Sep.15 (GMM) Honda has announced a significant change at the top of its Formula 1 power unit program just as Fernando Alonso enters what he says could be an important week of meetings over his future. Yoichiro Fukao will take over as Large Project Leader from Tetsushi Kakuda from October 1, with Honda describing the […]
Grosjean apologises after Brown ‘chainsaw’ attack
Sep.15 (GMM) Romain Grosjean has apologised after accusing Zak Brown of effectively destroying Oscar Piastri’s morale. After Norris produced what he himself called one of the best laps of his career, McLaren CEO Brown said: “The whole lap was amazing… he’s a world champion.” On Norris’ struggling teammate Piastri, the McLaren boss added: “I think […]
Hadjar injury may be more serious than first thought
Sep.15 (GMM) Isack Hadjar is now in danger of missing a fourth consecutive Formula 1 race, with new reports suggesting his wrist injury may be more serious than the initially reported hairline fracture. There is now speculation that tendon damage may also be involved, which would help explain why Red Bull has continued to delay […]
F2 change fuels Imola finale speculation
Sep.15 (GMM) Another clue has emerged that Formula 1 is preparing to abandon Qatar and Abu Dhabi later this season, with Formula 2 unexpectedly expanding its upcoming Baku weekend to three races. F2 was originally scheduled for 14 rounds this season, including Qatar and Abu Dhabi, but Baku will now feature two feature races and […]
Madrid organisers ‘promising’ changes after dull debut
Sep.15 (GMM) Madrid GP organisers are already promising changes to the new Madring layout after Formula 1’s first race at the venue produced almost no overtaking. De Telegraaf reports that organisers are “promising improvements” for 2027, while other reports say circuit chief Luis Garcia Abad, Fernando Alonso’s former manager, has confirmed that the track will […]
Vesti admits reserve role is ‘mega brutal’
Sep.15 (GMM) Frederik Vesti admits life as Mercedes’ Formula 1 reserve is becoming increasingly difficult as he continues to wait for the opportunity he has chased since childhood. The 24-year-old Dane told Ekstra Bladet that Formula 1, rather than simply becoming a professional racing driver, has always been the only real goal. “It’s just mega, […]
Ben Sulayem claims Alonso has decided to stay
Sep.14 (GMM) FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has thrown a major new twist into Fernando Alonso’s future saga by claiming the Spaniard has privately promised to continue in Formula 1. DAZN broadcast footage from Madrid showing Ben Sulayem speaking to a small group about the 45-year-old. “Today he promised me,” said Ben Sulayem. “He said, […]
Mekies admits ‘car degradation’ problem will linger
Sep.14 (GMM) Laurent Mekies has admitted Red Bull still does not fully understand the “car degradation” problem Max Verstappen has been complaining about, with the issue now likely to remain into 2027. Verstappen has joked that while rivals suffer tyre degradation, Red Bull suffers “car degradation”, with performance disappearing during sessions and races as the […]
Reliability now Antonelli’s main rival – Wolff
Sep.14 (GMM) Toto Wolff says reliability may now be the biggest threat to Kimi Antonelli’s march toward the 2026 world championship after the Italian inherited victory in Madrid and stretched his lead to 81 points. Antonelli did not hide that Lando Norris had been the faster driver and was effectively robbed by the timing of […]
Madrid GP slammed as ‘deadly sleep machine’
Sep.14 (GMM) Madrid’s spectacular new Madring circuit is now under intense pressure for changes after its inaugural Formula 1 race produced almost no overtaking. L’Equipe was particularly scathing. “It was sold to us as a ‘car killer,’ but the Madring is ultimately just a deadly sleep machine,” the French daily complained. Gabriel Bortoleto agreed with […]
Audi open to more investors but will keep F1 control
Sep.13 (GMM) Audi could sell further shares in its Formula 1 team as investor interest grows, but CEO Gernot Dollner insists the German manufacturer will retain control of the project. Speaking in Madrid, Dollner said Audi’s F1 program remains fully funded despite wider cost-cutting across the Volkswagen Group. “We have prepared very thoroughly for Formula […]
Verstappen says Alonso must decide F1 future himself
Sep.13 (GMM) Max Verstappen says Fernando Alonso should not be persuaded into extending his Formula 1 career, as the Spaniard continues to blame the current regulations for making him consider walking away. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has openly said he wants to convince the 45-year-old to stay, but Verstappen believes the decision belongs entirely […]
Sainz urges safety changes at Madring
Sep.13 (GMM) Even Madring ambassador Carlos Sainz says Madrid’s new Formula 1 circuit needs changes, particularly over visibility and safety, while several leading drivers are also criticising aspects of the layout. Sainz said street circuits commonly evolve after their debut and expects Madring to be no different. “Without a doubt, I think the circuit will […]
Verstappen ‘closer to quitting’ than joining McLaren
Sep.13 (GMM) Max Verstappen says he came closer to leaving Formula 1 altogether than switching to McLaren before ultimately extending his Red Bull contract. Speaking to Bild newspaper in Madrid, Verstappen insisted the obvious discussions with rival teams were genuine. “Every conversation with another team has to be taken seriously,” he said. “But ultimately, I […]
Madrid hosts ‘important’ Imola finale meeting
Sep.13 (GMM) Evidence is continuing to mount that Imola will replace the Middle East as Formula 1’s 2026 season finale, even though F1 and the FIA are still refusing to make the change official. On Ziggo Sport, Red Bull simulator driver Rudy van Buren claimed an important private meeting took place in Madrid involving the […]
Lambiase could join McLaren early
Sep.13 (GMM) Gianpiero Lambiase could now leave Red Bull for McLaren as early as 2027, with preparations already underway for Max Verstappen to work without his long-time race engineer. Lambiase’s move to McLaren was announced earlier this year for 2028, but speculation accelerated in Madrid after he was seen openly speaking with Zak Brown in […]
Russell says Antonelli now ‘deserves’ 2026 title
Sep.13 (GMM) George Russell says the unusual 2026 cars have reshuffled the balance between several Formula 1 teammates, as he continues to struggle against Mercedes’ much younger championship leader Kimi Antonelli. Speaking to Mundo Deportivo in Madrid, Russell rejected the idea that his greater experience with the previous generation of cars automatically explains the gap. […]
Hamilton under fire for ‘unsportsmanlike’ driving
Sep.12 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton has come under fire from several rivals after repeatedly driving slowly on the racing line during Friday practice at F1’s new Madring circuit. Yuki Tsunoda was visibly unimpressed at one point, giving the Ferrari driver a sarcastic thumbs-up from his cockpit after being held up. Carlos Sainz was even more direct, […]
Alonso future saga now worries FIA
Sep.12 (GMM) Fernando Alonso’s uncertain Formula 1 future is becoming a wider concern for the sport, with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem now openly trying to convince the Spaniard to stay while Aston Martin quietly prepares for every possibility. Speaking at the New Economy Forum in Madrid, Ben Sulayem revealed he had already met Lawrence […]
Ben Sulayem wants Chinese 12th F1 team
Sep.12 (GMM) FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has again opened the door to a 12th Formula 1 team, directly contradicting Stefano Domenicali’s recent suggestion that another entry is not needed in the medium term. Ben Sulayem says any new entry should be a major Chinese manufacturer, following Cadillac’s arrival as the 11th team. “The FIA […]