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. […]
Month: April 2026
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 […]
Saudi presses on with ‘Blade’ F1 mega-track despite war
Apr.1 (GMM) Saudi Arabia’s Formula 1 ambitions are pressing ahead at full speed – even as war in the region has already forced the cancellation of the 2026 Jeddah race. With the current street circuit sidelined, attention has shifted back to the kingdom’s long-term project at Qiddiya, where organisers have issued a fresh update on […]
Verstappen ‘masked’ Honda weakness as Aston crisis deepens
Apr.1 (GMM) Max Verstappen may have unintentionally masked the true weakness of Honda’s F1 project – a factor now haunting Aston Martin in its troubled 2026 campaign. That is the view of Ralf Schumacher, who believes the Dutchman’s exceptional driving last year flattered the manufacturer’s real performance level. “Last year, as I’ve now gathered, Honda […]