Formula One News — November 2016

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Vandoorne not worried about Button contract

Stoffel Vandoorne says he does not feel under pressure even though McLaren will have three contracted drivers on its books next year.

Schumacher on cusp of F3 step

Mick Schumacher has admitted he is poised to step up to one of the final steps before hitting formula one -- European F3.

Renault almost ready to name driver

Renault is almost ready to make its decision about the identity of Nico Hulkenberg's teammate for 2017.

Brawn to be new F1 supremo is nonsense says Ecclestone

Bernie Ecclestone has moved to put a lid on speculation he is about to lose his spot at the very top of F1.

Whiting has question to answer after Mexico says Prost

Charlie Whiting has a question to answer in the wake of last weekend's Mexican grand prix.

Frank Williams out of hospital

Sir Frank Williams is now out of hospital after a long illness.

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

Williams announce Bottas and Stroll for 2017

The Williams-Mercedes team today announced their 2017 Formula One line-up of Valtteri Bottas and Lance Stroll to drive for the British team.

Ecclestone can't be replaced by Brawn says Lauda

Ross Brawn has denied reports he is set to replace Bernie Ecclestone as F1 supremo.

Hakkinen impressed with Raikkonen's form

Mika Hakkinen says he has been impressed with the form of his countryman Kimi Raikkonen in 2016.

Capelli hopes new Monza GP uncertainty ends

Italian motor racing official Ivan Capelli hopes the latest delay over a contract for next year's grand prix at Monza ends soon.

Sauber will survive Audi's Le Mans withdrawal

Sauber will survive Audi's withdrawal from the world endurance championship including Le Mans.

Overtaking may be harder in 2017 says Perez

Sergio Perez is not so sure F1's new regulations will deliver on their full promise next year.

Rosberg should target win, title in Brazil says Berger

Two former grand prix winners are tipping Nico Rosberg to wrap up his first world championship next weekend in Brazil.

Silly season to end in Brazil says Steiner

A long driver 'silly season' is finally coming to an end, according to Haas boss Gunther Steiner.

NOVEMBER 2, 2016

Vettel off the hook after profuse apologies

Sebastian Vettel is off the hook after making a series of apologies to Charlie Whiting and the FIA.

Sepang chiefs to hold F1 talks in Abu Dhabi

The future of the Malaysian grand prix could take shape during a key meeting later this month.

Verstappen defended by former F1 driver Lammers

Former F1 driver Jan Lammers has leapt to the defence of Max Verstappen, following the latest bout of criticism aimed at the young Dutchman.

F1 figures say Vettel could quit

Experienced paddock dwellers are contemplating the notion that Sebastian Vettel might soon call time on his F1 career.

Force India admits Nasr on 2017 shortlist

Force India has hit back at suggestions the team has already decided the identity of Sergio Perez's teammate for 2017.

Official doubts Ecclestone to be ousted

A key F1 official has played down reports that Bernie Ecclestone looks set to be sidelined.

Renault denies hinting over Magnussen future

A Renault official has played down suggestions the carmaker has dropped a big hint about the identity of Nico Hulkenberg's 2017 teammate.

NOVEMBER 1, 2016

Ocon signs Force India deal?

Esteban Ocon has signed a deal to switch from Manor to Force India for 2017.

Verstappen will not spoil title battle

Max Verstappen's manager has denied the controversial young Dutchman will interfere with the outcome of the world championship.

Renault admits it wanted Sainz for 2017

Renault has admitted for the first time that it tried and failed to secure Carlos Sainz for 2017 and beyond.

Vettel excused himself to Whiting says Arrivabene

Sebastian Vettel apologised to Charlie Whiting after twice telling the high-ranking F1 official to "f--- off" during Sunday's Mexican GP.