Jul.16 (GMM) McLaren has admitted it is still paying the price for last year’s title-winning campaign, with team boss Andrea Stella estimating the reigning world champions are now two to three months behind Mercedes and Ferrari in developing their 2026 car. The Woking based outfit has struggled to match the pace of the leading teams […]
Verstappen wants to stay at Red Bull, insists manager
Jul.16 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s manager Raymond Vermeulen has delivered exactly the same explanation as Dr Helmut Marko about last week’s much-discussed Amsterdam meeting, while insisting the four-time world champion still intends to remain at Red Bull. The meeting between Vermeulen, Jos Verstappen and the recently retired Marko fuelled fresh speculation about Verstappen’s future as rumours […]
Russell safe, but as Antonelli number two – Steiner
Jul.16 (GMM) Gunther Steiner thinks George Russell’s Mercedes future remains secure, although perhaps no longer as the team’s leading driver. The former Haas boss believes Kimi Antonelli has emerged as the biggest surprise of the 2026 season. “We knew he was fast,” Steiner told Sport Bild. “But I didn’t expect him to put George Russell […]
Horner to Aston? Schumacher isn’t convinced
Jul.16 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher does not think Christian Horner’s widely-rumoured Formula 1 comeback will be with Aston Martin. The former Red Bull boss has been linked with Aston Martin, Alpine and even a possible BYD-backed twelfth entry, but Schumacher believes several obstacles stand in the way. “I can’t imagine Christian Horner coming back as team […]
Bahrain GP return now looks unlikely – Pirelli
Jul.15 (GMM) Hopes of restoring the cancelled Bahrain GP to the 2026 calendar appear to have faded as Formula 1 grapples with renewed conflict in the Middle East. Bahrain had emerged as the leading candidate to be restored to the 2026 calendar after the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian grands prix were cancelled when the Iran […]
Former F1 driver sceptical about V8 return
Jul.15 (GMM) Former Formula 1 driver Jean-Louis Schlesser has joined those fiercely attacking the sport’s increasingly electric direction, dismissing claims the controversial 2026 regulations make Formula 1 environmentally responsible. The 77-year-old Frenchman, who raced in Formula 1 in 1983 and 1988, agrees with those who say the current balance between combustion and electrical power has […]
Bearman tipped if Verstappen leaves Red Bull
Jul.15 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher believes Oliver Bearman would be Red Bull’s first choice if Max Verstappen leaves, while also suggesting last week’s high-profile meeting between Verstappen’s management and Dr Helmut Marko was more likely about the Dutchman’s future than a bid to bring Marko back. With speculation raging over Verstappen’s future, Schumacher was asked who […]
Marko plays down Verstappen meeting speculation
Jul.14 (GMM) Former Red Bull adviser Dr Helmut Marko has dismissed suggestions his recent meeting with Max Verstappen’s inner circle was linked to the Dutchman’s uncertain Formula 1 future. Marko was spotted in Amsterdam last week with Verstappen’s father Jos and manager Raymond Vermeulen, fuelling fresh speculation amid ongoing doubts about whether the four-time world […]
Alonso fears F2 could rival F1 at Spa
Jul.14 (GMM) Fernando Alonso has warned Formula 1’s controversial 2026 regulations could produce an embarrassing spectacle at Spa-Francorchamps this weekend. The two-time world champion, who has become one of the most consistently outspoken critics of the new rules, says energy management around the high-speed Belgian circuit will be particularly problematic. “If you use energy at […]
Hamilton warns of ‘compression’ at new Madrid F1 circuit
Jul.14 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc have given organisers their first detailed feedback after Ferrari became the first Formula 1 team to run at Madrid’s new grand prix circuit. The pair completed a filming day last week ahead of the Spanish GP’s debut in September, with Madring general manager Luis Garcia Abad revealing several […]
Barcelona offers F1 calendar help as Turkey waits
Jul.14 (GMM) Barcelona has offered to step in if Formula 1 needs another replacement race as the 2026 calendar comes under renewed pressure. The championship is trying to preserve at least a 22-race season after the cancellation of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, but renewed conflict in the Middle East has made the return of Bahrain […]
Russell denies Mercedes favouring Antonelli
Jul.13 (GMM) George Russell has dismissed suggestions Mercedes is giving preferential treatment to teenage teammate Kimi Antonelli amid the Italian’s standout 2026 campaign. Antonelli is comfortably leading the world championship at present, prompting speculation the team is increasingly being built around the 19-year-old. “I did hear on the grapevine that there is chatter about favouritism,” […]
Madrid F1 circuit to host Formula 3 test
Jul.13 (GMM) Formula 3 will conduct an official two-day test at Madrid’s new Formula 1 circuit next month as preparations continue for the venue’s world championship debut. The August 24-25 test follows Ferrari’s filming day last week and is intended to validate the circuit’s sporting, operational and safety procedures under real racing conditions. Formula 3 […]
Verstappen options narrow as Webber shuts down rumours
Jul.13 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s options for 2027 appear to be narrowing as speculation over a possible move to McLaren has been firmly played down. Reports following the British GP suggested Oscar Piastri could be looking for a way out of his McLaren contract, potentially opening the door for Verstappen. But Piastri’s manager, Mark Webber, rejects […]
Bahrain still pushing for 2026 GP return
Jul.13 (GMM) Bahrain remains hopeful its cancelled 2026 Formula 1 grand prix can yet be reinstated, despite renewed conflict in the Gulf. Formula 1 has already indicated a decision on whether to restore any cancelled races must be made before the summer break, with Bahrain widely regarded as the leading candidate for a return. Bahrain’s […]
Campos backs Tsolov for F1 amid Racing Bulls rumours
Jul.10 (GMM) Formula 2 title leader Nikola Tsolov is continuing to strengthen his case for a Formula 1 promotion, with his team boss saying the Red Bull junior deserves a place on the 2027 grid. Paddock speculation has intensified in recent weeks that Red Bull has already decided that Tsolov will race for Racing Bulls […]
Verstappen management holds talks with Marko
Jul.10 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s future remaina the biggest talking point in Formula 1 as fresh meetings took place behind the scenes following the Dutchman’s explosive British GP weekend. According to De Telegraaf journalist Erik van Haren, Verstappen’s father Jos and manager Raymond Vermeulen were spotted in Amsterdam meeting former Red Bull motorsport advisor Dr Helmut […]
BYD admits it ‘might be interested’ in F1 project
Jul.10 (GMM) Chinese automotive giant BYD has responded to mounting speculation linking the company with Formula 1. The manufacturer has recently been linked with plans to become the sport’s twelfth team, with former Red Bull boss Christian Horner among the names rumoured to be involved should the project move ahead. However, speaking to media including […]
Alpine rules out Renault engine return
Jul.10 (GMM) Renault has ruled out reviving its Formula 1 engine program for Alpine despite growing momentum behind a return to V8 power from 2031. The FIA is working towards a simpler engine formula featuring V8 engines with a reduced hybrid component, prompting speculation some manufacturers could re-enter as engine suppliers. But Renault CEO Francois […]
Madrid confirms Ferrari ‘tested’ track for F1 debut
Jul.10 (GMM) Ferrari has become the first Formula 1 team to run on Madrid’s new grand prix circuit, less than 10 weeks before the venue’s debut on the world championship calendar. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton shared driving duties during a filming day, completing the maximum permitted 200 kilometres on the 5.4km semi-street layout. The […]