Oct.17 (GMM) Max Verstappen has joked that if his father Jos were running McLaren, the team’s tense rivalry between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris would be handled very differently. Speaking to Dutch media in Austin, Verstappen – now chasing the two McLarens in the championship fight – said his father’s no-nonsense approach would leave little […]
FIA unveils ‘ADUO’ to prevent 2026 engine imbalance
Oct.17 (GMM) The FIA has announced a new system designed to prevent any single engine manufacturer from dominating Formula 1 when the radical 2026 regulations begin – introducing the concept of “Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities” (ADUO). The move was confirmed following a World Motor Sport Council meeting chaired by FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, […]
Alonso and Sainz renew criticism of F1 TV coverage
Oct.17 (GMM) Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz have again taken aim at Formula 1’s television broadcast choices, after both Spaniards were critical of the coverage during and after the Singapore GP. Alonso, who previously accused Formula One Management (FOM) of sensationalising team radio clips, doubled down in Austin – arguing that the sport’s broadcast priorities […]
Sainz watching Mercedes seat as Russell deal confirmed
Oct.17 (GMM) Carlos Sainz says he is keeping a close eye on the evolving Formula 1 driver market following George Russell’s newly extended Mercedes contract – a deal widely believed to include exit clauses ahead of 2027. After weeks of delay, Mercedes finally confirmed Russell and rookie Kimi Antonelli will remain “into 2026.” However, multiple […]
Ferrari closes ranks to deny Horner rumours
Oct.17 (GMM) Ferrari, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have all moved to shut down renewed speculation that Frederic Vasseur could be replaced by Christian Horner – insisting the team remains united and focused heading into this weekend’s US GP. Reports in Britain and Germany claimed Horner had held exploratory talks with Ferrari chairman John Elkann, […]
Russian GP boss contrasts Bernie era with Liberty
Oct.16 (GMM) The former head of the defunct Russian GP says life under Bernie Ecclestone’s management was far more flexible than under Formula 1’s current owners, Liberty Media. Alexey Titov, who ran the Sochi race as CEO of promoter Rosgonki, made the comments during a conversation with veteran F1 commentator Alexey Popov on First & […]
Hulkenberg begins early Audi simulator work for 2026
Oct.16 (GMM) Nico Hulkenberg says he has only just begun his first simulator sessions with Audi’s 2026 Formula 1 concept – and that it’s far too early to draw firm conclusions. According to Auto Motor und Sport, while Mercedes has been running virtual 2026 development programs for several months, Sauber’s drivers only completed their first […]
Court reveals multimillion-dollar costs for F1 test drives
Oct.16 (GMM) The ongoing McLaren court case against Indycar champion Alex Palou has shed rare light on the vast sums drivers can pay for limited Formula 1 track time. According to Sky Deutschland, newly released documents show that Japanese Toyota factory driver Ryo Hirakawa paid a staggering USD $3.5 million for a package consisting of […]
Ferrari dismisses fresh Horner rumours
Oct.16 (GMM) Ferrari has moved to quash a new wave of speculation linking Christian Horner to Maranello, as Italian media report that Frederic Vasseur continues to enjoy the team’s full backing. According to Corriere della Sera, rumours from Britain and Germany suggesting that Horner has been in contact with Ferrari chairman John Elkann are “destined […]
Sainz calls for permanent ex-driver steward in F1
Oct.16 (GMM) Carlos Sainz has suggested that Formula 1 should appoint a former driver as a permanent full-time steward to bring greater consistency to official decisions. In an interview with DAZN, the Williams driver – who also serves as a director of the Grand Prix Drivers’ Association (GPDA) – said that while he respects the […]
Ralf says Mick ‘better than several current F1 drivers’
Oct.16 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher believes his nephew Mick deserves another Formula 1 opportunity – and rates him more highly than several current drivers on the grid. Asked to compare Mick’s talent with that of current Red Bull driver Yuki Tsunoda, for instance, Ralf was emphatic. “Mick would definitely be better than Tsunoda,” he said. “He […]
Russell signs multi-year deal with 2027 clauses
Oct.16 (GMM) What appears to be a short-term Mercedes driver confirmation for 2026 is reportedly a multi-year arrangement for George Russell – though one filled with flexibility and exit clauses for both sides. After a lengthy delay attributed to contract negotiations with Russell, Mercedes finally announced that the Briton will remain alongside rookie Kimi Antonelli […]
Brown denies Palou claim, rules out team strategy change
Oct.15 (GMM) Zak Brown has dismissed Alex Palou’s courtroom claim that he never wanted Oscar Piastri in a McLaren seat, describing the allegation as “absolutely ridiculous.” L’Equipe’s headline reported: “We have the best duo on the F1 grid with Oscar and Lando: Zak Brown rejects Alex Palou’s accusations”. De Telegraaf ran: “McLaren boss Zak Brown […]
Horner linked with Elkann-Ferrari talks
Oct.15 (GMM) Christian Horner’s post-Red Bull future is again the talk of the F1 world, with British and Italian media now reporting that the ousted team boss has been in contact with Ferrari chairman John Elkann. According to The Telegraph and Daily Mail, Horner and Elkann have held preliminary discussions in recent weeks about a […]
Verstappen not a ‘de facto boss’ at Red Bull
Oct.15 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s growing authority inside Red Bull does not make him a “de facto team boss”, according to Dutch journalist Erik van Haren. Speaking on The Inside Track podcast, the De Telegraaf reporter – known for his close links to the Verstappen camp – addressed claims that the four-time world champion has gained […]
Mick Schumacher unfazed by Indycar safety fears
Oct.15 (GMM) Mick Schumacher says he is not worried about the dangers of oval racing as he edges closer to a full-time switch to Indycar for 2026. The 26-year-old German impressed in his debut test with Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing at Indianapolis this week, and while he ran only on the road course, Schumacher made […]
Tsunoda faces fresh visa trouble ahead of US GP
Oct.15 (GMM) Yuki Tsunoda ran into travel problems once again – this time while trying to enter the United States for this weekend’s US GP in Austin, Texas. According to Slovak journalist Stevo Eisele of Novasport, the Red Bull driver was detained briefly after arriving from Europe, echoing a similar incident last year in Las […]
Latifi resurfaces after completing London MBA
Oct.15 (GMM) Former Williams Formula 1 driver Nicholas Latifi has re-emerged on social media for the first time in two years, revealing that he has completed his Master of Business Administration degree at London Business School. Latifi, who stepped away from professional racing after losing his F1 seat at the end of 2022, said he […]
Mick Schumacher shines in Indycar test
Oct.14 (GMM) Mick Schumacher has made an impressive debut in Indycar testing at Indianapolis – in what many see as a symbolic farewell to his Formula 1 ambitions. The 26-year-old German, dropped by Haas after 2022 and unable to secure a comeback despite time as Mercedes’ reserve, tested a Dallara-Honda for Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing […]
Michael Schumacher health update ‘a positive sign’
Oct.14 (GMM) A respected French journalist says there may finally be “a positive sign” in Michael Schumacher’s long, secret recovery – as Max Verstappen reflects on the seven-time world champion’s lasting influence. It has been nearly 12 years since Schumacher’s devastating skiing accident, and details about his condition remain tightly guarded by his wife Corinna […]