Nov.11 (GMM) Toto Wolff says Mercedes will now throw its full weight behind George Russell’s bid to beat Max Verstappen to second place in the drivers’ championship. With Kimi Antonelli already secure as world champion and Mercedes securing the constructors’ title in Brazil, Russell’s championship position is now the team’s remaining priority. Verstappen is 17 […]
Vasseur under fire as driver feud divides F1
Nov.11 (GMM) Veteran Italian journalist Giorgio Terruzzi has accused Frederic Vasseur of appearing detached from Ferrari’s ongoing crisis, as the debate over Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc continues. Speaking on his Terruzzi Racconta podcast after the Brazilian GP, Terruzzi questioned whether the Ferrari boss is showing enough urgency. “It seems to me that he doesn’t […]
Fornaroli stays busy amid McLaren driver speculation
Nov.11 (GMM) McLaren is continuing to invest heavily in Leonardo Fornaroli’s Formula 1 development, as speculation grows about the team’s longer-term driver lineup. The reigning Formula 2 champion completed his seventh and final TPC test of 2026 at Jerez, covering 58 laps in last year’s McLaren MCL39. According to Sky Italia, the Italian arrived directly […]
Barrichello tips Antonelli to join Ferrari
Nov.11 (GMM) Rubens Barrichello has joined the growing list of Formula 1 figures predicting that newly crowned world champion Kimi Antonelli will eventually race for Ferrari. The former Ferrari driver, having attended his home grand prix at Interlagos, told La Gazzetta dello Sport that the 20-year-old Italian would find it difficult to resist Maranello. “I […]
Lawson renewal nears as Tsolov tests Racing Bulls
Nov.11 (GMM) Liam Lawson appears increasingly likely to stay at Racing Bulls in 2027, although the team is still refusing to confirm its driver lineup as Nikola Tsolov continues testing. Reports suggest Lawson and Arvid Lindblad will remain together next year, with Tsolov potentially taking the Red Bull reserve role occupied by Yuki Tsunoda in […]
F1 abandons Imola backup as Gulf races get green light
Nov.11 (GMM) Formula 1 has decided to proceed with its Qatar and Abu Dhabi finales despite the continuing Middle East crisis, officially telling Imola to abandon preparations for an emergency replacement race. The decision came on Tuesday’s deadline, with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem first declaring on social media that both Gulf races were going […]
FIA admits ADUO rules need changes for 2027
Nov.11 (GMM) The FIA has admitted Formula 1’s controversial engine development rules may need refining, after confirming no further changes to the special allowances granted to manufacturers for 2026 and 2027. The third and final ADUO review has produced no additional upgrade opportunities, leaving Red Bull-Ford as the combustion engine benchmark. Under the system, Mercedes […]
Hamilton does not deserve Ferrari status – Ralf
Nov.10 (GMM) Ralf Schumacher has launched another attack on Lewis Hamilton, accusing the seven time world champion of demanding a status at Ferrari that his performances do not justify. The criticism follows the tensions with Charles Leclerc after Mexico, and another difficult Brazilian GP in which Hamilton again defied a team strategy call. “I think […]
Camara disappointed after F1 debut in Brazil
Nov.10 (GMM) Rafael Camara admits he made too many mistakes on his Formula 1 debut in Brazil, as uncertainty continues over whether he will remain in the Haas seat for the rest of 2026. The 21-year-old Ferrari junior, who will definitely replace the sacked Esteban Ocon full-time next year, finished last at Interlagos after also […]
Wolff doubts Mercedes dominance in 2027
Nov.10 (GMM) Toto Wolff has warned that Mercedes faces a much tougher championship fight in 2027, despite securing both Formula 1 world titles this season with races to spare. Kimi Antonelli wrapped up the drivers’ championship in Mexico, while Mercedes sealed the constructors’ title in Brazil. But with Lando Norris winning at Interlagos and Max […]
Honda admits reliability has worsened at Aston
Nov.10 (GMM) Honda has admitted its reliability problems have taken a step backwards, with Aston Martin suffering five retirements across the last three Formula 1 race weekends. Fernando Alonso managed to finish in Brazil, but Lance Stroll retired as the team’s troubled 2026 campaign continued. “Mid-season, our reliability was better,” Honda trackside chief Shintaro Orihara […]
Schumacher pushes for IndyCar race in Germany
Nov.10 (GMM) Mick Schumacher wants IndyCar to consider racing in Germany, as the American series prepares for its return to Europe in 2027. IndyCar has already confirmed a race at Barcelona next July, a major boost for Spanish star Alex Palou, with speculation that further European events could follow. Schumacher, who has helped attract growing […]
Leclerc refuses Qatar question as F1 decision looms
Nov.10 (GMM) Charles Leclerc has refused to discuss the uncertainty surrounding Formula 1’s Middle East finale, as the championship approaches its expected Tuesday deadline for a decision. When asked after the Brazilian GP about the situation surrounding Qatar and Abu Dhabi, the Ferrari driver replied: “I’d rather not answer this question.” He then simply added: […]
Lawson now tipped to retain seat for 2027
Nov.10 (GMM) Liam Lawson looks increasingly likely to retain his Racing Bulls seat for 2027, following months of speculation that he could be dropped despite his strong performances. According to Italy’s La Gazzetta dello Sport and other reports, a new deal for the New Zealander is now close. “According to the latest rumours, it should […]
Vasseur defends Pirelli amid rain tyre criticisms
Nov.10 (GMM) Frederic Vasseur has defended Pirelli after drivers slammed its wet weather tyres in Brazil, even as Ferrari particularly struggled on Sunday. Max Verstappen, Isack Hadjar, Carlos Sainz and Lando Norris were among those criticising the rain tyres after a wet weekend at Interlagos. But Vasseur believes Pirelli faces an almost impossible task with […]
Russian GP promoter rejects F1’s legal counterclaim
Nov.10 (GMM) Russia’s former Formula 1 promoter has formally rejected the sport’s demands for payment over races that never took place, describing its legal position as untenable. Irina Aurenius, CEO of state-backed ANO Rosgonki, issued a statement after reports emerged that F1 had filed a counterclaim in the ongoing High Court dispute in London. The […]
Norris explains bizarre podium fireworks incident
Nov.10 (GMM) Lando Norris has explained how he ended up walking directly into a blast of fireworks during his Brazilian GP podium celebrations, just moments after smashing his champagne bottle. The McLaren driver escaped injury despite sparks hitting his face and ear, prompting questions about why he appeared to walk straight into the display. Speaking […]
Piastri splits with Webber after difficult season
Nov.10 (GMM) Oscar Piastri has officially split with long-time manager Mark Webber and his partner Ann, following a difficult season at McLaren and rumours of tensions behind the scenes. The two sides confirmed in a joint statement on Monday that they had “mutually agreed to terminate their management agreement”. “I’d like to thank Mark and […]
Sainz hopes season ends early amid Williams misery
Nov.9 (GMM) Carlos Sainz admits Williams is in such a difficult situation that he would not mind if the 2026 season ended early in Las Vegas. With uncertainty continuing over the final races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi, the Spaniard says Williams has almost nothing left to gain from its troubled car. “We’re in a […]
F1 set to confirm Qatar as Imola plans face halt
Nov.9 (GMM) Formula 1 is expected to make a final decision on its troubled Middle East finale by Tuesday, with growing indications that Qatar and Abu Dhabi will indeed go ahead as planned. Despite the continuing regional conflict and rumours of escalation, De Telegraaf’s Erik van Haren reports that F1 management is still determined to […]