Aug.3 (GMM) Lewis Hamilton’s painful transition to Ferrari has hit a new low, with the seven-time world champion declaring himself “useless” after failing to reach Q3 in Hungary. “The team, they have no problem – you’ve seen the car is on pole,” said Hamilton, whose teammate Charles Leclerc surprised many with a front-row start. “So, […]
Verstappen says even wins not possible now in 2025
Aug.3 (GMM) Max Verstappen says he no longer expects to win another race in 2025, as Red Bull’s form slump continues and the reigning quadruple world champion slips further out of title contention. “No, not like this. Absolutely not,” Verstappen told ServusTV after qualifying just eighth in Hungary – behind both Aston Martins and even […]
Alonso glad he didn’t sit out Hungary GP
Aug.3 (GMM) Fernando Alonso says it was “worth it” to race in Hungary, after back pain almost forced him to sit out the weekend. The Aston Martin driver, 44, missed FP1 following a muscular injury sustained during the Belgian GP, with reserve Felipe Drugovich filling in. But Alonso returned for FP2, completed the weekend, and […]
Steiner set to take over Tech3 MotoGP team
Aug.3 (GMM) Guenther Steiner is poised to take over the Tech3 MotoGP team, with multiple sources reporting that the former F1 boss will lead the project with financial backing from U.S.-based investment group Apex. The deal, reportedly worth over 20 million euros, is said to be in the final stages, with Steiner expected to assume […]
Pirelli pushes strategy shake-up with bold tyre tweaks
Aug.3 (GMM) Pirelli has confirmed a new strategic tyre allocation approach for the remainder of the 2025 Formula 1 season, aimed at forcing greater variation in race strategies and boosting the on-track spectacle. Following an inconclusive test of the system at a rain-affected Belgian GP, motorsport director Mario Isola revealed the compound-skipping format will now […]
Bottas deal with Cadillac already ‘settled’
Aug.2 (GMM) Valtteri Bottas says he’s still aiming for a full-time Formula 1 comeback in 2026, as speculation linking him to Cadillac’s new team continues to grow. “I want to be back on the grid,” the 35-year-old told Sky Deutschland in Hungary. “That’s my goal.” Bottas confirmed discussions are taking place but denied a deal […]
2026 cars will reward brains over talent – Albon
Aug.2 (GMM) Alex Albon has given an early driver’s-eye view of the 2026 Formula 1 cars, suggesting the new regulations will require a dramatic shift in driving style and mindset. The Williams driver, who has recently tested a 2026-spec car in the simulator, said the experience was a glimpse into a future where intelligence and […]
Elkann backs renewed Vasseur as rumours end
Aug.2 (GMM) Ferrari chairman John Elkann made a rare appearance in the paddock at the Hungarian GP, publicly endorsing team boss Frederic Vasseur after confirming a multi-year contract extension ahead of the summer break. Amid earlier speculation that Vasseur might be scapegoated for Ferrari’s failure to mount a consistent title challenge, Elkann praised the Frenchman’s […]
Alonso sits out FP1 with back injury
Aug.2 (GMM) Fernando Alonso sat out Friday practice in Hungary after sustaining a back injury at last weekend’s Belgian GP. The 44-year-old – currently the oldest driver on the Formula 1 grid – hurt himself during the Spa race and underwent an MRI scan this week, revealing a muscular lesion on the left side of […]
F1 bosses open to weekend overhaul as sprint rumours swirl
Aug.2 (GMM) Formula 1 bosses say they are open to reinventing the sport’s weekend format again in future, amid speculation Liberty Media may push for further changes beyond 2026. In Hungary on Friday, team bosses and suppliers were asked about Liberty’s direction since acquiring the sport in 2017, and whether F1 needs to continue evolving […]
Marko ends Vettel return and Verstappen exit talk
Aug.2 (GMM) Dr Helmut Marko has poured cold water on renewed speculation that Sebastian Vettel could return to Red Bull in an advisory role. With Marko now wielding greater influence at Red Bull following Christian Horner’s internal power struggles last year and sacking just weeks ago, the 82-year-old says there is no room for a […]
Russell jokes Kimi ‘wasn’t supposed to say that’
Aug.2 (GMM) Toto Wolff has rubbished suggestions Mercedes held an “emergency” technical meeting between Spa and Hungary, despite Kimi Antonelli admitting the team reverted to its old rear suspension for this weekend’s race. The 18-year-old rookie, under increasing pressure following a emotionally tough run of poor form, let slip to media that Mercedes decided to […]
Verstappen expects future speculation to return
Aug.2 (GMM) Max Verstappen says fans and media should brace for another round of speculation next year, despite the 2026 rumours finally cooling ahead of the summer break. “If you ask me these question again next year, we’ll have the same speculation again,” the Red Bull driver said in Hungary, after weeks of uncertainty about […]
What’s next for Horner as Ferrari door shuts?
Aug.1 (GMM) With Fred Vasseur now confirmed to stay on at Ferrari beyond 2025, speculation about Christian Horner’s next move has reignited. According to Auto Motor und Sport, Horner had reportedly held informal talks with Ferrari executives before his exit from Red Bull. However, no agreement was reached, and Vasseur’s renewal now closes that door […]
Tsunoda defends Red Bull future as Hadjar lurks
Aug.1 (GMM) With Max Verstappen effectively locked in at Red Bull for 2026, focus is turning to who will be his next teammate. Yuki Tsunoda, promoted from Racing Bulls this year following Liam Lawson’s early struggle alongside Verstappen, admits results haven’t been ideal but says internal progress is clear. “Without the points, it’s not ideal, […]
Sim gives F1 drivers early taste of 2026 cars
Aug.1 (GMM) F1’s 2026 revolution is creeping closer – and the first impressions from the simulator are already dividing opinion. At Aston Martin, Lance Stroll recently slammed the new rules after trialling the 2026-spec Newey-designed car in the sim. His teammate Fernando Alonso, though, urged caution before drawing conclusions. “I only did one day in […]
Confusion reigns over Madrid F1 track debut
Aug.1 (GMM) A fresh dispute has erupted over which series will be first to race on Madrid’s new Formula 1 street circuit in 2026. Earlier this week, Spain’s AS newspaper reported that the Eurocup-3 series would debut the ‘Madring’ layout in August 2026 – a month before Formula 1’s scheduled debut in the Spanish capital. […]
Aston value soars as Newey ignores struggling ’25 car
Aug.1 (GMM) While Aston Martin’s on-track performance has dipped sharply in 2025, the value of its Formula 1 team is soaring to unprecedented heights. This week, Aston Martin Lagonda confirmed it had signed a binding letter of intent to sell its minority stake in the Silverstone-based team for 110 million pounds. According to Auto Bild, […]
Dunne turns heads as F1 paddock buzz grows louder
Aug.1 (GMM) McLaren junior Alex Dunne is emerging as one of the most talked-about prospects in the Formula 1 paddock following his standout FP1 debut in Austria and a breakthrough rookie campaign in Formula 2. Despite a disqualification at Spa stripping him of a feature race win, Dunne sits just 11 points off the F2 […]
Mercedes resets suspension after Antonelli’s Spa tears
Aug.1 (GMM) Mercedes has made a major technical reset ahead of the Hungarian GP, reverting to its previous rear suspension layout following a string of underwhelming results and rising pressure on teenage rookie Kimi Antonelli. The 18-year-old Italian, who replaced Lewis Hamilton this season, broke down emotionally amid a woeful weekend at Spa. In the […]