Apr.9 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s long-time race engineer Gianpiero ‘GP’ Lambiase is set to leave Red Bull for McLaren, according to authoritative reports in the Netherlands and Belgium. De Limburger first broke the news, stating that the intention of the move is for Lambiase “to eventually replace Andrea Stella as team principal”. The report has since […]
Perez’s father dreams of becoming Mexico president
Apr.9 (GMM) Sergio Perez’s father has revealed he harbours ambitions far beyond motorsport – including a run for the presidency of Mexico. Antonio Perez Garibay, who is already active in politics, admitted the goal during an interview with Mexican media including El Siglo de Torreon. “You should never say no, but it is my dream. […]
Madrid insists F1 project ‘on schedule’ despite criticism
Apr.9 (GMM) Madrid’s new Formula 1 circuit remains on track for its September debut despite new reports suggesting construction is lagging behind schedule. Earlier this week, The Sun cited social media images showing a site “resembling a sand pit more than a racing track”, fuelling doubts about progress at the IFEMA-based venue. But project chief […]
Second key meeting set as F1 rules row intensifies
Apr.9 (GMM) Formula 1’s escalating rules controversy is heading toward a decisive vote on April 20, as pressure mounts from drivers and safety concerns begin to outweigh resistance from leading teams. An initial online meeting involving FIA officials, teams and power unit manufacturers is taking place on Thursday (April 9), but it is understood to […]
Hakkinen’s daughter Ella to debut in Formula 4
Apr.9 (GMM) Ella Hakkinen, the daughter of two-time Formula 1 world champion Mika Hakkinen, will make her single-seater debut in the Central European Formula 4 series this season. The 15-year-old, already part of McLaren’s junior program, will race for Jenzer Motorsport, with her first event taking place at the Red Bull Ring this weekend. Her […]
Verstappen fuels German boom as F1 returns
Apr.9 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s growing presence at the Nurburgring is triggering a surge of interest in Germany – just as Formula 1 quietly returns to the iconic circuit due to calendar disruptions. According to Auto Motor und Sport, organisers of the Nurburgring 24 Hours have been forced to turn entries away for the first time […]
Albers calls Russell ‘soft’ amid Antonelli surge
Apr.9 (GMM) Christijan Albers has branded George Russell “soft” amid growing debate about whether the experienced Mercedes driver can withstand the challenge of championship leader and teenaged teammate Kimi Antonelli. Although Russell is widely tipped to assert himself over the course of the season due to his experience, the early phase of 2026 has seen […]
Contract limiting Ferrari’s control over Hamilton
Apr.8 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher believes Lewis Hamilton’s contract could be limiting Ferrari boss Frederic Vasseur’s ability to control the increasingly fierce on-track battles with Charles Leclerc. The Ferrari pair have raced wheel-to-wheel aggressively in the opening rounds of 2026, including a particularly close duel in Suzuka where Leclerc overtook Hamilton around the outside of Turn […]
Russell will reclaim upper hand over Antonelli – Danner
Apr.8 (GMM) Christian Danner believes George Russell will ultimately get the upper hand over championship leader Kimi Antonelli as the 2026 season unfolds. The 19-year-old Italian has taken Formula 1 by storm with back-to-back wins and now leads the standings after three races, sparking talk in his native country of an ultra-rare Italian world champion. […]
Pressure mounts on Wache as Red Bull crisis deepens
Apr.8 (GMM) Pressure is mounting on Red Bull technical director Pierre Wache amid growing speculation he could become the first major casualty of the team’s disastrous start to 2026. After Adrian Newey’s departure, Wache was left in the spotlight with one of the most demanding technical roles in Formula 1 – but early signs suggest […]
Ricciardo ‘grateful’ to be dropped after F1 struggles
Apr.8 (GMM) Daniel Ricciardo says being dropped from Formula 1 ultimately came as a relief after two difficult years that left him exhausted. In an interview with Ford CEO Jim Farley, the Australian opened up about the end of his F1 career following his final stints with McLaren and a brief comeback attempt. “2022 I […]
Krack denies Honda rift as Aston seeks Miami fix
Apr.7 (GMM) Aston Martin has played down rumours of a rift with Honda, insisting the troubled partnership remains united as it races to fix its 2026 crisis. Amid persistent speculation of tensions behind the scenes – and suggestions the vibration-plagued power unit concept may have been influenced by late aerodynamic demands by Adrian Newey – […]
Binotto rules out new Audi team boss amid Horner rumours
Apr.7 (GMM) Mattia Binotto has made clear Audi will not appoint a new team principal despite the sudden exit of Jonathan Wheatley – amid speculation linking Christian Horner with the role. The German manufacturer was rocked between the Chinese and Japanese grands prix when Wheatley departed with immediate effect, just two races into the post-Sauber […]
Gasly hails ‘best ever’ Alpine, team rejects ‘sabotage’
Apr.7 (GMM) Pierre Gasly says Alpine has given him the best car of his Formula 1 career – but the team has been forced to deny swirling claims of unequal treatment for teammate Franco Colapinto. After three races in 2026, Gasly has clearly had the upper hand over the highly rated Argentine youngster, comfortably leading […]
Antonelli a contender, but tensions likely – Irvine
Apr.7 (GMM) Eddie Irvine believes Kimi Antonelli is already a genuine world championship contender – but warns a potential intra-team battle at Mercedes could turn explosive. “I first heard about him from Luca Baldisserri, who was my race engineer at Ferrari,” the former F1 driver told La Gazzetta dello Sport. “He described him as an […]
Antonelli admits title chance, admits Russell has edge
Apr.7 (GMM) Kimi Antonelli says he believes he can fight for the 2026 world championship – but admits teammate George Russell still holds the advantage. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver, now the youngest championship leader in Formula 1 history, struck a cautious tone in interviews with both Bild and Sky Italia during the April break. “Yes, […]
Antonelli suggests Ferrari ‘granted’ ADUO boost
Apr.7 (GMM) Kimi Antonelli has suggested Ferrari may already have been given a green light to close the engine gap to Mercedes – but other reports indicate that is not yet the case. Speaking to Sky Italia during the April break, the championship leader hinted that a major shift could be coming as soon as […]
Pressure builds ahead of meeting as F1 eyes fixes
Apr.7 (GMM) Pressure is mounting on Formula 1 chiefs to act on the controversial 2026 regulations, with a key April 9 meeting looming and momentum building for at least partial changes. There is growing consensus in the paddock that qualifying will be the first area to be addressed. “If there’s one thing we all agree […]
F1 grapples with ‘what next’ on 2026 rules as fixes debated
Apr.2 (GMM) Formula 1 is scrambling to figure out what – if anything – can be done to fix its controversial 2026 regulations, with solutions proving as complex as the problem itself. Amid mounting criticism from drivers, teams and fans, a key meeting of technical directors and the FIA is set for April 9 – […]
Gina Schumacher opens up on father in rare new doc
Apr.2 (GMM) A rare and emotional insight into the life of Michael Schumacher has emerged, with daughter Gina-Maria speaking candidly in a new documentary about coping after her father’s 2013 accident. German broadcaster ZDF has produced “Horsepower – The World of Gina Schumacher”, offering an unusually personal look at the famously private family. According to […]