Oct.28 (GMM) As Bernie Ecclestone celebrates his 95th birthday, the former Formula 1 supremo says that at this stage of life, just one person still qualifies as a true friend – Flavio Briatore. Speaking to Bild in Gstaad, where he had invited German journalist Helmut Uhl, 74, and former Formula 1 Management colleague Hannah Gude, […]
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Red Bull rejects 2026 theory amid McLaren resurgence
Oct.28 (GMM) Red Bull insists its late-season development push has nothing to do with concerns about the 2026 engine regulations – despite McLaren’s claim that the reigning champions are sacrificing long-term progress to chase Max Verstappen’s outside hopes of the title. McLaren boss Andrea Stella suggested in Mexico that Red Bull’s decision to keep developing […]
Mercedes and McLaren under budget cap investigation – report
Oct.27 (GMM) Explosive controversy may be brewing over Formula 1’s financial regulations, with Sky Italia now claiming that both Mercedes and McLaren are the two teams suspected of significant budget cap irregularities. According to rumours, the FIA’s Cost Cap Administration is quietly managing the situation behind the scenes in the exciting tail end of the […]
Russell reveals ‘automatic’ Mercedes deal details
Oct.27 (GMM) George Russell has finally shed light on the details of his freshly-signed Mercedes contract – and even hinted at the conditions that could one day make him Max Verstappen’s teammate. The 27-year-old Briton recently extended his deal with Mercedes, but confusion persisted about its length and structure – with speculation ranging from a […]
Tsunoda still in contention as decision delayed
Oct.27 (GMM) Yuki Tsunoda’s Formula 1 future remains uncertain – but the Japanese driver has been handed a crucial reprieve. After weeks of speculation, Dr Helmut Marko has now confirmed that Red Bull’s final 2026 driver decision has been delayed until the end of the season – possibly Abu Dhabi. “We discussed it internally and […]
Colapinto unfazed by Alpine ‘silence’ on 2026 seat
Oct.27 (GMM) Franco Colapinto insists he is unconcerned by rising speculation about his Alpine future – saying the absence of rumours of a potential team shakeup is not proof of anything. The 22-year-old Argentine rookie has spent much of the last month at the centre of intrigue – from his defiance of team orders in […]
Ecclestone turns 95 – ‘I’ve never been so happy’
Oct.27 (GMM) Former Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone turns 95 on Tuesday – and longtime friend and veteran journalist Roger Benoit says the sport’s onetime “tsunami” remains sharp, content, and quietly amused by his own longevity. “I don’t think about it, because at my age, you no longer count in years,” Ecclestone smiled when asked […]
Verstappen trims deficit as rivals rage over FIA
Oct.27 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s podium in Mexico keep his title hopes alive – and even though Lando Norris took the championship lead, the Dutchman actually reduced his overall deficit to 36 points. “To be fighting for P2 after everything that happened in the first few laps is still a strong result,” the quadruple world champion […]
McLaren defends Piastri as slump deepens
Oct.27 (GMM) Andrea Stella insists Oscar Piastri’s recent dip in form has nothing to do with car problems, amid speculation that the Australian’s chassis could be at fault. “All the evidence and data indicate there are no issues with the car,” the McLaren team boss told reporters after Piastri managed only P5 in Mexico, amid […]
Norris seizes championship lead amid boos and bias
Oct.27 (GMM) Lando Norris has taken the world championship lead from his teammate Oscar Piastri – but his Mexico GP victory was clouded by fresh accusations of McLaren favouritism and a chorus of boos from the grandstands. The Briton’s self-confessed “straightforward” win moved him 1 point clear of Piastri, whose recent off-colour run of form […]
Marko says Red Bull driver call now imminent
Oct.26 (GMM) Dr Helmut Marko says Red Bull will confirm its 2026 driver plans “after the Grand Prix” – with teenage prodigy Arvid Lindblad now virtually certain to be promoted to the Racing Bulls lineup. The 18-year-old impressed on Friday in Mexico when he took over Max Verstappen’s car for FP1 and even lapped faster […]
No budget cap breach for Ferrari, McLaren – report
Oct.26 (GMM) The Formula 1 paddock remains on edge as rumours intensify over a possible major budget cap breach – with new Italian reports naming neither Red Bull nor Mercedes, but confirming that Ferrari and McLaren are “in the clear.” Writing in Corriere della Sera, veteran journalist Daniele Sparisci revealed that a “top-tier team” is […]
Verstappen admits ‘mind games’ no longer needed
Oct.26 (GMM) Max Verstappen says he no longer needs to play psychological games with rivals – but admits the growing tension between him and McLaren’s title contenders is starting to resemble 2021. Speaking to De Limburger at the Mexican Grand Prix, the Dutchman reflected on how his mindset has evolved since his first championship duel […]
Marko claims Piastri ‘not handling title pressure’
Oct.26 (GMM) Dr Helmut Marko believes championship leader Oscar Piastri is cracking under pressure – even as Red Bull also struggles through a difficult Mexican Grand Prix weekend. Despite updates to the RB21, Max Verstappen could manage only fifth in qualifying, while Piastri was a subdued eighth fastest, moving up to P7 on the grid […]
Red Bull delays driver call as Lindblad shines
Oct.25 (GMM) Red Bull has postponed its long-awaited driver announcements – even as rising star Arvid Lindblad strengthens his claim for a 2026 Formula 1 seat. Helmut Marko had suggested both Red Bull teams’ lineups would be settled by the Mexican Grand Prix weekend, but the decision has now been pushed back. “We have some […]
Brown retracts Verstappen-to-Mercedes claim
Oct.25 (GMM) McLaren CEO Zak Brown has backtracked on his earlier prediction that Max Verstappen could leave Red Bull – admitting the Dutchman looks stronger than ever as he closes rapidly in the world championship fight. Before the summer break, Brown had publicly speculated that Verstappen might join Mercedes, even calling his manager Raymond Vermeulen […]
Red Bull ups upgrade push as McLaren holds fire
Oct.25 (GMM) Red Bull has arrived in Mexico with the only significant car upgrade in the pitlane – while McLaren insists its early development stop was deliberate, even if it risked handing Max Verstappen a late-season surge. The RB21 appeared with revised cooling inlets, new front brake ducts, floor adjustments and edge-wing updates – a […]
Hamilton warns McLaren as Red Bull turns up heat
Oct.25 (GMM) The uneasy truce between McLaren and Red Bull is fraying as the championship fight tightens – and even Lewis Hamilton says the orange camp must toughen up fast. After ‘tape-gate’ in Austin, new Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies vowed to end what he called “silly games”. “On one side, you can probably say […]
FIA delays budget cap verdict amid new breach rumours
Oct.25 (GMM) In the wake of Aston Martin admitting a minor procedural breach, rumours are building in Mexico that another team may be facing a more serious issue with the 2024 budget cap. Aston Martin admitted to a small administrative error in its 2024 financial submission, which the FIA has classified as a “procedural matter.” […]
Hadjar rules out early Red Bull switch
Oct.24 (GMM) Despite a dip in form since summer, Isack Hadjar remains confident he is on course for promotion to Red Bull Racing in 2026 – even as tension mounts among the current Racing Bulls lineup. The 21-year-old Frenchman endured a subdued weekend in Austin but told Sky Italia he’s eager to bounce back in […]