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Marko claims Antonelli has 'outclassed' Russell in F1 title battle
Former Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has praised Kimi Antonelli's performances in the 2026 F1 season, claiming the Italian has completely outclassed his Mercedes teammate George Russell. With a lead of more than 100 points in the Drivers' Championship, Antonelli is now closing in on his first world...
Lawson questions Red Bull driver decisions amid uncertain F1 future
Liam Lawson signals he may part ways with Red Bull after 2027 if a race‑winning seat emerges, questioning the Austrian team's driver selections that he says aren’t always merit‑based. The New Zealand driver, who joined Red Bull’s junior program in 2024, hints at ambition to join a front‑running outfit, while noting Red Bull’s unpredictable line‑up decisions could affect his future. The comments come ahead of the final 2026 season race weekend, adding intrigue to the team’s upcoming driver roster for 2028.
Verstappen hints at more to come after Red Bull's stunning turnaround
Max Verstappen is hoping to extend his winning streak at the United States Grand Prix after securing consecutive victories with Red Bull's own power unit. The Dutchman arrives in Austin following his victory in Singapore, where he added another win to his 2026 campaign. The four-time world champion...
Ferrari's US Grand Prix livery is out: this is what the SF-26 will look like at COTA
Ferrari unveils the long‑teased SF‑26 livery ahead of the US Grand Prix at Austin’s Circuit of The Americas. The new design, revealed alongside the team's race suits, showcases a bold color scheme and updated branding that will debut this weekend. With the F1 calendar returning to COTA after a brief hiatus, fans can expect the latest Ferrari look to dominate the paddock.
FIA restores F1 race distance change for 2028 after 2027 reduction
The FIA confirms that Formula 1 will revert to its standard race distance in 2028 after a one‑year cut to 290 km in 2027. The 2027 reduction from the usual 305 km is described as a temporary measure, with the 2028 regulations already containing provisions to restore full-length Grands Prix. The decision, announced on October 21, 2026, clarifies the schedule ahead of next season’s shortened races.
F1 Today: FIA boss delivers crucial Qatar and Abu Dhabi GP update as Horner reveals Mercedes talks
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem outlines the outlook for the Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix as Middle‑East tensions loom, detailing contingency plans and calendar implications. In a separate interview, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner admits he was a serious candidate for the Mercedes seat before Toto Wolff was appointed, shedding light on the team's leadership dynamics. Both stories shape the closing weeks of the 2026 F1 season.
'Hamilton needs to stop behaving like this and integrate himself into the team'
Ralf Schumacher believes Lewis Hamilton's relationship with Ferrari is far from ideal, suggesting that the seven-time Formula 1 world champion is struggling to find his place within the Italian team. The German has questioned Hamilton's attitude and raised doubts about how well he is working with te...
Horner admits popular F1 figure left him with 'quite scary' first impression
Christian Horner has joked about Guenther Steiner's F1 record, pointing out that the former Haas team principal became one of the sport's most recognisable figures without ever achieving a podium finish. The former Red Bull boss also recalled working with Steiner during the team's early years, descr...
Lewis Hamilton called up by the FIA at the United States Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton headlines the drivers' press conference at the United States Grand Prix on October 21, 2026, with Aston Martin team boss Adrian Newey also in attendance. The event follows a week off after the previous triple‑header and kicks off the race weekend at Circuit of the Americas.
Verstappen names the Red Bull driver he wants to take over when he leaves F1
Ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix, Max Verstappen reveals his preferred successor at Red Bull, naming French rookie Isack Hadjar as the driver he envisions taking over the team’s #1 seat when he eventually retires. Verstappen praised Hadjar’s talent and said he could become Red Bull’s leading driver in the future, highlighting the young Frenchman's potential to fill the role once Verstappen calls time on his F1 career.
FIA introduces strict rules to prevent ‘tricks’ within the cost cap regulations
The FIA is significantly tightening the rules for Formula 1 teams from 2027 onwards. The motorsport federation wants to prevent teams from gaining an advantage through other projects within their organisations that fall outside the cost cap. The measures go so far that they could even affect where e...
Verstappen might not need 'a new spine' after taking on COTA after all
Ahead of the United States Grand Prix, the Circuit of The Americas has resurfaced key sections to eliminate the bumps Max Verstappen complained about earlier this season. The track’s asphalt upgrades and other layout tweaks aim to give Red Bull’s champion a smoother ride, potentially removing the need for any “new spine” in his car setup. The changes come after Verstappen’s public concerns over the circuit’s grip and consistency, and they could influence his performance at the Oct. 21 race.
Verstappen enjoys family time with Kelly Piquet and Penelope before Austin
Max Verstappen is spending time with his family ahead of the United States Grand Prix. The Dutchman did a Halloween-themed activity with Kelly Piquet and Penelope. Halloween is next week, but events and special fairs are already in full swing. After completing a Formula 1 triple-header and racing at...
