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F1’s open oil burn loophole
With Formula 1 teams still suspicious of a gaping loophole, the oil burn debate rages on “We’d like to see the [oil burn] rules go further because it…
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Vettel fastest on F1 testing day two
Ferrari’s Vettel goes quickest in the Barcelona cold Sebastian Vettel beat Valtteri Bottas to top spot on day two of Formula 1’s 2018 testing by 0.3sec, with the pair the…
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Liberty launches F1 TV
Formula 1 has confirmed it is to launch F1 TV in 2018, a subscription service of live streams, onboards and support series available across Europe and Latin America. F1 TV Pro,…
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Martini drops Williams – but not because of ‘under 25 rule’
Williams and Martini will part ways at the end of 2018 Williams and Martini will split at the end of 2018, but the decision is unrelated to the team’s young…
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Ricciardo fastest on opening day of testing
Bad weather leaves Ricciardo’s morning time untouched Daniel Ricciardo claimed the bragging rights on the opening day of Formula 1’s 2018 testing by setting the benchmark time in the day’s…
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Ricciardo tops first session of 2018
First blood to Red Bull, as McLaren hits early trouble Red Bull Racing’s Daniel Ricciardo headed the timesheets as Formula 1 began in earnest at Barcelona for the opening test…
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Pace notes
From the 50 shades of McLaren to the dank Welsh forests, Joe Dunn casts his eyes over recent news McLaren launched its 2018 Formula 1 car last…
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How (not) to solve F1’s halo problem
The halo has divided opinion, so Andrew Frankel is thinking outside the box – and in the cockpit – to fix it… I have the answer to all Formula 1’s problems. Bear…
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Toro Rosso officially launches STR13
Having leaked its own photo last week, Toro Rosso has become the final team to officially launch its 2018 Formula 1 car. The STR13 is the first of the new…
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F1
F1’s open oil burn loophole
With Formula 1 teams still suspicious of a gaping loophole, the oil burn debate rages on “We’d like to see the [oil burn] rules go further because it…
Opinion
F1
Vettel fastest on F1 testing day two
Ferrari’s Vettel goes quickest in the Barcelona cold Sebastian Vettel beat Valtteri Bottas to top spot on day two of Formula 1’s 2018 testing by 0.3sec, with the pair the…
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F1
Liberty launches F1 TV
Formula 1 has confirmed it is to launch F1 TV in 2018, a subscription service of live streams, onboards and support series available across Europe and Latin America. F1 TV Pro,…
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F1
Martini drops Williams – but not because of ‘under 25 rule’
Williams and Martini will part ways at the end of 2018 Williams and Martini will split at the end of 2018, but the decision is unrelated to the team’s young…
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F1
Ricciardo fastest on opening day of testing
Bad weather leaves Ricciardo’s morning time untouched Daniel Ricciardo claimed the bragging rights on the opening day of Formula 1’s 2018 testing by setting the benchmark time in the day’s…
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F1
Ricciardo tops first session of 2018
First blood to Red Bull, as McLaren hits early trouble Red Bull Racing’s Daniel Ricciardo headed the timesheets as Formula 1 began in earnest at Barcelona for the opening test…
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Car Culture
Pace notes
From the 50 shades of McLaren to the dank Welsh forests, Joe Dunn casts his eyes over recent news McLaren launched its 2018 Formula 1 car last…
Opinion
F1
How (not) to solve F1’s halo problem
The halo has divided opinion, so Andrew Frankel is thinking outside the box – and in the cockpit – to fix it… I have the answer to all Formula 1’s problems. Bear…
Opinion
F1
Toro Rosso officially launches STR13
Having leaked its own photo last week, Toro Rosso has become the final team to officially launch its 2018 Formula 1 car. The STR13 is the first of the new…
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MPH: Last-placed Alpine could fight for wins in 2026. Two corners show why
Alpine sits at the bottom of the F1 championship table this year; its drivers struggling with the car. But one change due in 2026 could transform its fortunes, says Mark Hughes
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Mark Hughes: When first’s the worst. Why F1 drivers lose to slower team-mates
When you’re falling behind, there’s less risk in trying something different. Which is why F1 drivers can ace grands prix and still get beaten by a slower team-mate — as Oscar Piastri and Lewis Hamilton know too well
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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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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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Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari F1 dream now hinges on 2026
Lewis Hamilton’s first season at Ferrari has been tougher than expected – but his focus is already on shaping a 2026 car he says will carry “my DNA”
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McLaren to auction future F1, Le Mans and Indy 500 cars
McLaren will make motor sport history by auctioning three future competition cars – including a yet-to-be-raced Formula 1 chassis – before they even hit the track
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F1 2026 driver line-ups: latest contract news and rumours
Max Verstappen is staying at Red Bull, but there are several unfilled seats in the 2026 F1 driver line-ups, including two vacancies at the new Cadillac team. Here are the contracts in place, rumoured deals and who could end up where during silly season
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