Nov.27 (GMM) Dr Helmut Marko says Red Bull is satisfied with progress on its all-new 2026 Red Bull-Ford power unit, despite long-running expectations that the team will struggle in its first year as a full works engine manufacturer. “Internally, we’re satisfied,” Marko told reporters. “But like the others, we don’t know our competitors’ data. It’s […]
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Lawson unsure of future after whirlwind season
Nov.27 (GMM) Liam Lawson says he has “absolutely no idea” whether he will remain in Formula 1 next season. It’s been a whirlwind first full season on the grid for the New Zealander, starting with his ill-fated stint alongside Max Verstappen, complaints from rivals over his aggression, and now a painstaking wait to hear if […]
Bottas admits Mercedes limiting Cadillac preparations
Nov.27 (GMM) Valtteri Bottas says his unfamiliar year as Mercedes reserve has given him valuable insight for Cadillac’s 2026 Formula 1 debut – but admits it would have been better if he had been free to integrate earlier. Speaking to Goodwood.com, Bottas said his season out of racing has been useful but also restrictive. “If […]
Verstappen under ‘least pressure’ for title showdown
Nov.26 (GMM) Formula 1 heads into the final two grands prix – including a sprint in Qatar this weekend – with the championship suddenly wide open and tension rising sharply inside McLaren after Max Verstappen’s Vegas win and the team’s costly double disqualification. With the Losail circuit expected to suit Red Bull, Mercedes’ George Russell […]
Norris fined for post-race F-bomb after Vegas GP
Nov.26 (GMM) Championship leader Lando Norris has been fined for swearing in his immediate post-race interview after the Las Vegas GP. Speaking to David Coulthard and Australian actor Sam Worthington after losing the lead to Max Verstappen at Turn 1 – a moment that ultimately decided the race – Norris joked that he had “let […]
Madrid officials dismiss rumours 2026 debut at risk
Nov.26 (GMM) Madrid authorities have moved quickly to deny Italian reports that the Spanish capital’s new ‘Madring’ Formula 1 circuit may not be ready in time for its scheduled 2026 debut – with Imola rumoured as a possible replacement. The speculation was triggered by RMC Motori, whose reporters visited the construction site and described “idle […]
Schumacher embraces IndyCar despite family concerns
Nov.26 (GMM) Mick Schumacher says he is “really happy” to be returning to single-seater racing after his 2026 IndyCar switch was confirmed – a day earlier than intended, after his new team accidentally published the press release before deleting it. “That was a bit exciting,” Schumacher smiled when speaking to media. The step marks a […]
MotoGP open to racing on F1 street circuits
Nov.26 (GMM) MotoGP boss Carmelo Ezpeleta says the motorcycle championship could one day race on certain Formula 1 street circuits – but Las Vegas is not one of them. Ezpeleta attended last weekend’s Las Vegas GP, the flagship event promoted directly by Formula 1 and Liberty Media, which earlier this year acquired MotoGP’s commercial rights […]
2026 could be ‘end of Hamilton’s career’ – Petrov
Nov.25 (GMM) Ferrari is facing renewed pressure after another bleak weekend and increasingly downbeat comments from Lewis Hamilton, amid reports that the marque has abandoned development of the planned F44 sports car. The story was reported by well-connected Italian journalist Giorgio Terruzzi, adding to what has become a turbulent period at Maranello after chairman John […]
Red Bull to confirm 2026 lineup after Qatar, not Abu Dhabi
Nov.25 (GMM) Red Bull’s long-awaited driver decision will arrive sooner than expected, with Laurent Mekies revealing the team will announce its 2026 lineup immediately after this weekend’s Qatar GP. Dr Helmut Marko had previously indicated the call would be made only after Abu Dhabi, but Mekies told reporters in Las Vegas: “We will announce our […]
Alonso slams Vegas and calendar, F1 CEO defends event
Nov.24 (GMM) Fernando Alonso has launched into a strong criticism of Formula 1’s Las Vegas GP, attacking both the track surface and its position on the calendar – coinciding with a firm but diplomatic rejoinder from F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali. Speaking to Spain’s AS, Alonso said the 6.2km ‘Strip Circuit’ remains fundamentally flawed despite its […]
Aston Martin quiet on rumours Cowell to be sacked
Nov.24 (GMM) Aston Martin is refusing to deny growing speculation that team principal Andy Cowell’s position has become uncertain following a turbulent period inside the technical department. An Aston Martin spokesperson said: “The team will not be engaging in rumour or speculation. “The focus is on maximising performance in the remaining races and preparing for […]
McLaren to get ‘more nervous’ for title showdown – Jos
Nov.24 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s father and co-manager says the dramatic Las Vegas disqualifications have given his son a sudden surge of momentum – and he believes McLaren will now feel the pressure in the final two race weekends. “The title race isn’t completely open yet, but it is a bit more open,” Jos Verstappen told […]
McLaren ‘hara-kiri’ blows title race wide open
Nov.24 (GMM) The Formula 1 title fight has been dramatically revived after both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were disqualified from the Las Vegas GP for excessive plank wear. Hours after the chequered flag, FIA inspectors ruled that both McLarens breached the minimum thickness requirement, reducing Norris’ points lead over Max Verstappen from 42 to […]
Piastri plays down social media ‘accident’
Nov.23 (GMM) Oscar Piastri’s title hopes are collapsing as the Australian’s difficult run at McLaren worsened with a subdued Las Vegas race – while teammate Lando Norris strengthened his position as championship favourite. Norris didn’t convert pole into victory on Saturday night, but Piastri slipped even further behind – with two race weekends remaining, he […]
Red Bull hit by fresh Verstappen team exits
Nov.23 (GMM) Max Verstappen’s trusted inner crew has taken another major hit, with De Telegraaf and De Limburger reporting that three more members of his engineering team are leaving Red Bull. It leaves only race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase, who joined the quadruple world champion on the top step of the podium in Las Vegas, in […]
Leclerc erupts, Hamilton implodes, Vasseur silent
Nov.23 (GMM) Ferrari’s season lurched deeper into open crisis in Las Vegas as Charles Leclerc unleashed one of the most brutal radio outbursts of his career – the same week chairman John Elkann told his drivers to “talk less”. After qualifying only ninth, Leclerc exploded on the radio with: “My God – f*ing embarrassing.” And […]
Engine grey area ‘disappears’ under 2026 rules – FIA
Nov.22 (GMM) The FIA says the confusion raised by McLaren over Max Verstappen’s fresh engine in Brazil will no longer exist once the new 2026 power-unit cost cap comes into force. After Red Bull fitted a brand-new power unit to Verstappen’s car at Interlagos – widely seen as a straight performance choice – McLaren quietly […]
Mick Schumacher should ‘give up on F1 dream – Danner
Nov.22 (GMM) Christian Danner believes Mick Schumacher is right to walk away from Alpine’s WEC program and head to IndyCar – because his Formula 1 career is effectively over. The German veteran, who previously raced in IndyCar himself, told Ran that 26-year-old Schumacher’s path back to F1 has closed for good. “He’s off the radar,” […]
Schumacher family to become ‘more cautious’ – manager
Nov.22 (GMM) Michael Schumacher’s family will now tighten their inner circle even further after the shocking blackmail case involving stolen private material about the stricken seven-time world champion. Schumacher’s long-time manager Sabine Kehm told the Wuppertal Regional Court that the incident has permanently changed the way the family operates. “The breach of trust has led […]