Formula One News — August 2015

AUGUST 26, 2015

Promoter says Ecclestone milk stunt ended protest threat

The promoter of the Belgian grand prix has admitted local dairy farmers posed a real threat to the smooth running of last weekend's race.

No panic as Lotus looks into uncertain future says Grosjean

Even amid high speculation about the team's future, Lotus is continuing to plan ahead.

Ferrari blocked Porsche seat for Vergne

Jean-Eric Vergne was offered a seat alongside Le Mans winner Nico Hulkenberg at Porsche for 2015, it has emerged.

AUGUST 25, 2015

Former F1 driver Wilson dies

Former Minardi and Jaguar driver Justin Wilson has died, one day after a horror incident during an Indycar race.

Pirelli, Ferrari move to end Vettel-fuelled war

Pirelli and Ferrari, both Italian companies, will get together prior to the forthcoming Italian grand prix.

Experts say Pirelli controversy is boost to Michelin

Michelin's bid to oust Pirelli as F1's official tyre supplier may have got a boost from the fallout of the Belgian grand prix.

Vergne admits F1 return possible

Jean-Eric Vergne has added fuel to speculation he is a major contender to return to F1 next year with Haas.

Lotus stuck at Spa as Renault decision still looms

For embattled Lotus, time may be running out just as Renault enters a further period of delay in its decision about the future.

Honda has Ferrari-like plan to improve says Boullier

Honda "has a plan" to dramatically improve a crucial element of its current power unit, according to McLaren team boss Eric Boullier.

Popular Raikkonen not low cost driver

Ferrari did not decide to retain Kimi Raikkonen for 2016 because he is cheap and popular, boss Maurizio Arrivabene insists.

Blanchimont bravery was typical Max says father

As his teenage son inspired gasps and cheers at fabled Spa-Francorchamps, Jos Verstappen was not surprised by what he saw.

AUGUST 24, 2015

Vettel's attack on Pirelli not right says Lauda

Niki Lauda has leapt to Pirelli's defence, after Sebastian Vettel launched a stinging attack on the F1 tyre supplier following the Belgian grand prix.

Nasr hits out at unacceptable Sauber problem

Felipe Nasr has criticised his team for yet another braking problem in 2015.

No reason for 2016 driver change according to Horner

Red Bull looks set to prepare for the 2016 season with an unchanged pair of drivers.

Alonso happy to beat Button at Spa

The Belgian grand prix was not all bad, according to Fernando Alonso.

Race Report - Blowout II

Belgian GP - Race Report

Sochi promoter admits night race possible

Russian grand prix promoter Sergei Vorobyov has admitted Sochi could switch to a night race format in the future.

Force India enters frame for Renault deal

Force India has joined in the running to become Renault's works team, it emerged after the Belgian grand prix on Sunday.

Ex-F1 driver Wilson in coma after crash

Former F1 driver Justin Wilson is in a coma following an incident during an Indycar race on Sunday.

AUGUST 23, 2015

Trouble brewing after Belgian grand prix

Sebastian Vettel ended Sunday's Belgian grand prix with a foul mood -- and a mandatory visit to the stewards.

Sunday Photos

Belgian GP - Sunday Photos

Sunday Press Conference

Belgian GP - Sunday Press Conference

Sunday Team Quotes

Belgian GP - Sunday Team Quotes

Race Results

Belgian GP - Race Results