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Sainz on ‘very complicated’ 2026 F1 car: ‘It occupies a lot of brain space’
Next year’s new-generation F1 cars will overload drivers with their technical demands in the first part of the 2026 season, says Carlos Sainz
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Hamilton issues Ferrari with written demands in urgent chase for F1 title
Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he’s leading the charge to win an F1 championship with Ferrari, submitting reports and summoning bosses to meetings as he challenges the team in “every area”
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Spa circuit: How safety and speed shaped an F1 classic
Carved into the Ardennes forest and steeped in over a century of speed, danger, and evolution, Spa is not just a circuit – it’s a living monument to the changing face of motor sport
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The day Eau Rouge humbled an F1 world champion and a rookie
One one afternoon in 1999, Eau Rouge proved why it was one of the most feared corners in Formula 1
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The questions behind F1’s Net Zero claims
Formula 1 has made real progress in cutting its carbon footprint – but staying on track to Net Zero by 2030 might demand tougher decisions
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McLaren backs F1 champions display at 2025 Silverstone Festival
McLaren will play a major role in this summer’s Silverstone Festival as it backs a landmark exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Formula 1 world championship. The Woking-based team…
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2025 Belgian Grand Prix start time: how to watch, live stream, F1 schedule and weather
F1 returns from a three-week break for the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa. Here’s your quick guide to the start time, how to watch, live stream options, full F1 schedule, and weather forecast
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Matt Bishop: The truly brilliant racer who’s been largely forgotten
Even those who recognise the name will know him simply as ‘The other Ascari’, but this pre-war racer who died a century ago was one of the all-time greats. Matt Bishop tells the tragically short tale of Antonio Ascari
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Red Bull’s first ever F1 weekend without Horner – What to watch for at Belgian GP
With Red Bull reeling from Christian Horner’s departure, Lando Norris on a hot streak, and Max Verstappen facing swirling rumours, the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix promises drama both on and off the track
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Sainz on ‘very complicated’ 2026 F1 car: ‘It occupies a lot of brain space’
Next year’s new-generation F1 cars will overload drivers with their technical demands in the first part of the 2026 season, says Carlos Sainz
F1
Hamilton issues Ferrari with written demands in urgent chase for F1 title
Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he’s leading the charge to win an F1 championship with Ferrari, submitting reports and summoning bosses to meetings as he challenges the team in “every area”
F1
Spa circuit: How safety and speed shaped an F1 classic
Carved into the Ardennes forest and steeped in over a century of speed, danger, and evolution, Spa is not just a circuit – it’s a living monument to the changing face of motor sport
F1
The day Eau Rouge humbled an F1 world champion and a rookie
One one afternoon in 1999, Eau Rouge proved why it was one of the most feared corners in Formula 1
F1
The questions behind F1’s Net Zero claims
Formula 1 has made real progress in cutting its carbon footprint – but staying on track to Net Zero by 2030 might demand tougher decisions
F1
McLaren backs F1 champions display at 2025 Silverstone Festival
McLaren will play a major role in this summer’s Silverstone Festival as it backs a landmark exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Formula 1 world championship. The Woking-based team…
F1
2025 Belgian Grand Prix start time: how to watch, live stream, F1 schedule and weather
F1 returns from a three-week break for the Belgian Grand Prix at Spa. Here’s your quick guide to the start time, how to watch, live stream options, full F1 schedule, and weather forecast
F1
Matt Bishop: The truly brilliant racer who’s been largely forgotten
Even those who recognise the name will know him simply as ‘The other Ascari’, but this pre-war racer who died a century ago was one of the all-time greats. Matt Bishop tells the tragically short tale of Antonio Ascari
F1
Red Bull’s first ever F1 weekend without Horner – What to watch for at Belgian GP
With Red Bull reeling from Christian Horner’s departure, Lando Norris on a hot streak, and Max Verstappen facing swirling rumours, the 2025 Belgian Grand Prix promises drama both on and off the track
Standings – 2025 F1 World Championship
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Adrian Newey’s new role… we didn’t see this coming!
Adrian Newey a team boss? That really was not on anyone’s bingo card. Ever. But it came to pass on the eve of the Qatar Grand Prix as Aston Martin…
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MPH: 2025 F1 grid was the closest in years, but why?
As the ground-effect era draws to a close, Mark Hughes uses qualifying data and technical insight to explain why the Formula 1 field has converged – and why the reasons go far beyond the rules alone
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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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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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Portrait of a season: photos that capture an intense 2025 F1 championship
F1 final standings Who finished where in the final points… No. Driver Team Points 1 Lando Norris McLaren 423 2 Max Verstappen Red Bull 421 3 Oscar Piastri McLaren 410…
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Mark Hughes: My top 10 F1 drivers of 2025
10. Pierre Gasly He never gave anything less than his all in an outclassed, underpowered car. But Pierre Gasly’s fast corner prowess combined with the Alpine ’s good high-speed downforce…
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Gen Z vs generational talent: how title battle between Lando Norris and Max Verstappen split F1 tribes
Mark Hughes – This year was Mark’s last full season of day-to-day Formula 1 race reporting after 30 years of following the F1 circus The surface colours of the season constantly…
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