F1: Sainz Jr. says he can take on ‘any driver’
(GMM) Carlos Sainz Jr. thinks he could take on “any driver” in Formula 1. The Spaniard replaced Sebastian Vettel at Ferrari for 2021, and is now steadily approaching the pace … Read More
Category: Formula 1
F1: 2021 ‘pendulum’ swinging away from Red Bull – Glock
(GMM) Timo Glock thinks the “pendulum” of competitiveness has swung back in Mercedes’ favor. “I hope Red Bull can strike back,” said the former F1 driver, “because I can feel … Read More
F1: Alfa Romeo gets green light to hire a star driver
Alfa Romeo team boss Frederic Vasseur has been given the green light to hire a star driver in 2022. Should Valtteri Bottas be replaced by George Russell, the Finn is … Read More
Rumor: Honda might become Red Bull F1 sponsor
Just when the combination of Red Bull Racing and Honda have a real chance to win an F1 title together, Honda is leaving Formula 1 after this season. Red Bull will certainly not … Read More
F1: Marko admits ‘options’ amid Bottas to Red Bull rumor
(GMM) F1’s August break did not put the brakes on the driver ‘silly season’, with sensational new rumors linking Valtteri Bottas with Red Bull for 2022. Although it had appeared … Read More
F1: Formula E champion now eyeing Williams move
(GMM) New Formula E champion Nyck de Vries is not ruling out making the big move into F1 for 2022. The 26-year-old Dutchman races for Mercedes’ works team, which is … Read More
F1: Vettel says 18-inch tires are faster
(GMM) Alfa Romeo’s technical boss has warned Formula 1 drivers not to get too excited about the move to low-profile 18-inch tires for 2022. F1 drivers have been getting a … Read More
Albon not ruling out full-time IndyCar switch
(GMM) Alex Albon has opened the door to IndyCar, after trying out a cockpit for size during a visit with Romain Grosjean at Indianapolis last weekend. Red Bull’s F1 reserve … Read More
F1: Bad news for 70,000 Dutch GP ticket holders
(GMM) Dutch GP organizers have had to inform a third of the ticketed spectators for the forthcoming Formula 1 race at Zandvoort that they can no longer attend. With government … Read More
Rumor: Red Bull to send Perez to Williams F1 (Update)
This rumor is upgraded to ‘strong’ today. According to AutoRacing1.com sources, Mexican Sergio Perez will be let go by the Red Bull F1 team, and he will replace George Russell … Read More
Rumor: Japanese F1 race to be cancelled (Update)
This rumor is upgraded to ‘fact’ today. Formula 1 has announced that the 2021 Japanese Grand Prix has been cancelled, with race organizers citing “ongoing complexities” related to the Covid-19 … Read More
Albon says 2022 F1 and IndyCar cockpit talks ‘begin now’ (3rd Update)
We have already rumored that Michael Andretti is close to wooing former F1 driver Romain Grosjean and his engineer Olivier Boisson over from Dale Coyne Racing to his team. If … Read More
Rumor: F1 to introduce ‘Curb Feelers’ on 2022 F1 cars
It looks like F1 has an issue on their hands. Might we see the return of ‘curb feelers’? Sebastian Vettel has raised an issue while trying out the 18-inch tires … Read More
Nico Rosberg rejected $100m to extend racing career
Nico Rosberg has revealed he walked away from future earnings of $100m when he retired as F1 World Champion at the end of 2016 just to not have to deal … Read More
Rumor: COTA might get two F1 races this year (3rd Update)
COTA chairman Bobby Epstein said he expects to learn in the next few days whether F1 will run two races at the venue in October. COTA has a waiting list … Read More
F1: Aston Martin withdraws Vettel’s DQ appeal
Team Statement: Having considered our position and having noted the FIA stewards’ verdict that there was clear new evidence of a fuel system failure, we have nonetheless withdrawn our appeal … Read More
F1: Schumacher’s wife willed him to survive
Last year renowned neurosurgeon Erich Riederer said Michael Schumacher was in a “vegetative” state. Despite this, Ex-Ferrari team boss Jean Todt said Michael Schumacher’s wife has “willed him to survive” … Read More
F1: Hamilton-Verstappen clash just ‘racing’ – Todt
(GMM) Jean Todt says the clash between title contenders Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen recently was just “racing”. And the FIA president revealed that he told that to Red Bull … Read More
F1: Alonso praise ‘means a lot to me’ – Russell
(GMM) George Russell says recent praise from F1 legend and rival Fernando Alonso “means a lot to me”. Amid ongoing speculation that Russell is set to be promoted from Williams … Read More
F1: Schumacher, Giovinazzi, set to stay put for 2022
(GMM) Ferrari is in talks with Haas about keeping Mick Schumacher at the small American team for 2022. There have been rumors suggesting the 22-year-old rookie, and son of F1 … Read More
F1: Dutch GP boss tells fans not to boo Hamilton
(GMM) Jan Lammers says Dutch fans should refrain from booing Lewis Hamilton once Formula 1 touches down at Zandvoort early next month. In Hungary, a race attended by many of … Read More
F1: Schumacher fighting accident ‘consequences’ – Todt
(GMM) Michael Schumacher “survived” but suffered “consequences” as a result of his 2013 skiing accident, FIA president Jean Todt has confirmed. It is widely believed – but has never been … Read More
Rumor: Top Alpine F1 engineer could be Red Bull-bound
(GMM) Renault-owned Alpine has confirmed the departure of long-time top engineer Remi Taffin. The Frenchman, who has been with the French manufacturer for over 20 years, was head of the … Read More
F1: Ferrari to launch 2022 engine parts this season
(GMM) Mattia Binotto has confirmed reports that Ferrari will launch several components of its 2022 power unit later this season. Corriere della Sera newspaper this week claimed the Maranello team … Read More
Video: F1 Race Strategy Special with Bernie Collins
Each race weekend, INSIDER takes fans behind the scenes to discover the inner workings of the team. The Hungarian Grand Prix is no exception. But this time, we’re focusing on … Read More