Daily F1 News and Comment

Former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher has raised concerns about the atmosphere inside Ferrari, suggesting that tensions between Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and team principal Fred Vasseur could be undermining the team’s progress. Schumacher has also voiced fears over Vasseur’s health, warning that the Frenchman could decide to step down at the end of the … Read more

Kimi Antonelli could make Formula 1 history this weekend by becoming the youngest world champion ever, potentially taking a record that has belonged to Sebastian Vettel since 2010. However, former Red Bull motorsport adviser Helmut Marko believes the German would have little concern about losing his place in the record books. Speaking to RTL/Sky Sport, … Read more

McLaren will give reserve driver Leonardo Fornaroli the chance to drive the MCL40 during the first free practice sessions at the Mexico City and São Paulo Grands Prix, providing the reigning Formula 1 world champions with another opportunity to assess their rising talent while helping the Italian develop his experience at the highest level. The … Read more

Formula 1 has been criticised for its ten-year deal with Rwanda, with reporter Frank Woestenburg questioning the decision to bring the championship to a country accused of political repression and involvement in the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Woestenburg made the comments in the latest edition of Formula 1 Paddock Talk, where analyst … Read more

Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has dismissed suggestions that the American outfit is becoming a Ferrari ‘B-team’ after confirming Rafael Camara will replace Esteban Ocon for the 2027 Formula 1 season. The Brazilian is expected to join Oliver Bearman, creating a line-up in which both drivers have graduated from Ferrari’s junior programme. However, Komatsu insists … Read more

Helmut Marko has publicly dismissed Christian Horner’s claims in his forthcoming autobiography, describing the book as a “collection of untruths” as tensions between the former Red Bull colleagues continue to escalate. The pair worked together for two decades at Red Bull Racing, overseeing championship-winning campaigns that established Sebastian Vettel and Max Verstappen as four-time Formula … Read more

Cadillac has confirmed a Formula 1 driver change for the United States Grand Prix in Austin, with American racing driver Colton Herta set to replace Sergio Perez for the opening free practice session at the Circuit of The Americas. The 26-year-old will get another opportunity to demonstrate his abilities behind the wheel of Cadillac’s MAC-26 … Read more

McLaren has confirmed that Leonardo Fornaroli will race in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) in 2027 while continuing as the team’s Formula 1 reserve driver, giving the reigning Formula 2 champion a new opportunity to develop his career with the British outfit. The 21-year-old Italian will represent McLaren in its upcoming Hypercar programme, including the … Read more

Christian Horner has revealed that he approached Fernando Alonso and Charles Leclerc about joining Red Bull during the 2024 Formula 1 season, with the former team principal claiming that internal opposition ultimately prevented both moves. Horner believed either driver could have solved the team’s growing concerns over Sergio Pérez’s performances alongside Max Verstappen. In his … Read more

With the 2026 Formula 1 season approaching its conclusion, Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has made clear that he wants Oliver Bearman to remain with the team in 2027. The young Briton is expected to agree to a contract extension soon, with only a few details reportedly left to finalise. Most of the grid for … Read more