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Antonelli explains "weird" spin and car instability which cost F1 Brazilian GP win

2 days 18 hours ago

from: Autosport.com

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Kimi Antonelli vowed to put aside his Brazilian Grand Prix anger to celebrate Mercedes winning the Formula 1 constructors' title, as he rued the balance issues and the... read more »

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Verstappen offers explanation for his mysterious steering issues in Sao Paulo practice

4 days 3 hours ago

from: F1Technical.net

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Max Verstappen remained firmly in contention at the front during Friday's practice sessions for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, finishing third in both FP1 and FP2. read more »

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Verstappen rues lost pole opportunity as Red Bull shows improved pace in Mexico

10 days 2 hours ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 295 views )

Max Verstappen believes he was firmly in contention for pole position after Red Bull made significant progress with its car, but a lock-up during his final Q3 attempt... read more »

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Verstappen encouraged by Red Bull's strong start to US GP weekend

18 days 5 hours ago

from: F1Technical.net

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Max Verstappen finished second and third in Friday's practice sessions in Austin, putting Red Bull firmly in contention for pole position, while team-mate Isack Hadjar... read more »

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Antonelli admits Mercedes "dropped back in terms of competitiveness come qualifying"

about 1 month ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 428 views )

Mercedes appeared to be in contention for pole position after a strong FP3 session at the Sepang International Circuit, but the team's pace disappeared when Qualifying got... read more »

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Video: F2 Feature Race 1 Highlights | 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix

about 1 month ago

from: YouTube.com

( 323 views )

Highlights from the first FIA Formula 2 Feature Race in Baku. Alpine Academy Driver, Alex Dunne starts from pole as he looks for his first win of the season, to put himself... read more »

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Vowles explains Williams' 2026 struggles and outlines path back to title contention

about 1 month ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 740 views )

James Vowles has provided a frank assessment of Williams' difficult 2026 Formula 1 campaign, admitting that the team has been exposed by the sport's biggest-ever... read more »

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Mercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades

about 1 month ago

from: Autosport.com

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Mercedes has confirmed its next big Formula 1 car upgrade will arrive at the forthcoming grand prix in Malaysia, where it hopes to get back into contention for pole.The Silver... read more »

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Honda replaces F1 power unit boss in organisation shuffle

about 1 month ago

from: Autosport.com

( 347 views )

Aston Martin's engine partner Honda has replaced the project leader of its Formula 1 power unit programme as it aims to claw its way back into contention.On Monday the... read more »

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Antonelli wins at Madring as satefy car ruins Norris' chances

about 1 month ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 343 views )

Kimi Antonelli has emerged victorious in the first Spanish Grand Prix held at the Madring. Max Verstappen was in contention the entire race and finished second while Lando... read more »

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Hamilton and Leclerc suggest Mercedes still enjoy power advantage at Monza despite the upgraded ...

2 months ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 458 views )

Ferrari enjoyed a strong opening day at its home Italian Grand Prix, with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton both remaining firmly in contention at the top of the timesheets at... read more »

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Vowles hails the early impact of McLaren's former chief operating office at Grove

2 months ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 528 views )

Williams team principal James Vowles has praised the early impact of Piers Thynne after the former McLaren chief operating officer joined the team as part of its ongoing effort... read more »

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Norris warns McLaren still needs more performance despite back-to-back wins

2 months ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 464 views )

Lando Norris has warned that McLaren cannot afford to become complacent despite winning the last two Grands Prix and securing consecutive pole positions, insisting that the... read more »

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Why is Antonelli taking grid penalties on home soil in Italy?

2 months ago

from: SkySports.com/F1

( 388 views )

Championship leader Kimi Antonelli is highly unlikely to be in contention for victory on home soil at this weekend's Italian Grand Prix. read more »

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Max Verstappen battles illness at Dutch Grand Prix, Red Bull star provides health update

3 months ago

from: GPfans.com

( 485 views )

F1 superstar Max Verstappen has revealed that he has been battling illness all weekend as he struggles to put Red Bull in contention at his home Dutch Grand Prix. read more »

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Former Red Bull F1 chief sounds alarm on team's form

3 months ago

from: GPfans.com

( 483 views )

Helmut Marko isn't optimistic that Red Bull will return to title contention anytime soon. read more »

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Vasseur provides his verdict on Ferrari's difficulties in Hungaroring qualifying

4 months ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 429 views )

Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur believes the Scuderia remains firmly in contention for victory in the Hungarian Grand Prix despite Lewis Hamilton narrowly missing pole... read more »

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Charles Leclerc reveals why he is “disappointed” with final Spa Q3 lap

4 months ago

from: MotorSportWeek.com

( 392 views )

Charles Leclerc has revealed his disappointment at qualifying fifth for the Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix, hinting that a better result was possible. Leclerc never featured in... read more »

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Russell: I need to be better to fight for championship

4 months ago

from: SkySports.com/F1

( 333 views )

George Russell has admitted he needs to be better if he is going to stay in title contention this season. read more »

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Why Verstappen is 'right to be angry' after another "super dangerous" wing failure

4 months ago

from: Autosport.com

( 409 views )

Max Verstappen had a litany of complaints after the British Grand Prix, where his Red Bull spun off into the gravel at Stowe corner with six laps to run.Verstappen had been in... read more »

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Wolff points to traffic issues that hindered Russell during Silverstone qualifying

4 months ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 370 views )

Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff praised his team's performance after a standout Saturday at Silverstone, where Kimi Antonelli claimed both his maiden Sprint victory and... read more »

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Video: ‘Resilient’ Russell + Resurgent Max | Austrian GP Review | F1 Nation Podcast

4 months ago

from: YouTube.com

( 398 views )

Tom Clarkson is joined in the Red Bull Ring paddock by F1TV experts James Hinchcliffe and Alex Brundle to analyse the Austrian Grand Prix. George Russell got back to winning... read more »

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Gasly: "The timeline is as soon as possible" as Alpine targets steady climb back to the front

5 months ago

from: F1Technical.net

( 377 views )

Ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Pierre Gasly offered an optimistic assessment of Alpine's long‑term ambitions, responding to recent comments from Executive Advisor... read more »

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Lewis Hamilton F1 title boost as Ferrari engine upgrade targets Mercedes

5 months ago

from: GPfans.com

( 372 views )

Ferrari's latest upgrade could really put them in contention for the F1 drivers' title in 2026, according to reports in Italian media. read more »

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F1 Odds: Barcelona Grand Prix favourites as Lewis Hamilton shocks Antonelli

5 months ago

from: GPfans.com

( 381 views )

Lewis Hamilton is right back in contention to end his long F1 win drought at today's Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix (3pm local time, 2pm UK, 9am Eastern). read more »