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June’s audio podcast with Christian Horner
Welcome to another Motor Sport audio podcast. This month Christian Horner very kindly gave us an hour of his time (something that’s almost unheard of for a team principal in…
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Thousands visit new Spanish track
During the second week of July we will be looking forward to the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Rally Bulgaria and the Le Mans Classic in France. It’s a busy…
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Does Ferrari not want an Italian star?
My thanks to those of you who have so mercilessly pointed out the weaknesses in my 2010 motor sport predictions. I do like a bit of feedback… I am a…
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Canada welcomes back F1
The Canadian Grand Prix at le Circuit Gilles Villeneuve adjacent to downtown Montréal is a favourite for many people. We were all disgusted and distraught when the race was axed…
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The anatomy of an F1 driver
So Fernando Alonso has insured his thumbs for the sum of 10 million euros. Now, it’s not unusual for athletes or film stars or models to insure a body part,…
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Dylan, Denny and the Daily Express Trophy
Dear Nigel, This question has nothing whatsoever to do with racing, despite me following your writings for many years, most recently in Motor Sport, and being an ardent fan. I…
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Back in love with Ferrari
Dear Nigel, We all know that you are anti-Ferrari/Italian, but my question is why? Is it solely because you are British? Marco Cimmarusti Dear Marco, Forgive me, but I’m astounded…
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Would Gilles have quit Ferrari?
Dear Nigel, First of all, many thanks for all the great pieces you’ve written over the years, including your book on Gilles Villeneuve. I know you have been asked numerous…
F1
A highly charged season
I wonder if, like me, you are partial to the music of Frank Zappa? In one of his more philosophical moments, Zappa opined that the mind is like a parachute.…
Opinion
F1
June’s audio podcast with Christian Horner
Welcome to another Motor Sport audio podcast. This month Christian Horner very kindly gave us an hour of his time (something that’s almost unheard of for a team principal in…
Opinion
F1
Thousands visit new Spanish track
During the second week of July we will be looking forward to the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, Rally Bulgaria and the Le Mans Classic in France. It’s a busy…
Opinion
F1
Does Ferrari not want an Italian star?
My thanks to those of you who have so mercilessly pointed out the weaknesses in my 2010 motor sport predictions. I do like a bit of feedback… I am a…
Opinion
F1
Canada welcomes back F1
The Canadian Grand Prix at le Circuit Gilles Villeneuve adjacent to downtown Montréal is a favourite for many people. We were all disgusted and distraught when the race was axed…
Opinion
F1
The anatomy of an F1 driver
So Fernando Alonso has insured his thumbs for the sum of 10 million euros. Now, it’s not unusual for athletes or film stars or models to insure a body part,…
F1
Dylan, Denny and the Daily Express Trophy
Dear Nigel, This question has nothing whatsoever to do with racing, despite me following your writings for many years, most recently in Motor Sport, and being an ardent fan. I…
Opinion
F1
Back in love with Ferrari
Dear Nigel, We all know that you are anti-Ferrari/Italian, but my question is why? Is it solely because you are British? Marco Cimmarusti Dear Marco, Forgive me, but I’m astounded…
F1
Would Gilles have quit Ferrari?
Dear Nigel, First of all, many thanks for all the great pieces you’ve written over the years, including your book on Gilles Villeneuve. I know you have been asked numerous…
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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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Why F1 2026 launch season may be defined by fear
As Formula 1 prepares for its most complex regulation reset in decades, the 2026 launch season may be shaped less by ambition than by a collective determination not to get it wrong
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Why hiding the first 2026 test is a wrong move by F1 teams
Keeping the first F1 2026 testing session private may protect appearances, but it also deprives the series of a rare opportunity to show how a new era truly begins
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McLaren’s big fear: why factory power could prove crucial in F1’s 2026 reset
With more factory-backed teams than customers and a ruleset that rewards integration, 2026 could mark Formula 1’s return to a manufacturers’ championship
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