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Latest: Jun 17, 4:29 PM from Motorsport.com
The 10 strangest and most shocking retirements in Formula 1 history
Formula 1 is a complex series where hundreds of factors can influence the race start, the on-track action and the final result. As such, there are hundreds of things that can also go wrong in a grand prix. Read Also: Formula 1The wild reason behind Nico Hulkenberg's Barcelona GP retirement Case in point, a freak accident this weekend saw a humble chunk of gravel ruin ... Keep reading
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Who is 'Italian Bono' Carlo Santi and how is he helping Hamilton?
Lewis Hamilton finally stood on the top step of the podium for the first time in Ferrari colours last weekend after taking victory in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
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‘Operationally we weren’t good enough’ says frustrated Komatsu
Haas started the season strongly, with Ollie Bearman delivering a big haul of points at the opening two races. As such, the American outfit were in the thick of the midfield fight – but since bolting on their first big upgrade package, their form has faded.
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Mercedes granted FIA hearing over Russell's Monaco GP penalty
The FIA has accepted Mercedes' request for a review of the Monaco Grand Prix result and George Russell's penalties, with a hearing scheduled for this Saturday, following Alpine's successful overturning of Pierre Gasly's penalties. A document published by the FIA on Wednesday confirmed that Mercedes has lodged a Right of Review petition regarding the decision made by the Monaco stewards ... Keep reading
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Mercedes granted FIA hearing over George Russell's Monaco F1 penalty
The FIA has accepted Mercedes' request for a review of the Monaco Grand Prix result and George Russell's penalties, with a hearing scheduled for this Saturday, following Alpine's successful overturning of Pierre Gasly's penalties. A document published by the FIA on Wednesday confirmed that Mercedes has lodged a Right of Review petition regarding the decision made by the Monaco stewards ... Keep reading
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Barcelona showed what Cadillac are lacking, admits Perez
High-speed corners and hot temperatures highlighted Cadillac's weaknesses in Barcelona.
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QUIZ: 10 questions on maiden Ferrari victories
Lewis Hamilton sealed his first victory with Ferrari on Sunday – here are 10 questions about some other drivers' maiden wins with the Scuderia.
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Red Bull explains FIA engine review: “No data sample indicates an advantage over Mercedes”
The handling of Formula 1's first Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) period, covering the races through the Canadian Grand Prix, continues to dominate discussions in the paddock. The FIA informed all manufacturers of the results in Monaco, but a public announcement is still pending. This is because one manufacturer – logically Red Bull-Ford Powertrains – is highly ... Keep reading
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Why Red Bull has challenged FIA’s ADUO verdict: 'No data sample shows us ahead of Mercedes'
The handling of Formula 1's first Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) period, covering the races through the Canadian Grand Prix, continues to dominate discussions in the paddock. The FIA informed all manufacturers of the results in Monaco, but a public announcement is still pending. This is because Red Bull-Ford is highly dissatisfied with the initial outcome and has asked ... Keep reading
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'No corner quite like it' - How F1 put the mad in Madring
Boasting an ambitious plan that pledges to meet Formula 1's targets for entertaining, accessible and sustainable race in destination cities, Madrid earned the right to take over the Spanish Grand Prix from Barcelona for a 10-year-period, held at the IFEMA fairgrounds by the Barajas International airport. With less than three months to go until the so-called Madring's F1 debut, 45 years after ... Keep reading
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How F1’s newest venue attempts to gel two extremes for the first time
Boasting an ambitious plan that pledges to meet Formula 1's targets for entertaining, accessible and sustainable race in destination cities, Madrid earned the right to take over the Spanish Grand Prix from Barcelona for a 10-year-period, held at the IFEMA fairgrounds by the Barajas International airport. With less than three months to go until the so-called Madring's F1 debut, 45 years after ... Keep reading
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Aston Martin struggles ‘weighing on everyone’ says Krack
After the troubled start to the 2026 season, Aston Martin Team Principal Adrian Newey made a bold decision to focus on one major upgrade package for later in the year, rather than a series of smaller updates.
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Le Mans star Tom Kristensen on his missed F1 opportunity
Nine-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen joins *Beyond The Grid* to discuss his impressive career and how he came close to racing in F1.
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‘If he smells blood, he goes’ – Wolff on Hamilton title threat
Hamilton claimed his first Grand Prix victory for Ferrari last weekend in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, becoming the first driver to beat Mercedes on a Sunday this year.
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F1 reports 35% CO2 reduction ahead of 2030 targets
Formula 1 says it reduced its carbon emissions by 12% in 2025 and by 35% over the past eight years, keeping it on track to achieve a 50% reduction by 2030. F1 set the goal of becoming "Net Zero" by 2030, which it claims would be delivered through a 50% reduction of its own emissions compared with 2018 levels. For the remaining unavoidable emissions that come with putting together a dense ... Keep reading
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Gasly believes the stars are aligning after his Barcelona P7
Pierre Gasly extended his points-scoring streak with a P7 finish in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
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F1 reports 35% CO2 reduction ahead of 2030 net-zero target
Formula 1 says it reduced its carbon emissions by 12% in 2025, keeping it on track to achieve a 50% reduction by 2030. F1 set the goal of becoming "Net Zero" by 2030, which it claims would be delivered through a 50% reduction of its own emissions compared with 2018 levels. For the remaining unavoidable emissions that come with putting together a dense 24-race calendar, the championship will use ... Keep reading
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Fuels and freight put F1 on track for net zero by 2030
Shifting from air to sea freight, investment in sustainable aviation fuel and revisions to the schedule are some of the measures helping F1 to become net zero by 2030.
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