Hamilton's struggles linked to contract clause - report
A revealing contractual detail in Lewis Hamilton's transition from Mercedes to Ferrari could shed light on the seven-time world champion's ongoing difficulties, as some insiders speculate that his faltering performance might prompt a mid-season retirement.
11:45
Hamilton may quit Ferrari amid poor form - insiders
A surprising possibility has emerged in the race to secure Max Verstappen for 2026, with speculation mounting that Lewis Hamilton could retire from Ferrari after just one season, potentially opening a seat for the reigning world champion.
Apr 24, 14:00
Colapinto's bid to oust Doohan hinges on money
Franco Colapinto's Argentine sponsors may need to dig deep to secure the Alpine race seat currently occupied by rookie Jack Doohan, as financial hurdles stand in the way of a potential driver swap.
Apr 24, 13:00
Alpine emerges as surprise contender for Verstappen
Former F1 driver Ralf Schumacher has suggested Alpine could be a dark horse in the race to sign Max Verstappen for 2026.
Apr 17, 16:00
FIA president may face opposition in re-election battle
A new candidate has surfaced as a potential challenger to embattled FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem in the upcoming elections.
Apr 17, 14:30
Marko fears Verstappen exit as Red Bull slumps
As Red Bull's performance plummets alongside Max Verstappen's morale, rumours are reigniting that the team could lose its star driver.
Apr 14, 09:10
Norris' mental struggles slammed by F1 veterans
Even with Max Verstappen's title threat waning, championship leader Lando Norris is facing growing scrutiny over his mental resilience.
Apr 14, 08:53
McLaren set to dominate Bahrain GP - Marko
Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko believes McLaren is poised to comfortably clinch victory at Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix.
Apr 12, 11:40
Sky Deutschland boycotts Saudi GP over LGBT
Sky Deutschland, Germany's Formula 1 broadcaster, has announced it will not cover next weekend's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on-site.
Apr 12, 10:40
Ex-F1 stars criticise Alpine's handling of Doohan situation
Two ex-Formula 1 drivers have sharply criticised Alpine for subjecting rookie Jack Doohan to excessive pressure at the outset of his career.
Apr 11, 13:30
Russell must step up to retain Mercedes seat
While George Russell has earned praise from some quarters for his early 2025 showings, Ralf Schumacher believes the Mercedes driver needs to raise his game to lock in a new contract.
Apr 11, 13:00
Wittich slams no-penalty on Norris' chicane skip
Lando Norris can perhaps breathe a sigh of relief that Niels Wittich no longer holds the reins as Formula 1 race director.
Apr 9, 08:20
Doohan 'not certain' to keep Alpine seat for Bahrain
Jack Doohan's precarious position at Alpine shows no signs of easing, with new footage revealing Franco Colapinto conducting a 'TPC' test at Monza.
Apr 7, 12:30
Oakes admits Doohan 'unrest' amid Colapinto rumours
Jack Doohan's struggles at Alpine took a dramatic turn at Suzuka when the rookie Australian suffered a 300kph crash, intensifying the pressure on his precarious race seat.
Apr 5, 08:45
Car setup key to taming 2025 Red Bull - Tsunoda
Yuki Tsunoda believes that refining the setup of the challenging 2025 Red Bull could address its issues, rather than its inherent design.
Apr 3, 10:45
No Mercedes or Aston Martin move for me, says Marko
Formula 1's infamous 'silly season' for drivers has kicked off remarkably early in 2025.
Apr 2, 08:24
Hulkenberg was Red Bull's lost chance - Schumacher
Ralf Schumacher attributes Red Bull's current driver woes to a fundamental misstep from last year, according to the former Formula 1 driver.
Apr 1, 11:45
Marko admits Red Bull feeling Newey's absence amid crisis
Dr Helmut Marko has confessed that Red Bull is already feeling the void left by Adrian Newey's departure. Newey, who joined Red Bull nearly two decades ago, bolstered his status as perhaps Formula 1's finest designer ever with a string of successes. But last year's internal turmoil at Red Bull prompted his move to Aston Martin.
Mar 28, 08:15
Marko teases Lawson fate reveal for Thursday
Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko has dropped a heavy hint that Liam Lawson's immediate future with the team will be clarified on Thursday, casting a shadow over the young driver's prospects.
