Jul.10 (GMM) The promoter of the legendary Belgian GP at fabled Spa-Francorchamps says the event wants to dodge Formula 1’s plans to annually alternate some European races in the future. After next weekend’s Hungarian GP, F1 will complete its pre-August break schedule at Spa, with promoter Vanessa Maes revealing that ticket sales are going well. […]
F1 set to lose major sponsor Rolex – report
Jul.10 (GMM) Formula 1 could be set to lose one of its biggest global sponsors, according to the Swiss newspaper Blick. The deal with the well-known luxury Swiss watchmaker Rolex, involving official timekeeping, dates back well over a decade, with F1 legend Sir Jackie Stewart instrumental in the F1 link-up at the time. “I proposed […]
Toyota deal possible for resurgent Haas
Jul.10 (GMM) A new and wild rumour is circulating that Japanese carmaker giant Toyota could be considering a return to Formula 1. According to the speculation, the marque – having wrapped up its works F1 project at the end of 2009 – might see the resurgent-yet-small Haas outfit as the way back into the paddock. […]
Sainz now ‘most likely’ Hamilton successor – Schumacher
Jul.10 (GMM) Carlos Sainz appears to be inching towards becoming Lewis Hamilton’s successor at Mercedes. It now appears almost certain that Williams will oust Logan Sargeant – perhaps within the 2024 season. “I just want someone next to me who is fast,” declared incumbent Alex Albon. “Someone who can teach me something and make the […]
Ex-drivers say Norris ‘not ready’ to win F1 title
Jul.9 (GMM) Despite now having arguably the best car in Formula 1, Lando Norris has some way to go before he is ready to fight for a world championship. That’s the view of two former F1 drivers, following Norris’ extreme disappointment about finishing just third between multiple world champions Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen at […]
Hulkenberg says Haas should consider retaining Magnussen
Jul.9 (GMM) Kevin Magnussen should “definitely” still be in the running to remain at Haas in 2025. That is the view of the Danish driver’s current teammate Nico Hulkenberg, who has signed up to switch to Sauber next year ahead of the Swiss team’s 2026 transition to works Audi status. Hulkenberg has generally outshone 31-year-old […]
Aston set to announce Cardile’s next move on Wednesday
Jul.9 (GMM) After a period of conflicting rumours, Ferrari has now confirmed that its technical director Enrico Cardile has left with immediate effect. Mere days ago, amid rumours Aston Martin was about to sign the long-time Maranello stalwart, La Gazzetta dello Sport claimed Cardile was actually staying put. “Ferrari’s technical director is at the forefront […]
Boss denies lack of focus caused Ferrari slump
Jul.8 (GMM) Even Red Bull’s Dr Helmut Marko applauded a return to the top step for Lewis Hamilton at Silverstone, after a long three-year winning drought for the seven time world champion. “You can only congratulate him,” the Austrian told Sky Deutschland after the British GP. “You could see his strength in terms of tyre […]
Perez facing Belgian GP ‘ultimatum’ to keep F1 seat
Jul.8 (GMM) Sources are reporting that a specific performance clause in the new contract signed by Sergio Perez could trigger a major reshuffle affecting both of Red Bull’s Formula 1 teams. Perez’s post-contract signing performance slump continued with a vengeance at Silverstone, where he spun out of Q1 and could then finish no higher than […]
Verstappen hits back at McLaren: ‘Who is Zak Brown?’
Jul.7 (GMM) Max Verstappen has returned fire at rival team McLaren’s CEO Zak Brown, in the wake of a stinging attack at Silverstone. Lando Norris is rapidly becoming Verstappen’s only real rival for the 2024 title, prompting McLaren bosses Andrea Stella and Brown to ramp up their rhetoric following the crash in Austria one week […]
Ocon to be Ferrari-funded Bearman’s teammate
Jul.7 (GMM) Esteban Ocon has now signed a contract to keep his Formula 1 career alive with Haas from 2025, according to multiple sources at the British GP. Already this weekend, the small American team announced that 18-year-old rookie Oliver Bearman will replace the Audi-Sauber-bound Nico Hulkenberg. Team boss Ayao Komatsu denied that he was […]
Perez ‘not exempt’ from contract clauses – Marko
Jul.7 (GMM) “Tremendous pressure” is mounting on Sergio Perez to immediately up his game, as rumours gain strength that Red Bull could terminate his newly-signed 2025 contract. Just when he needed to end a post-contract slump, the Mexican driver spun out of a slippery Q1 at Silverstone. “He spins off like an amateur,” former Red […]
Alpine ‘super happy’ with Mick Schumacher test – Wolff
Jul.7 (GMM) Mick Schumacher is clinging to his dream of a return to Formula 1, and may have taken a big step towards that earlier this week. The former Haas driver is clearly in the running to replace Esteban Ocon next year, and last week took part in a head-to-head test against Jack Doohan in […]
Antonelli not an option for Williams – Vowles
Jul.7 (GMM) Andrea ‘Kimi’ Antonelli is firmly back in the running to make his Formula 1 debut, as he secured a breakthrough F2 win at Silverstone. Just 24 hours earlier, the 17-year-old’s mentor Toto Wolff was hinting that Carlos Sainz might be a better option to replace Lewis Hamilton next year. A major concern is […]
No regrets for Hamilton as Ferrari backtracks
Jul.7 (GMM) As the team he prepares to leave locks out the front row of the grid at Silverstone, Lewis Hamilton insists he has no regrets about his impending move to Ferrari. Lando Norris is rapidly becoming Max Verstappen’s only real rival for the 2024 title, but the McLaren driver has two silver cars ahead […]
No technical ‘panic’ at Red Bull yet – Pierre Wache
Jul.6 (GMM) Despite the departure of Adrian Newey and ever more competitive rivals, Red Bull’s technical boss insists there is “no panic” inside the formerly dominant team. After utterly dominating in the new ‘ground effect’ era since 2022, Ferrari, Mercedes and particularly McLaren are now closer than ever – and the latter’s Lando Norris is […]
Ricciardo back in the running to replace Perez
Jul.6 (GMM) In the ever-changing and hectic driver ‘silly season’, Daniel Ricciardo is suddenly back in the running for one of the most competitive seats in the sport. Red Bull boss Christian Horner chided the “brutally hard question” asked of him at Silverstone about whether the team already regrets recently extending the underperforming Sergio Perez’s […]
‘Big names’ attracted to Aston amid latest Newey rumours
Jul.6 (GMM) Two prominent figures at Aston Martin are hinting that more “big name signings” could be in the works. After a highly impressive start to last season for Fernando Alonso in particular, the rapidly-growing Formula 1 team is having a much tougher time with a less competitive 2024 car. Team ambassador Pedro de la […]
‘Hard to understand’ Sainz decision delay – Zhou
Jul.6 (GMM) Guanyu Zhou admits he is becoming frustrated about Carlos Sainz’s indecision, delays and missed deadlines over his next career move in Formula 1. Audi-owned Sauber and Williams have offered Spaniard Sainz, who must leave Ferrari at the end of the season, long-term deals for 2025 and beyond. Not just that, Alpine team advisor […]
Sainz ‘ready’ to sign Alpine-Mercedes F1 deal
Jul.6 (GMM) Carlos Sainz says he has spoken his final word on his Formula 1 future beyond 2024 until an official announcement is ready to be made. The Ferrari refugee is believed to have rejected Audi-owned Sauber’s offer, and pushed the patience of Williams boss James Vowles too far by ignoring several deadlines. Vowles is […]