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Nuvolari’s Nürburgring
Sebastian Vettel’s victory this weekend was not the first time Ferrari has unexpectedly beaten a dominant Mercedes-Benz racing team, but it was the first I can recall in which Ferrari…
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F1’s turnaround
By Lee McKenzie I bet you never thought you’d look forward to seeing the pointing, celebratory finger of Sebastian Vettel after four years of consecutive world titles. But who wasn’t…
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2015 Malaysian GP report
When Ferrari watched both Mercedes head out in Q1 on option tyres, it began to believe for the first time that it might be able to win this race. That…
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Alonso throws McLaren under the bus
Fernando Alonso, on his return to F1, has immediately gone off-message regarding McLaren’s position on the cause of his testing accident at Barcelona in February that left him hospitalised with…
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Small grids through history
Formula 1 was undeniably underwhelming Down Under. The lead battle in Melbourne was cagey rather than a cage fight; the rest were nowhere; and now everybody – not just Sauber…
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The Roebuck-Hughes Show
Every time we record a podcast there are always a load of great questions from readers that never get asked. So this time we sat Nigel Roebuck and Mark Hughes…
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Giedo van der Garde’s statement in full
“We have reached a settlement with Sauber and my driver contract with the team has been ended by mutual consent. As a passionate race driver, I feel sad and am…
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Off-track distractions
By Lee McKenzie F1 is a sport used to making the news as much for its off-track dramas as the on-track excitement and before the weekend had even started, the…
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Classified spotlight: Simtek S951
Having won the German Formula 3 title in 1993 and impressed the Formula 1 paddock with his testing performances in the Footwork, Jos Verstappen was signed as Benetton’s test driver…
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Nuvolari’s Nürburgring
Sebastian Vettel’s victory this weekend was not the first time Ferrari has unexpectedly beaten a dominant Mercedes-Benz racing team, but it was the first I can recall in which Ferrari…
Opinion
F1
F1’s turnaround
By Lee McKenzie I bet you never thought you’d look forward to seeing the pointing, celebratory finger of Sebastian Vettel after four years of consecutive world titles. But who wasn’t…
F1
2015 Malaysian GP report
When Ferrari watched both Mercedes head out in Q1 on option tyres, it began to believe for the first time that it might be able to win this race. That…
Opinion
F1
Alonso throws McLaren under the bus
Fernando Alonso, on his return to F1, has immediately gone off-message regarding McLaren’s position on the cause of his testing accident at Barcelona in February that left him hospitalised with…
F1
Small grids through history
Formula 1 was undeniably underwhelming Down Under. The lead battle in Melbourne was cagey rather than a cage fight; the rest were nowhere; and now everybody – not just Sauber…
F1
The Roebuck-Hughes Show
Every time we record a podcast there are always a load of great questions from readers that never get asked. So this time we sat Nigel Roebuck and Mark Hughes…
Opinion
F1
Giedo van der Garde’s statement in full
“We have reached a settlement with Sauber and my driver contract with the team has been ended by mutual consent. As a passionate race driver, I feel sad and am…
Opinion
F1
Off-track distractions
By Lee McKenzie F1 is a sport used to making the news as much for its off-track dramas as the on-track excitement and before the weekend had even started, the…
F1
Classified spotlight: Simtek S951
Having won the German Formula 3 title in 1993 and impressed the Formula 1 paddock with his testing performances in the Footwork, Jos Verstappen was signed as Benetton’s test driver…
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Mark Hughes: Can Piastri cling on to title like Button did in 2009?
Caught out by his own car, and facing a resurgent Red Bull: Oscar Piastri’s 2025 season is increasingly resembling Jenson Button’s 2009 championship winning year
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Mark Hughes: How Verstappen crushed McLaren after Norris took ‘consequences’
Behind Max Verstappen’s perfect 2025 United States GP weekend was a much-improved Red Bull, some rapid sim work, and a bit of strategic luck. But how much did Lando Norris’s ‘consequences’ play in McLaren’s defeat?
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MPH: Russell deal leaves Mercedes F1 door ajar for Verstappen
George Russell will drive for Mercedes in 2026 but behind the announcement of their renewed F1 commitment, both sides are looking at alternative options
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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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What are the fastest speeds recorded at every F1 circuit?
From Mexico’s thin air to Suzuka’s sweeping corners, here’s how every circuit on the Formula 1 calendar ranks by sheer top speed
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F1 Fantasy: top picks & predictions for the Mexico City GP
Which F1 Fantasy heroes can survive the heady heights of the 2025 Mexico City GP? Here are our predictions; tips on drivers to avoid; which chips to play and further analysis
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Time for team orders? McLaren ‘free to race’ policy may face biggest test in Mexico
McLaren wants to let its drivers race, but with Verstappen closing in, could its idealism come at a heavy price?
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