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F1 Today | Hamilton steals the spotlight, Norris and Leclerc already face FIA stewards
From Lewis Hamilton wowing the F1 paddock as the Monaco GP weekend gets underway, to Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc already being summoned to the FIA stewards before any F1 action - here are the main stories from today, Jun 4. Even for Lewis Hamilton's standards, it was a memorable entrance at th...
In Monaco, one thing is clear: Antonelli really isn't a rookie anymore
Andrea Kimi Antonelli radiates maturity in every aspect and is ready for the fight for the world title. George Russell should be seriously worried; that much could already be concluded on the first day in Monaco. Antonelli was in the middle of his story when one of the many phones belonging to the a...
Antonelli and Russell 'free to race' at Monaco GP: 'You can't put a leash on us'
Kimi Antonelli and George Russell have revealed they are "free to race" each other following a tense Canadian GP weekend. The Mercedes duo made contact both during the Sprint and Grand Prix in Montreal, with Antonelli ultimately extending his championship lead to 43 points. Having started the seaso...
Leclerc rejects Hamilton's Ferrari simulator approach ahead of Monaco GP
Charles Leclerc has said he has no intention of changing the way he prepares for races following his teammate Lewis Hamilton's recent decision to abandon the Ferrari simulator. Hamilton's best results of the season, podium finishes in Shanghai and Montreal, have come after avoiding sim work in the b...
'You're missing something in the head!' says Antonelli after 'mind-blowing' Mugello visit
Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli has voiced his astonishment at the abilities and bravery of MotoGP riders following his trip to the Mugello Circuit in Italy last weekend. The 19-year-old Mercedes driver, who has already picked up four wins in the opening fives races of the F1 season, wa...
Norris and Leclerc among drivers concerned for 22-car Monaco GP Qualifying
Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc have raised concerns regarding the increased number of cars on the 2026 grid at the Monaco GP street circuit, with Qualifying in Q1 flagged as a potential "problem" for for the drivers. Thanks to Cadillac's addition as F1's eleventh team this season, the sport's 'Je...
Antonelli does not get Russell's comments: 'How is that possible?'
Kimi Antonelli does not agree with George Russell's claim that the drivers' title is the Italian's to lose this season. According to the youngster, he cannot lose something he has yet to achieve. Ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix, Russell has once again declared Antonelli the favourite for the 2026 Wor...
New contract not among Verstappen's "biggest concerns" right now
Max Verstappen is currently not thinking at all about signing a new contract with Red Bull Racing. The four-time world champion first has to decide whether he even wants to continue beyond his current deal, which runs through 2028. While Charles Leclerc has recently signed a new deal with Ferrari, ...
Zak Brown launches new attack on Red Bull: 'We want to fight everyone equally'
Zak Brown has once again launched an attack on Red Bull GmbH's ownership of both Red Bull Racing and Racing Bulls. In an open letter, the American CEO reaffirmed his stance on the same owner having multiple teams in Formula 1. McLaren is celebrating its 1000th Grand Prix this weekend in Monte Carlo....
Norris and Leclerc called to stewards before action has even begun in Monaco
Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc have been called to the stewards even before racing has begun at the Monaco Grand Prix. Norris and Leclerc will have to attend the FIA stewards in Monte Carlo for the 'late attendance of the Thursday press conference'. The two drivers were part of the first group of...
Lewis Hamilton says future F1 stars are being priced out as karting costs hit 'impossible' levels
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton has warned that rising karting costs are making it increasingly difficult for talented young drivers from ordinary backgrounds to reach Formula 1, saying the pathway that helped launch his own career is becoming "highly unlikely, if not impossible." Speaking ahead of th...
Russell reaffirms in Monaco: 'It is Antonelli's title to lose now'
George Russell once again handed the favourite tag to his teammate Kimi Antonelli in the battle for the 2026 World Drivers' Championship ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix. According to the Briton, the title is Antonelli's to lose. Having started the season as the favourite for the championship, Russell...
Norris knows shortcut to trying out new cars: 'Just don't tell Zak'
Since the Canadian Grand Prix, Lando Norris has spoken about his passion for driving various cars, including the latest generation of Formula E challengers. The Briton had a cheeky answer when asked how he plans to try out many new things in the future. Together with expressing interest in testing t...
