Peter Windsor flags Red Bull concern as FIA scrutiny suggested after Monaco crash

Verstappen looks unhappy

Windsor draws FIA attention to Red Bull after unusual Hadjar crash in Monaco – Peter Windsor has praised Max Verstappen’s performance during Friday practice at the Monaco Grand Prix, describing the Dutchman as one of the standout drivers of the day. However, while analysing Red Bull’s pace, Windsor also highlighted an incident involving Isack Hadjar … Read more

Leclerc held talks with McLaren & Mercedes before Ferrari renewal, says Brundle

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Charles Leclerc has revealed that rival Formula 1 teams showed interest in signing him before he committed his future to Ferrari, with Sky F1 commentator Martin Brundle identifying McLaren and Mercedes as the most likely contenders. The comments emerged during the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, where Leclerc confirmed he had explored alternative options before ultimately … Read more

Ferrari studying Verstappen’s Monaco tactic as Vasseur eyes qualifying edge

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Ferrari analysing Verstappen’s Monaco strategy as Vasseur looks ahead to decisive qualifying session – Ferrari team principal Frédéric Vasseur has revealed that the team will examine the contrasting approach used by Max Verstappen and Red Bull during Friday practice in Monaco, despite downplaying suggestions that Ferrari should be considered favourites for the weekend. With qualifying … Read more

Montoya blames Verstappen for Hadjar’s costly Monaco crash

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Juan Pablo Montoya has blamed Max Verstappen’s influence for Isack Hadjar’s costly crash in Monaco – Hadjar’s Monaco Grand Prix weekend got off to a difficult start after he crashed heavily during the first practice session, leaving the Red Bull junior on the back foot. Although the French driver took responsibility for the incident, former … Read more

The 50km/h Trap: The Hidden Monaco Bottleneck That Could Ruin Mercedes’ Weekend

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Formula 1’s nightmare 2026 engine narrative is about to be turned completely on its head. For the first time this season, the grid isn’t sweating over a lack of electrical power—they are terrified of having too much of it. So far, the defining challenge of the new regulations has been optimising power deployment on “energy-poor” … Read more

Why Michael Schumacher’s Family Privacy Stance Remains Justified 12 Years On

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More than 12 years after the accident, the public’s fascination with the Formula 1 legend remains undiminished. Every rumour, every court case, and every rare update about his condition still generates headlines around the world. This is precisely why a remarkable new reconstruction by French newspaper L’Équipe is so important. Not because it reveals a … Read more

“On the Table” — The Brutal Reason Charles Leclerc Nearly Left Ferrari This Week

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Amid the glitz of his home race week at the Monaco Grand Prix, Charles Leclerc officially ended all paddock speculation by signing a fresh, multi-year contract extension with Ferrari. The new deal cements the 28-year-old’s place in Maranello well into his 30s and all but guarantees he will surpass Michael Schumacher’s tally of 179 race … Read more

Aston Martin miss the Monaco GP? Alonso admits team battling major technical issue

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Fernando Alonso has raised concerns about the reliability of Aston Martin’s Monaco Grand Prix car – A technical issue has cast a shadow over Aston Martin’s Monaco Grand Prix weekend, with Fernando Alonso admitting that it could have serious consequences if left unresolved. The car may not finish, or even start, the Grand Prix. The … Read more

Mercedes Withdraws from Alpine Stake Talks as Renault Restructuring Accelerates

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Renault’s wider retreat is the bigger story to the negotiation – While the collapse of Mercedes’ proposed investment has dominated recent Formula 1 headlines, the failed negotiations are part of a much broader transformation taking place at Renault. Over the past 18 months, the French manufacturer has steadily reduced its direct involvement in the infrastructure … Read more

“Tear Each Other Apart” — Helmut Marko Names the Only Way to Stop Dominant Mercedes

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Gone from the paddock, but not forgotten, Marmite character Dr. Helmut Marko believes the only hope for Mercedes’ rivals this season is if teammates Kimi Antonelli and George Russell completely tear each other apart. Mercedes has utterly dominated the dawn of F1’s highly anticipated 2026 regulation cycle. The Brackley-based squad has swept all five Grands … Read more