MPH: Paranoia returns as F1 teams suspect engine trickery
New rules – introduced after a settlement with Ferrari – have tightened F1’s engine regulations, but teams remain suspicious of rivals, writes Mark Hughes
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Formula 1 has announced it is launching the #WeRaceAsOne programme focused on combating inequality and racism, as well as supporting frontline workers in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic. Beginning…
Lewis Hamilton has announced a new research body, dedicated to involving more young people from black backgrounds with motor sport. The Hamilton Commission, set up in partnership with the Royal…
Starting from 14th on the grid, Johnny Herbert claimed victory for the Stewart team with a smooth, measured drive and brilliant decision-making. 1999 European GP win at the Nürburgring is one of F1’s great drives
F1’s 2005 US Grand Prix fiasco dented the series’ image, angered teams, and left Ferrari’s drivers looking sheepish. But there was one man leaping for joy: Tiago Monteiro tells his story.
The first in a podcast series that looks at the partnership between engineer and Formula 1 driver: Adrian Newey discusses the great drivers he has worked with
To make a great driver, you need bravery, instinct and speed. To make that driver great, you need a talented engineer. In the latest Motor Sport podcast series, we interview…
Ferrari film is supposed to be a tribute to the cult classic C’était Un Rendez-Vous. Viewers aren’t convinced
After overseeing every Mercedes hybrid F1 engine, Andy Cowell has announced his decision to seek a “new engineering business challenge”
New rules – introduced after a settlement with Ferrari – have tightened F1’s engine regulations, but teams remain suspicious of rivals, writes Mark Hughes
Formula 1 has announced it is launching the #WeRaceAsOne programme focused on combating inequality and racism, as well as supporting frontline workers in the face of the Covid-19 pandemic. Beginning…
Lewis Hamilton has announced a new research body, dedicated to involving more young people from black backgrounds with motor sport. The Hamilton Commission, set up in partnership with the Royal…
Starting from 14th on the grid, Johnny Herbert claimed victory for the Stewart team with a smooth, measured drive and brilliant decision-making. 1999 European GP win at the Nürburgring is one of F1’s great drives
F1’s 2005 US Grand Prix fiasco dented the series’ image, angered teams, and left Ferrari’s drivers looking sheepish. But there was one man leaping for joy: Tiago Monteiro tells his story.
The first in a podcast series that looks at the partnership between engineer and Formula 1 driver: Adrian Newey discusses the great drivers he has worked with
To make a great driver, you need bravery, instinct and speed. To make that driver great, you need a talented engineer. In the latest Motor Sport podcast series, we interview…
Ferrari film is supposed to be a tribute to the cult classic C’était Un Rendez-Vous. Viewers aren’t convinced
After overseeing every Mercedes hybrid F1 engine, Andy Cowell has announced his decision to seek a “new engineering business challenge”
McLaren’s disqualification from the Las Vegas Grand Prix led to speculation about a conspiracy to bring Max Verstappen back into the title fight. But there’s a more realistic explanation
F1’s 2025 championship leader said he had to go to real set-up extremes to make his car competitive in the final Las Vegas Grand Prix stint last year – could that be key to Lando Norris’s success in the race this season?
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella believes the current F1 generation is the most competitive in history and called on reporters to scrutinise the claim. Mark Hughes didn’t need any more encouragement
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…
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
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
Who will win F1 Fantasy’s duel in the desert at the 2025 Qatar GP? Here are our predictions; tips on drivers to avoid; which chips to play and further analysis
Aston Martin’s call to make Adrian Newey team principal marks Lawrence Stroll’s boldest decision yet
Over four decades Adrian Newey has become F1’s most successful car designer, his longevity ensured by a host of technological innovations. Now he’s the Aston Martin F1 team boss – read his story
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