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 […]
Wolff title talk around Antonelli ‘too early’
Apr.2 (GMM) Toto Wolff has urged the media to ease off the growing championship hype around Kimi Antonelli, despite the teenage sensation emerging as an early title favourite. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver is already leading the standings after three races, but Wolff insists it is far too soon to be talking about a title fight. […]
Verstappen told to ‘put ego aside’ amid F1 frustration
Apr.2 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher has urged Max Verstappen to rein in his criticism of Formula 1’s new era, warning the Dutchman to focus on his team rather than “moaning” about the regulations. The comments come amid Verstappen’s growing frustration with the 2026 rules – and even strong hints he could consider quitting the sport. “Max […]
Doohan confirms ELMS switch after Super Formula setback
Apr.2 (GMM) Jack Doohan will race in the European Le Mans Series in 2026 after his planned Super Formula program failed to materialise. The Haas reserve driver – who lost his Alpine Formula 1 seat in early 2025 – had been aiming to reboot his career in Japan, but a difficult pre-season featuring crashes and […]
Ferrari to use April ‘mini pre-season’ ahead of Miami reset
Apr.1 (GMM) Ferrari is set to treat the unexpected April break as a mini pre-season as it looks to close the gap to dominant Mercedes. With the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian races cancelled, the Maranello team has scheduled an intensive run of testing and development work throughout the month. It begins immediately, with a TPC […]
Verstappen could take ‘sabbatical’ as F1 frustration grows
Apr.1 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s growing frustration with Formula 1 has triggered fresh speculation he could take a sabbatical in 2027 – potentially stepping away while still under contract with Red Bull. British media reports suggest the team would prefer to retain the quadruple world champion long-term, even if that means allowing him time away from […]
Mercedes, Ferrari to block 2026 rule changes despite backlash
Apr.1 (GMM) Mercedes and Ferrari are expected to block major changes to Formula 1’s controversial 2026 rules – despite growing criticism from drivers and even threats of a Max Verstappen exit. According to Marca, both leading teams are opposed to altering the regulations this season, with only limited tweaks – most likely to qualifying – […]
Antonelli shining but Mercedes ‘absolutely dominant’ – Salo
Apr.1 (GMM) Kimi Antonelli’s stunning rise to the top of Formula 1 has continued with back-to-back pole positions in Shanghai and Suzuka – but not everyone is ready to credit the young Italian alone. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver is now the youngest championship leader in the sport’s history, sitting 9 points clear of experienced teammate […]