Latest Formula One News

MARCH 4, 2022

Verstappen mega-contract not rocket science

Dr Helmut Marko is not commenting on speculation about Max Verstappen's new annual retainer other than to admit the Dutchman is "satisfied".

German legend doubles down on scathing F1 rebuke

A motor racing legend has doubled down on his scathing opinion about modern Formula 1.

Alonso sets up driver management agency

Fernando Alonso is branching into the world of race driver management.

MARCH 3, 2022

Verstappen signs long-term extension with Red Bull

orld Champion Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing have agreed a long-term five-year extension to his contract which will see him drive for the team through the 2028 season.

Russia questions F1 discrimination

Russia's automobile federation (RAF) has questioned whether banning Russian drivers from Formula 1 and other categories is "discriminatory".

Mercedes taking closer look at Red Bull sidepods

Mercedes is vowing to "take a closer look" at top Formula 1 rival Red Bull's "interesting" sidepod solution for the all-new 2022 regulations.

F1 all talk on female inclusion says Florsch

Sophia Florsch has accused premier motor racing including Formula 1 of being all talk and little action when it comes to promoting female talent.

Hamilton behaviour led to Masi axe says Marko

Lewis Hamilton's "behaviour" contributed to ousted F1 race director Michael Masi being "sacrificed".

MARCH 2, 2022

Ecclestone, Marko disagree over Putin

Bernie Ecclestone has risked condemnation by describing Russian president Vladimir Putin as "straightforward and honourable".

Red Bull slightly ahead of Ferrari says Marko

Dr Helmut Marko has hit back at claims that Red Bull's overweight 2022 car is already lagging behind apparent early frontrunner Ferrari.

Things missing at Alpine in 2022

Fernando Alonso has answered "I don't know" when asked if he is happy with his new car for 2022.

Marko backs Mazepin staying on F1 grid

Dr Helmut Marko has backed the decision to allow Nikita Mazepin to keep racing in Formula 1.

MARCH 1, 2022

Binotto denies Ferrari months ahead of 2022 rivals

Mattia Binotto has scoffed at seven time world champion Lewis Hamilton's claim that Ferrari is "several months ahead" with its all-new 2022 car.

Marko admits Red Bull's car has weight problem

Red Bull's car could be the heaviest on the entire grid at the beginning of 2022.

No guarantees for Mazepin's Haas seat

Nikita Mazepin's Formula 1 career is hanging in the balance ahead of an extraordinary meeting on Tuesday of the World Motor Sport Council.

Favourite emerges to replace Russia GP

One circuit has emerged as the favourite to replace Russia's 'suspended' round of the 2022 world championship in September.

Minister says Russia GP not cancelled

Local authorities have joined promoters of the Sochi race in insisting that September's Russian GP has not been officially cancelled.

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

Marko confirms Verstappen contract talks

Dr Helmut Marko has confirmed that "talks" are underway to keep Max Verstappen at Red Bull.

New rules hurting slipstream effect says drivers

The all-new regulations for 2022 may actually have made overtaking more difficult, according to three prominent Formula 1 drivers.

Andretti F1 team would be powered by Renault

Michael Andretti's new Formula 1 entry for 2024 would be powered by customer Renault engines.

Alpha Tauri not noticing Honda's F1 exit

Honda's official departure from Formula 1 is yet to be felt by Alpha Tauri, the second Red Bull-owned team's boss Franz Tost has admitted.

Alpine plays down early struggles in 2022

Alpine's sporting boss Alan Permane has played down suggestions the Renault-owned team could be buried deep in the midfield when the new era in Formula 1 kicks off in March.

Ferrari has most powerful engine says Wolff

They may have gone head-to-head for the title in 2021, but Red Bull and Mercedes do not appear to be heading the field as the all-new regulations take effect for 2022.

Haas, Mazepin in doubt over Ukraine crisis

The effects of Russia's military actions in Ukraine have well and truly infiltrated the Formula 1 paddock.