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Vasseur stirs exit talk with 'another job' joke

Vasseur stirs exit talk with 'another job' joke


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<span class="p2_new s hp">NEW</span> Construction underway at new Madrid F1 circuit

NEW Construction underway at new Madrid F1 circuit
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Alpine not planning to drop Colapinto, says Briatore

Alpine not planning to drop Colapinto, says Briatore
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McLaren likely shifting title focus to Piastri, says Schumacher

McLaren likely shifting title focus to Piastri, says Schumacher
Formula 1 | 23h

Antonelli swaps podium champagne for school exams

Antonelli swaps podium champagne for school exams
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Red Bull junior Lindblad awaits clarity on F1 debut

Red Bull junior Lindblad awaits clarity on F1 debut
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FIA approves F1 upgrade plans for Kyalami

FIA approves F1 upgrade plans for Kyalami
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Wolff warned not to delay on Russell as rivals circle

Wolff warned not to delay on Russell as rivals circle
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Madrid mayor questions Alonso’s enthusiasm for new GP

Madrid mayor questions Alonso’s enthusiasm for new GP
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Verstappen skips F1 film premiere to test GT3 car at Spa

Verstappen skips F1 film premiere to test GT3 car at Spa
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Canada extends F1 deal amid rising costs and ticket hikes

Canada extends F1 deal amid rising costs and ticket hikes
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Russell says F1 must not take popularity for granted

Russell says F1 must not take popularity for granted
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Montreal misery deepens questions around Stroll’s future

Montreal misery deepens questions around Stroll’s future
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Gasly unsure how Renault CEO exit will affect Alpine

Gasly unsure how Renault CEO exit will affect Alpine
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Domenicali says F1 will stay in Montreal ‘for a long time’

Domenicali says F1 will stay in Montreal ‘for a long time’
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Horner raised Russell concerns with FIA before Canadian GP

Horner raised Russell concerns with FIA before Canadian GP
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Vasseur points to stability in WEC team as F1 scrutiny grows

