Sep.3 (GMM) Fernando Alonso joked after Zandvoort that if Max Verstappen had been driving a Racing Bulls, he might already be world champion again. The quip followed Isack Hadjar’s breakthrough podium – achieved in the junior Red Bull-owned team’s car also piloted by Liam Lawson. Verstappen himself admitted after finishing second that the senior squad’s […]
Marko tips Hadjar for Red Bull alongside Verstappen
Sep.3 (GMM) Isack Hadjar looks increasingly destined to line up alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull in 2026. The 20-year-old French rookie stunned with his Zandvoort podium in the junior Racing Bulls car, becoming the nation’s youngest-ever driver on a Formula 1 rostrum – while Yuki Tsunoda continues to struggle at the senior team. Dr […]
No ‘formal announcement’ needed for 2026 – Wolff
Sep.3 (GMM) Toto Wolff has moved to finally end speculation about Mercedes’ 2026 lineup, insisting both George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will remain in silver. With Max Verstappen definitely set to stay at Red Bull at least through 2026, the uncertainty around Brackley’s cockpits appears to have faded. But Russell has been linked with holding […]
Domenicali signals more sprints – and reverse grids
Sep.3 (GMM) Stefano Domenicali has dropped the clearest hint yet that Formula 1 will expand its sprint race format – and even experiment with reverse grids. Speaking to Italian media before this weekend’s Monza event, the F1 CEO said demand is growing from all sides for shorter Saturday races and sprint qualifying to replace traditional […]
Domenicali warns Monza future not assured
Sep.3 (GMM) Even the Italian GP at Monza may not be safe, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has admitted ahead of this weekend’s race. Although the famous circuit is locked in until 2031 and has already embarked on a long-awaited renovation program, Domenicali told Italian media that the pace of change is falling short. “Monza needs […]
Thai GP plans hit fresh political turbulence
Sep.3 (GMM) Thailand’s high-speed push to join Formula 1’s calendar is facing new political turbulence. Earlier this year, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali hailed Thailand’s plans as “impressive” during high-level talks with Bangkok, as the country moved quickly from a Memorandum of Understanding to cabinet approval of a five-year, $1-2 billion package to bring F1 to […]
Hadjar ‘can’t say no’ to Red Bull seat – Panis
Sep.2 (GMM) Olivier Panis says Isack Hadjar’s stunning Zandvoort podium proves the 20-year-old rookie has the character to succeed alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull. “What I like most is his commitment,” the former F1 winner and fellow Frenchman told RMC Sport. “He’s not afraid of anything, he doesn’t give up, and fights 100 percent. […]
Domenicali defends Dutch GP axe after 2026
Sep.2 (GMM) Stefano Domenicali has defended Formula 1’s decision to drop popular Zandvoort from the calendar after 2026. The Dutch GP has been a sell-out since returning in 2021, boosted by Max Verstappen’s popularity and recent dominance and the unique seaside circuit and banked corners. But with no government backing, organisers could not match the […]
Lawson tells Sainz not to talk ‘through press’
Sep.2 (GMM) Liam Lawson has defended himself after his clash with Carlos Sainz at Zandvoort – while also admitting the Spaniard’s penalty may have been too harsh. “Obviously I’m not happy either – it ruined my day,” said the Racing Bulls driver. “But that’s the way it is. “I’ve been in a similar situation this […]
Aston Martin denies Alonso strategy bias
Sep.2 (GMM) Aston Martin has denied that Fernando Alonso is being hurt by consistently poor or biased strategy calls. The two-time champion, 44, turned heads with strong pace on Friday at Zandvoort. But after qualifying only tenth, he was then left utterly furious in and after the race – finishing just P8. To make matters […]
‘A lot of people want me in F1’ – Palou
Sep.2 (GMM) Indycar’s dominant force Alex Palou has once again moved to quieten speculation linking him with a Formula 1 seat. The 28-year-old Spaniard, newly crowned Indycar champion again in 2025, has been strongly linked in recent days and weeks with potential F1 moves – including to Red Bull or Alpine for 2026. At both […]
Verstappen hints at Ferrari or F1 exit for 2027
Sep.2 (GMM) Questions are still swirling about Max Verstappen’s future – with Ferrari suddenly named as a potential option for 2027. At Zandvoort last weekend, his father Jos revealed on Viaplay that talks with Mercedes may not have been the only ones happening recently. “It’s not like we’ve talked about it particularly much this year,” […]
‘Does Hamilton still believe’ in Ferrari dream?
Sep.2 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton’s tough start to life at Ferrari took another hit with a costly crash at Zandvoort. The 40-year-old, who went into the summer break admitting he felt “useless” and fuelling retirement rumours, returned to action vowing to at least enjoy himself again. At Zandvoort, he looked more upbeat and aggressive – but […]
Wolff admits paddock feels ‘weird’ without Horner
Sep.1 (GMM) Toto Wolff says Formula 1 feels a little emptier without his long-time rival Christian Horner. The Mercedes boss has rarely minced words about the now-sacked Red Bull chief – branding him an “as*hole” and a “jerk” in recent months – but admits he’s even exchanged friendly texts with his old nemesis since then. […]
Hadjar closes on Red Bull seat as Marko hails ‘little Prost’
Sep.1 (GMM) All signs are pointing to Isack Hadjar joining Max Verstappen at Red Bull in 2026. New team boss Laurent Mekies revealed at Zandvoort that Verstappen himself personally shut down speculation about his own future the moment they met as driver and new boss. “Max and I never once talked about his future,” he […]
Dutch King hints at possible F1 return after 2026
Sep.1 (GMM) Dutch king Willem-Alexander says Formula 1 could yet return to Zandvoort in the future, even as the race faces the definite axe after 2026. The race’s private organisers announced long ago that they are bowing out amid spiralling costs and heavy competition from other potential hosts. Unlike many grands prix, the Dutch GP […]
Mercedes launches hunt for next German F1 star
Sep.1 (GMM) Mercedes has teamed up with Germany’s biggest motoring organisation ADAC to fully bankroll the rise of the country’s next Formula 1 hopeful. Team boss Toto Wolff says the soaring costs of junior racing – 250,000 euros for karting, 1 million for Formula 4 – have priced out all but the richest families. “Nobody […]
Wolff right to keep protecting Antonelli
Sep.1 (GMM) Toto Wolff has given his clearest indication yet that Mercedes will definitely continue with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli into Formula 1’s new rules era. With Max Verstappen staying put at Red Bull, Wolff all but confirmed his own team’s 2026 driver pairing after the Dutch GP. “The team’s driver lineup for the […]
Furious Sainz slams Lawson and FIA after Dutch GP
Sep.1 (GMM) Carlos Sainz’s season of frustration boiled over at Zandvoort, as the Williams driver lashed out at rival Liam Lawson and the FIA stewards. Without a Ferrari seat for 2025 and overlooked by the other top teams too, Sainz’s patience appeared to be turning into rage after the Dutch GP. “Today, the story of […]
Defeat could be ‘mentally helpful’ for Norris
Sep.1 (GMM) Lando Norris left Zandvoort disconsolate after an oil leak robbed him of second place – and potentially turned the title fight on its head. Having narrowly missed out on pole to teammate Oscar Piastri, Norris was running behind him on Sunday when his McLaren rolled to a halt with a smoke-filled cockpit. Camera […]