Formula One News — September 2021
SEPTEMBER 15, 2021
Marko slams Hamilton crash and injury stories
Dr Helmut Marko has poured fuel on the fire by suggesting Mercedes is to blame for revving up the controversy surrounding the Max Verstappen-Lewis Hamilton crash.
Marko admits he was wrong about Halo
Dr Helmut Marko admits he was wrong about Formula 1's cockpit protection innovation 'Halo'.
Aston Martin's intention to keep Vettel for 2022 says Stroll
Team owner Lawrence Stroll says it is Aston Martin's "firm intention" to stick with Sebastian Vettel in 2022.
Hamilton willing to have a beer with Verstappen
Lewis Hamilton has flagged the possibility of sharing "a beer" with his 2021 championship rival Max Verstappen.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2021
Title war not dirty like Senna-Prost says Villeneuve
1997 world champion Jacques Villeneuve has moved to play down the high controversy surrounding 2021 title rivals Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.
Verstappen may double-up penalty at Sochi says Marko
Red Bull is ready to move on and "make the best of it" at Sochi next weekend, as the controversy surrounding the Verstappen-Hamilton crash at Monza races on.
Raikkonen set for Sochi return
Kimi Raikkonen says he is on track to return to his Formula 1 cockpit at Sochi next weekend.
SEPTEMBER 13, 2021
Claims of Senna-like foul nonsense says Marko
Dr Helmut Marko says claims Max Verstappen deliberately took out championship rival Lewis Hamilton at Monza are "nonsense".
Race Analysis - Super 8
Italian GP - Race Analysis
No plan B for Aston Martin amid Vettel rumours
Otmar Szafnauer has slammed reports that all is not well with the relationship between Aston Martin and quadruple world champion Sebastian Vettel.
Leclerc eyes further two-year Ferrari extension
Charles Leclerc wants to extend his already long-term Ferrari deal for a further two years.
Saudi Arabian group eyes F1 takeover?
A group from Saudi Arabia is reportedly poised to buy Formula 1's commercial rights from Liberty Media.
Wolff wants Volkswagen to enter F1 in 2026
Mercedes wants to "compromise" on the 2026 engine rule changes to enable Volkswagen to enter Formula 1.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2021
Sunday Photos
Italian GP - Sunday Photos
Verstappen receives 3-place grid penalty in Russia
Following the Race Director and Stewards meeting with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen following the Italian Grand Prix it was announced that Verstappen will receive a 3-place grid place drop after qualifying in the next event in Russia.
Race Notes - Ricciardo wins Italian GP in McLaren 1-2
Italian GP - Race Notes
Sunday Press Conference
Italian GP - Sunday Press Conference
Sunday Team Quotes
Italian GP - Sunday Team Quotes
Race Results
Italian GP - Race Results
Red Bull improving car every week says Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton is predicting an "easy win" for his championship rival Max Verstappen on Sunday.
Aston Martin interested in Ricciardo?
A wild rumour about Daniel Ricciardo and Sebastian Vettel's respective futures is doing the rounds in the Monza paddock.
Albon to have no Red Bull link in 2022
Toto Wolff has insisted on "clear confidentiality clauses" being added to Alex Albon's Williams contract for 2022.
Sauber turns down Andretti buyout bid
Michael Andretti has failed in a reported bid to buy the Alfa Romeo-branded Formula 1 team Sauber.
Monza sprint race like a carnival parade
Sergio Perez has slammed Formula 1's new sprint race format as "very boring".
Hard to compete with superstar Schumacher says Mazepin
Nikita Mazepin says he is finally hitting a higher gear in Formula 1 thanks to a new Haas chassis.