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F1 Today | 'Red Bull wants to buy out Verstappen's contract clause', Mercedes withdraws Right of Review
From Max Verstappen’s manager Raymond Vermeulen discussing the four-time world champion's future, to Mercedes releasing a statement on withdrawing its Right of Review, GPblog recaps the best Formula 1 news of the day. Verstappen's manager, Vermeulen, has confirmed that it is still not one hundred pe...
'Mercedes power unit issues are a real concern after Antonelli's DNF'
At the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, Kimi Antonelli suffered a DNF during the final moments of the race. Have these repeated issues become a cause for concern? Our lead columnist Ben Hunt also discussed these problems in GPblog's F1 Paddock Update! Listen to or watch the GPblog.com video podcast....
Fittipaldi delivers verdict: 'Verstappen would beat Norris if they were on the same team'
If Max Verstappen and Lando Norris were to drive for the same Formula 1 team, Emerson Fittipaldi expects an exciting internal battle. But in the end, the former world champion sees his favorite driver on the grid coming out on top. Fittipaldi is anything but forgotten in the Formula 1 paddock. When...
Schedule | This is when Formula 1 returns to action with the Austrian Grand Prix
After Lewis Hamilton claimed his first victory with Ferrari last weekend, Formula 1 returns to action next Friday with the Austrian Grand Prix. At the Red Bull Ring, the home team will also bring some updates. The Formula 1 season continues with the Austrian Grand Prix in Spielberg next weekend. Aft...
Australian stars hit back after Sky Sports pundits' heavy criticism of Piastri
Oscar Piastri's 2026 performances have come under criticism from former Formula 1 world champions Nico Rosberg and Jacques Villeneuve. The McLaren driver’s fellow Australians have also weighed in on the debate, coming to Piastri’s defence. Sky Sports pundits Rosberg and Villeneuve discussed Piastri'...
The story behind Carlo Santi, Hamilton’s race engineer dubbed the ‘Italian Bono’
Lewis Hamilton's new race engineer Carlo Santi has already earned the nickname 'Italian Bono' from the seven-time world champion himself. However, the Italian brings a wealth of Formula 1 experience to the role, having spent many years in the paddock and worked alongside some of the sport's biggest...
MotoGP Friday Practice Results: Ogura goes top as Marquez crashes again
The first day of the Czech Grand Prix weekend has finished with the all-important Q2 places decided. Championship leader Marco Bezzecchi smashed the all-time lap record with a 1:52.275, almost a full second faster than Bagnaia's 2025 benchmark. The record didn't last long, though, as Pedro Acosta q...
Concern for Marc Marquez as Ducati star crashes twice at Czech Grand Prix
It certainly hasn't been an ideal start to the Czech Grand Prix weekend for Marc Marquez. The reigning world champion slid out of FP1 but managed to top the session, and has now suffered his second crash in Timed Practice this afternoon. While the Spanish rider appears to be uninjured after both inc...
'Red Bull wants to buy out Verstappen's contract clause for millions'
Raymond Vermeulen has confirmed that it is still not one hundred percent certain that Max Verstappen will remain at Red Bull Racing. According to the Dutchman’s manager, there is one key factor for the four-time world champion that plays a major role in the decision. Red Bull is also considering buy...
'Ducati and Marc Marquez to confirm MotoGP future with new deal'
Following months of speculation around the future of the reigning world champion, it seems that now Marc Marquez and Ducati will announce a contract extension on Monday. At the start of the year, more signs pointed towards a potential Marquez retirement more than anything. The seven-time premier cla...
'Vintage' Hamilton endorsed as genuine title contender: 'Never write the seven-time champ off'
GPBlog readers firmly believe Lewis Hamilton can mount a serious challenge for a record-breaking eighth world title in 2026, following the seven-time champion's maiden Ferrari victory at last weekend's Spanish Grand Prix. Recently, we asked whether you believe the seven-time world champion has what...
Huge MotoGP decision could unlock wave of 2027 rider moves
MotoGP Group and the five respective manufacturers in the MotoGP Championship have finally come to an agreement regarding the 2027-31 framework and financing regulations. The deal had been a source of tension throughout the first half of the year, with the manufacturers and the sport's governing bod...
Villeneuve baffled by Hamilton retirement calls: 'Why retire?'
