Formula One News — July 2023

JULY 31, 2023

Verstappen could still win without a front wing

Dr Helmut Marko is starting to wonder if Red Bull can complete an astonishing and unprecedented clean sweep of victories in 2023.

2024 contract talks a rollercoaster says Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton is continuing to insist that his "plan" is to still be a Mercedes driver in 2023.

Szafnauer hopes to return to Alpine-like role soon

There is "fake news everywhere" in Formula 1 these days, according to departing Alpine team boss Otmar Szafnauer.

Artificial Renault engine boost could ruin F1 says Wolff

Allowing Renault to enjoy special rules to boost engine power could "ruin Formula 1".

Pirelli agrees full wet tyres now useless

Pirelli's F1 boss does not disagree with drivers who are calling the full wet tyres "useless".

F1 auditors even reading Whatsapps

F1's budget cap inspectors are even digging into Whatsapp text messages as up to three top teams risk being found guilty of spending breaches.

JULY 30, 2023

Race Notes - Verstappen wins again

Belgian GP - Race Notes

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

Rookie Piastri happy with Red Bull rumours

Despite rumours linking him with Red Bull, Oscar Piastri says he's content at McLaren for now.

Guanyu Zhou wants longer contract for 2024

Zhou Guanyu will be pushing for a longer contract when talks kick off with Alfa Romeo.

Szafnauer doubts Sunday will be last time in F1

Otmar Szafnauer thinks he will be back in the Formula 1 paddock eventually.

Marko reassures Perez over 2024 contract

As rumours continue to swirl about Sergio Perez's future at Red Bull, Dr Helmut Marko has moved to reassure the Mexican.

Leclerc plays down risk of Ferrari exit

Charles Leclerc has played down fears he might not stay with Ferrari beyond his 2024 contract.

JULY 29, 2023

Sprint Race Report - Verstappen wins

Belgian GP - Sprint Race Report

Saturday Team Quotes

Belgian GP - Saturday Team Quotes

Sprint Race Results

Belgian GP - Sprint Race Results

Penalised Verstappen still confident for Spa win

Max Verstappen and Red Bull are confident the Dutch driver can still easily win Sunday's Belgian GP.

Prost sad as more turmoil engulfs Alpine

French F1 legend Alain Prost is "sad" about the turmoil currently taking place at the Renault-owned Alpine team.

Spa boss says track not too dangerous for F1

Belgian GP promoter Vanessa Maes has hit back at the narrative that Spa-Francorchamps has become too dangerous for the Formula 1 calendar.

Verstappen backs postponed tyre blanket ban

Formula 1 has called off the planned banning of tyre-warming blankets for 2024.

Red Bull, Ferrari, agree deal over Mekies

Dr Helmut Marko admits Red Bull paved the way for Laurent Mekies to finally step down at Ferrari.