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MAY 12, 2026

Antonelli already number 1 at Mercedes says Ralf

George Russell is under mounting pressure after being comprehensively beaten by teenage teammate Kimi Antonelli so far in 2026.

Verstappen frenzy triggers Nurburgring ticket chaos

Max Verstappen is now attracting such enormous crowds away from Formula 1 that organisers of this weekend's Nurburgring 24 Hours are warning fans not to travel without tickets.

MAY 11, 2026

Hadjar welcomes FIA retreat from 2026 engine rules

Isack Hadjar says Formula 1 is finally "going in the right direction" after the FIA and manufacturers agreed in principle to further soften the controversial 2026 engine regulations.

Verstappen still heart of the project at Red Bull

Max Verstappen remains fully committed to Red Bull despite intensifying speculation about his future, according to team boss Laurent Mekies.

Ecclestone already writes Russell out of title fight

Bernie Ecclestone believes the 2026 world championship is already slipping away from George Russell.

Ricciardo hints racing return possible one day

Daniel Ricciardo admits he could still return to racing one day - but only if it is "for the pure joy of driving".

FIA expands engine catch-up rules amid Honda crisis

The FIA has widened Formula 1's controversial Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) system - a move likely to benefit struggling manufacturers led by Honda and potentially Ferrari.

MAY 8, 2026

Fresh rules talks on Friday amid ongoing 2026 concerns

Formula 1's controversial 2026 regulations are heading back into discussion on Friday, with the FIA, teams and FOM set to review whether the Miami tweaks actually improved the racing.

Verstappen embracing GT3 amid fresh future rumours

Max Verstappen says he wants to race "as much as possible" outside Formula 1 as the four-time world champion prepares for his first Nurburgring 24 Hours next weekend.

Cadillac staying patient amid difficult first F1 season

Cadillac is still waiting for its first points in Formula 1, but the new American team insists it remains firmly on the right path.

Juncadella accuses FIA of double standard over Hamilton

Dani Juncadella thinks Lewis Hamilton should have been punished for showing Franco Colapinto the middle finger during the Miami GP.

MAY 7, 2026

Switzerland lifts 71-year ban on circuit racing

Switzerland has officially lifted its 71-year ban on circuit racing, ending one of the most unusual restrictions in world motorsport.

Schumacher says Hamilton should step aside for Bearman

Ralf Schumacher says it may be time for Lewis Hamilton to step away from Formula 1 and allow Ferrari junior Oliver Bearman to take his place.

FIA admits Turkey could replace cancelled Gulf races

Mohammed Ben Sulayem has admitted Turkey could return to the Formula 1 calendar earlier than planned if the Middle East conflict continues disrupting the 2026 season.

Illness sidelines Newey amid Aston-Honda crisis

Adrian Newey was reportedly hospitalised with illness during Aston Martin's troubled start to the 2026 season and has recently been working from home.

Sky strikes huge new F1 deal amid Apple TV fears

Formula 1 has handed Sky a huge long-term renewal deal despite growing fears in Europe about Apple's ambitions to dominate future broadcasting rights.

MAY 6, 2026

Rosberg predicts Antonelli-Russell clash as pressure grows

Nico Rosberg believes a future clash between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell is now inevitable as the teenage sensation continues piling pressure on his more experienced Mercedes teammate.

President to attend F1 race as South Africa push intensifies

South Africa's renewed push to return Formula 1 to Africa is intensifying, with President Cyril Ramaphosa now set to personally attend a grand prix later this year as lobbying efforts ramp up.

Mercedes seeks McLaren clues as Ferrari waits on engine ruling

Mercedes is reportedly seeking answers from customer team McLaren following the Woking outfit's dramatic pace breakthrough in Miami.

Briatore demands more after Colapinto breakthrough

Flavio Briatore says Franco Colapinto has now reached the level Alpine expects "every race weekend" after the Argentine delivered arguably his strongest Formula 1 performance yet in Miami.

Binotto backs 2026 rules as V8 pressure builds for future

Mattia Binotto has pushed back against mounting criticism of Formula 1's controversial 2026 regulations, even as pressure builds for a future return to V8 engines.

McNish thrown into Audi chaos on brutal Miami debut

Allan McNish endured a nightmare first weekend in his new senior role in Formula 1 as Audi's 2026 reliability crisis deepened in Miami.

Krack hints at Canada upgrades despite Alonso's outlook

Aston Martin is sending mixed messages about its recovery plan after Miami.

Saudi insists cancelled GP can still return in this season

Saudi Arabia is refusing to give up on hosting a Formula 1 race this year despite the cancellation of the original Jeddah event amid the Iran conflict.