Jun.2 (GMM) Formula E chief Jeff Dodds says Formula 1’s growing desire to return to V8 engines is ultimately good news for the all-electric championship. The debate over Formula 1’s future engine direction has intensified after just a handful of races under the new 2026 regulations, which increased the electric component of the power units […]
FIA inspection eases Madrid fears despite legal dispute
Jun.2 (GMM) Concerns that Formula 1’s new Madrid street circuit could miss its September debut appear to be fading, although a legal dispute is now unfolding behind the scenes. An FIA delegation led by race director Rui Marques and the FIA’s Jorge Abed visited the future Madring circuit this week to inspect progress on the […]
Michael Schumacher may have helped Mick stay in F1 – Benoit
Jun.2 (GMM) Veteran Swiss journalist Roger Benoit believes Mick Schumacher’s Formula 1 career might have survived had his father Michael not suffered his devastating skiing accident in late 2013. The son of the seven-time world champion lost his Haas seat at the end of 2022 and now races in IndyCar, where he has struggled to […]
Leclerc ‘not worried’ as he returns home to Monaco
Jun.2 (GMM) Ferrari is emerging as the clear favourite for Monaco, with even championship leader Kimi Antonelli backing the Italian team ahead of this weekend’s race. McLaren’s Lando Norris first tipped Ferrari as the benchmark after Canada, and Antonelli agrees. “It’s going to be very interesting how we do there, but for sure Ferrari is […]
Antonelli says F1 rivals now respect him amid title charge
Jun.1 (GMM) Kimi Antonelli says his rivals now view him differently after his remarkable start to the 2026 season. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver, who comfortably leads the world championship after winning four of the opening five races, was honoured with the prestigious Lorenzo Bandini Trophy in Brisighella on Friday. Thousands of fans packed the small […]
Mercedes walks away from Alpine as Horner options narrow
Jun.1 (GMM) Mercedes has reportedly abandoned plans to buy a stake in Alpine, while Christian Horner’s hopes of using the French team as a route back into Formula 1 also appear to have hit a dead end. According to reports, Mercedes has withdrawn from negotiations to acquire the 24 percent Alpine stake owned by New […]
Danner urges Hulkenberg to stay patient with Audi
Jun.1 (GMM) Nico Hulkenberg has been urged not to lose faith in Audi despite the German manufacturer’s difficult start to the 2026 season. The Audi works team has scored just two points in its opening races since fully taking over Sauber, both through rookie Gabriel Bortoleto, while the experienced Hulkenberg is still yet to open […]
Cadillac boss slams ‘completely false’ Bottas exit rumours
Jun.1 (GMM) Cadillac team principal Graeme Lowdon has strongly denied rumours that Valtteri Bottas could lose his seat before the end of the season. Speculation intensified after reports suggested the Finn’s future was under threat amid a difficult start to the year and suggestions that reserve driver Colton Herta could replace him – perhaps even […]
‘Perfect’ Hamilton could stay ahead in Monaco
Jun.1 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton could emerge as Ferrari’s surprise contender in Monaco after decisively outpacing teammate Charles Leclerc in Canada, according to Ralf Schumacher. Ferrari heads to Monte Carlo amid growing expectations. McLaren’s Lando Norris left Montreal suggesting the Italian team could be favourite for pole position, while team boss Andrea Stella agreed Ferrari’s strengths […]
Verstappen allies hit back at Steiner over criticism
Jun.1 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s allies have turned on former Haas boss Gunther Steiner after he suggested the Dutchman’s criticism of Formula 1’s 2026 regulations is motivated by a lack of victories. “If Verstappen had won, he would be really happy and these would be the best regulations ever,” Steiner said in a quote published on […]
Rare Schumacher accounts emerge 12 years after accident
Jun.1 (GMM) More than 12 years after Michael Schumacher’s skiing accident, rare new firsthand accounts have emerged from some of the people involved on the day the seven-time world champion suffered his life-changing injuries. Since the December 2013 accident in Meribel, Schumacher’s condition has remained one of Formula 1 and global sport’s most closely guarded […]
Cadillac ‘delighted’ as V8 momentum grows in F1
Jun.1 (GMM) Cadillac and Formula 1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali have added fresh support to growing calls for a return to V8 engines in the near future. The debate comes as Formula 1 continues to wrestle with criticism of the current regulations, with many drivers unhappy about the heavy reliance on battery deployment and energy […]
Ben Sulayem pushes to scrap FIA presidential term limits
May 29 (GMM) FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is backing a proposal that would remove term limits for the governing body’s top officials, potentially allowing FIA presidents to remain in office beyond the current 12-year maximum. The proposal will be discussed and voted on at next month’s FIA General Assembly. The move is already attracting […]
Tost raises Newey health concern amid Aston-Honda struggle
May 29 (GMM) Former Formula 1 team boss Franz Tost has suggested Adrian Newey’s health may be a factor as Aston Martin battles through a disastrous start to its new Honda era. Speaking on the 15 Love – Der Business podcast, the former Toro Rosso chief said several factors are behind Aston Martin’s disappointing 2026 […]
Stella shuts down fresh Lambiase succession rumours
May 29 (GMM) Andrea Stella has pushed back against renewed speculation that Max Verstappen’s long-time race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase is being lined up to replace him as McLaren team principal. The rumours resurfaced after Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies suggested again in Canada that Lambiase’s future role at McLaren would be as a team principal. […]
Hamilton, Leclerc defend Ferrari’s electric Luce
May 29 (GMM) Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc have publicly backed the company’s controversial new electric Luce model, despite fierce criticism that wiped billions from Ferrari’s market value and triggered ridicule across the media. The launch of Ferrari’s first fully electric production car has divided opinion, with former Ferrari president Luca di Montezemolo […]
Vowles confident Sainz and Albon will stay at Williams
May 29 (GMM) Williams boss James Vowles has played down growing driver market speculation, insisting both Carlos Sainz and Alexander Albon remain committed to the team’s long-term project. With both drivers reportedly in the final year of their current deals and Formula 1’s silly season already gathering momentum, questions are being asked about whether either […]
Gucci confirmed as Alpine title sponsor
May 28 (GMM) Gucci has officially entered Formula 1 as title sponsor of Alpine from 2027 – confirming weeks of growing speculation linking the luxury giant with the Enstone-based squad. The team announced on Wednesday it will compete under the name ‘Gucci Racing Alpine Formula 1 Team’ from next season. The partnership will also end […]
F1 has backup plan ready if Qatar, Abu Dhabi cancelled
May 28 (GMM) Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali says the sport already has contingency plans prepared in case escalating Middle East tensions force the cancellation of the season-ending races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi. The comments come as uncertainty continues surrounding the geopolitical situation in the Gulf region despite repeated suggestions from US president Donald […]
Audi digs in as F1 civil war over engines intensifies
May 28 (GMM) Audi has emerged as the key obstacle in Formula 1’s growing civil war over its controversial engine rules – as CEO Stefano Domenicali openly backs a return to V8 power. The sport is currently split over proposed 2027 regulation changes designed to reduce the extreme electrical dependency introduced under the controversial 2026 […]