‘It’s impressive and exciting’ – Team principals laud F1’s motorsport ladder for preparing rookies

Several F1 team principals have been sharing words of praise for how the new generation of rookies are adapting to the sport, with the likes of Kimi Antonelli, Ollie Bearman and Isack Hadjar impressing their bosses in how they have performed so far. The 2025 season saw a number of new faces arrive onto the … Leer más

‘I’m 2000% behind him’ – Vasseur backs Hamilton amid early Ferrari struggles as he insists ‘potential is there’

Fred Vasseur has reiterated that he is “2000% behind” Lewis Hamilton after the Briton experienced a tough weekend at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, with the team boss confident that the “potential is there” once Hamilton becomes more comfortable with the car. Hamilton cut a downbeat figure following his P7 finish in Jeddah, having admitted … Leer más

‘That’s what you need to fight for a championship’ – Verstappen reveals key Piastri trait that could help him in title battle

Max Verstappen has praised Oscar Piastri for his “calm” approach to racing, with the reigning World Champion suggesting that the McLaren driver – who is now leading the Drivers’ standings – has the qualities needed to battle for the title. After making his debut in 2023, Piastri showed signs of progression during his sophomore campaign … Leer más

Minor refinements to 2025 regulations agreed at F1 Commission meeting

The second meeting of the Formula 1 Commission in 2025 took place on Tuesday, with key topics discussed including minor refinements to the 2025 regulations as well as progress on the regulations for 2026. Chaired by FIA Single-Seater Director Nikolas Tombazis and F1 President and CEO Stefano Domenicali, the meeting was held at the FIA … Leer más

‘I was very proud on the pit wall’ – Stella recalls crucial moment of teamwork between Norris and Piastri’s Race Engineers in Jeddah

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella explained how «very proud» he was as Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri’s Race Engineers worked together to help the Australian pass Lewis Hamilton at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Sunday’s race in Jeddah began with both championship-chasing McLaren drivers in very different positions on the grid; Piastri in second while … Leer más

Bayer admits Lawson left ‘sad and puzzled’ by Red Bull seat swap as he predicts New Zealand driver ‘will be back and he will be quick’

Racing Bulls CEO Peter Bayer believes Liam Lawson will soon rediscover his form after being left «sad» and «a bit puzzled» by his seat swap. Lawson has had a rollercoaster 2025 season following his demotion by Red Bull after just two race weekends as Max Verstappen’s team mate, having been promoted to the senior squad … Leer más

Horner repeats message over Verstappen’s future as he stresses ‘we win and we lose together’

Christian Horner has doubled down on his comments over Max Verstappen’s Formula 1 future, insisting that the reigning four-time World Champion’s focus “is here” at Red Bull Racing. Verstappen headed into the recent Saudi Arabian Grand Prix fielding questions on his plans beyond 2025, following comments from Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko that he had … Leer más

Vasseur calls for Ferrari to be more ‘consistent’ as he highlights where team needs to improve

Fred Vasseur has called for more consistency from Ferrari following the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, as Charles Leclerc grabbed the team’s first Grand Prix podium of the season in Jeddah. Ferrari’s start to the 2025 F1 season has not been as successful as was hoped prior to the first race in Australia, with the team … Leer más

Doohan praises Alpine for removing pressure around his future with the team

Jack Doohan has hailed the efforts of Alpine to remove pressure around him at the start of his rookie season, amid reports that he could be dropped from the team. After announcing Doohan as one of their 2025 drivers, Alpine bolstered their ranks by signing last season’s Williams super-sub Franco Colapinto as well as Paul … Leer más

‘I need to chill out’ – Norris opens up on early-season mindset as he admits to putting ‘too much pressure on myself’

Lando Norris has openly shared his thoughts and feelings after a rollercoaster Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, admitting that he is applying “a bit too much pressure” on himself to be perfect weekend in, weekend out. Norris arrived at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit with the championship lead and impressed through practice, but a Qualifying crash left … Leer más