Formula One News — September 2025

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025

No formal announcement needed for 2026 says Wolff

Toto Wolff has moved to finally end speculation about Mercedes' 2026 lineup, insisting both George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will remain in silver.

Domenicali signals more sprints - and reverse grids

Stefano Domenicali has dropped the clearest hint yet that Formula 1 will expand its sprint race format - and even experiment with reverse grids.

Thai GP plans hit fresh political turbulence

Thailand's high-speed push to join Formula 1's calendar is facing new political turbulence.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2025

Hadjar can't say no to Red Bull seat says Panis

Olivier Panis says Isack Hadjar's stunning Zandvoort podium proves the 20-year-old rookie has the character to succeed alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull.

Verstappen hints at Ferrari or F1 exit for 2027

Questions are still swirling about Max Verstappen's future - with Ferrari suddenly named as a potential option for 2027.

Aston Martin denies Alonso strategy bias

Aston Martin has denied that Fernando Alonso is being hurt by consistently poor or biased strategy calls.

Does Hamilton still believe in Ferrari dream?

Lewis Hamilton's tough start to life at Ferrari took another hit with a costly crash at Zandvoort.

Lawson tells Sainz not to talk through press

Liam Lawson has defended himself after his clash with Carlos Sainz at Zandvoort - while also admitting the Spaniard's penalty may have been too harsh.

Domenicali defends Dutch GP axe after 2026

Stefano Domenicali has defended Formula 1's decision to drop popular Zandvoort from the calendar after 2026.

A lot of people want me in F1 says Palou

Indycar's dominant force Alex Palou has once again moved to quieten speculation linking him with a Formula 1 seat.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2025

Wolff admits paddock feels weird without Horner

Toto Wolff says Formula 1 feels a little emptier without his long-time rival Christian Horner.

Hadjar closes on Red Bull seat as Marko hails little Prost

All signs are pointing to Isack Hadjar joining Max Verstappen at Red Bull in 2026.

Dutch King hints at possible F1 return after 2026

Dutch king Willem-Alexander says Formula 1 could yet return to Zandvoort in the future, even as the race faces the definite axe after 2026.

Mercedes launches hunt for next German F1 star

Mercedes has teamed up with Germany's biggest motoring organisation ADAC to fully bankroll the rise of the country's next Formula 1 hopeful.

Wolff right to keep protecting Antonelli

Toto Wolff has given his clearest indication yet that Mercedes will definitely continue with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli into Formula 1's new rules era.

Furious Sainz slams Lawson and FIA after Dutch GP

Carlos Sainz's season of frustration boiled over at Zandvoort, as the Williams driver lashed out at rival Liam Lawson and the FIA stewards.

Defeat could be mentally helpful for Norris

Lando Norris left Zandvoort disconsolate after an oil leak robbed him of second place - and potentially turned the title fight on its head.

No numbers game yet as Webber breaks silence

Oscar Piastri's commanding Dutch GP has given him breathing space in the title fight - with a 34-point cushion over McLaren teammate Lando Norris and just nine races to go.