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Piquet Jr softens Mercedes-Verstappen speculation
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Piquet Jr softens Mercedes-Verstappen speculation
Max Verstappen’s future remains a key talking point heading into the Belgian Grand Prix, as Red Bull grapples with internal tensions and uncertainty following the mid-season ousting of team principal Christian Horner./https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F06%2Ff1-mv-684d6bd7801ba874857244.jpg)
Marko unfazed by Verstappen's reported Mercedes talks
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Lego-built British GP trophy dropped and broken
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Antonelli admits disappointment with first F1 podium
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Sauber pitstops now among F1's best under Wheatley
Jul.21 (GMM) Sauber has quietly emerged as a frontrunner in the pitlane this season, making a dramatic leap from its 2024 woes to rank as one of the most consistent and rapid pit crews on the Formula 1 grid.Jul 21,
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Bearman says strict FIA rules make racing feel unnatural
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Ferrari says 2026 car won’t be built solely for Hamilton
Ferrari’s 2026 Formula 1 car is not being tailored specifically to Lewis Hamilton’s driving style, insists deputy team principal Jerome d’Ambrosio.Jul 18,
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Schumacher says Horner caused his own Red Bull downfall
Ralf Schumacher believes Christian Horner’s actions and leadership decisions directly led to his ousting as Red Bull's Formula 1 team boss.Jul 18,
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O’Ward compares Cadillac link to Alonso-Taylor Swift gossip
Pato O’Ward has poured cold water on speculation linking him to Cadillac’s upcoming Formula 1 entry in 2026.Jul 18,
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Honda says Tsunoda free to join Cadillac or Haas in 2026
Yuki Tsunoda is free to race for a non-Honda-affiliated team in Formula 1 next season, according to Honda Racing Corporation president Koji Watanabe.Jul 18,
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Vettel confirms his Formula 1 racing career is over
Sebastian Vettel has made it clear that his days as a Formula 1 driver are officially behind him.Jul 17,
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McLaren to discuss free speech concerns with FIA
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella says he plans to open a dialogue with the FIA about restoring Formula 1 drivers’ freedom of speech.Jul 17,
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Red Bull reportedly won’t block Verstappen if he chooses Mercedes
Max Verstappen could switch to Mercedes without being blocked by Red Bull, according to two respected Formula 1 sources.Jul 17,
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Honda confirms no possibility of supplying Red Bull in 2026
While FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem continues to leave the door ajar for a return to louder, more visceral V8 engines, Formula 1’s engine manufacturers remain firmly focused on the upcoming 2026 regulations.Jul 17,
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FIA to assess political and financial stability for African GP
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says any potential Formula 1 race in Africa will need to meet strict standards for political and financial stability.Jul 17,
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Berger says Verstappen-Wolff yacht story was just coincidence
Formula 1 great Gerhard Berger doubts that Max Verstappen is seriously considering a switch to Mercedes, despite the intense speculation surrounding his future.Jul 16,
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Ferrari set to debut new rear suspension at Spa
With internal scrutiny mounting and rivals pulling ahead, Ferrari is pressing ahead with its final major developments for the 2025 Formula 1 season.Jul 16,
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Cadillac to announce first F1 driver as silly season heats up
The 2026 Formula 1 driver market is heating up fast as rumours swirl and teams begin to shape their future lineups.Jul 15,
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Audi rules out Christian Horner as an option, says report
Speculation that Christian Horner might be heading to Audi following his shock dismissal from Red Bull has already been quashed.Jul 15,
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Sit down, son, and apologise - Schumacher blasts Stroll
Lance Stroll is once again under fire for his conduct, following a controversial radio message after the British Grand Prix.Jul 15,