsuzaki: the Aston Martin tyre guru set to shape F1 title race — MPH
Why do Red Bull and Aston Martin seem to be able to run their tyres at a lower pressure than F1 rivals? Step forward Jan Matsuzaki who has an uncanny understanding of race rubber
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McLaren runs Mansour Ojjeh’s name on side of F1 car in tribute to key shareholder
McLaren will run ‘Mansour’ on the side of its cars in Paul Ricard in tribute to the late shareholder, who passed away earlier this month
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Not too hot, not too cold: F1 teams’ search for the Pirelli tyre sweet spot
Tyres are a complex thing in Formula 1. They are the only four points of contact with the track and therefore a huge performance influence. More importantly, they have the…
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Russell denies Mercedes deal is done, as Bottas ignores rumours
Valtteri Bottas has dismissed suggestions he has been told he will be replaced at Mercedes for 2022
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Verstappen storms to 2021 French GP pole ahead of Hamilton: qualifying as it happened
Max Verstappen proved Red Bull has the pace over a single lap to take on Mercedes with a mighty pole lap in France
F1
Alpine’s hope that Esteban Ocon can be the next Alain Prost
Esteban Ocon’s strong opening to 2021 has been rewarded with a new three-year deal by Alpine – Enstone believes its seen a few shades of another French hero to justify its faith
F1
Why Paul Ricard’s resurfacing is leading to the F1 car kerb-clattering
F1 teams have been complaining to Michael Masi about Paul Ricard’s harsh kerbs – but as circuit designer Jarno Zaffelli explains, it’s the drivers that have become more aggressive, not the track furniture
F1
How F1 hopes to rank the best drivers on the 2021 grid without car performance bias
Formula 1 is a game of minute differences and details but the series aims to help fans gain further insight into just how closely-matched the 20 drivers on the grid truly are
F1
Verstappen lays down gauntlet ahead of qualifying: 2021 French GP practice round-up
Max Verstappen was a massive 0.7sec quicker than anyone else ahead of qualifying at Paul Ricard
F1
Jan Matsuzaki: the Aston Martin tyre guru set to shape F1 title race — MPH
Why do Red Bull and Aston Martin seem to be able to run their tyres at a lower pressure than F1 rivals? Step forward Jan Matsuzaki who has an uncanny understanding of race rubber
F1
McLaren runs Mansour Ojjeh’s name on side of F1 car in tribute to key shareholder
McLaren will run ‘Mansour’ on the side of its cars in Paul Ricard in tribute to the late shareholder, who passed away earlier this month
F1
Not too hot, not too cold: F1 teams’ search for the Pirelli tyre sweet spot
Tyres are a complex thing in Formula 1. They are the only four points of contact with the track and therefore a huge performance influence. More importantly, they have the…
F1
Russell denies Mercedes deal is done, as Bottas ignores rumours
Valtteri Bottas has dismissed suggestions he has been told he will be replaced at Mercedes for 2022
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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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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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Ulf Norinder: the larger-than-life privateer
Born into wealth, Ulf Norinder, right, raced a Maserati 200S and Porsche 718 in his twenties when he befriended compatriot Jo Bonnier. In the 1960s, despite his size, he campaigned…
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