Leclerc reveals key reason for penning new Ferrari deal: 'I really believe'
Charles Leclerc believes Frederic Vasseur can lead Ferrari to success after signing a new contract extension with the Scuderia. The Monegasque driver highlighted that the team principal is one of the main reasons why he believes in the Italians' project. Leclerc had no doubt about signing a new cont...
Verstappen sounds alarm as Ocon admits: "At today's prices I would not be here"
Formula 1 has a talent pipeline problem, and three of its own drivers said so out loud in Monaco on Thursday. Max Verstappen, Esteban Ocon and Alexander Albon were asked during the press conference whether karting remains the best route into the sport for young drivers, or whether simulators and che...
Verstappen laughs at key weakness: 'We're not that great there'
Max Verstappen says Monaco can always spring surprises, but highlighted Red Bull Racing’s weaknesses ahead of the weekend in Monte Carlo, which could make things difficult for the Dutchman. Red Bull Racing scored its first ever podium in Monaco. While Verstappen did not rule it out completely, he un...
Leclerc admits he had alternatives before committing to Ferrari: 'There were offers'
Charles Leclerc has revealed that he had other offers on the table before deciding to sign a third contract extension with Ferrari, although he declined to disclose which teams had approached him. By extending his stay with Ferrari once again, Leclerc has made it clear where he sees his future. The...
Hamilton steals Monaco spotlight with ultra-rare Ducati arrival
Lewis Hamilton made a memorable entrance ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix weekend, arriving in the Principality aboard one of the world's rarest motorcycles. The Ferrari driver was spotted riding the Ducati Panigale V4 S 100 through the streets of Monaco, instantly attracting attention from fans and p...
Stroll refuses to confirm F1 future: "I'm just thinking about Monaco right now"
Lance Stroll is not thinking about next year. Or if he is, he is not saying so. Speaking to media in Monaco on Thursday ahead of this weekend's Grand Prix, the Aston Martin driver declined to confirm his plans beyond the current season, leaving his 2027 future deliberately unresolved and deflecting...
Bearman declines to guarantee Haas stay for 2027 season
Oliver Bearman would not view spending another season at Haas in 2027 as a 'bad thing', despite seeing his former F2 team-mate Kimi Antonelli make the step up to Formula 1 and immediately establish himself as a race winner and title contender, even though the two drivers belong to the same generatio...
Gasly opens up on Alpine's 'amazing' new chapter with Gucci
Pierre Gasly has commented on the recent news of the partnership between Alpine and Gucci, with the Italian fashion giant set to become the French team's title sponsor from next season, replacing long-serving backer BWT. From 2027 onwards, Alpine will adopt Gucci's iconic red and green colours, movi...
Moto3 race winner disqualified over two weeks after Catalan Grand Prix
In a bizarre turn of events for last weekend's Moto3 race winner, Brian Uriarte, it was announced this morning that his results from the previous Catalan Grand Prix in mid-May have been nullified, despite the race taking place over two weeks ago. The 2025 Red Bull Rookies Cup winner, who was startin...
Hulkenberg backs change Verstappen is demanding against own team Audi: "I'm open for it"
Nico Hulkenberg has broken ranks with his own constructor on one of Formula 1's most politically charged technical debates. Speaking to GPblog during the Monaco Grand Prix media day on Thursday, the Audi driver said he is open to the proposed shift to a 60/40 combustion-to-electrical power split in...
'Ferrari or Leclerc? Who wins from F1 contract extension?'
Charles Leclerc has just signed a new multi-year contract with Ferrari on the eve of his home Grand Prix in Monaco. Will it prove to be the right decision? GPblog's Jim Kimberley and Ben Hunt discuss it in the latest episode of the GPblog Paddock Update! The Monegasque has effectively committed hims...
Bottas laughs off Cadillac departure claims: 'Someone just makes up complete b*****t'
Valtteri Bottas wasted no time addressing the rumours that circulated last week suggesting his position at Cadillac was under threat. Speaking to media in Monaco on Thursday ahead of this weekend's Grand Prix, the Finnish driver was direct in his dismissal of the speculation - and equally direct abo...
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