FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem begins a new, unopposed term. Key F1 figures, including Mercedes' Toto Wolff and McLaren's Zak Brown, publicly endorsed him, citing his leadership and the successful 2026 Concorde Agreement as major achievements.
Zhou Guanyu is officially named Cadillac's reserve driver for their 2026 F1 debut, bringing recent F1 experience to the new Ferrari-powered outfit alongside Valtteri Bottas and Checo Perez.
Former F1 driver Zhou Guanyu joins Cadillac as a reserve driver, bringing valuable recent grid experience to the American outfit ahead of its highly anticipated Formula 1 debut in 2026.
Veteran Nico Hülkenberg praised rookie teammate Gabriel Bortoleto, citing his speed, consistency, and fast learning as they prepare for Audi's 2026 F1 entry.
Four-time champion Sebastian Vettel reveals his F1 motivation began to wane around 2018 due to family, Ferrari's struggles, and the energy of new teammate Charles Leclerc.
Former Red Bull strategy chief Will Courtenay has officially joined McLaren as Sporting Director. The move brings a wealth of championship-winning experience to the reigning F1 champions as they prepare for the 2026 regulation overhaul.
Peter Sauber reveals he nearly signed Lewis Hamilton for 2007 on a two-year loan from McLaren. The deal collapsed because McLaren only wanted a one-season arrangement for the then-GP2 champion, altering the course of F1 history.
Red Bull Racing enters a pivotal 2026 season with new leadership and a corporate structure after the departure of the key figures who built its two-decade dynasty. The team faces a true test to maintain its front-running status amidst a major cultural and technical reset.
Red Bull has released junior drivers Oliver Goethe and Timo Tramnitz, with Goethe securing an F2 seat while Tramnitz's future is unclear. Separately, Anthony Hamilton is teasing new projects following his HybridV10 platform launch.
Rookie Oliver Bearman topped the 2025 F1 grid with 128 overtakes, showcasing a stellar debut season. His aggressive driving style in the Haas has positioned him as a rising star to watch.
Red Bull's influential strategy chief, Will Courtenay, is joining McLaren as sporting director months earlier than planned. The move provides McLaren with a major strategic boost ahead of the 2026 regulations.
Oscar Piastri reflects on the 'tough' Alpine fallout, including his viral social media denial, that ultimately launched his successful career as a top driver at McLaren.
