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Verstappen unlikely to win in Canada, says Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has cast serious doubt on Red Bull's chances of winning this weekend's Canadian Grand Prix.08:30
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Another secret behind McLaren's F1 dominance revealed
Another secret of McLaren's dominance may have emerged. Between speculation about flexible wings and whispers about the team’s remarkable tyre management, Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris continue to dominate the grid.08:30
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Alonso defends Verstappen amid title slump
If Max Verstappen fails to secure the 2025 drivers' world championship, Fernando Alonso says the blame won't lie with the Dutch driver.14:00
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Three ex-F1 drivers say Piastri the man to beat
Three former Formula 1 drivers believe Oscar Piastri is emerging as the clear favourite to win the 2025 world championship.Jun 9, 13:51
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New F1 fans don't understand motorsport culture
Many of the newer fans entering the world of top-level single seater racing don’t understand “how motorsport works,” according to Formula 2 driver Richard Verschoor.Jun 9, 13:51
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Russell in talks with Red Bull and Aston Martin for 2026
George Russell may have top-tier options on the table if Mercedes reshuffles its driver lineup for 2026.Jun 6, 15:50
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Hamilton still adapting, Leclerc stepping up - Vasseur
Lewis Hamilton believes it may be time for Ferrari to stop chasing 2025 gains and shift full focus to next year’s major regulation overhaul.Jun 6, 15:49
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Verstappen slowly letting go of title hopes - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has admitted that Max Verstappen appears to be slowly giving up on his bid for a fifth consecutive Formula 1 world championship.Jun 5, 17:27
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Ferrari still developing '25 car despite McLaren gap
Ferrari has not written off its 2025 Formula 1 campaign just yet.Jun 5, 17:27
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Verstappen deserved penalty for Russell clash - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has admitted Max Verstappen was rightly penalised for his controversial contact with George Russell during Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix.Jun 4, 11:00
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Piastri's 'boring' style may be key to 2025 F1 crown
While Max Verstappen's aggressive Barcelona antics made most of the headlines, Oscar Piastri quietly strengthened his claim to the 2025 Formula 1 world championship.Jun 2, 13:30
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Oscar Piastri wins Spanish Grand Prix after Max Verstappen drama in Barcelona
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri strengthens his lead in the Formula 1 title race with victory at the Spanish Grand Prix in the race where Max Verstappen was handed a 10-second penalty.Jun 1, 15:36
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On-track flex tests now a possibility - Tombazis
The FIA is considering introducing dynamic testing methods as it looks to clamp down even further on flexible front wings in Formula 1.Jun 1, 13:00
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Red Bull realistic about Barcelona GP hopes
Red Bull is setting modest expectations for Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix, with Dr Helmut Marko conceding that a win may be out of reach.Jun 1, 12:30
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Rivals gained, but McLaren still ahead - Marko
The FIA's tougher flexi-wing regulations may have levelled the field slightly, but McLaren still appears to be the benchmark.May 31, 11:15
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Norris and I can handle fair title fight - Piastri
Oscar Piastri believes he and teammate Lando Norris are more than capable of handling the pressure of a championship battle — as long as it remains fair.May 31, 09:45
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Verstappen downplays title chase against McLaren duo
Max Verstappen says he's not expecting the FIA's flexi-wing clampdown in Barcelona to shake up the Formula 1 pecking order, especially not enough to slow down McLaren.May 30, 13:30
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Tsunoda must improve to stay at Red Bull - Horner
Yuki Tsunoda has more to prove if he wants to retain his place at Red Bull alongside Max Verstappen in 2026.May 30, 11:00
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Ron Dennis watches F1 on mute, slams Sky coverage
Former McLaren boss Ron Dennis has revealed that he still watches Formula 1 races — but with the TV commentary muted.May 29, 18:00
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Palou rules out F1 switch after Indy 500 triumph
Fresh off his historic Indianapolis 500 win, Alex Palou has made it clear that a move to Formula 1 is no longer on the cards.May 29, 17:00