Aug.13 (GMM) The 2025 Italian GP at Monza is already sold out for race day – and organisers say the event is now on course to break last year’s attendance record. ACI commissioner Tullio Del Sette confirmed the news less than a month before lights out on September 7. “The large expected turnout, which will […]
Leclerc loyal but in career crisis – Danner
Aug.13 (GMM) As Ferrari’s focus this season has often been on Lewis Hamilton’s difficult transition, Christian Danner believes the team’s consistent top performer – Charles Leclerc – could himself be in the midst of a career crisis. Danner, a former F1 driver turned German television pundit, told motorsport-magazin.com: “Of course, Leclerc is thinking about whether […]
Hamilton denies issuing ‘orders’ in Ferrari papers
Aug.12 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton insists his detailed written feedback to Ferrari was not a set of instructions, as speculation about his future intensifies. “There were no orders for the team in those documents,” the seven-time world champion said. “There were just ideas like: ‘What if we did this?’, ‘Have we already tried this?’, ‘With this […]
British F1 media bias debate reignites after Bortoleto snub
Aug.12 (GMM) Claims of obvious bias in the British Formula 1 media have resurfaced after rookie Gabriel Bortoleto’s standout performances received limited coverage in the UK broadcast of recent grands prix. Fernando Alonso, whose company manages Bortoleto, praised the Sauber rookie’s run to sixth in Hungary – but also noted the media imbalance. “If he […]
Albers questions ‘friendly’ atmosphere among F1 drivers
Aug.12 (GMM) Christijan Albers says he struggles to relate to the unusually harmonious relationships between today’s Formula 1 drivers. Speaking on De Telegraaf’s F1 podcast, the former Minardi and Midland driver contrasted the current scene – where rivals often travel, train and socialise together – with his own era, when most drivers barely spoke and […]
McLaren keeps pressure on over ‘A-B team’ model
Aug.12 (GMM) McLaren is continuing to question the fairness of the A-B team model in Formula 1 – a structure most prominently seen in Red Bull’s ownership of both Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls. The issue has long been a flashpoint between McLaren CEO Zak Brown and former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner. […]
Antonelli concedes quali weakness in rookie year
Aug.12 (GMM) Kimi Antonelli admits he is still struggling to extract the maximum from his Mercedes over a single lap in his debut Formula 1 season. Literal tears flowed during the 18-year-old’s first Belgian GP at Spa-Francorchamps due to a weekend of poor pace, prompting Mercedes to revert to an older rear suspension specification for […]
Albon commits to Williams project amid strong 2025 form
Aug.11 (GMM) Alex Albon says his focus remains firmly on Williams despite his rising stock in Formula 1 this year. “I feel like I’ve put so much time, energy and soul into moving this car up the rankings,” the Thai-British driver is quoted as saying by France’s Auto Hebdo. “It’s clear that my stock has […]
F1 racing ‘over’ but other roles possible – Vettel
Aug.11 (GMM) Sebastian Vettel has firmly closed the door on returning to Formula 1 as a driver – but is still open to other roles in the sport. Speaking to ZDF Sportstudio alongside members of the Germany SailGP team he co-owns, the four-time world champion said: “The kids are incredibly fun at home, the tractor […]
Paddock split as Horner’s future rumours swirl
Aug.11 (GMM) The fallout from Christian Horner’s Red Bull exit continues to divide the Formula 1 paddock – and fuel speculation about his next move. McLaren CEO Zak Brown caused a stir prior to the August break when he declared publicly that F1 is better off without the former Red Bull boss. Dutch pundit Allard […]
Spa hints at extra F1 races beyond new rotation deal
Aug.11 (GMM) Spa-Francorchamps could host Formula 1 beyond its guaranteed years under the sport’s new rotation system, according to circuit chairman Melchior Wathelet. Earlier this year, following a period of uncertainty, F1 and the iconic venue agreed a new six-year deal running to 2031, with the Belgian GP confirmed for 2026, 2027, 2029 and 2031 […]
Ferrari stuck with Hamilton despite retirement storm
Aug.11 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton’s explosive remarks before the August break have triggered fresh speculation about his future – but reports suggest Ferrari has little choice but to keep the seven-time world champion. La Gazzetta dello Sport claims the 40-year-old, who called himself “useless” in Hungary and dared Ferrari to replace him, is on a fixed […]
Pirelli doubts wet tyres will see action again in ’25
Aug.8 (GMM) Pirelli boss Mario Isola has admitted that Formula 1 may not see a single full wet tyre used for the rest of the 2025 season – even if it rains. Speaking to Spain’s Diario Sport, Isola said the combination of high-spray ground effect cars – coupled with obvious extreme race director caution – […]
Singapore GP to proceed despite corruption case
Aug.8 (GMM) The Singapore GP will go ahead as planned in October despite the upcoming sentencing of race promoter Ong Beng Seng. The 79-year-old property tycoon, who played a pivotal role in bringing Formula 1 to Singapore and remains its official promoter, has pleaded guilty to abetting obstruction of justice in a high-profile corruption case […]
Toyota steps up push for F1 seat with Haas test
Aug.7 (GMM) Toyota appears increasingly determined to place one of its drivers in Formula 1 – with Haas emerging as the launchpad. The Japanese giant this week ran a private two-day test at Fuji Speedway using a 2023-spec Haas, as part of the American team’s new Testing of Previous Cars (TPC) program, which Toyota has […]
Wolff says 2026 Mercedes lineup now set
Aug.7 (GMM) Toto Wolff has all but confirmed that Mercedes will continue with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli into Formula 1’s new rules era. With Max Verstappen now committed to staying at Red Bull beyond 2025, the Mercedes boss says talks with the quadruple world champion are over – and Russell’s contract will surely be […]
Perez return rumours fuelled by ex-physio
Aug.7 (GMM) Sergio Perez’s former physio believes the Mexican driver is preparing for a 2026 Formula 1 return. Xavi Martos, who worked closely with Perez for years, pointed to a recent managerial change as evidence the 35-year-old is not done with F1. “I think people have missed one thing,” Martos said on the Duralavita podcast. […]
Williams’ Sainz urges ‘design philosophy change’
Aug.7 (GMM) Carlos Sainz has urged Williams to pursue a “change in design philosophy” after enduring a difficult Hungarian Grand Prix weekend. The Spaniard, 30, has been frank about the 2025 car’s limitations since switching from Ferrari, but stopped short of criticising the team – instead offering insight and a dose of realism about their […]
Brown backs Cadillac entry as ‘good for everyone’
Aug.7 (GMM) Zak Brown has played down persistent concerns about Cadillac’s confirmed 2026 Formula 1 entry – insisting the arrival of the American giant will ultimately benefit the sport and its teams. Speaking to Dutch magazine Formule 1, the McLaren CEO acknowledged early fears that General Motors’ new team could dilute prize money or poach […]
Boss denies MotoGP team sale to Steiner as ‘fake news’
Aug.7 (GMM) Tech3 boss Herve Poncharal has denied reports that he sold his MotoGP team to well-known former F1 team principal Guenther Steiner, calling the speculation “absolute fake news.” Widespread headlines last week claimed Steiner, 60, would take over Tech3 with backing from US investment group Apex in a deal worth over 20 million euros. […]