Oct.21 (GMM) Even as Max Verstappen’s title surge tightens the championship battle, McLaren remains adamant that no ‘number 1’ driver will be declared between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris. Red Bull’s Laurent Mekies said after Austin that McLaren’s deliberations over the matter is “exactly what they should be doing.” “To be completely honest, I’m not […]
Red Bull fined for ‘tape-gate’ scuffle with McLaren
Oct.21 (GMM) Red Bull’s celebrations after Max Verstappen’s dominant United States GP win were briefly put on hold when the FIA summoned the team over an unusual grid-lane incident that later earned a 50,000 euros fine – half of it suspended. The stewards’ report, released late on Sunday, said a Red Bull team member “re-entered […]
Vasseur admits morale hit after halting development
Oct.20 (GMM) Frederic Vasseur says Ferrari’s early decision to stop developing its 2025 car took a heavier psychological toll on the team than he anticipated – even as Charles Leclerc’s podium in Austin offered some long-awaited relief. Speaking to Canal Plus amid ongoing speculation over his leadership and Ferrari’s direction, the Frenchman acknowledged that while […]
Madrid’s F1 preparations ‘ahead of schedule’
Oct.20 (GMM) Madrid’s preparations to host the Spanish GP from 2026 are “progressing faster than expected,” according to regional president Isabel Diaz Ayuso, who visited Austin at the weekend to observe how Formula 1 events are run on a global stage. Speaking to DAZN from the Circuit of the Americas – where F1 announced a […]
Tsunoda resurgence makes Marko pause on 2026 decision
Oct.20 (GMM) Yuki Tsunoda’s strong weekend in Austin may have arrived just in time to save his Formula 1 future – with Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko now appearing to delay a decision on who will partner Max Verstappen in 2026. Marko had previously indicated that the verdict would come after next weekend’s Mexican […]
Defying team order ‘right thing to do’ – Colapinto
Oct.20 (GMM) Franco Colapinto has risked internal backlash at Alpine by openly defying a team order during the United States GP – a decision that new team manager Steve Nielsen has described as “disappointing” and subject to review. With both Alpines running out of the points and the team once again the slowest outfit of […]
Verstappen backs Rovanpera’s ‘crazy’ F1 switch
Oct.20 (GMM) Max Verstappen says he fully supports Kalle Rovanpera’s shock decision to leave rallying and pursue a path toward Formula 1 – even if it’s one of the most radical career moves motorsport has seen in years. “It’s a crazy step to take, but I like it,” Verstappen told Viaplay in Austin. “Of course […]
Piastri ‘unsettled’ while McLaren ‘trembling’
Oct.20 (GMM) The pressure inside McLaren is rising fast, as Max Verstappen’s relentless comeback continues to erode the once-comfortable lead of championship leader Oscar Piastri. Austin exposed new signs of tension within the Woking camp – a bruising weekend that left CEO Zak Brown “glad it’s over” and admitted Red Bull’s momentum is now unmistakable. […]
Red Bull still has car update ‘up our sleeve’
Oct.20 (GMM) Max Verstappen has reignited the Formula 1 world championship fight, slashing Oscar Piastri’s lead to just 40 points after a dominant United States GP weekend that left Red Bull brimming with confidence and McLaren visibly shaken. Since Zandvoort, Verstappen has clawed back 64 points – four wins and a surge of form that […]
Elkann breaks silence to back Vasseur and rally Ferrari
Oct.19 (GMM) Ferrari chairman John Elkann has spoken publicly for the first time amid weeks of speculation over the Scuderia’s leadership – declaring his “full confidence” in team boss Frederic Vasseur and urging unity inside Maranello. Speaking at the National Italian American Foundation’s 50th Anniversary in Washington, Elkann directly addressed mounting pressure on Ferrari after […]
Drugovich reveals Stroll ‘almost quit’ F1
Oct.19 (GMM) Felipe Drugovich has revealed just how close he came to securing a Formula 1 seat with Aston Martin – claiming Lance Stroll “almost didn’t continue” for 2024 before ultimately deciding to stay. Speaking on Brazil’s Na Ponta dos Dedos podcast, the 2022 Formula 2 champion confirmed long-rumoured speculation that Stroll had considered quitting […]
‘Nervous’ McLaren can no longer win ‘the easy way’
Oct.19 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s charge back into title contention is forcing McLaren to confront a growing internal dilemma – whether to let Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri continue fighting freely, or impose team orders as the stakes rise. The tension has been building for some time, now culminating in McLaren’s chaotic sprint race double-DNF in […]
‘Looks like it could work out’ for Verstappen – Marko
Oct.19 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s late-season resurgence gathered more momentum in Austin, where both McLaren drivers crashed out on the first lap of the sprint – handing Red Bull a crucial psychological edge ahead of Sunday’s grand prix. Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were eliminated at Turn 1 after a chain reaction involving Nico Hulkenberg and […]
Wolff admits Russell deal includes 2026 exit option
Oct.18 (GMM) Toto Wolff has admitted that Mercedes and George Russell could part ways at the end of 2026, despite the Briton signing what is apparently a new multi-year contract. The announcement ended months of speculation surrounding Mercedes’ hesitation to renew Russell’s deal – a delay widely seen as the team’s effort to keep its […]
Symonds reveals Cadillac-Ferrari test as 2026 debut nears
Oct.18 (GMM) Cadillac’s preparations for its 2026 Formula 1 debut are gathering pace, with chief technical advisor Pat Symonds confirming the team has already conducted hands-on tests using a two-year-old Ferrari. Speaking to reporters in Austin, the former Williams and Renault veteran said the early running gave Cadillac’s mechanics vital operational experience ahead of the […]
Ex-boss Binotto feels for Ferrari amid ongoing slump
Oct.18 (GMM) Ferrari’s struggles have returned to centre stage in Austin, where both Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton were left far adrift of the front-runners in qualifying – prompting Italy’s Autosprint to headline: “Austin is throwing reality in Ferrari’s face.” The Maranello team’s form slump shows little sign of easing, with Leclerc and Hamilton only […]
Apple deal ‘super exciting’ as F1 targets US boom
Oct.18 (GMM) Formula 1 will move from ESPN to Apple TV in the United States next season, after the tech giant confirmed an exclusive five-year broadcasting agreement reportedly worth hundreds of millions of dollars. The deal marks Apple’s most ambitious push yet into live sports and deepens its growing ties with Formula 1 following the […]
Ben Sulayem to stand unopposed in FIA election
Oct.18 (GMM) FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem will remain unchallenged in December’s election, after all three potential rivals were blocked from standing under the federation’s complex nomination rules. American motorsport figure Tim Mayer, along with two female candidates, had each expressed interest in contesting the presidency – but were ruled out due to the FIA’s […]
Sainz pushes for sprint weekend overhaul
Oct.18 (GMM) Carlos Sainz has called for Formula 1 to make fresh changes to its sprint weekend format, as the concept continues to divide drivers and promoters ahead of this weekend’s sprint event in Austin. The Williams driver, who also serves as a director of the Grand Prix Drivers’ Association, told Auto Motor und Sport […]
Colapinto set for Alpine renewal amid tough season
Oct.18 (GMM) Franco Colapinto looks poised to stay with Alpine for 2026, according to Spanish broadcaster DAZN, which reports that confirmation of the Argentine’s new deal is expected between the Mexican and Brazilian grands prix. The news follows Alpine’s unveiling of striking yellow flashes on its special livery debuting in Austin featuring Colapinto’s main sponsor […]