Lewis Hamilton faces new internal pressure at Ferrari from junior driver Oliver Bearman. After a subdued 2025 season, the Haas rookie's strong performances have marked him as a potential future replacement, with insiders noting Bearman's speed is 'an issue' for the seven-time champion if his form doesn't improve.
Formula 1 has unveiled the official terminology for its 2026 technical revolution, introducing four key terms: Overtake Mode, Boost Mode, Active Aero, and Recharge. The move aims to replace technical jargon with clear, descriptive language to help fans better understand the new strategic elements and radical car designs set to debut.
Alex Albon has voiced support for Yuki Tsunoda after Red Bull demoted him to a reserve role for 2026, stating he believes Tsunoda "deserves a place in F1." Albon, who revived his own career from a similar position, hopes Tsunoda can use the year to make an impact and secure a full-time return.
Juan Pablo Montoya argues Helmut Marko is leaving Red Bull because he lost his authority, not his passion. Montoya claims increased corporate control from Austria sidelined Marko, transforming him from a key decision-maker to a figurehead needing approval, which led to his decision to walk away.
New F1 champion Lando Norris says his happiness comes from making his family and team proud, not from the act of beating rival Max Verstappen for the title. He dismisses media comparisons about who is the 'better' driver, stating such debates hold no personal interest for him.
Christian Horner is reportedly in discussions to purchase a stake in the Alpine F1 team, according to new reports. This investor-led approach would mark his return to the sport following his Red Bull exit, bypassing gardening leave restrictions and giving him influential footing at the struggling Enstone squad.
As Aston Martin builds a potential title-winning package for 2026 with Honda and Adrian Newey, Lance Stroll's perceived 'indifference' and lack of joy in racing are being called out as a possible weakness in the team's otherwise stellar lineup.
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies admits developing the team's first in-house F1 engine for 2026 is a "crazy call" that will lead to sleepless nights, as the squad prepares to battle manufacturers with 90 years of experience. The project, done with Ford's support, is a massive gamble that could redefine Red Bull's future in the sport.
F1 veteran Riccardo Patrese believes only Charles Leclerc, not new champion Lando Norris, has the pure speed to challenge Max Verstappen in equal cars. He praised Leclerc's qualifying talent and performance relative to Lewis Hamilton, despite Ferrari's winless season.
McLaren technical director Neil Houldey is confident the team's early switch to 2026 car development was the right call, believing the performance found on the new project outweighs marginal gains from further upgrading its 2025 title-winner. This strategy directly contrasts with rival Red Bull, which continued developing its current car late into the season.
Max Verstappen's plan to race in more NLS events before his 2026 24 Hours of Nürburgring debut faces a major obstacle, as the first five NLS rounds clash with the F1 calendar. Series organizers acknowledge the issue but have no immediate solution, potentially forcing the champion to compromise his preparation.
Lewis Hamilton has paused his promised 'unplugged' winter break, appearing on social media to promote a Lululemon collaboration. This comes after a challenging 2025 season with Ferrari that left the seven-time champion visibly dejected and sparked retirement rumors.
