about 2 hours ago

US Grand Prix Set to Remain in F1 Calendar Until 2034

“Since 2012, the United States Grand Prix has continued to grow,” F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali said, as F1 locked Circuit of the Americas in through 2034. The Austin weekend has drawn 430,000-plus and delivered $7B in economic impact over its first decade. “We’re proud… COTA will overtake Watkins Glen as the longest-serving U.S. track,” COTA Chair Bobby Epstein added.

By Tanish Chachra

about 3 hours ago

Lewis Hamilton Says Ferrari’s Processes Improved After COTA Qualifying

“We made improvements… tried something different and it really worked,” Hamilton said after qualifying top five at COTA. He praised calmer communication, timing, and tire temps: “We executed it much better.” He felt “a tenth” was left after battling setup swings. Sprint P4 came via Charles Leclerc's error. Hamilton would be aiming to get his maiden Ferrari podium.

By Tanish Chachra

1 day ago

Toto Wolff Says He Was ‘Straightforward and Fair’ With Mercedes Drivers

“Being open and transparent is the best path forward,” Wolff said, denying “on-purpose flirting” with Max Verstappen while 2026 seats were unsettled. He admitted the saga was “destabilizing,” but kept faith: “I stand by George [Russell] and Kimi [Antonelli].” Wolff also called Antonelli's rise a “no-brainer”. Russell's 8 podium contribution, including 2 wins, keeps Mercedes P2.

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

Toto Wolff Says George Russell Was Always “Underrated” Beside Lewis Hamilton

Apart from pointing to Hamilton, Wolff said Russell’s “introverted style” has contributed to him being underrated. He said this after both Russell and Kimi Antonelli were confirmed by Mercedes for 2026. This development puts an end to rumors of a Max Verstappen move to Mercedes. Russell has been extremely reliable for Mercedes in 2025, with two wins and 273 points.

By Tanish Chachra

4 days ago

Mercedes Locks In 2026: George Russell & Kimi Antonelli Stay

On the eve of the US GP, Mercedes confirmed much anticipated Russell and Antonelli pairing for 2026. Toto Wolff called it “a matter of when, not if,” praising the pairing as the team eyes F1’s new regs. Contract terms weren’t disclosed. Russell is set to mark a decade with Mercedes since 2017. Antonelli, despite the inconsistent returns, keeps Mercedes' faith.

By Tanish Chachra

5 days ago

Mika Hakkinen Advises Charles Leclerc To “Stick With It” At Ferrari

“Never give up,” Hakkinen said, recalling McLaren convincing him to wait until “all the aspects” aligned, advice that preceded his 1998 title after serving since 1993. He believes the same patience “is going to work with Leclerc and Ferrari.” Leclerc, as a Tifosi, eyes to bag a title with Ferrari, but continued struggles can run his patience out.

By Tanish Chachra

5 days ago

Mario Andretti Claims McLaren Favors Lando Norris Over Oscar Piastri

“Piastri is calmer and takes a more calculated approach,” Andretti said. “It seems McLaren supports Lando more. Don’t know why.” Though, Andretti praised both drivers. As the title fight heads to Austin, scrutiny on team strategy will follow, as Max Verstappen with 273 points also holds a distant shot at the drivers' championship. Norris (314) trails Piastri by 22 points.

By Tanish Chachra

5 days ago

George Russell Tried to ‘Give It Back’ to Max Verstappen, Reveals Ted Kravitz

In Notes from the Pit Lane, Kravitz recounts how Russell, after calling Verstappen a “bully” post-Qatar, arrived in Abu Dhabi ready to pile on. He urged Kravitz to ask follow-ups so he could “call Max out.” At the drivers’ dinner, Russell refused to sit beside Verstappen. The tension cooled over winter but remains a fiery F1 rivalry.

