‘He’s very exceptional’ – Ex-Ferrari test driver Marc Gene lauds new recruit Hamilton but warns ‘there’s a lot of pressure’ at the Scuderia

Ex-Ferrari test driver Marc Gene has praised Lewis Hamilton’s impact on the team after just three Grands Prix, and believes «there’s a reason why he won so much» before joining the Scuderia. Hamilton joined Ferrari for the 2025 campaign having spent 12 seasons with Mercedes, during which time the Briton cemented himself as statistically the … Leer más

Ayumu Iwasa set to drive Verstappen’s Red Bull in FP1 at Bahrain Grand Prix

Red Bull have confirmed that Ayumu Iwasa will get behind the wheel of Max Verstappen’s RB21 during Free Practice 1 at the Bahrain Grand Prix. Japanese racer Iwasa already has two practice outings under his belt for sister team Racing Bulls – with these taking place in Japan and Abu Dhabi last year – and … Leer más

‘My Mum really cares about it’ – Antonelli on balancing F1 with schoolwork as rookie reveals his least favourite subjects

Kimi Antonelli has detailed the challenge he is currently facing in trying to balance his F1 career alongside completing his school work, with the 18-year-old looking to find a time to complete his final exams amidst his busy schedule. After passing his driving test just weeks before making his Formula 1 debut for Mercedes, Antonelli … Leer más

What is the weather forecast for the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix?

Formula 1 is back this weekend with the Bahrain Grand Prix, the second in a triple header sequence of races – but what kind of weather conditions can the drivers expect in Sakhir? After cool temperatures and gusty winds took effect last time out in Japan, all three days of action at the Bahrain International … Leer más

McLaren, Deloitte UK and FIA announce Circularity Handbook to improve sustainable practices in developing and building F1 cars

McLaren, Deloitte UK and the FIA have today revealed details of the F1 Constructors’ Circularity Handbook, designed to improve sustainable practices in the development and manufacture of a Formula 1 car. The Handbook has been developed to create a robust and consistent measurement for teams to use when adopting circular practices across the sport. These … Leer más

What tyres will the teams and drivers have for the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix?

Bahrain plays host to the fourth round of the calendar, and the middle race of the first triple header of the campaign. The teams have already been at the Bahrain International Circuit this season, for three days of testing in late February. There, they could run any of Pirelli’s tyre compounds. But this time around, … Leer más

How to stream the Formula 1 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix on F1 TV Premium

Formula 1 returns to action this weekend with the Bahrain Grand Prix – and here’s all the information you need to follow the action live from Sakhir. Max Verstappen became the third different race winner of the season last time out in Japan, meaning that the Red Bull driver has now closed the gap to … Leer más

Bortoleto concedes ‘tricky’ start cost him in Japan while Hulkenberg reflects on ‘frustrating’ Suzuka outing

Kick Sauber’s Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg were left to reflect on a frustrating Japanese Grand Prix as neither driver was able to make much progress in the race, the Brazilian rookie coming home in P19 while the German took P16. Bortoleto’s race got off to the worst possible start when he picked up wheelspin … Leer más

Vesti, Drugovich and Browning to drive in FP1 in Bahrain

Mercedes’ Fred Vesti, Aston Martin’s Felipe Drugovich and Williams’ Luke Browning will drive in Free Practice 1 (FP1) at the Bahrain Grand Prix, replacing George Russell, Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz. The trio will get behind the wheel as part of the rules that state every driver on the grid must vacate their seat for … Leer más

‘He has brought a calmness and confidence’ – Russell praised for stepping up as Mercedes team leader

Mercedes Trackside Engineering Director Andrew Shovlin was full of praise for the way George Russell has stepped up as lead driver of the Mercedes team in the wake of Lewis Hamilton’s departure. Hamilton had been at Mercedes since 2013, and while the team never declared him as their number one driver, his results and experience … Leer más