Jul.25 (GMM) The FIA is preparing a regulatory crackdown on ‘A’ and ‘B’ team alliances in Formula 1, as concerns grow about competitive fairness and inter-team cooperation – a move that could directly impact Red Bull’s close relationship with sister team Racing Bulls. Speaking ahead of the Belgian GP, Nikolas Tombazis, FIA Single-Seater Director, told […]
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Tsunoda under pressure as Red Bull weighs ’26 replacement
Jul.25 (GMM) With Max Verstappen increasingly likely to remain at Red Bull in 2026, attention is now turning to who will partner him – and whether Yuki Tsunoda has a realistic shot at keeping his seat. Tsunoda, 25, has struggled through 2025 and is again trailing Verstappen both in results and development priority. While the […]
Verstappen stays cool as Red Bull resets under Mekies
Jul.25 (GMM) Max Verstappen says Christian Horner’s shock dismissal will not affect his future – insisting Red Bull must now focus on performance and “looking ahead” under new team boss Laurent Mekies. Speaking at Spa-Francorchamps on Thursday, Verstappen addressed the long-rumoured power struggle that culminated in Horner’s ousting – a move reportedly driven by Red […]
Hamilton takes control as Spa upgrade signals fresh push
Jul.25 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton says he is determined not to repeat the failures of Ferrari’s past prominent drivers – as the team rolls out a major upgrade package this weekend at Spa. Ferrari has brought a new rear suspension and revised rear wing to Belgium, developed under the guidance of Loic Serra, Hamilton’s former Mercedes […]
Mercedes duo speak out as Verstappen rumours fade
Jul.25 (GMM) George Russell and Kimi Antonelli both addressed their contract status on Thursday at Spa, with both drivers expressing confidence they’ll remain at Mercedes in 2026 – even amid earlier speculation linking the seat to Max Verstappen. “That’s the one million-dollar question,” Antonelli smiled when asked about his prospects beyond this season. “I’ve never […]
Norris fears F1 becoming ‘too fake’ under new rules
Jul.25 (GMM) F1 drivers say the incoming 2026 regulations will demand a major mental adjustment – with some openly questioning the cost to spectacle and driving purity. At Spa on Thursday, several top names addressed the shift toward more electrification, leaner chassis, and intricate energy management systems – a technical direction Lance Stroll recently described […]
Aston upgrade arrives but focus already on ’26 – Alonso
Jul.25 (GMM) Fernando Alonso says Aston Martin’s focus has shifted heavily to 2026 – even as the team rolls out what could be its final major upgrade of the current season. At Spa-Francorchamps, Aston has introduced new parts despite the compressed Sprint weekend format and forecasts of rain, both of which limit track time. The […]
Argentina F1 hopes rise, but Colapinto faces tough road
Jul.25 (GMM) Franco Colapinto has welcomed Argentina’s growing push for a return to Formula 1 – but admits the sport’s elite level is more demanding than he expected. The 21-year-old Alpine driver was speaking Thursday at Spa, where he praised plans to bring MotoGP back to Buenos Aires in 2027 via a two-phase overhaul of […]
Vasseur backed for 2026 as Ferrari rolls out key Spa upgrades
Jul.24 (GMM) Frederic Vasseur looks set to stay on as Ferrari team principal into 2026 – even as rumours swirl about alternative candidates like ousted Red Bull boss Christian Horner. While Auto Bild has linked Horner with a possible F1 return via Cadillac, Eurosport Italia reports there are no negotiations underway between Ferrari and Horner. […]
Title back on as Red Bull regroups under Mekies
Jul.24 (GMM) Max Verstappen may be back in World Championship contention – mere weeks after Red Bull insiders declared his title hopes over. With McLaren duo Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris sitting 69 and 61 points ahead of Verstappen respectively, Helmut Marko had previously sounded resigned. But ahead of this weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix, the […]
Wolff shrugs off Verstappen rumours after Sardinia sightings
Jul.24 (GMM) Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has poured cold water on immediate speculation linking Max Verstappen to the Brackley-based team. Speaking to Austrian broadcaster ORF ahead of this weekend’s Belgian Grand Prix, Wolff dismissed online chatter sparked by vacation photos showing both him and Verstappen holidaying in Sardinia. “What’s new is that people are making […]
Carlos Sainz hints at Red Bull reunion with Verstappen
Jul.24 (GMM) Carlos Sainz has put himself back on Red Bull’s radar, insisting he and Max Verstappen would make a “very strong pairing” as the energy drink team considers options for 2026. Sainz, who was dropped by Ferrari for 2025 in favour of Lewis Hamilton, ended up at Williams after no front-running seat materialised. But […]
Fans must adapt to strange 2026 F1 engine sound
Jul.24 (GMM) Mercedes engine boss Hywel Thomas says Formula 1 fans will need to get used to a “completely new soundscape” when the next-generation power units debut in 2026. While the new engines will retain the 1.6-litre V6 format and drop the MGU-H, the most noticeable change from trackside may be how the cars sound […]
Barcelona closes in on post-2026 F1 future
Jul.23 (GMM) Barcelona has taken a key step towards securing its place on the Formula 1 calendar beyond 2026, as Madrid prepares to take over the title of Spanish Grand Prix from next year. The Catalan Government confirmed on Tuesday that it has formally authorised Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya’s operators to intensify negotiations with Formula One […]
Vettel cool on FIA presidency talk, weighing post-F1 future
Jul.23 (GMM) Sebastian Vettel says it would be “unprofessional” to commit to the idea of becoming FIA president, despite Ross Brawn previously tipping the retired four-time world champion as a future candidate. “I don’t know enough about the responsibilities of an FIA president,” Vettel told Auto Motor und Sport. “From a Formula 1 perspective, you […]
Zandvoort denies track damage ahead of Dutch GP
Jul.23 (GMM) Dutch Grand Prix organisers have dismissed reports that the Zandvoort Formula 1 circuit was damaged by severe flooding this week. On Monday, torrential rain hit the town of Zandvoort, with water levels reaching up to 50 centimetres in some areas. Images quickly circulated online showing flooded access roads and water accumulating near the […]
Stroll slams 2026 F1 rules as Aston junior pushes back
Jul.23 (GMM) Lance Stroll has joined the list of Formula 1 drivers expressing disappointment with the 2026 regulations – but his own team’s simulator drivers suggest the reality may be improving. “I’ve driven it in the simulator, and that’s why I’m a bit sad,” the Canadian told AS. “It’s a shame that in Formula 1 […]
Mekies may keep Verstappen at Red Bull – Schumacher
Jul.23 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher believes Red Bull’s shock leadership shake-up has significantly improved the chances of Max Verstappen staying with the team beyond 2025. Speaking on Sky Deutschland’s Backstage Boxengasse, Schumacher praised Red Bull’s new direction following Christian Horner’s abrupt sacking and the installation of Laurent Mekies as team principal. “Red Bull made a brilliant […]
Vasseur set for new Ferrari deal amid Spa upgrades
Jul.23 (GMM) Amid swirling speculation about his long-term future, Frederic Vasseur is reportedly set to be offered at least a one-year contract extension to stay on as Ferrari team principal in 2026. Italy’s Autosprint claims top Ferrari management has decided to back Vasseur despite earlier rumours that the team might overhaul its structure, adopting a […]
Allison admits Mercedes lacks tyre mastery in 2025
Jul.23 (GMM) James Allison has pinpointed tyre management as the key weakness behind Mercedes’ erratic 2025 form – and the area where dominant McLaren has a clear edge. “We’re in a yo-yo effect between winning on our own merits and having bad weekends like we had in Austria and England,” the Mercedes technical director told […]