Ben Sulayem insists F1's season finale won't need to be moved from the Middle East
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem confirms that, despite the U.S.-Israel-Iran conflict that forced the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix in April, the planned Middle‑East season finale will proceed as scheduled. Sulayem says there are no current plans to relocate the race, underscoring that the cancellation was a one‑off response to security concerns rather than a shift in the calendar.
Mercedes switches things up with stunning livery for the US Grand Prix
Mercedes unveils a striking blue livery for the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas, created in partnership with design studio MANUFAKTUR. The special scheme, debuting on October 21, 2026, marks another eye‑catching look for the German outfit, following previous one‑off designs, and adds visual excitement to the race weekend.
Verstappen simulation in Austin produces surprising picture for Red Bull
Ahead of the United States Grand Prix, Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing run a fresh simulation of the Circuit of the Americas that reveals a surprisingly different performance picture under the new 2026 F1 regulations. The model highlights how the track’s long straights and high‑speed corner complexes could reshape Red Bull’s aerodynamic balance, potentially narrowing the gap to rivals that struggled last year. Key findings point to altered tyre wear rates, a revised optimal gear‑ratio setup, and a modest loss of outright speed despite Verstappen’s confidence heading into Austin on October 21, 2026.
Antonelli reveals when he hopes to secure F1 title during surprise NBA visit
Kimi Antonelli tells reporters he aims to clinch his first Formula 1 World Championship within the next two weeks, citing his confidence ahead of the United States Grand Prix. The Mercedes rookie made the comments during a surprise visit to the San Antonio Spurs, where he met NBA phenom Victor Wembanyama. Antonelli, who is currently leading the championship battle, says the crossover sports encounter underscores his focus on delivering a title for Italy before the season finale.
Horner reveals he rejected stunning Mercedes offer before Wolff appointment
In his memoir *Drive*, Christian Horner reveals that Niki Lauda tried to lure him away from Red Bull to lead Mercedes’ F1 team at the end of 2012—just before Toto Wolff’s appointment. Horner says the Mercedes offer was “stunning,” but he ultimately stayed with Red Bull, a decision that shaped the sport’s power balance for years.
Lawson climbs above F1's biggest names after yet another strong showing
Liam Lawson cements his rise in the 2026 F1 season after a standout Singapore Grand Prix, securing second place in the weekend's Power Rankings and moving up to fourth overall. The rankings, judged by a panel of five experts, highlight his consistent speed and racecraft, putting him ahead of several established stars.
Australian Grand Prix hit by shock withdrawal of multiple world champion
Pramac Yamaha confirms that Turkish rider Toprak Razgatlioglu will sit out the rest of the 2026 MotoGP season after a high‑side crash at the Indonesian Grand Prix left him with a severe shoulder injury requiring surgery. The 2024 world champion will miss the final five races, including the Australian Grand Prix, dealing a blow to the team's title hopes.
Why McLaren could already have Piastri's successor in-house
Oscar Piastri entered 2026 hoping to go one better after narrowly missing out on the F1 title last season. Instead, the Australian has endured one of his hardest campaign since joining McLaren, raising questions about whether he can rediscover the form that made him a genuine title contender. Piastr...
F1 Today: Red Bull reveal striking new livery as Horner makes shock Hamilton revelation
Christian Horner discloses a secret meeting with Lewis Hamilton about a potential Red Bull switch, confirming Hamilton's serious interest. Meanwhile, Red Bull unveils a striking new livery for the upcoming United States Grand Prix, marking the Austrian team’s most eye‑catching design of the season. The article bundles these two headline F1 stories, detailing Horner’s comments and the visual debut ahead of the race weekend on Oct 20, 2026.
Verstappen jokes he may need a 'new spine' after worrying Austin discovery
Max Verstappen quipped that the bumpy Circuit of the Americas might require him to get a "new spine" after spotting the uneven surface during a recent WEC race in Austin. The Dutch driver heads into the United States Grand Prix buoyed by Red Bull's latest strong form, adding a humorous twist to his pre‑race outlook.
F1 analyst sees Verstappen instilling fear in rivals after strong comeback
Former Formula 1 driver Jolyon Palmer has noticed that Max Verstappen has been in excellent form lately, and was not surprised that the Dutchman was victorious in Malaysia and Singapore. On the F1 Nation podcast, Palmer reflected on Verstappen’s season so far. The Brit has seen Verstappen drive stro...
Red Bull warned against sacrificing Liam Lawson for rising junior star
Liam Lawson deserves to remain at Racing Bulls for the 2027 Formula 1 season, according to former IndyCar driver and F1 analyst James Hinchcliffe, who believes the New Zealander has done more than enough to secure his future despite growing competition from within Red Bull's junior programme. Writin...
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