Former Formula 1 world champion Jacques Villeneuve has questioned why some people were calling for Lewis Hamilton to retire during the most difficult period of his Ferrari spell, arguing instead that the Briton should continue racing for as long as he still has the desire and motivation to compete....
Aston Martin confirm FP1 driver change as Stroll steps aside in Austria
Aston Martin have just confirmed that third driver Jak Crawford will take part in Free Practice 1 at the Austrian Grand Prix, taking over Lance Stroll's AMR26 at the Red Bull Ring before the Canadian returns to the cockpit for the afternoon session. Reflecting on the opportunity, Crawford said he is...
Marquez tops Brno FP1 despite crash, Aprilias struggle in Czechia
The Czech Grand Prix weekend is finally underway at the prestigious Brno Circuit as marc Marquez looks to close the gap at the top to Aprilia riders Marco Bezzecchi and Jorge Martin. The session got off to a tricky start for all the riders with Pedro Acosta, Maverick Vinales and Diogo Moreira all cr...
How a Mercedes' pit stop issue derailed Russell's Spanish GP
Mercedes deputy team principal Bradley Lord has admitted that an issue during George Russell's final pit stop at the Spanish Grand Prix, compromising his pace in the closing stint and ultimately allowing his teammate to catch and overtake him. The British driver left the Barcelona weekend having red...
Mercedes clarify reasons behind withdrawn right of review submission
Mercedes confirmed that it has withdrawn its Right of Review request concerning the penalties George Russell received and served during the Monaco Grand Prix, explaining the reasons behind its decision to drop the appeal. Already on Thursday, the FIA had confirmed that Mercedes had informed the stew...
'I got the most horrific stuff you could imagine': F1 reporter recalls backlash over Verstappen interview
Sky F1 reporter Rachel Brookes revealed that she received massive online abuse after asking Max Verstappen whether his infamous collision with George Russell at the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix had been a deliberate move. While the Barcelona weekend has only just come to an end, many still vividly rememb...
What Mercedes' Monaco appeal climbdown means for George Russell
Mercedes' decision to abandon its bid to challenge George Russell's controversial Monaco Grand Prix penalty may bring an end to the legal wrangling, but the wider implications for the British driver could prove far more significant than the points he lost on race day. At face value, the outcome is s...
F1 Today | Mercedes abandon Monaco appeal bid after Russell penalty dispute, Russell speaks out, Verstappen blasts Schumacher, Alonso gives new formula the thumbs down
In a late twist, Mercedes have decided against appealing the outcome of the Monaco Grand Prix, brining the matter to a close for the Silver Arrows. Meanwhile, George Russell reflects on the current F1 formula and Max Verstappen's dad, Jos, barks back at TV pundit. Mercedes have officially withdrawn...
Mercedes abandon Monaco appeal bid after Russell penalty dispute
Mercedes have officially withdrawn their request for a Right of Review into the controversial Monaco Grand Prix result, bringing an end to one of Formula 1's most unusual post-race disputes of the season. The Brackley-based team had initially sought clarification from the FIA after Alpine successful...
Carlos Sainz suggests radical F1 shakeup separating drivers and teams over course of the season
Williams driver Carlos Sainz has proposed one of the most radical structural changes suggested for Formula One, suggesting for a complete separation between drivers and teams to create a "true" drivers champion. The Spaniard said he is enjoying one of his "strongest seasons" in terms of the quality...
George Russell reflects on F1 reality with current issues "difficult to accept"
Frustrations are growing for George Russell who says his difficult start to the 2026 Formula One season are difficult for him to accept. The British driver was many people's favourite to win the championship after winning the opening race of the season in Australia. However, since then he has been...
Ferrari told to back Hamilton over Leclerc in 2026 title fight
The Scuderia Ferrari outfit have been urged to prioritise Lewis Hamilton over Charles Leclerc in their pursuit of the 2026 title, according to Jacques Villeneuve. Hamilton fired the Maranello-based team back to victory lane with a masterfully executed drive at the Barcelona Grand Prix. The win, his...
Heavy rain forecast for Sunday race at Czech Grand Prix in Brno
This weekend's MotoGP Czech Grand Prix in Brno could throw in yet another twist to the already-intriguing championship battle as heavy rain is forecast during Sunday's race. While the weather looks clear for all of Friday and Saturday, a deluge of heavy rain could potentially hit the circuit just as...
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