Formula One

Sauber stirs speculation over Volkswagen Formula 1 partnership

Peter Sauber confirmed a meeting with VW chairman Martin Winterkorn, intensifying rumours of a potential partnership between the Swiss F1 team and the German carmaker.

Hamilton’s Singapore podium bid undone by Virtual Safety Car call

Lewis Hamilton’s decision to stay out during the Virtual Safety Car in Singapore left him on worn tyres, costing him a top-three finish despite a strong weekend.

Formula 1 signs 10-year deal for Rwanda Grand Prix return

F1 will return to Africa for the first time since 1993, with a decade-long agreement to race at a new circuit in Bugesera, Rwanda.

Flavio Briatore Ends Speculation Over Formula One Return

Former Renault and Benetton boss Flavio Briatore has ruled out any return to Formula One, stating he has no interest in rejoining the sport after the fallout from the Crashgate scandal.

Massa to Remain at Ferrari for 2013 as Hulkenberg Heads to Sauber

Felipe Massa is set to stay with Ferrari for the 2013 Formula One season, while Nico Hulkenberg prepares to join Sauber, according to reports from the Korean Grand Prix weekend.

Massa says Ferrari exit brought new energy at Williams

Felipe Massa reflects on his 2013 Ferrari departure, admitting relief at joining Williams for 2014 and embracing a fresh start away from Maranello's pressure.

Horner Expects F1 Teams to Keep Using Vanity Panels

Red Bull Racing principal Christian Horner says teams are unlikely to abandon vanity panels in 2013, despite varied approaches to smoothing out the controversial nose step.

F1 teams to vote on return of extensive track testing

Ferrari and four allied teams are set to challenge Formula One’s tight testing restrictions, with a key vote on relaxing the current ban scheduled for Wednesday.

Ferrari Targets DRS Gains to Boost Qualifying Performance

Ferrari’s 2012 Formula One campaign saw the team focus on rear wing improvements as its DRS lagged rivals in qualifying, hampering Fernando Alonso’s title bid.

Ecclestone skips Hockenheim as German arrest rumours swirl

Bernie Ecclestone was absent from the 2012 German Grand Prix at Hockenheim amid speculation over a possible arrest linked to the Gribkowsky bribery case.

Berger calls for Ferrari to replace Massa despite Suzuka podium

Gerhard Berger says Ferrari should drop Felipe Massa for 2013, arguing that younger drivers like Nico Hulkenberg or Paul di Resta would better serve the team’s championship ambitions.

Verstappen cleared after yellow flag investigation in Singapore Sprint Qualifying

Max Verstappen keeps pole for the Singapore Sprint after stewards found he reacted correctly to yellow flags despite overtaking Hamilton during SQ1.

Wolff rejects claims of Mercedes favouritism towards Antonelli

Toto Wolff has dismissed suggestions that Mercedes is favouring Kimi Antonelli over George Russell, calling such rumours "nonsensical" and highlighting the team's record of equal treatment.

McLaren strategy error costs positions at 2026 Bahrain GP in Malaysia

Team Principal Andrea Stella admitted McLaren misjudged the crossover point for tyres, leading to Oscar Piastri finishing sixth and Lando Norris ninth after early slick gamble failed.

Software glitch halts Sepang F1 start as drivers lose power

A software fault during the Sepang Grand Prix formation lap left several Formula 1 cars without power, delaying the start while the FIA issued a fix affecting Red Bull, Ferrari and Mercedes teams.

Verstappen wins chaotic 2026 Bahrain GP in Malaysia after software bug disrupts start

Max Verstappen and Red Bull claimed their first win of 2026 as the Bahrain Grand Prix, held in Malaysia, opened with a software-induced start-line mess that left teams and drivers facing major challenges.

Tremayne: Ocon’s F1 Future in Doubt After 2026, Past Achievements Remembered

David Tremayne says Esteban Ocon may not have a seat in Formula One next year, despite his 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix victory and praise from top drivers.

Mercedes unveils PETRONAS-inspired livery as F1 returns to Sepang

Mercedes has revealed a special PETRONAS-themed livery for the W17 ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix, which will be held at Malaysia's Sepang circuit for the first time since 2017.

Gasly and Colapinto deliver double Q3 result for Alpine in Baku

Pierre Gasly qualified seventh and Franco Colapinto tenth at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with Gasly confident Alpine can close the gap to Racing Bulls.

Russell dominates Azerbaijan GP qualifying with eight-tenth gap

George Russell led the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix qualifying by eight tenths, joining Charles Leclerc and Oscar Piastri in the post-session press conference.

Russell claims Azerbaijan pole as Antonelli crashes out in Q1

George Russell secured pole in Baku with a commanding margin, while Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli crashed in Q1 and will start 16th.

Russell tops Azerbaijan practice as Antonelli stops with hydraulic fault

George Russell set the pace in the opening Azerbaijan Grand Prix practice, while Mercedes teammate Andrea Kimi Antonelli was halted by a hydraulic issue after nine laps.

2026 Azerbaijan GP Press Conference Line-up and Schedule Confirmed

The FIA has released the full press conference schedule for the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, listing participants and timings from 23 to 26 September.

Formula 1 Commission Reviews Race Distance and Interruption Rules for 2026-27

Regulatory changes for the 2026 and 2027 Formula 1 seasons, including race distance and interruption rules, were discussed at the Commission’s London meeting on 21 September 2026.