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Oscar Piastri addresses Max Verstappen's Red Bull contract extension: 'Nothing to do with me'
McLaren's Oscar Piastri has reacted to this weekend's bombshell news at the Dutch GP that Max Verstappen has extended his Red Bull contract until 2030. After months of speculation linked Verstappen with a move that would potentially see him replace the Aussie at McLaren, Piastri has said he was "nev...
Kimi Antonelli reveals Mercedes' F1 grid penalty decision
Kimi Antonelli has confirmed he will take a grid penalty at his home race at Monza in two weeks' time at the Italian Grand Prix. Despite it being a special day for the Italian teenager, Mercedes believe Monza is the best place for Antonelli to take what seems like an inevitable power unit-related gr...
Verstappen set to break Hamilton's F1 record: The longest-serving drivers at one team
Max Verstappen's decision to commit his future to Red Bull until the end of 2030 could see the four-time world champion set one of Formula 1's most remarkable longevity records. By the time his new deal expires, Verstappen will have spent 15 seasons racing for Red Bull, potentially making their part...
The exhausting saga between Verstappen and Red Bull is finally over
The annual saga surrounding Max Verstappen's future is now over. After years of speculation, Verstappen has finally calmed the storm by signing a new contract. In Formula 1, however, the question is always how long that peace will really last. Until the beginning of 2024, Max Verstappen and Red Bull...
F1 Today | Verstappen signs new Red Bull deal as his manager is praised after 'nice pay day'
Max Verstappen's new contract dominated the Formula 1 news today, so here are the biggest lines ahead of this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix on Thursday, 20 August. Four-time world champion Verstappen has reaffirmed his commitment to the Austrian team. As was the case last season, the Dutchman was once...
Verstappen's decision sparks new developments in the F1 driver market
Max Verstappen's decision to stay with Red Bull Racing also brings more clarity to the driver market. While some drivers may have been hoping that the Dutchman would switch teams, it will now be difficult for them to find a different seat for 2027. With a new deal keeping Verstappen at Red Bull Raci...
Hamilton: 'Verstappen does the easiest thing by staying at Red Bull
Lewis Hamilton thinks the easiest thing is to stay where you are comfortable rather than try to win a title with two different teams, which is what Max Verstappen is currently doing after it was announced that he will remain with Red Bull until the end of 2030. The driver, who was crowned with McLar...
Russell gives blunt response over prospect of Mercedes team orders
George Russell has flatly dismissed any prospect of accepting team orders to help Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli, declaring the idea is not yet even a consideration. The British driver is 59 points behind his teammate with 12 races remaining in the 2026 Formula 1 season. Russell is third in the ch...
Tsunoda is back where he wants to be, and suddenly an F1 future beckons
Yuki Tsunoda’s substitute appearance at Racing Bulls could breathe new life into his Formula 1 career. “You do talk to teams, but then you’re trying to sell yourself with words. You also want to prove yourself by driving,” the Japanese driver says. Barely a month ago, Yuki Tsunoda seemed to be walk...
Verstappen's rivals react to new Red Bull deal: 'You never really know with Max'
Max Verstappen's rivals including Lando Norris and George Russell expressed no surprise at the Dutchman committing his future to Red Bull, following speculation that he could move to a different team or even walk away from Formula 1. It was announced on Thursday morning that the four-time world cham...
Aston Martin F1 team sells stake to former Donald Trump ambassador
Aston Martin has announced a change to its ownership structure, with American billionaire Robert Wood Johnson acquiring a minority stake in the Formula 1 team. The former United States ambassador to the United Kingdom, is also the owner of the New York Jets and a shareholder at Premier League side...
Why Verstappen is making the right choice by staying with Red Bull
With his new contract until the end of 2030, Max Verstappen has put a definitive end to persistent speculation about his future. Based on the current competitive order, staying with Red Bull Racing might not seem the most obvious choice, but the past few months have shown why leaving would be at lea...
