Mar.26 (GMM) Fernando Alonso was absent from media duties ahead of the Japanese GP at Suzuka on Thursday – with strong reports in Spain indicating he has just become a father for the first time. Aston Martin said only that the 44-year-old would arrive “slightly later this weekend for personal family reasons”, insisting “all is […]
Monza test talk fades, FIA tweaks energy rules
Mar.26 (GMM) Talk in the Suzuka paddock about a potential Ferrari-organised test at Monza is already fading, amid resistance from rival teams and fresh intervention from the FIA over Formula 1’s controversial 2026 rules. With April’s Gulf races cancelled, an unexpected gap has opened up in the calendar – prompting speculation Ferrari could use the […]
Leclerc downplays Ferrari-Merc fight despite early battles
Mar.25 (GMM) Charles Leclerc has played down the apparent closeness between Ferrari and Mercedes, insisting the gap at the front is “not as close as it looks”. Although Ferrari has emerged as the clear second team behind the dominant Mercedes outfit after the opening two races of 2026, Leclerc says the on-track battles have been […]
Mercedes tweaks front wing after Ferrari query
Mar.26 (GMM) Mercedes has reportedly made subtle changes to its much-discussed front wing design at Suzuka, following Ferrari’s queries about its behaviour in China. Ferrari had approached the FIA for clarification over what it believed could be a “two-phase” transition in the wing’s operation – raising questions about whether it fully complied with the intent […]
Leclerc plays down Suzuka energy tweak impact
Mar.26 (GMM) Charles Leclerc does not expect Formula 1’s new qualifying rule tweak to make a major difference, amid ongoing concerns about the 2026 regulations. The FIA confirmed ahead of practice at Suzuka that the maximum permitted energy recharge for qualifying has been reduced from 9 megajoules to 8, in a bid to limit excessive […]
Wolff dismisses freshest Verstappen rumours
Mar.25 (GMM) Toto Wolff has brushed aside fresh speculation linking Max Verstappen with a move to Mercedes, insisting he has no reason to consider a driver change. Rumours have suggested Verstappen – publicly enraged with the 2026 regulations and uncompetitive at Red Bull – could be a target for 2027. It is said he would […]
Wolff hits back as Marko reveals 2026 concerns
Mar.25 (GMM) Toto Wolff has defended Formula 1’s controversial 2026 regulations amid renewed criticism from Dr Helmut Marko, as the debate over the new era continues to intensify. When asked about the growing backlash, the Mercedes boss insisted the picture is not as one-sided as some suggest. “Not everyone’s complaining, but some drivers are having […]
Newey ‘not doing well’ as crisis deepens – Marko
Mar.25 (GMM) Dr Helmut Marko has revealed he has been in contact with Adrian Newey – and says his former colleague is struggling amid Aston Martin’s troubled start to 2026. “I’ve been in contact with him,” the now-retired Red Bull advisor Marko told Osterreich. “He’s not doing well. There are problems with this project that […]
Domenicali admits 2026 rules tweak possible
Mar.25 (GMM) Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has acknowledged that changes to the controversial 2026 regulations may be needed – but insists any adjustments must be made “in a constructive way”. Amid ongoing criticism from drivers including Max Verstappen, Domenicali made clear the door is not closed to refinements. “What I’ve told him is to […]
Herta gives debut ‘C-minus’ as F2 start shows gaps
Mar.25 (GMM) Colton Herta has rated his first Formula 2 weekend a modest “C-minus” as the American begins his high-risk push toward Formula 1. The 25-year-old, who left a race-winning IndyCar career to pursue an F1 seat with Cadillac, endured a mixed debut in Melbourne – one that underlined both the challenge and the potential […]
Schumacher links Krack to Audi as problems emerge
Mar.25 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher has suggested Aston Martin’s Mike Krack could emerge as a candidate for a senior role at Audi following Jonathan Wheatley’s sudden departure. Wheatley’s exit – amid reports he now faces a year of gardening leave – has left Audi reshaping its leadership structure under Mattia Binotto, with questions already emerging about […]
Ferrari queries Mercedes ‘two-phase’ front wing
Mar.25 (GMM) Ferrari has approached the FIA for clarification over Mercedes’ controversial front wing behaviour, which rivals believe may not operate as smoothly as the rules intend. The system, already dubbed a “two-phase” wing, attracted attention during the Chinese GP. According to Italian reports, Ferrari suspects the transition from ‘straight mode’ to ‘cornering mode’ does […]
Stroll blasts Aston car as Honda hopes muted for Suzuka
Mar.24 (GMM) Lance Stroll has been captured venting his frustration at Aston Martin’s troubled 2026 car as the team prepares for Honda’s home race in Japan. Footage from the Chinese GP weekend has emerged showing the Canadian – the son of team owner Lawrence Stroll – fuming over team radio. “This is the worst piece […]
Friend hits back at ‘rumours’ over Rovanpera withdrawal
Mar.24 (GMM) Takamoto Katsuta has defended close friend Kalle Rovanpera after speculation emerged about the reasons behind the Finn’s sudden withdrawal from his Super Formula season. Rovanpera this week confirmed he is stepping back from his fledgling road to F1 due to a worsening medical condition, understood to be a form of dizziness syndrome linked […]
Wolff blamed for ‘halfway’ F1 rules as debate rages on
Mar.24 (GMM) Formula E founder Alejandro Agag has pointed the finger at Toto Wolff and Mercedes for shaping Formula 1’s controversial 2026 regulations – and gaining an early advantage as a result. He says Wolff began pushing for the current and highly controversial 50-50 combustion engine-electric split based on Mercedes’ involvement in the all-electric series. […]
Ferrari turned down Antonelli as youngster, says father
Mar.24 (GMM) Kimi Antonelli’s father has revealed how Ferrari missed the chance to sign Italy’s new Formula 1 star many years before his breakthrough. Amid growing hype in Italy following the 19-year-old’s win from pole in Shanghai – and claims from Luca di Montezemolo and others that Ferrari should have secured him – the story […]
Wheatley exits Audi, Aston confirms Newey role shift
Mar.23 (GMM) Jonathan Wheatley has left Audi with immediate effect, in a move that adds fresh momentum to speculation about a senior management reshuffle at Aston Martin. Amid raging speculation, the German manufacturer confirmed the sudden departure in an official statement. “Due to personal reasons, Jonathan Wheatley will depart the team with immediate effect,” Audi […]
More races at risk as Iran crisis threatens F1 calendar
Mar.23 (GMM) Formula 1 could face further race cancellations beyond Bahrain and Saudi Arabia as tensions linked to the Iran crisis continue to escalate. According to Austria’s Osterreich newspaper, concerns are now growing that additional events later in the season may also be under threat. “Formula 1 is worried about whether further grands prix will […]
Schumacher slams ‘shameful’ abuse after Colapinto-Ocon clash
Mar.23 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher has condemned the “shameful” online abuse directed at Esteban Ocon following his collision with Franco Colapinto in China. The incident triggered a wave of toxic messages on social media, prompting Colapinto’s own management to issue a public plea urging fans to stop sending “hate or death threats” to the Haas driver. […]
Verstappen finds ’10/10 fun’ amid F1 frustration
Mar.23 (GMM) Max Verstappen says his weekend at the Nurburgring was “definitely a ten” out of ten for enjoyment – a stark contrast to his current mood in Formula 1. The four-time world champion switched focus to GT3 machinery between the Chinese and Japanese grands prix, winning from pole in the NLS round before being […]