Formula One News — May 2024
MAY 24, 2024
Perez still Red Bull's first option for 2025
Sergio Perez is Red Bull's "first option" to serve as Max Verstappen's teammate in 2025.
F1 teams expect usual Concorde Agreement talks
The "usual discussions" surrounding negotiation of a new Concorde Agreement are currently taking place, Christian Horner has revealed.
Hulkenberg can barely imagine Monaco GP axe
Nico Hulkenberg says he doesn't want to "imagine" Formula 1 without Monaco.
No place for Mick Schumacher at RB
Red Bull is not interested in reviving Mick Schumacher's stalled Formula 1 race career, the marque's top F1 consultant Dr Helmut Marko insists.
MAY 23, 2024
Thursday Press Conference
Monaco GP - Thursday Press Conference
Three-team battle shaping up for Monaco GP victory
After a long period in Formula 1 of predictable Red Bull dominance, it is no longer so certain that Max Verstappen will simply win another race at Monaco.
Sainz has chosen Audi for 2025?
Audi-owned Sauber appears to be the best remaining option for departing Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz for 2025 and beyond.
Vettel appears to have abandoned F1 return chances
Sebastian Vettel appears to have accepted that he will not be returning to Formula 1.
F1 in talks to raise Monaco's annual race fee
Monaco, arguably the most unique and famous of all Formula 1 races, is the latest European event under pressure to remain on the annual calendar.
MAY 22, 2024
F1 silly season in full swing
The F1 driver market 'silly season' is still in full swing even in the few days between Imola and Monaco.
Verstappen's state-of-the-art F1 motorhome sim setup
Max Verstappen got up to speed within "two laps" of his state-of-the-art simulator being installed in his new motorhome, which he will take to all European grands prix.
F1 return to France is possible says Nice mayor
France's hopes of returning to the Formula 1 calendar appear to rest with Paul Ricard - the venue that last hosted the country's grand prix in 2022.
Binotto could replace Krack as Aston Martin boss
Former Ferrari boss Mattia Binotto could return to Formula 1 with Aston Martin.
Wolff not interested in reconciling with Red Bull CEO
Toto Wolff says he has no interest patching up a dispute with the CEO of Mercedes' direct Formula 1 rival Red Bull.
Manager says Newey has not signed Ferrari deal
Eddie Jordan has hit back at rumours suggesting his friend Adrian Newey may already have signed up to join Ferrari in 2025 following a short 'gardening leave' break from Formula 1.
Andretti hits throttle even harder in push for F1 entry
Andretti is accelerating its push for a place in the Formula 1 paddock.
Michael Schumacher awarded EUR 200,000
Michael Schumacher's family has secured 200,000 euros in compensation for a 'fake' interview with the F1 legend.
MAY 21, 2024
More troubles for Perez?
Sergio Perez may once again be in danger of losing his race seat at Red Bull
Aston Martin will not scrap Imola car upgrade
Mike Krack insists Aston Martin will not be hitting reverse gear on the Formula 1 team's latest major car upgrade.
Thailand could push Monza off F1 calendar
A potential new Formula 1 race in Thailand looks set to oust an existing European race host from the sport's annual calendar.
Vettel still not considering F1 comeback
Sebastian Vettel says he is still no closer to deciding to return to Formula 1.
MAY 20, 2024
Air getting thinner as Red Bull dominance fades
McLaren only needs "a little something" more and Max Verstappen will be legitimately beatable.
Aston Martin progress at risk of stalling
Fernando Alonso agrees with his mentor and advisor Flavio Briatore that Aston Martin is at risk of being left behind in the Formula 1 midfield.
Hulkenberg would love Sainz to sign for Audi
Audi-Sauber is continuing its charm offensive to attract Carlos Sainz to the team.
Wolff admits human factor hurting Mercedes
Toto Wolff is not worried that Mercedes' formerly dominant team structure appears to be in a state of collapse.