Formula One News — August 2013
AUGUST 26, 2013
Button plays down McLaren exit rumours
Jenson Button has played down suggestions he is on the market for 2014.
Lauda says Alonso should change tack
Niki Lauda has urged Fernando Alonso to change tack when it comes to working with Ferrari.
Michelin ready for 2014 F1 tyre talks
Michelin has confirmed it is poised to return to formula one.
Renault involved in Raikkonen talks
Gerard Lopez has admitted Renault is involved in Lotus' push to keep Kimi Raikkonen at the team in 2014.
New engine deal for Sauber close
A new engine deal for Sauber could be announced at the Italian grand prix in two weeks, Ferrari team boss Stefano Domenicali said on Sunday.
Horner denies Webber's 2014 replacement news
Christian Horner and Daniel Ricciardo have denied Mark Webber's suggestion the decision about his 2014 successor is already made.
Mexico poised for 2014 GP return
Bernie Ecclestone is poised to put Mexico back on the F1 calendar.
FIA could penalise Spa for Shell protests
F1's governing body could penalise organisers of the Belgian grand prix, after the extensive Greenpeace protests on Sunday.
Red Bull plays down chance of Monza dominance
Red Bull is playing down expectations Sebastian Vettel will continue his dominance next weekend at Monza.
AUGUST 25, 2013
Sunday Photos
Belgian GP - Sunday Photos
Sunday Press Conference
Belgian GP - Sunday Press Conference
Sunday Team Quotes
Belgian GP - Sunday Team Quotes
Greenpeace protests F1 sponsor Shell at Spa
Environmental activists Greenpeace on Sunday staged an audacious protest against race sponsors Shell at the Belgian grand prix.
Webber reveals Ricciardo is Red Bull successor
A mischievous Mark Webber on Sunday gave away the name of his successor at Red Bull.
Mercedes won't 'compromise' 2014 car focus
Mercedes says it will not "compromise" its preparations for 2014 by focusing too hard on this year's world championship race.
Race Notes - Vettel cruises to Belgium GP win
Belgian GP - Race Notes
Race Results
Belgian GP - Race Results
Lopez tips Raikkonen to agree to new Lotus deal
Team owner Gerard Lopez is hopeful Kimi Raikkonen will soon sign a new deal to stay at Lotus in 2014.
Ecclestone confirms Michelin eyeing F1 return
Bernie Ecclestone has confirmed reports from Spa-Francorchamps this week that Michelin wants to return to formula one.
Hamilton refusing to wear team cap in 2013
Lewis Hamilton has revealed he is refusing to wear Mercedes' team cap.
Suzuka denies Honda return to bring Japanese driver to F1
Suzuka race promoter Hiroshi Soda has played down suggestions Honda's return to F1 will see a Japanese driver on the grid again.
AUGUST 24, 2013
Saturday Photos
Belgian GP - Saturday Photos
Saturday Press Conference
Belgian GP - Saturday Press Conference
Lopez denies Lotus in financial strife
Team owner Gerard Lopez on Saturday played down reports of financial strife at Lotus.
Schumacher not entering race for Red Bull seat
Just in time to stop the 'silly season' from becoming the 'crazy season', Michael Schumacher has ruled out returning to formula one in 2014.