By Tanish Chachra

5 days ago

Zak Brown Calls Alex Palou’s Oscar Piastri Claim ‘Ludicrous’

Brown rejected Palou’s court assertion that he opposed signing Piastri and wasn’t the decision-maker. “Both allegations are clearly ludicrous,” he told Reuters, adding anyone following F1 “will see straight through them.” Palou had said the call was Andreas Seidl’s and that Piastri would be measured against him for 2024. Piastri leads the championship table by 22 points.

By Tanish Chachra

6 days ago

Lewis Hamilton’s New Internal Memo Challenges Ferrari ‘Internal Politics’

Corriere reports Hamilton has sent a new internal memo to Ferrari leadership, pressing for reforms in track operations, tire prep, and decision-making, yet his requests keep getting sidelined. He’s pushing faster feedback loops, less centralization, and clearer authority on setup calls alongside Charles Leclerc. With Austin as the next test, pressure mounts on Fred Vasseur.

By Tanish Chachra

7 days ago

Max Verstappen Tips Mercedes To Lead Under 2026 F1 Rules

"I do believe Mercedes will be at the front in 2026, especially with the engine," Verstappen told Sky Germany while discussing the new regulations. He praised expected power unit gains as teams pivot to aero and hybrid rules. George Russell welcomed the nod as Mercedes targets a reset after struggles, while Red Bull readies its first in-house engine with Ford.

By Tanish Chachra

7 days ago

Mika Hakkinen Backs Daughter Ella As Future F1 Trailblazer

"Her motivation is incomprehensible. She wants to be a racing driver… at this point, she’s a real badass," Hakkinen said, tipping Ella as a potential first female F1 driver this century. He added female drivers "will rise to the highest level by 2030." Ella took pole and finished second in Slovakia’s Champions of the Future Academy karting series.

By Tanish Chachra

7 days ago

Max Verstappen Gets 'Promising' 2026 Red Bull Boost, Says Pierre Waché

“Very, very promising,” Waché said of Red Bull’s 2026 power unit as the team builds its first in-house engine. He warned aero rules make the chassis “difficult to say,” with “a lot to find.” After wins in Italy and Azerbaijan, Verstappen sits 63 points behind Oscar Piastri. “Continuing development” remains key, but 2025-26 links “should not be” assumed.

By Tanish Chachra

10 days ago

Pirelli Plans 2026 C6 Fix After Max Verstappen Critique

After Verstappen said “leave that tire at home,” in Azerbaijan, Pirelli boss Mario Isola said C6 won’t return in 2025 and will be reworked for 2026. Citing graining and low mechanical resistance, especially in cold, Pirelli dropped C6 for Singapore and Las Vegas. Isola added it was still “a couple tenths” quicker than C5 but “peaky,” promising wider C5–C6 delta.

By Tanish Chachra

10 days ago

Guenther Steiner: George Russell Holds Leverage in Mercedes 2026 Talks

“George will get one,” said Guenther Steiner. “If not at Mercedes, elsewhere.” With wins in Canada and Singapore and leadership beside Kimi Antonelli, Russell “knows what he’s worth” and “wants more than a one-year contract.” Steiner suggested Toto Wolff prefers flexibility, “give him one year” in case Max Verstappen becomes available, while “the one performing is George.”

By Tanish Chachra

11 days ago

George Russell Rejects Mercedes Offers, Seeks Clause Tied to Kimi Antonelli

Negotiations have stalled at Brackley. Russell has “refused” multiple extension proposals. He wants “not just a salary increase,” pushing to “review certain conditions.” He’s open to a one-year deal with an automatic extension if he outperforms Antonelli in 2026. Marketing days are a snag, Mercedes wants 60 annually; he wants fewer. Talks remain delicate for now.

By Tanish Chachra

11 days ago

Adrian Newey’s ‘Two-Year Handicap’ Jab Drove Aston Martin Harder, Says Andy Cowell

Focused on 2026 rules, Newey flagged Aston Martin’s driver-in-the-loop simulator as a “significant handicap.” Cowell revealed twist, “He whispered he said two years to push the guys along.” The jab stung but galvanized efforts, “We’re making the simulation and cockpit more representative.” Meanwhile, “lunch-break meetings” priority is freeing Newey to design the fastest car.