Rossi-Marquez rivalry returns to spotlight after Acosta's bold declaration
Pedro Acosta’s latest comments may give his new Ducati teammate a dose of PTSD. Acosta will be joining Ducati next season, a team where Marquez has rediscovered his groove after years of struggles with Honda. Marquez had everything his own way in MotoGP, winning four straight championships from 2016...
Verstappen makes marriage admission after signing new Red Bull deal
Max Verstappen has compared his enduring relationship with Red Bull to a future marriage in his personal life, after extending his contract with Red Bull through 2030. The Dutchman committed his future to Red Bull ahead of this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix, and should he remain with the outfit until t...
Jos Verstappen responds to Max's new deal with Red Bull Racing
Jos Verstappen has responded to his son Max’s new contract with Red Bull Racing. The four-time world champion is now tied to the Austrian team until the end of 2030. According to Verstappen senior, trust in Red Bull played a major role in that decision, though he acknowledges the team must deliver i...
Lawson reveals when he got the call to partner Verstappen at Red Bull
Liam Lawson has revealed that he learned on Monday that he would be part of Red Bull's line-up for the Dutch Grand Prix, partnering Max Verstappen in place of Isack Hadjar, who has been ruled out with a wrist injury. The New Zealander will return to the Milton Keynes-based team as a race driver afte...
Lawson reveals timing of surprise Red Bull call-up for Dutch GP
Liam Lawson has revealed that he learned on Monday that he would be part of Red Bull's line-up for the Dutch Grand Prix, partnering Max Verstappen in place of Isack Hadjar, who has been ruled out with a wrist injury. The New Zealander will return to the Milton Keynes-based team as a race driver afte...
MotoGP injury news: Race winners return to saddle after long-term absences
Two of MotoGP’s long-term absentees are set to return to action in Aragon. The injury-hit 2026 season has taken a toll on several riders, none more so than LCR Honda’s Johann Zarco. The Frenchman was involved in a nasty Turn 1 incident at the Catalunya Grand Prix back on May 17, and he’s missed six...
MotoGP injury nightmare eases as two riders close in on returns
Two of MotoGP’s long-term absentees are set to return to action in Aragon. The injury-hit 2026 season has taken a toll on several riders, none more so than LCR Honda’s Johann Zarco. The Frenchman was involved in a nasty Turn 1 incident at the Catalunya Grand Prix back on May 17, and he’s missed six...
Hamilton 'massively driven' to finally win at one of his few unconquered circuits
Lewis Hamilton feels an extra sense of motivation heading into this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix, with the seven-time world champion facing one final opportunity to claim victory at one of the few circuits on the calendar where he has never won. The seven-time world champion finally broke his Ferrari...
Russell and Norris break silence on Verstappen rumours after Red Bull renewal
George Russell and Lando Norris have shared their thoughts on Max Verstappen's recent contract extension with Red Bull, which will keep the four-time world champion with the Milton Keynes-based team until the end of 2030. With Verstappen now committed to Red Bull and speculation over a potential mov...
'My seat never felt under threat and I felt 100% security with Wolff and the team'
George Russell and Lando Norris have shared their thoughts on Max Verstappen's recent contract extension with Red Bull, which will keep the four-time world champion with the Milton Keynes-based team until the end of 2030. With Verstappen now committed to Red Bull and speculation over a potential mov...
Russell gives baby update after engagement to long-time partner Carmen
George Russell has revealed further details about his marriage proposal to long-time partner Carmen Montero Mundt, while also addressing whether the couple are planning to have a child in the near future. The Mercedes driver took advantage of the summer break to propose to his girlfriend, with the c...
Marc Marquez admits one MotoGP rival has left him completely stumped
Marc Marquez has done it all in MotoGP, which still makes him this season’s title favourite even if Ducati don’t have the fastest bike. The nine-time champion went from injury and retirement fears at the start of the season to three wins in four races, and he’s now in the ascendancy. In fact, Marque...
Perez 'urges' Verstappen to reveal highly sought-after detail after Red Bull new deal
Max Verstappen refused to reveal any details about potential exit clauses in his new Red Bull contract, with Sergio Perez taking the opportunity to create a hilarious moment during the press conference. The four-time world champion has put an end to speculation over his future by adding another two...