Jul.3 (GMM) Aston Martin and Honda are converging on the same target as they prepare their long-awaited recovery plan. After Adrian Newey confirmed the team’s major ‘B car’ will debut in Hungary, Honda is now targeting the following race at Zandvoort for its similarly significant engine upgrade. “I was expecting this question,” Honda chief race […]
Month: July 2026
Marko joins budget cap debate over endless upgrades
Jul.3 (GMM) Dr Helmut Marko has joined growing questions about how some Formula 1 teams continue introducing major upgrades without appearing to trouble the budget cap. The debate intensified after Mercedes boss Toto Wolff expressed surprise at Ferrari’s relentless development pace, with George Russell admitting he has noticed the same trend. “We were surprised by […]
Sainz pledges ‘free time’, Vowles dismisses exit fears
Jul.3 (GMM) Carlos Sainz insists he is investing even more of himself in Williams as the team begins a crucial development push at Silverstone. After a backwards step in 2026 so far, Williams has arrived at its home race with a new front wing and nose – the first stage of a broader upgrade plan […]
Hamilton said to hold final say over Ferrari 2027 deal
Jul.3 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton is increasingly expected to remain at Ferrari for 2027, although reports suggest the final decision could ultimately rest with the seven-time world champion himself. Italian reports claim Ferrari is preparing to activate an option extending Hamilton’s stay through the end of 2027, although no announcement is expected at Silverstone. The deal […]
Antonelli admits Russell’s ‘stai calmo’ jibe aimed at him
Jul.3 (GMM) Kimi Antonelli has admitted George Russell’s now-famous “stai calmo” radio message after qualifying in Austria was indeed directed at his Mercedes teammate. After taking pole at the Red Bull Ring, Russell celebrated over the radio with the Italian phrase “stai calmo” (“stay calm”), prompting speculation he was teasing Antonelli after the championship leader […]
Norris suggests Verstappen ‘wants’ McLaren switch
Jul.3 (GMM) The Max Verstappen-to-McLaren saga continued to dominate discussion at Silverstone on Thursday, with the Dutchman, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri all weighing in on the latest speculation. After days of reports suggesting Verstappen’s management explored the possibility of a move to Woking, the four-time world champion again refused to fuel the rumours. “I’m […]
Verstappen, Hamilton cool on Silverstone’s Lego parade
Jul.3 (GMM) Not every Formula 1 driver is looking forward to Sunday’s Lego-themed drivers’ parade at Silverstone. After the success of last year’s two-seater Lego cars in Miami, Formula 1 has gone a step further by giving each driver an individual Lego mini-kart for the British GP parade. But Max Verstappen is not among the […]
Sainz proposes penalty after Austria yellow flag row
Jul.3 (GMM) The fallout from Formula 1’s controversial yellow-flag handling in Austrian GP qualifying is continuing, with Carlos Sainz proposing an automatic penalty for drivers who trigger the incident. George Russell kept pole position after correctly following the regulations under a single yellow following Max Verstappen’s crash, but many drivers and observers argued the FIA […]
Horner set for Silverstone paddock return
Jul.2 (GMM) Christian Horner looks set to make his first Formula 1 paddock appearance since his Red Bull exit at this weekend’s British GP. Amid fresh speculation linking the former Red Bull boss with Aston Martin, Germany’s Bild now reports Horner has been invited to Silverstone by Formula 1 and the FIA. “Formula 1 has […]
Bayer reveals Red Bull plan for Tsolov F1 test
Jul.2 (GMM) Red Bull is preparing to give rising Formula 2 star Nikola Tsolov his first proper taste of modern Formula 1 machinery. As speculation continues about the Bulgarian’s chances of taking Liam Lawson’s place at Racing Bulls for 2027, team CEO Peter Bayer has now revealed that a Test of Previous Cars (TPC) outing […]
McLaren bosses keeping Verstappen rumours alive
Jul.2 (GMM) McLaren continues to insist it is not in the market for Max Verstappen, even as the team keeps joking that Formula 1 should introduce a third car. The speculation has intensified in recent days amid persistent reports linking the four-time world champion with the Woking team. After CEO Zak Brown joked in Austria […]
Audi politics put Hulkenberg under pressure?
Jul.2 (GMM) Nico Hulkenberg’s place at Audi is reportedly becoming another storyline to watch in Formula 1’s growing driver market. According to German journalist Ralf Bach, speaking to f1-insider.com, internal politics rather than outright performance issues could become a problem for the experienced German. “I have the feeling that there’s a bit too much politics […]
McLaren can still catch Mercedes despite deficit – Stella
Jul.2 (GMM) McLaren boss Andrea Stella insists the reigning champions are not worried despite admitting Mercedes currently has a clear edge in Formula 1’s new era. The Woking team arrived at Silverstone after Lando Norris admitted McLaren is around “three months behind” Mercedes in development under the 2026 regulations. Stella agrees the gap is significant […]
Verstappen would lose Red Bull privileges elsewhere
Jul.2 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher believes Max Verstappen would have to accept significant compromises if he decides to leave Red Bull. With McLaren now emerging as the latest team linked with the four-time world champion, Schumacher doubts another destination would offer the same advantages. “McLaren would probably be interested, but he wouldn’t be the number 1 […]
Domenicali ready to discuss keeping Silverstone ‘forever’
Jul.2 (GMM) Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali says he is already willing to discuss extending Silverstone’s future on the calendar beyond its existing long-term contract. Silverstone signed a new 10-year agreement in 2024, securing the British GP until 2034. But speaking to the Daily Mail, Domenicali suggested the venue’s place in Formula 1 could stretch […]