Educating fans, reducing waste and celebrating culture – ESG highlights from the Australian GP weekend

Over the last three years, the Australian Grand Prix Corporation (AGPC) has been working hard to put on a more sustainable and inclusive event, making progress through waste reduction, energy initiatives, education and awareness and much more. In 2024, major strides were reported by the organisation, such as more than 15,000 plates and bowls being … Leer más

F1 Arcade announces opening date for new Philadelphia venue

F1 Arcade, the world’s first F1 experiential hospitality brand, has announced that its third United States venue will open in Philadelphia on May 29, bringing a one-of-its-kind social destination and impressive food and beverage program to the heart of Center City at 1330 Chestnut Street. Whether guests are looking to test their skills against friends … Leer más

Brown hails ‘unbelievable’ Norris drive and ‘perfect’ McLaren strategy after season-opening victory in Australia

McLaren boss Zak Brown has praised the team effort behind Lando Norris’ victory in the season-opening Australian Grand Prix. Norris mastered the treacherous Melbourne conditions to take victory over Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, putting himself at the top of the F1 Drivers’ Championship standings for the first time in his career. READ MORE: ‘We’ve learned … Leer más

Lack of pace an ‘unwelcome surprise’ for Bearman and Ocon as Haas endure difficult start to 2025 at Albert Park

Haas were one of just three teams not to score points in Australia, as their drivers propped up the field at the end of a chaotic wet-dry race at Albert Park. Esteban Ocon finished 13th in Melbourne and Ollie Bearman 14th as the duo struggled to explain what had happened to the VF-25’s performance. Haas … Leer más

‘Lesson learned’ – Doohan ready to bounce back after Australian GP crash as Gasly confident Alpine will be ‘in the mix’

Jack Doohan is feeling ready to bounce back at the upcoming Chinese Grand Prix following his crash out of his first home race in Australia, while Alpine team mate Pierre Gasly has also voiced his confidence about the team’s prospects after just missing out on points. After a solid Qualifying saw Gasly and Doohan line … Leer más

Wolff assesses Antonelli’s performance after impressive P4 on debut in Australia

Toto Wolff believes Kimi Antonelli got the “result that he merits” after finishing fourth on debut at the Australian Grand Prix. Antonelli arrived in F1 amid plenty of attention, filling the seat left vacant by seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton at the Silver Arrows. READ MORE: Antonelli promoted back to P4 as Australian Grand Prix … Leer más

Leclerc admits Ferrari ‘are on the back foot’ after ‘tricky’ Australian Grand Prix

Charles Leclerc could not find many positives from a “tricky” first race of the season in Australia that saw him trail home in eighth place behind a slew of midfield runners, with his Ferrari team mate Lewis Hamilton down in P10. There were question marks over Ferrari’s form after pre-season testing, but the opening day … Leer más

Wolff admits he forgot Hamilton was not a Mercedes driver during Australian Grand Prix

Toto Wolff has admitted that he forgot at certain times during the Australian Grand Prix that Lewis Hamilton was no longer driving for Mercedes, with the weekend marking the first without Hamilton at the team since 2013. In an eventful rain-affected afternoon at the Albert Park Grand Prix Circuit – that witnessed several crashes, retirements … Leer más

Domenicali opens up on excitement over ‘spectacular’ 2025 season, the new rookies and F1’s future

Stefano Domenicali has shared his excitement about the future for F1, with the sport’s President and CEO anticipating a thrilling 2025 season that will feature a “different situation” at every race. Off the back of being confirmed to remain in his position as Formula 1’s President and CEO through 2029, the Italian spoke in an … Leer más

‘I felt for him like a father’ – Anthony Hamilton reveals what he said to Hadjar in heartfelt embrace

Lewis Hamilton’s father Anthony Hamilton has revealed why he rushed to greet Isack Hadjar in the paddock following the Racing Bulls rookie’s formation lap shunt at the Australian Grand Prix. Hadjar had enjoyed a strong start to his F1 career, positioning himself as the fastest rookie driver in both of the first two free practice … Leer más