By Tanish Chachra

11 days ago

Charles Leclerc Admits Ferrari Drivers ‘Passengers’ as Struggles Continue

Leclerc forecast a difficult run-in, saying Ferrari’s pace has stalled. “We don’t have the race car to fight,” he said. “We’re kind of passengers.” He believes McLaren, Red Bull and Mercedes share a frontrunning level, with Ferrari adrift. Winless and eight points clear of Red Bull for third, he added, “It’s tough, but it motivates me to turn things around.”

By Tanish Chachra

11 days ago

“They Go Overboard Showing Celebrities”: Carlos Sainz Criticizes F1 TV

Sainz said that broadcast cutaways to celebrities and girlfriends have “become a trend.” He accepts reaction shots “if the competition is respected,” but argued producers “missed a lot” of his and Fernando Alonso’s Singapore chase. “Show important moments,” he urged, adding VIP congestion has grown so intense that drivers now use scooters to navigate the paddock.

By Tanish Chachra

14 days ago

Mercedes Expect George Russell Deal Soon as Toto Wolff Hails “Formidable” Season

Out of contract after this season, Russell’s future cleared once Max Verstappen stayed at Red Bull. Wolff says a new deal is close, possibly before the US GP, and praised Russell, "Haven’t seen mistakes.” On his contract talks, he said, “Good things take a while. It’s about the detail,” Both sides have signaled it’s a matter of time.

By Tanish Chachra

14 days ago

George Russell After Singapore Win: “I Feel Ready to Fight for a Championship”

Russell dominated Singapore over Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, “I’m a very different driver… more complete, more confident.” He called it “probably my most dominant weekend,” crediting experience and a calmer approach: “No point stressing… it’s the same for everybody.” Mercedes will “sit down… to understand why the performance was so good,” as he eyes a title push.

By Tanish Chachra

14 days ago

George Russell Reflects on 2018 Lewis Hamilton Inspiration After Singapore Win

“Back in 2018 I was here with Mercedes watching Lewis take an insane pole and win… dreaming of being in F1,” Russell wrote on Instagram. “Seven years later, it’s a special moment to win here in Singapore and celebrate with my team.” He recreated Hamilton’s post-race photo on track, capping a pole-to-flag weekend that surprised even Mercedes.

By Tanish Chachra

14 days ago

Lewis Hamilton Breaks Michael Schumacher Record for Consecutive Fastest-Lap Seasons

Hamilton moves to a record 16 straight seasons with a fastest lap (2010–2025), eclipsing Schumacher’s 15 (1992–2006). The Ferrari driver’s streak spans multiple regulation and power-unit eras, breaking yet another Schumacher record. However, his Ferrari stint has been underwhelming so far, he is yet to record a podium, and has questioned the team’s pit-lane procedures.

By Tanish Chachra

14 days ago

Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri Seal McLaren’s 2025 Constructors’ Crown

“We all won… another world championship for McLaren,” Norris radioed. With P3 and P4 in Singapore, Norris and Piastri sealed back-to-back constructors’ titles with six rounds left, equaling Red Bull’s record despite George Russell’s win. It’s McLaren’s 10th constructors’ title. Andrea Stella said the focus was on “maximizing potential” after realizing the car could deliver.

By Tanish Chachra

15 days ago

Lando Norris Denies Deliberately Holding Up Max Verstappen in Singapore Qualifying

Norris rejected Verstappen’s claim he ruined the final lap: “Holding Max? No, I didn’t know about it.” Verstappen had gone wide at Turn 16 and aborted, after hearing on radio, “You can thank your mate for that.” Starting P5 (with Oscar Piastri P3), Norris said McLaren lacked front grip, “Mercedes are always the quickest when fronts struggle.”

By Tanish Chachra

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