Formula One News — September 2024
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Lawson knew about replacing Ricciardo weeks ago
Liam Lawson admits he knew weeks before the rest of the world that Daniel Ricciardo would be ousted after the Singapore GP.
Time will tell about Bottas news, says Mick
Mick Schumacher is not yet admitting that his Formula 1 comeback plans for 2025 have failed.
Red Bull to offer Ricciardo non-driving F1 job
Red Bull's Formula 1 empire is offering Daniel Ricciardo a new job, Dr Helmut Marko has confirmed.
Schumacher was very likely at daughter's wedding
Michael Schumacher was "very possibly" present for the wedding of his daughter Gina-Maria in Mallorca at the weekend.
Mazepin has plans to return to Europe
Axed former Formula 1 driver Nikita Mazepin has "plans", now that the door to Europe has been re-opened to him.
Michael Andretti steps aside at racing empire
Michael Andretti has ceded control of his motor racing empire, Andretti Global.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
McLaren turns spotlight on F1 rivals rear wings
McLaren is turning its attention to technical elements of rival Formula 1 teams, in the wake of the 'mini DRS' controversy of Baku and Singapore.
Marko defends Red Bull over Ricciardo axe timing
Daniel Ricciardo's unceremonious ousting from Formula 1 is all about the future of Red Bull, team consultant Dr Helmut Marko insists.
Steiner wins a round in Haas F1 legal battle
Gunther Steiner has won a round in his battle with his former F1 employer Haas.
Renault edging towards final F1 engine axe decision
The midnight hour is approaching for Renault's days as a works engine manufacturer in Formula 1.
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Liam Lawson to drive for RB team, replacing Ricciardo
Liam Lawson has been confirmed to drive for the Visa Cash App Red Bull team for the rest of the 2024 FIA Formula One season. Lawson, who served as a Red Bull reserve driver since 2022, steps in to replace Daniel Ricciardo, starting with the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas.
Time a factor for elusive third title, Alonso admits
Fernando Alonso admits he may run out of time to secure his long-elusive third world championship.
Haas eyeing $100m windfall for 2024 F1 progress
Haas is making impressive steps forward in its new post-Gunther Steiner era.
No problem with Ricciardo's fastest lap says Wolff
Toto Wolff does not agree with his colleagues at McLaren that Red Bull pushed the limits of sporting ethics in Singapore.
Ferrari should have won Singapore GP says Alonso
Ferrari utterly failed to deliver in Singapore, according to former team driver Fernando Alonso.
Spokesman plays down fears about Madrid GP
A government spokesman in Madrid has played down new fears about the health of the new Formula 1 project.
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Disillusioned Verstappen really might quit F1
Max Verstappen really might follow through on his threat and quit Formula 1 prematurely, according to former grand prix winner Ralf Schumacher.
Aston Martin must improve before Newey arrives says Alonso
Aston Martin must up its game next year, the team's lead driver Fernando Alonso insists.
No point in F1 reserve role this time says Ricciardo
Daniel Ricciardo is not interested in keeping his Formula 1 career alive by reverting to reserve driver duties.
McLaren by far the best car in F1 now says Ralf
The brain drain at embattled reigning world champions Red Bull continues, with news that long-term strategy chief Will Courtenay to join direct rivals McLaren in 2026.
Logan Sargeant to test Indycar in November
Logan Sargeant could kick-start his stalled motor racing career in Indycar.
Schumacher likely to remain Mercedes F1 reserve
Mick Schumacher's 'plan B' appears to be remaining on the sidelines in Formula 1 as a reserve driver.
Madrid GP fails to secure private investors
The new-in-2026 Formula 1 race on the streets of Madrid has failed so far to attract private investors.
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Will Courtenay joins McLaren F1 as Sporting Director
McLaren Racing has announced the appointment of Will Courtenay as the new Sporting Director for its Formula 1 team.
Rivals criticise Colapinto's Singapore GP start
Two Formula 1 drivers pointed the finger at the sport's newest rookie for his actions at the start of Sunday's Singapore GP.