In a reflective interview, retired F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo pondered his 2018 exit from Red Bull, acknowledging that staying could have seen his career end sooner if Max Verstappen had "obliterated" him. He clarifies he wasn't avoiding a fight but was worried about the team's future direction, viewing the move as a lasting curiosity rather than a regret.
Over 90% of F1 fans believe Max Verstappen's GT3 racing is beneficial for his Red Bull performance, not a distraction. Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies fully supports the activity, citing Verstappen's pure passion for all racing as a key motivator that aligns with his F1 commitment.
Red Bull Racing faces more internal turmoil as Ole Schack, a long-serving mechanic integral to Max Verstappen's championship-winning crew, is set to leave. This departure adds to a wave of senior exits and comes as the team struggles with a uncompetitive car and poor results in the 2026 season, raising questions about stability and Verstappen's future.
McLaren's Lando Norris has named his four favorite F1 drivers of all time: Lewis Hamilton, Jenson Button, Sebastian Vettel, and Fernando Alonso. The 2025 champion selected the figures he grew up watching, crediting them as inspirations for his career and praising their character alongside their driving prowess.
F1 commentator David Croft reports McLaren is set to introduce a major car upgrade at the Miami GP, with promising simulator data. He suggests this could frustrate Mercedes after the April break and believes Oscar Piastri might have won in Japan without a Safety Car. The development race is heating up, potentially reshaping the championship battle.
An unexpected month-long break in the 2026 F1 calendar offers a critical development window for struggling teams. This analysis ranks Aston Martin, Williams, Red Bull, Audi, and McLaren based on their potential to use this time to solve weight, reliability, and performance issues before the season resumes in Miami.
Juan Pablo Montoya forecasts a major Aston Martin comeback in 2026, predicting the team will "shock everybody" once it resolves its early-season Honda power unit reliability issues. He expects visible improvements after the summer break as the Silverstone-based squad optimizes its new works partnership.
David Coulthard says the FIA won’t act just because Max Verstappen hints at leaving after 2026, but warns that the four‑time champion’s exit would be a huge blow. He suggests a possible sabbatical and eventual return, mirroring past driver comebacks.
Following Max Verstappen's ejection of a journalist from a press conference, former F1 champion Damon Hill advises that drivers could benefit from gaining media experience to better understand and handle press interactions, calling it a crucial part of the modern driver's skill set.
Luca di Montezemolo, former Ferrari chairman, states the team's podium finishes are not enough and demands a championship-capable car, while Ralf Schumacher suggests Lewis Hamilton's improved 2026 form is tied to greater contractual control and number-one status within the team.
Former Autosport journalist James Newbold’s *Formula 3000: Where Legends Are Made* chronicles the 20‑year saga of the series that launched drivers like Mark Webber and Craig Lowndes, using over 100 interviews and rich photography to revive a forgotten era.
Demolition has commenced on the Albert Park pit building, initiating a phased redevelopment of the Australian GP venue. The project aims to replace the 1996-era facilities with modern infrastructure, using a mix of temporary and permanent solutions for the 2026 race before a full permanent upgrade in 2027.
