Jul.4 (GMM) Frederic Vasseur has given his clearest indication yet that Lewis Hamilton will remain at Ferrari for 2027, even as he insisted it is too early to discuss a contract extension. The comments follow growing speculation that Hamilton’s existing Ferrari deal includes an option for 2027, with reports suggesting activation depends largely on either […]
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FIA set to explain ADUO verdict to Red Bull
Jul.4 (GMM) Red Bull’s dispute with the FIA over the controversial ADUO engine compensation system is set to intensify with a high-level meeting at Silverstone. According to De Telegraaf, FIA officials will meet Red Bull’s senior leadership this weekend to explain why the governing body concluded the team’s internal combustion engine is the strongest on […]
Vowles says Sainz wants to stay, but has options
Jul.4 (GMM) James Vowles insists Carlos Sainz wants to finish his Formula 1 career at Williams, but the Spaniard says he has yet to decide where his future lies. The pair’s comments come amid fresh speculation linking Sainz with Audi and Alpine for 2027, as Williams continues to struggle despite introducing new wings at Silverstone. […]
Sainz predicts ‘yo-yo’ racing despite FIA tweak
Jul.4 (GMM) Carlos Sainz expects Formula 1’s controversial 2026 regulations to produce more “yo-yo” racing at Silverstone despite the FIA making another late adjustment to the energy rules. Drivers including Max Verstappen, Fernando Alonso and Charles Leclerc have all complained this week that the current regulations have robbed classic circuits such as Silverstone of much […]
Bearman, Ocon admit Haas has fallen behind
Jul.4 (GMM) Oliver Bearman admits Haas has slipped backwards in Formula 1’s development race, with rivals outpacing the American team under the still-young 2026 regulations. After a promising start to the season, Haas has now fallen into a fight with Williams at the back of the midfield. “Last weekend we optimised everything and we were […]
Newey apologises for struggle, explains team boss role
Jul.4 (GMM) Adrian Newey has apologised to Aston Martin’s partners and drivers as the team waits for its long-awaited upgrade packages in Hungary and Zandvoort. Speaking to sponsors and journalists at Aston Martin’s Silverstone headquarters, including Mundo Deportivo, the team principal admitted the team’s difficult start to 2026 has been painful. “I want to thank […]
Lego makes F1 drivers look like ‘clowns’ – Verstappen
Jul.4 (GMM) Max Verstappen has intensified his criticism of Formula 1’s new Lego drivers’ parade, saying the sport risks making its stars “look like kids or clowns”. The four-time world champion had already questioned the spectacle, while Lewis Hamilton even suggested he may skip it altogether. “I prefer to play at home with Lego – […]
Honda sets engine target, Alonso waits on Aston progress
Jul.3 (GMM) Aston Martin and Honda are converging on the same target as they prepare their long-awaited recovery plan. After Adrian Newey confirmed the team’s major ‘B car’ will debut in Hungary, Honda is now targeting the following race at Zandvoort for its similarly significant engine upgrade. “I was expecting this question,” Honda chief race […]
Marko joins budget cap debate over endless upgrades
Jul.3 (GMM) Dr Helmut Marko has joined growing questions about how some Formula 1 teams continue introducing major upgrades without appearing to trouble the budget cap. The debate intensified after Mercedes boss Toto Wolff expressed surprise at Ferrari’s relentless development pace, with George Russell admitting he has noticed the same trend. “We were surprised by […]
Sainz pledges ‘free time’, Vowles dismisses exit fears
Jul.3 (GMM) Carlos Sainz insists he is investing even more of himself in Williams as the team begins a crucial development push at Silverstone. After a backwards step in 2026 so far, Williams has arrived at its home race with a new front wing and nose – the first stage of a broader upgrade plan […]
Hamilton said to hold final say over Ferrari 2027 deal
Jul.3 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton is increasingly expected to remain at Ferrari for 2027, although reports suggest the final decision could ultimately rest with the seven-time world champion himself. Italian reports claim Ferrari is preparing to activate an option extending Hamilton’s stay through the end of 2027, although no announcement is expected at Silverstone. The deal […]
Antonelli admits Russell’s ‘stai calmo’ jibe aimed at him
Jul.3 (GMM) Kimi Antonelli has admitted George Russell’s now-famous “stai calmo” radio message after qualifying in Austria was indeed directed at his Mercedes teammate. After taking pole at the Red Bull Ring, Russell celebrated over the radio with the Italian phrase “stai calmo” (“stay calm”), prompting speculation he was teasing Antonelli after the championship leader […]
Norris suggests Verstappen ‘wants’ McLaren switch
Jul.3 (GMM) The Max Verstappen-to-McLaren saga continued to dominate discussion at Silverstone on Thursday, with the Dutchman, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri all weighing in on the latest speculation. After days of reports suggesting Verstappen’s management explored the possibility of a move to Woking, the four-time world champion again refused to fuel the rumours. “I’m […]
Verstappen, Hamilton cool on Silverstone’s Lego parade
Jul.3 (GMM) Not every Formula 1 driver is looking forward to Sunday’s Lego-themed drivers’ parade at Silverstone. After the success of last year’s two-seater Lego cars in Miami, Formula 1 has gone a step further by giving each driver an individual Lego mini-kart for the British GP parade. But Max Verstappen is not among the […]
Sainz proposes penalty after Austria yellow flag row
Jul.3 (GMM) The fallout from Formula 1’s controversial yellow-flag handling in Austrian GP qualifying is continuing, with Carlos Sainz proposing an automatic penalty for drivers who trigger the incident. George Russell kept pole position after correctly following the regulations under a single yellow following Max Verstappen’s crash, but many drivers and observers argued the FIA […]
Horner set for Silverstone paddock return
Jul.2 (GMM) Christian Horner looks set to make his first Formula 1 paddock appearance since his Red Bull exit at this weekend’s British GP. Amid fresh speculation linking the former Red Bull boss with Aston Martin, Germany’s Bild now reports Horner has been invited to Silverstone by Formula 1 and the FIA. “Formula 1 has […]
Bayer reveals Red Bull plan for Tsolov F1 test
Jul.2 (GMM) Red Bull is preparing to give rising Formula 2 star Nikola Tsolov his first proper taste of modern Formula 1 machinery. As speculation continues about the Bulgarian’s chances of taking Liam Lawson’s place at Racing Bulls for 2027, team CEO Peter Bayer has now revealed that a Test of Previous Cars (TPC) outing […]
McLaren bosses keeping Verstappen rumours alive
Jul.2 (GMM) McLaren continues to insist it is not in the market for Max Verstappen, even as the team keeps joking that Formula 1 should introduce a third car. The speculation has intensified in recent days amid persistent reports linking the four-time world champion with the Woking team. After CEO Zak Brown joked in Austria […]
Audi politics put Hulkenberg under pressure?
Jul.2 (GMM) Nico Hulkenberg’s place at Audi is reportedly becoming another storyline to watch in Formula 1’s growing driver market. According to German journalist Ralf Bach, speaking to f1-insider.com, internal politics rather than outright performance issues could become a problem for the experienced German. “I have the feeling that there’s a bit too much politics […]
McLaren can still catch Mercedes despite deficit – Stella
Jul.2 (GMM) McLaren boss Andrea Stella insists the reigning champions are not worried despite admitting Mercedes currently has a clear edge in Formula 1’s new era. The Woking team arrived at Silverstone after Lando Norris admitted McLaren is around “three months behind” Mercedes in development under the 2026 regulations. Stella agrees the gap is significant […]