May 23 (GMM) Max Verstappen has angrily hit back at Juan Pablo Montoya amid a wild weekend of Formula 1 silly season speculation in Montreal. Montoya, an increasingly outspoken pundit, recently suggested Verstappen should be banned for repeatedly criticising Formula 1’s controversial 2026 regulations. But Verstappen told De Telegraaf he has no patience for the […]
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Drivers ‘afraid’ of rain as F1 faces wet-weather unknown
May 23 (GMM) Pierre Gasly says Formula 1 drivers could be in for a major shock if rain hits Montreal this weekend. Wet weather remains possible across the remainder of the Canadian GP weekend – a potentially critical issue given the radically different characteristics of Formula 1’s new 2026 cars. So far, teams have done […]
F1’s 2027 engine peace deal unravelling in Montreal
May 23 (GMM) Max Verstappen arrived in Montreal convinced Formula 1’s controversial engine future had finally been rescued. “You can assume that I will still be driving in Formula 1 in 2027,” the Red Bull driver told De Telegraaf. “Yes, certainly. I hope everyone keeps their word.” “I can confirm that I am staying in […]
Prost attacked at home, Salo recovers from stabbing
May 23 (GMM) F1 legend Alain Prost has reportedly been injured during a violent robbery at his home near Lake Geneva. According to Blick newspaper, several masked intruders forced their way into the four-time Formula 1 world champion’s villa in Nyon earlier this week. The 71-year-old is said to have suffered minor head injuries during […]
F1 considering brutal Xmas finish to recover axed races
May 23 (GMM) Formula 1 is reportedly considering an extraordinary late-season calendar reshuffle that would push the 2026 season all the way to Christmas week. According to DAZN journalist Tomas Slafer, Formula 1 is actively studying plans to recover the cancelled Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix after both events were removed from the April […]
Hamilton hits back at retirement rumours in Montreal
May 22 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton has firmly rejected growing speculation that he could retire from Formula 1 at the end of the season. The seven-time world champion arrived in Montreal – one of his strongest circuits historically – amid fresh questions about his long-term future at Ferrari following another inconsistent start to a season. Speaking […]
Ocon, Komatsu, explode over Haas exit rumours in Montreal
May 22 (GMM) Esteban Ocon has angrily dismissed rumours he is headed for the exit at Haas – and even threatened the journalist behind the reports. Speculation about the 29-year-old’s future intensified during the gap between Miami and Montreal after repeated claims that team boss Ayao Komatsu is unhappy with the Frenchman’s performances and behaviour […]
Alonso uncertain about 2027 amid Aston-Honda struggle
May 22 (GMM) Fernando Alonso admits he still has not decided whether he will continue in Formula 1 beyond this season. The almost 45-year-old’s contract with Aston Martin expires at the end of 2026 amid a nightmare campaign for the team and its new Honda partnership. Recent speculation about Alonso’s future intensified after Ralf Schumacher […]
Red Bull hires long-time Ferrari insider Rosato
May 22 (GMM) Red Bull Racing has quietly strengthened its off-track structure by hiring longtime Ferrari insider Gino Rosato as a consultant. The move comes amid significant recent upheaval at Red Bull following a series of high-profile departures over the past two seasons, including Adrian Newey, Jonathan Wheatley and – for the future – Max […]
Peter Sauber defends struggling Audi amid criticism
May 22 (GMM) Peter Sauber has defended Audi amid growing criticism of the German manufacturer’s difficult start to Formula 1. Audi’s first season following the full works transition has been plagued by reliability issues, drivability complaints and a lack of outright engine performance. Some critics have even described the early problems as embarrassing for such […]
BYD openly considering F1 entry amid Horner rumours
May 22 (GMM) Chinese automotive giant BYD has openly confirmed it is seriously considering a future Formula 1 entry. The development follows growing speculation linking the world’s largest electric vehicle manufacturer with former Red Bull Racing boss Christian Horner, who has been re-emerging publicly after the end of his gardening leave period. According to La […]
McLaren plays down Red Bull links to Piastri
May 22 (GMM) Zak Brown has brushed aside growing speculation linking Oscar Piastri with a future move to Red Bull Racing. Rumours intensified after reports claimed Red Bull views Piastri as its preferred replacement if Max Verstappen eventually leaves the team. The speculation comes amid continuing uncertainty about Verstappen’s long-term future following the departures of […]
Verstappen happier as F1 backs away from electric future
May 22 (GMM) Max Verstappen says Formula 1 is finally moving back in the “right direction” after agreeing in principle to major engine changes for 2027. Following widespread criticism of the 2026 regulations and their heavy focus on energy management, the FIA and manufacturers have now broadly agreed to reduce the electrical contribution from 50 […]
Sainz dismisses fears over Madrid GP delays
May 22 (GMM) Carlos Sainz has dismissed ongoing speculation that Madrid’s new Formula 1 circuit could miss its scheduled 2026 debut. The Williams driver completed the first demonstration laps at the new ‘Madring’ layout last week and said construction progress has left him highly confident the project is on schedule. “I’m an ambassador for the […]
F2 champ Fornaroli targets F1 seat with McLaren backing
May 22 (GMM) Leonardo Fornaroli says he hopes to enter Formula 1 full-time next year after beginning trackside duties with McLaren. The 21-year-old Italian, who won the 2025 Formula 2 title, is now a McLaren reserve and development driver under team boss Andrea Stella. Fornaroli told Corriere della Sera he will begin attending grands prix […]
Russell insists ‘no panic’ as Antonelli influence grows
May 22 (GMM) George Russell insists he is not panicking despite mounting pressure from teenage teammate Kimi Antonelli at Mercedes. Antonelli, still only 19 and now in his second Formula 1 season, arrives in Montreal comfortably leading the world championship after a stunning early-season run featuring three consecutive wins from pole position. Meanwhile the more […]
Hadjar stunned by Verstappen’s steering sensitivity
May 22 (GMM) Isack Hadjar says he never even felt the steering problem that troubled Max Verstappen so badly at the start of 2026. Red Bull Racing introduced a revised steering-column system in Miami after Verstappen repeatedly complained about poor front-end feeling during the opening races in Australia, China and Japan. The upgrade appeared to […]
Criticism of F1’s new era grows beyond the paddock
May 21 (GMM) Criticism of Formula 1’s controversial 2026 regulations is now spreading far beyond the grand prix paddock – despite FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem insisting that “only the people who are behind” are complaining. The backlash has increasingly come not only from current F1 drivers, but also from stars in other categories, former […]
Liuzzi ‘not optimistic’ as Ferrari faces crucial Montreal test
May 21 (GMM) Vitantonio Liuzzi admits he is pessimistic about Ferrari’s title hopes despite growing belief the team’s updated chassis may now be among the strongest on the grid. After Miami, Ferrari appeared to slip behind both McLaren and Red Bull again, even though the Italian team introduced an extensive new aerodynamic package centred around […]
F2 eyes permanent Canadian GP slot after late rescue
May 21 (GMM) Formula 2 could become a permanent support category for the Canadian GP after making its North American debut this season. F2 president Bruno Michel told Le Journal de Montreal the championship is eager to establish a long-term presence at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. “Yes, I would like it if we could come back […]