Vasseur points to stability in WEC team as F1 scrutiny grows
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Nico Rosberg of Mercedes gets into his car in the garage during previews ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix of Russia at Sochi Autodrom on April 28, 2016
Vasseur stirs exit talk with 'another job' joke
Jun.20 (GMM)  Frederic Vasseur’s quip about job-hunting may carry more weight than it seems, as speculation continues to mount over his future at Ferrari. According to Corriere della Sera, Ferrari already has a potential replacement in mind – current WEC (World Endurance Championship) boss Antonello Coletta. The 57-year-old Vasseur made light of the situation while attending the premiere of the new Formula 1 film in New York, telling Canal Plus: “Am I thinking of becoming an actor?” He laughed before adding, “Perhaps yes – I'm already looking for another job.” But the discussion in Italy is anything but light-hearted. Ignazio La Russa, president of the Italian Senate, floated another name entirely: Flavio Briatore. "Flavio would be an asset that could give a real shake-up to Ferrari," La Russa told Italian broadcaster Rai. "He wouldn't just be content with progress – he could do more, with serious reforms. Yes, Flavio is a good friend of mine, but everything he does, he does well. "However, Ferrari is in such a state now that even if we appointed the most wonderful manager, I don't think it would be enough," he added. "Unlike my son, I have little to do with motoring, but I believe that the issue is much deeper than just a change of team principal." Former F1 driver Jarno Trulli echoed that sentiment, suggesting Ferrari is aiming at the wrong target. He believes the problem isn’t leadership – it’s technical. "It seems that there is a technical director missing," Trulli told La Stampa. "Last year, a certain (Adrian) Newey was available. Maranello needs a person who can design a car. It's very similar to what I had at Toyota in 2009 – the car was competitive only at times." Others think geography may be the root of Ferrari’s problems. With most F1 teams and suppliers based in the UK, Ferrari’s base in Maranello puts it at a disadvantage. "I get the impression that Lewis (Hamilton) wants to get involved, but that there are perhaps too many decision-makers," said Nico Rosberg, Hamilton’s former teammate. "I'm also hearing that Ferrari is once again toying with the idea of setting up an office in Great Britain, simply because the entire Formula 1 ecosystem is there." Briatore, currently serving as executive advisor at Alpine, supports that idea. "It's difficult to win in Formula 1," he said. "Ferrari doesn't need new bosses – they've had enough of those. They need to become more international. "They must finally open a technical centre in England. If you want to make champagne, it's smarter to be in France." But that approach still sparks internal resistance. Piero Ferrari – son of founder Enzo Ferrari – recalled a past effort to internationalise Ferrari that, in his view, failed. "My biggest mistake was John Barnard," he told Speed Week. "I was the one who persuaded my father to hire the Englishman in 1986. I believed we needed a mastermind from abroad. "But Barnard was never able to fit into our culture. It was an incredible mistake that I regret to this day. We must return to the winning path ourselves, without injecting genes that are incompatible with ours."]]>
 Fernando Alonso of McLaren Honda in the paddock during previews ahead of the Formula One Grand Prix of Russia at Sochi Autodrom on April 28, 2016
Construction underway at new Madrid F1 circuit
Jun.20 (GMM)  Construction is now officially underway at the site of Formula 1’s new Madrid Grand Prix, scheduled to debut in 2026. Although the capital city event holds a long-term contract and will assume the ‘Spanish GP’ title from Barcelona, doubts have persisted for months over whether the venue will be ready in time. Both Formula 1 and the FIA continue to list the race as “subject to FIA circuit homologation”. Earlier in June, Bild newspaper reported that “many doubt the street circuit will be ready in time for its planned premiere”. “If it doesn't work out, Imola is the first alternative candidate,” the German publication added. F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali reiterated that stance this month. “For 2026, Imola is our first reserve. If for any reason a venue were to fall through, we will return to Imola with our cars and our drivers.” Spanish media visited the site of the new ‘Madring’ circuit on Thursday to witness the first signs of progress. According to Marca, “Currently there are 85 workers and about 50 machines including trucks, excavators and power trowels working.” The number of personnel is expected to increase to nearly 500 in the coming months. Luis Garcia Abad, general manager of the Madring project and Fernando Alonso’s former long-time manager, told EFE that construction is ahead of schedule. “May 30,” he replied when asked when the works are due to be completed. Garcia Abad added that final FIA homologation will only occur during the week of the grand prix – a procedure he described as normal. “There will be two more official visits during the construction process,” he said. He acknowledged the scale of the challenge. “It’s a complicated project, involving about 70,000 square metres of asphalt. But if you compare it to other types of construction, like any road or highway, it won’t be that big of a deal. We have started earlier than we thought, too.” One unique element under consideration is a distinctive track surface. “We haven’t given up on pigment,” Garcia Abad revealed. “We’re going to try to use the most sustainable of all. “Red heats up less than black, but it also has less grip. We’ll have to study everything carefully.”]]>
 Franco Colapinto pictured on September 14, 2024
Alpine not planning to drop Colapinto, says Briatore
Flavio Briatore has hit out at a journalist who questioned him about ongoing speculation regarding Franco Colapinto’s position at Alpine.
 Toto Wolff pictured on August 31, 2024
Wolff warned not to delay on Russell as rivals circle
Toto Wolff risks losing one of Formula 1’s top drivers if he delays much longer on a new contract for George Russell, according to former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher.
 Fernando Alonso on April 4, 2025
Madrid mayor questions Alonso’s enthusiasm for new GP
Fernando Alonso has clarified that he is fully supportive of Madrid joining the Formula 1 calendar, despite his recent association with rival Spanish circuit Barcelona.
 McLaren driver Oscar Piastri in April 2025.
McLaren likely shifting title focus to Piastri, says Schumacher
McLaren may have quietly decided to back Oscar Piastri as their best shot at the 2025 world championship, according to a growing chorus of paddock voices.
 Arvid Lindblad on May 30, 2025
Red Bull junior Lindblad awaits clarity on F1 debut
Arvid Lindblad says he’s still in the dark about Red Bull’s next move regarding his path into Formula 1.
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FIA approves F1 upgrade plans for Kyalami
Former Formula 1 venue Kyalami has jumped to the front of the queue in the race to bring F1 back to the African continent.
 Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli in May 2025.
Antonelli swaps podium champagne for school exams
While his Formula 1 colleagues were either attending the star-studded film premiere in New York or testing GT cars at Spa, Kimi Antonelli returned to something far more routine - high school.
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Canada extends F1 deal amid rising costs and ticket hikes
Montreal will remain on the Formula 1 calendar until 2035 after local organisers agreed to a new deal that includes a significant hike in the annual race fee - a cost that will, in part, be passed on to fans.
Jun 18,
 Red Bull driver Max Verstappen in April 2025.
Verstappen skips F1 film premiere to test GT3 car at Spa
While much of the Formula 1 paddock flew directly from Montreal to New York for the premiere of the sport’s new Hollywood feature film, Max Verstappen once again opted out of the festivities.
Jun 18,
 Pierre Gasly on June 12, 2025
Gasly unsure how Renault CEO exit will affect Alpine
Pierre Gasly admits it’s unclear how Renault CEO Luca de Meo’s surprise resignation will affect the Alpine Formula 1 team.
Jun 17,
 Stefano Domenicali pictured on August 31, 2024
Domenicali says F1 will stay in Montreal ‘for a long time’
Formula 1 looks set to confirm a long-term contract extension for the Canadian Grand Prix, ending speculation about the event’s future.
Jun 17,
 Lance Stroll on September 1, 2024
Montreal misery deepens questions around Stroll’s future
While Fernando Alonso starts to find reasons to smile in 2025, Aston Martin teammate Lance Stroll is facing renewed scrutiny following a dismal performance in front of his home crowd in Montreal.
Jun 17,
 Frederic Vasseur pictured on July 2024
Vasseur points to stability in WEC team as F1 scrutiny grows
As pressure mounts over his position at the helm of Ferrari’s Formula 1 team, Frederic Vasseur turned his attention to the success of Ferrari’s endurance racing arm - and his former driver Robert Kubica.
Jun 17,
 Christian Horner pictured in August 2024
Horner raised Russell concerns with FIA before Canadian GP
Red Bull says the team had advance concerns that George Russell might try to provoke Max Verstappen during the Canadian Grand Prix - and even warned the FIA before the race.
Jun 17,
 Mercedes driver George Russell on September 15, 2024
Russell says F1 must not take popularity for granted
George Russell has cautioned Formula 1 against complacency, warning that the sport’s current wave of global popularity could fade just as quickly as it rose.
Jun 17,
 Flavio Briatore pictured on September 1, 2024
Briatore dismisses concerns over de Meo resignation
The surprise resignation of Renault Group CEO Luca de Meo will have no effect on the Alpine Formula 1 team, according to Flavio Briatore.
Jun 16,
 Timo Glock
McLaren faces growing pressure to back one driver
A shift in driver strategy may soon be necessary at McLaren, according to former Formula 1 driver Timo Glock, after Lando Norris crashed into his own teammate during a costly Canadian Grand Prix.
Jun 16,
 Max Verstappen on June 13, 2025
Verstappen keen to race in Le Mans Hypercar class
Max Verstappen has made it clear that he plans to test his racing skills outside Formula 1 - with the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans firmly on his radar.
Jun 16,
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