May 27 (GMM) Ross Brawn is returning to frontline motorsport in a surprise move to MotoGP. The former Mercedes boss and ex-Formula 1 managing director has joined the board of directors of Pramac Racing, the Yamaha-supported MotoGP operation now competing in Liberty Media’s newly acquired championship. In an official statement, Pramac confirmed the 71-year-old, whose […]
Ferrari loses billions as electric launch sparks backlash
May 27 (GMM) Ferrari has been hit by a wave of criticism – and a major stock market selloff – following the launch of its controversial new electric luxury model, the Ferrari Luce. The all-electric four-door Ferrari, designed with input from former Apple designer Jony Ive, was unveiled by the marque’s Formula 1 stars Lewis […]
Raikkonen finally speaks about ‘the other Kimi’
May 27 (GMM) Kimi Raikkonen has publicly commented for the first time on Formula 1’s newest sensation – championship leader Andrea ‘Kimi’ Antonelli. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver now leads the 2026 world championship by 43 points after four consecutive victories. And while Antonelli’s family insists his ‘Kimi’ nickname was not inspired by the 2007 Ferrari […]
Bearman calm over Ferrari future as Hamilton stays
May 27 (GMM) Oliver Bearman says he is in no rush to resolve his Formula 1 future despite growing interest around the 21-year-old amid the sport’s bubbling 2027 driver market. The highly rated Haas driver has emerged as one of the standout performers of the past couple of seasons, now consistently outperforming experienced teammate Esteban […]
Montoya doubles down after Verstappen clash escalates
May 27 (GMM) Juan Pablo Montoya has hit back again at Max Verstappen after their public war of words escalated during the Canadian GP weekend. The latest clash began after Montoya suggested the quadruple world champion should face penalties – even race bans – for publicly criticising the sport over the controversial 2026 regulations. The […]
Thai police investigate bizarre Mika Salo Bangkok injury
May 27 (GMM) Mika Salo says he does not believe he was deliberately attacked in Bangkok despite initially fearing he may have been stabbed. The former Formula 1 driver suffered a deep leg wound requiring 28 stitches after feeling what he described as a “small bump” while crossing a road some days ago. The incident […]
McLaren could build own F1 engine under V8 revival plan
May 27 (GMM) McLaren could eventually follow Red Bull into becoming a full Formula 1 engine manufacturer – but only if the sport returns to simpler V8-style power units. That possibility emerged after FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem publicly made the suggestion when discussing the governing body’s proposed future regulations for 2030 or 2031. The […]
Verstappen says F1 future decision not due for ‘weeks’
May 26 (GMM) Max Verstappen says it may take “weeks” before his Formula 1 future becomes clear again after fresh political resistance emerged against planned 2027 rule changes. The Red Bull driver had appeared ready in Montreal to commit himself to staying in Formula 1 beyond 2026 after the FIA and stakeholders backed proposals to […]
Ferrari suddenly Monaco favourites amid Hamilton surge
May 26 (GMM) Ferrari has emerged as a surprise favourite for Monaco despite an inconsistent start to 2026 – with even rivals now openly admitting the Italian team may have the fastest car for the streets of Monte Carlo. The prediction gathered momentum after the Canadian GP, where Lewis Hamilton delivered a strong P2 despite […]
Alonso’s hidden inflatable seat system revealed
May 26 (GMM) Fernando Alonso has been racing with a hidden inflatable lumbar support system inside his Aston Martin cockpit – and it may have failed during the Canadian GP weekend. Spanish sports newspaper Marca revealed fresh technical details about Alonso’s unusual seat setup after the two-time world champion retired in Montreal complaining of severe […]
Russell apologises twice as Canada misery deepens
May 26 (GMM) George Russell has apologised twice after a frustrated outburst at the end of the Canadian GP weekend earned him an FIA penalty – capping a disastrous turn in his title fight with Kimi Antonelli. The Mercedes driver arrived in Montreal under pressure but responded strongly, taking sprint victory, pole position, and ultimately […]
Domenicali backs V8 return ‘1000pc’ as F1 civil war deepens
May 25 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton has reinforced the growing rebellion against Formula 1’s controversial 2026 engine regulations as the political fight over future rule changes intensifies. The debate exploded again in Montreal after reports that some manufacturers – particularly Ferrari and Audi – are resisting plans to move from the current extreme electrical emphasis toward […]
Komatsu refuses to guarantee Ocon future at Haas
May 25 (GMM) Ayao Komatsu has carefully sidestepped questions about the future of Esteban Ocon – while effectively confirming Haas is already evaluating its 2027 lineup. The comments come just days after Ocon angrily denied rumours he could even lose his seat before the end of 2026 following reports of internal conflict and dissatisfaction with […]
Wolff cools Merc title war as Antonelli takes control
May 25 (GMM) Toto Wolff is scrambling to contain rising tension between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli after another explosive chapter in Formula 1’s emerging title fight. The rivalry intensified dramatically in Montreal as Russell finally rediscovered top form after Antonelli’s run of three consecutive wins from pole position. Russell dominated the Canadian weekend, winning […]
Hamilton turns tables on Leclerc in Ferrari role reversal
May 25 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton appears finally to be taking control at Ferrari after a dramatic reversal of fortunes. Since Hamilton’s arrival in 2025, teammate Charles Leclerc had largely controlled the battle at Ferrari. But at the Canadian GP – traditionally one of Hamilton’s strongest circuits and one of Leclerc’s weakest – the balance shifted […]
Briatore sees new Colapinto after Alpine progress
May 25 (GMM) Franco Colapinto says he is finally beginning to feel comfortable at Alpine. The 22-year-old Argentine arrived at Alpine last year surrounded by major hype after his impressive substitute appearances for Williams in 2024 – performances that ultimately pushed both Logan Sargeant and Jack Doohan out of Formula 1. But since securing the […]
Wolff shuts down ‘Star Wars’ drama as tensions erupt
May 24 (GMM) Toto Wolff moved quickly to calm rising tensions between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli after an explosive sprint clash in Montreal. The battle between Mercedes’ two title contenders intensified dramatically on Saturday after near contact during the sprint race triggered angry radio exchanges from Antonelli. Russell, who arrived in Canada under pressure […]
Cadillac under pressure as Bottas rumours explode
May 24 (GMM) Formula 1’s silly season is exploding in Montreal – and not just at the front of the grid. While speculation around Max Verstappen and the top teams continues dominating headlines, fresh rumours are now swirling around struggling new entrant Cadillac. According to respected Italian journalist Roberto Chinchero of Sky Italia, Valtteri Bottas […]
Confident Hadjar declares he’s ‘here for the long haul’
May 24 (GMM) Isack Hadjar says he has no doubts about surviving Formula 1’s most brutal teammate challenge alongside Max Verstappen. The 21-year-old French-Algerian has emerged as one of the revelations of 2026 after avoiding the fate suffered by a long list of Verstappen’s former teammates, many of whom were rapidly crushed by the pressure […]
Verstappen renews F1 quit threat as 2027 rule revolt grows
May 24 (GMM) Max Verstappen has again threatened to walk away from Formula 1 if the sport backs away from planned 2027 engine rule changes. Just days after appearing reassured by FIA promises to reduce the electrical emphasis of the 2026 regulations, the Red Bull driver is now openly frustrated again amid reports some manufacturers […]