Verstappen explains ‘unacceptable’ Red Bull problems behind Brazil GP radio outburst

Verstappen looks unhappy

Max Verstappen has explained the frustration behind his blunt radio messages during Friday practice at the Brazilian Grand Prix, revealing that inconsistent gear changes and an unusual steering problem were among the issues affecting his Red Bull. Despite finishing third in both opening sessions at Interlagos, the four-time world champion believes there is considerably more … Read more

Wolff gives Mercedes staff freedom to skip Middle East races as F1 safety concerns grow

Mercedes F1 team boss Toto Wolff

Toto Wolff has made it clear that Mercedes employees will not be forced to travel to Qatar or Abu Dhabi if they have concerns about the security situation in the Middle East. The Mercedes team principal supports Formula 1’s current position on the races but insists that individuals must be free to make their own … Read more

Paul Velasco accuses Verstappen of crossing the line as Lawson criticism reignites Red Bull controversy

Verstappen suffers from back pain

Paul Velasco has delivered a pointed criticism of Max Verstappen following his confrontation with Liam Lawson, describing the Dutchman’s behaviour as unnecessary and unprofessional while questioning the way Red Bull has treated the New Zealander’s Formula 1 career. The respected F1 commentator believes Verstappen was entitled to be frustrated by Lawson’s aggressive approach during the … Read more

Qatar GP introduces emergency attack shelters as F1 prepares for Lusail return

Lusail circuit qatar

Lusail International Circuit has circulated detailed emergency shelter locations and attack-response instructions covering both MotoGP and Formula 1, raising fresh questions about the security arrangements surrounding the final races of the 2026 F1 season. The document, dated November 4, sets out where drivers, team personnel and other attendees should take shelter in the event of … Read more

Verstappen forced to abandon Brazil race simulation as Red Bull problems emerge

Max looks unhappy

Max Verstappen was forced to cut his race simulation short during Friday practice at the Brazilian Grand Prix after encountering a series of technical problems with his Red Bull. However, the Dutchman’s early pace offered considerable encouragement, with his initial long-run performance suggesting that he could be a serious contender for victory at Interlagos. Verstappen … Read more

Schumacher dismisses Colton Herta’s F1 hopes as Cadillac face crucial driver decision

Colton Herta Indycar driver holding his racing cap

Ralf Schumacher has delivered a brutal assessment of Colton Herta’s Formula 1 prospects, questioning why Cadillac would consider the American as a potential replacement for Valtteri Bottas. The former F1 driver believes the team’s search for the right teammate for Sergio Perez should focus elsewhere, even suggesting a McLaren junior as a stronger alternative. Herta … Read more

Vasseur reveals what happened at Ferrari’s crisis summit after Hamilton and Leclerc clash

Ferrari team boss upset

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has revealed details of a crisis meeting involving Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc after tensions between the two drivers threatened to create further problems for the Scuderia. Following their on-track confrontation at the Mexican Grand Prix and subsequent verbal exchanges, Vasseur insists the discussions went well and that Ferrari is … Read more

Aston Martin admit Honda engine problems left nobody happy after Mexico double retirement

Aston Martin have acknowledged the scale of their frustration with Honda after Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll both retired from the Mexican Grand Prix within the opening five laps. Mike Krack admitted that nobody was satisfied with the situation, while Honda confirmed that unusual operating conditions had exposed weaknesses in its power unit’s cooling systems. … Read more

Alan Permane extends Racing Bulls contract until 2031 as Liam Lawson faces major 2027 decision

team boss with cap on

Racing Bulls team principal Alan Permane has committed his long-term future to the Formula 1 team, signing a contract extension that will keep him in his current role until 2031. However, while the agreement provides stability behind the scenes, Permane now faces an important decision over the team’s driver line-up, with Liam Lawson’s future for … Read more