Mar 27, 13:00
Wolff missing Suzuka amid bigger picture focus
Toto Wolff's fans won't spot the Mercedes team principal and co-owner trackside at Suzuka.
Mar 27, 10:45
Insiders predict Lawson has 'few more races' at Red Bull
Paddock sources are casting doubt on widespread claims that Liam Lawson may have already completed his final outing in Red Bull's 2025 car.
Mar 25, 08:15
Schumacher tells Tsunoda to dodge Lawson's seat
Speculation is intensifying that Liam Lawson's second race weekend with Red Bull may have been his last.
Mar 24, 10:30
Wolff shuts down rumours of Verstappen deal
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has moved to quash speculation that he's already negotiating with Max Verstappen for a potential switch in 2026 or beyond.
Mar 24, 09:30
Schumacher blasts Ferrari for 'incompetent' DQs
Lewis Hamilton's triumphant Ferrari pole-to-win in the Shanghai sprint was overshadowed by a dramatic collapse just 24 hours later.
Mar 24, 08:30
'Fascinating' Hadjar eyes as Lawson falters - Marko
Liam Lawson's time at Red Bull Racing may be drawing to a close far sooner than anticipated.
Mar 23, 14:36
Mini-DRS crackdown targets rivals, not us - Norris
McLaren "could win every race in 2025," according to Mercedes' George Russell.
Mar 21, 13:45
Eddie Jordan's closest pals share his last moments
Eddie Jordan fought to the end, according to some of his closest Formula 1 confidants.
Mar 21, 12:45
Ferrari tackles F1 sim glitch after Melbourne
Ferrari has been toiling away in its Maranello simulator to address a glitch that reportedly threw off its setup baseline in Melbourne, according to Italy's La Repubblica.
Mar 20, 11:00
Kovalainen supports Marko's jab at Hadjar tears
F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali also stopped by the junior Red Bull team's Albert Park base to offer Hadjar a supportive gesture.
Mar 17, 08:41
Marko to judge Lawson over opening races
It's only the first of 24 rounds, but George Russell believes the 2025 season is already a foregone conclusion.
Mar 16, 11:49
Ferrari grants Hamilton time to find more pace
Ralf Schumacher has cautioned that Charles Leclerc might "send Lewis Hamilton into retirement" this year.
Mar 15, 07:54
Ralf rebukes Vettel over 'white men' comment
Ralf Schumacher has taken Sebastian Vettel to task over his recent statements.
Mar 14, 09:45
Newey's 'magic' only weeks away, predicts Alonso
Fernando Alonso is optimistic that Adrian Newey's "magic" could shine through at Aston Martin within a matter of "weeks".
Mar 14, 09:15
Ecclestone, Briatore slam Ferrari's Hamilton move
Bernie Ecclestone and Flavio Briatore believe Ferrari has erred by bringing Lewis Hamilton on board.
Mar 14, 08:30
Colapinto's manager tells fans to cool Doohan criticism
Franco Colapinto's manager has appealed for restraint as speculation intensifies ahead of the 2025 season.
Mar 10, 08:30
Leclerc leads Hamilton at Ferrari so far - Marko
Dr Helmut Marko doubts Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari switch will yield a 2025 title, despite the fanfare surrounding the move.
Mar 7, 10:45
Marko stunned by Alpine's pre-season surge
Alpine is edging closer to Formula 1's top four teams, Red Bull adviser Dr Helmut Marko has declared, following the French team's standout Bahrain pre-season test pace.
Mar 6, 09:40
Hamilton's 2025 Ferrari title bid 'unrealistic'
Ralf Schumacher has cast doubt on Lewis Hamilton clinching the 2025 title in his debut Ferrari season, labelling it "very unrealistic."
Mar 4, 16:30
F1 paddock crowns McLaren Bahrain test champions
With Bahrain's pre-season testing now complete, Formula 1 insiders unanimously point to McLaren as the frontrunners for the upcoming Australian Grand Prix.
Mar 3, 11:00
Ex-GP winner sizes up 2025's six F1 rookies
A past grand prix victor has offered his insights on the largest group of Formula 1 rookies seen in over a decade.
Feb 25, 16:30
