Oct.6 (GMM) Yuki Tsunoda’s Red Bull future looks increasingly bleak after a disastrous Singapore weekend left the Japanese driver outside the points and lapped by his teammate. Tsunoda, who had shown mild improvement since Monza, slumped to P12 after also qualifying outside the top 10 in what he admitted was a nightmare start. “That was […]
Wolff says Russell deal ‘confirmed’ after Singapore win
Oct.6 (GMM) Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has effectively confirmed that Singapore GP winner George Russell will stay with the team for 2026 – ending weeks of speculation over contract delays. Russell’s dominant lights-to-flag victory from pole appears to have settled the matter after a tense period of talks about salary, sponsor duties, and contract length. […]
Ferrari missing leadership amid slump – Benetton
Oct.6 (GMM) Former Formula 1 personality Alessandro Benetton says Ferrari’s continued struggles are rooted in leadership – as frustration again boiled over in Singapore. Ferrari endured another poor weekend, with Fernando Alonso – once a Ferrari driver himself – venting repeatedly over team radio after clashing with old rival Lewis Hamilton. “I cannot f*cking believe […]
Verstappen thinks fifth title still not likely
Oct.6 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s P2 in Singapore kept his faint title hopes alive – and confirmed that Red Bull’s post-Christian Horner resurgence now extends beyond low-downforce tracks. Although the Dutchman’s streak of poles and wins at Baku and Monza came to an end, finishing ahead of both McLaren drivers was seen as another step forward. […]
McLaren clinch title amid Norris-Piastri clash drama
Oct.6 (GMM) McLaren sealed the 2025 Constructors’ Championship in Singapore – but the celebrations were overshadowed by a fiery first-lap clash between teammates Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The incident came as Norris moved to pass his championship-leading teammate, with the contact sending Australian-born tempers flaring on team radio. “Yeah, I mean that wasn’t very […]
Verstappen, Hamilton slam plan to mandate cooling vest
Oct.5 (GMM) Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton have both criticised moves by the FIA to make the cockpit cooling vest compulsory in Formula 1’s new “heat hazard” races. This weekend’s Singapore GP is the first to receive the official heat classification, allowing the FIA to require specific cooling measures. For 2025 the vest remains optional, […]
Verstappen to lose chief mechanic to Audi
Oct.5 (GMM) Max Verstappen will have a new chief mechanic at Red Bull next season. Well-connected Dutch journalist Erik van Haren of De Telegraaf reports that “multiple sources” have confirmed the news, with Matt Caller set to leave the team at the end of 2025. “Max Verstappen will have a different chief mechanic at Red […]
Vasseur plays down another poor Ferrari weekend
Oct.5 (GMM) Ferrari’s ongoing sluggish form has triggered a new wave of criticism in Italy, with the team enduring another bruising weekend in Singapore. Sky Italia’s Leo Turrini summed up the mood bluntly: “Zero prospects and zero titles.” Lewis Hamilton has obviously endured a harder transition to life in red than anyone expected. “I felt […]
Russell shines amid ongoing 2026 contract tension
Oct.5 (GMM) George Russell’s stunning pole in Singapore came amid ongoing uncertainty about his future at Mercedes. Italian journalist Leo Turrini told Sky Italia that Russell’s qualifying form may have been fuelled by the situation. “Not having a job guarantee has launched George towards a sensational qualifying session,” he said. “His contract hasn’t been signed […]
Red Bull resurgence leaves McLaren scrambling
Oct.5 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s post-Christian Horner revival continued in Singapore, as Red Bull’s title chase suddenly looks alive again. Although 69 points still separate him from championship leader Oscar Piastri, Verstappen is now on a three-race surge that has dragged Red Bull back into the fight. Former F1 driver Giedo van der Garde told Viaplay […]
Red Bull fumes, McLaren hits back as title race heats up
Oct.5 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s championship chase took a tense turn in Singapore after the Red Bull driver accused Lando Norris of costing him pole position. On team radio, the Red Bull engineer quipped that he can “thank” his “friend” for missing out on top spot – a clear reference to the McLaren driver. Verstappen later […]
Verstappen, McLarens head title focus as Alonso shocks
Oct.4 (GMM) Fernando Alonso stunned the paddock on Friday in Singapore, topping the first session and staying inside the top four all day for Aston Martin. Red Bullâs Dr Helmut Marko admitted the Spaniardâs pace caught his attention. “We have to watch out for him. He was consistently fast all day,” said the Austrian. Still, […]
Domenicali pragmatic about Imolaâs F1 future
Oct.4 (GMM) Stefano Domenicali says he accepts the loss of Imola from Formula 1âs calendar, even though the historic Italian circuit is his birthplace. The F1 CEO told Gianluca Gazzoliâs The BSMT podcast that history alone no longer guarantees a place on the bustling schedule. “If a grand prix has this historical value, it’s an […]
Marko confirms Red Bull talks with Dunne
Oct.4 (GMM) Dr Helmut Marko has confirmed speculation linking Alex Dunne with a Red Bull-owned Formula 1 seat. The 19-year-old Irishman’s split from McLarenâs junior program was announced in Singapore, sparking immediate rumours of a switch to Red Bull. Speaking to Sky Deutschland in Singapore, Marko admitted discussions are underway. “Alex Dunne is a very […]
Horner rumours swirl as paddock bosses respond
Oct.4 (GMM) Christian Horner remains at the centre of speculation in Singapore, even as he emerges on the public-speaking circuit. The former Red Bull team principal has been listed by a UK agency at minimally 25,000 pounds per appearance for conferences and after-dinner engagements. But sources insist Hornerâs true ambition is to return to Formula […]
Alonso to wear cooling vest at ‘heat hazard’ GP
Oct.3 (GMM) This weekend’s Singapore GP has been designated Formula 1’s first official ‘heat hazard’ race, with the FIA moving to address driver safety in extreme conditions. The decision follows the infamous Singapore edition two years ago, when several drivers fainted or vomited in their cockpits amid brutal heat and humidity. The new classification allows […]
Williams posts $67m loss despite revival
Oct.3 (GMM) Williams has revealed another heavy annual loss, even as the historic team celebrates progress on and off the track. Financial filings show a post-tax deficit of $67.5 million in 2024 – the Grove outfit’s fifth straight year in the red – bringing cumulative losses since 2020 to over $285m. Revenue, however, rose sharply […]
Red Bull driver picture takes shape amid Dunne rumours
Oct.3 (GMM) The Red Bull stable’s 2026 lineup remains unsettled, with fresh intrigue following Alex Dunne’s sudden departure from McLaren’s young driver program. The Irish teenager, recently praised by Dr Helmut Marko and spotted in talks with the Austrian, confirmed he has split with McLaren in a year that included an F1 test and two […]
Final Dutch GP at Zandvoort already sold out
Oct.3 (GMM) Next year’s Dutch GP at Zandvoort – the last on Formula 1’s calendar for now – is already a sell-out. Organisers confirmed that all weekend passes for the August 21-23, 2026 event have been snapped up, with only a handful of hospitality options remaining. Circuit boss Robert van Overdijk described the demand as […]
Drugovich moves on from Aston Martin reserve role
Oct.3 (GMM) Felipe Drugovich has confirmed he will leave Aston Martin at the end of the year, ending his three-season stint as the team’s reserve driver. The 25-year-old Brazilian has signed with Andretti to race in Formula E, closing the door on his Formula 1 hopes – at least for now. He is widely tipped […]