Formula One News — July 2025

JULY 18, 2025

Horner responsible for own Red Bull demise says Ralf

Christian Horner was responsible for his own demise at the top of Red Bull's Formula 1 operations.

Struggling Renault tipped to offload Alpine F1 team

Staff and fans of Renault's Formula 1 team Alpine may be feeling nervous ahead of the Belgian GP next weekend.

Indycar star scoffs at Cadillac F1 rumours

Indycar star Pato O'Ward has scoffed at speculation he is high on Cadillac's list for its new-in-2026 Formula 1 team.

JULY 17, 2025

Hamilton and Leclerc try out major Ferrari upgrade

Both Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc are getting a preview of a major rear suspension upgrade for their 2025 Ferrari this week.

African stability a factor in F1 race deal

"Stability" in a potential host country of an African GP is an important consideration, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem insists.

Red Bull cannot retain Honda power in 2026

Mohammed Ben Sulayem may be keeping hopes for a return to loud V8 power alive, but Formula 1's engine manufacturers are fully focused on 2026.

Red Bull will not block Verstappen exit?

Red Bull will not stand in the way in the event Max Verstappen wants to jump ship to Mercedes.

McLaren to approach FIA over speech issue

Andrea Stella says he will chat to the FIA about how to restore the Formula 1 drivers' freedom to speak.

Vettel declares F1 race career over

Sebastian Vettel has declared his Formula 1 career to be "over".

JULY 16, 2025

Verstappen-Wolff holiday a coincidence

F1 legend Gerhard Berger is not convinced that Max Verstappen really is seriously contemplating a move to Mercedes.

Ferrari preparing for last major upgrade of 2025

Amid speculation and scrutiny, Ferrari's preparations for the second half of the 2025 season are firmly underway.

Red Bull said no to Vettel replacing Marko

It is "unlikely" that Sebastian Vettel will be taking over from Dr Helmut Marko at Red Bull any time soon.

JULY 15, 2025

Cadillac tipped to sign driver before summer break

The driver 'silly season' for the 2026 Formula 1 season is revving into a high gear.

Prost admits Piastri is like him

Formula 1 legend Alain Prost admits he is impressed with the sport's current championship leader, Oscar Piastri.

Audi not an option for Horner?

A brief rumour that another option had emerged for the newly-sacked Christian Horner has been shot down.

Stroll should apologise for radio rant says Ralf

Lance Stroll is once again facing hefty criticism for his behaviour.

JULY 14, 2025

Big decisions looming for Red Bull's new F1 boss

Christian Horner was sacked last week, but all eyes remain on the former Red Bull boss and the "new chapter" at the Formula 1 team.

FIA boss insists relationship with Verstappen is good

The FIA's reigning president insists he has a "good" relationship with Max Verstappen.

Berger unsure Mekies has Horner's killer instinct

\Christian Horner's "idiot" behaviour contributed to his demise at Red Bull, his close friend and confidante Bernie Ecclestone admits.

Radical 2026 rules very stimulating says Newey

Adrian Newey says he is finding the challenge of designing a car for radical new Formula 1 regulations "incredibly motivating".

Good news for Colapinto amid Alpine uncertainty

Franco Colapinto may be able to breathe a sigh of relief, as it appears his seat is safe for the rest of the 2025 season.

Wolff-Verstappen meeting in Sardinia was fake news

Reports of face-to-face meetings between Toto Wolff and Max Verstappen off the coast of Sardinia were wide of the mark.

JULY 11, 2025

Verstappen heading to Mercedes for 2026?

With Christian Horner no longer a factor, all eyes are back on Max Verstappen's next move in Formula 1.

Horner already linked with four rival F1 teams

Just as Christian Horner's 20-year adventure at Red Bull ends, a new one could be just around the corner.

JULY 10, 2025

Up to Red Bull to explain Horner firing says Vermeulen

The entire Formula 1 world is wondering 'What's next?' after Wednesday's shock news.