Aug.8 (GMM) The Singapore GP will go ahead as planned in October despite the upcoming sentencing of race promoter Ong Beng Seng. The 79-year-old property tycoon, who played a pivotal role in bringing Formula 1 to Singapore and remains its official promoter, has pleaded guilty to abetting obstruction of justice in a high-profile corruption case […]
Month: August 2025
Toyota steps up push for F1 seat with Haas test
Aug.7 (GMM) Toyota appears increasingly determined to place one of its drivers in Formula 1 – with Haas emerging as the launchpad. The Japanese giant this week ran a private two-day test at Fuji Speedway using a 2023-spec Haas, as part of the American team’s new Testing of Previous Cars (TPC) program, which Toyota has […]
Wolff says 2026 Mercedes lineup now set
Aug.7 (GMM) Toto Wolff has all but confirmed that Mercedes will continue with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli into Formula 1’s new rules era. With Max Verstappen now committed to staying at Red Bull beyond 2025, the Mercedes boss says talks with the quadruple world champion are over – and Russell’s contract will surely be […]
Perez return rumours fuelled by ex-physio
Aug.7 (GMM) Sergio Perez’s former physio believes the Mexican driver is preparing for a 2026 Formula 1 return. Xavi Martos, who worked closely with Perez for years, pointed to a recent managerial change as evidence the 35-year-old is not done with F1. “I think people have missed one thing,” Martos said on the Duralavita podcast. […]
Williams’ Sainz urges ‘design philosophy change’
Aug.7 (GMM) Carlos Sainz has urged Williams to pursue a “change in design philosophy” after enduring a difficult Hungarian Grand Prix weekend. The Spaniard, 30, has been frank about the 2025 car’s limitations since switching from Ferrari, but stopped short of criticising the team – instead offering insight and a dose of realism about their […]
Brown backs Cadillac entry as ‘good for everyone’
Aug.7 (GMM) Zak Brown has played down persistent concerns about Cadillac’s confirmed 2026 Formula 1 entry – insisting the arrival of the American giant will ultimately benefit the sport and its teams. Speaking to Dutch magazine Formule 1, the McLaren CEO acknowledged early fears that General Motors’ new team could dilute prize money or poach […]
Boss denies MotoGP team sale to Steiner as ‘fake news’
Aug.7 (GMM) Tech3 boss Herve Poncharal has denied reports that he sold his MotoGP team to well-known former F1 team principal Guenther Steiner, calling the speculation “absolute fake news.” Widespread headlines last week claimed Steiner, 60, would take over Tech3 with backing from US investment group Apex in a deal worth over 20 million euros. […]
Colapinto crashes Pirelli test car as pressure mounts
Aug.7 (GMM) Franco Colapinto’s difficult return to Formula 1 has taken another hit, after the Alpine driver crashed heavily during post-race tyre testing in Hungary. While rivals including George Russell and Max Verstappen begin their August break, 22-year-old Colapinto remained on duty – participating in a Pirelli test simulating 2026 technical regulations, using a specially […]
Alesi joins critics as Hamilton pressure mounts at Ferrari
Aug.7 (GMM) Former Ferrari driver Jean Alesi has added his voice to the growing chorus questioning Lewis Hamilton’s current mindset, following the seven-time world champion’s comments after the Hungarian Grand Prix. Hamilton, 40, described himself as “useless” after qualifying and suggested Ferrari “get another driver” – triggering widespread speculation about his motivation and future with […]
Albers says Max suffers when car understeers
Aug.6 (GMM) Max Verstappen may have confirmed his Red Bull stay for 2026, but Dutch pundits and insiders are warning that all is definitely not well at the reigning champions. Despite extending his commitment to the team following obvious talks with Mercedes, Verstappen’s painful weekend in Hungary raised further doubts about Red Bull’s trajectory – […]
Villeneuve doubts McLaren rivalry will turn ‘Senna-Prost’
Aug.6 (GMM) Jacques Villeneuve says he doesn’t expect the rising McLaren title fight between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri to turn into a legendary intra-team war – at least not yet. With McLaren dominating the 2025 constructors’ standings heading into the August break, all eyes are now on which of the two young drivers will […]
Max Verstappen ‘misunderstood’, says father Jos
Aug.6 (GMM) Jos Verstappen has broken his silence to defend son Max’s character, saying the triple world champion remains unchanged – and often misunderstood. Speaking to De Telegraaf, the 52-year-old said reigning quadruple world champion Max’s personality hasn’t shifted despite his success. “When I see or speak to Max in private, he’s still the same […]
Villeneuve questions Vasseur ‘continuity’, Leclerc loyalty
Aug.6 (GMM) Jacques Villeneuve has questioned Ferrari’s decision to retain Fred Vasseur beyond 2025, warning that continuity only works “when things are going well.” Amid pressure from inside Maranello and known interest in ousted Red Bull boss Christian Horner, Ferrari last week confirmed that Vasseur will continue to lead the team through F1’s looming regulation […]
Cora Schumacher only keeping name ‘for money’
Aug.6 (GMM) Cora Schumacher has admitted she’s keeping her ex-husband’s famous surname “as long as I can still make money from it.” The former wife of six-time Grand Prix winner Ralf Schumacher made the comments in a new Bild interview, where she also addressed long-standing rumours about the nature of their marriage. The couple divorced […]
Perez now linked with Alpine as pressure grows
Aug.6 (GMM) Flavio Briatore is seriously eyeing alternatives to Franco Colapinto, as pressure builds on the young Argentine to justify his high-profile move to Alpine. Colapinto, 21, was brought in from Williams on loan in a surprise and lucrative deal orchestrated by Alpine advisor Briatore, who replaced long-time reserve Jack Doohan and paid a steep […]
Ferrari accused of snubbing Hamilton after ‘dossiers’
Aug.6 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari dream has turned into a swirl of uncertainty and doubt, as pundits across Europe react to his brutal self-assessment after the Hungarian GP. After describing himself as “useless” and urging Ferrari to “get another driver,” Hamilton admitted there’s “a lot going on in the background that’s not great.” The seven-time […]
Verstappen, Popov blast stewards over Hungary probe
Aug.5 (GMM) Max Verstappen has criticised Formula 1’s stewards for investigating his overtake on Lewis Hamilton in Hungary – despite no contact and no penalty. “I actually think it’s a shame I have to go back to the stewards after the race. Just analyse it during the race,” Verstappen told Viaplay. “I put my nose […]
Cardile finally starts at Aston after Ferrari dispute
Aug.5 (GMM) Enrico Cardile has officially begun work at Aston Martin, ending a protracted legal battle with Ferrari that delayed his move by more than a year. According to L’Equipe, the renowned French publication, the long-awaited technical transition is now complete. “Enrico Cardile is finally a member of Aston Martin,” the newspaper declared. Cardile, who […]
Wolff admits recent upgrade ‘ruined’ the car
Aug.5 (GMM) With George Russell and Kimi Antonelli effectively now locked in for 2026, there was a clear sense of relief within the Mercedes camp after a breakthrough Hungarian GP. Russell, who secured another strong result in Budapest after a recent team performance slump, was calm when asked about when he might get a new […]
New Renault CEO confirms Alpine’s F1 future
Aug.5 (GMM) Francois Provost has confirmed that Alpine will remain in Formula 1 beyond 2025, bringing clarity to weeks of speculation following the surprise departure of former Renault CEO Luca de Meo. “Formula 1 is an integral part of our fundamental strategy for Alpine. I have no intention of changing that,” Provost, de Meo’s successor, […]