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Several Las Vegas businesses that had filed lawsuits against Formula 1 over losses caused by the first two editions of the Grand Prix have now reached confidential settlements with the organisers.

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali insists Max Verstappen remains a genuine title contender - even as the Dutchman arrives in Las Vegas facing the possibility of mathematical elimination.

Carlos Sainz says Formula 1's recent spate of controversial penalties has reached a "critical" point - revealing that the GPDA will meet the FIA in Qatar next weekend to address the issue.

As the title fight reaches a decisive phase in Las Vegas, fresh excerpts from Zak Brown's upcoming book have reignited his long-running criticism of Max Verstappen's influence inside Red Bull.

Influential Italian media outlets are signalling that Charles Leclerc has unexpectedly become one of the key drivers in the 2027 market - alongside Max Verstappen and Adrian Newey.

Las Vegas GP - Wednesday Press Conference

Ralf Schumacher has renewed his criticism of Lance Stroll - while also suggesting Aston Martin will eventually need an entirely new driver lineup.

Kimi Antonelli says his relationship with George Russell has changed since arriving in Formula 1 - and insists he is not in the sport "to match him", but to beat him.

The billionaire who helped launch Valtteri Bottas' career has confirmed he is also financing Ella Hakkinen - reinforcing that the 14-year-old McLaren junior has serious backing behind her rise.

Formula 1's stakeholders have signed off a series of regulatory tweaks for 2026 - including a mandatory minimum livery coverage - while delaying a decision on the controversial proposal for compulsory two-stop races.

Comedian Jack Whitehall has lifted the lid on Formula 1's strict control over jokes and references at the sport's high-profile live launch event early this year.

Ralf Schumacher says Charles Leclerc should seriously consider alternatives as Ferrari's internal turmoil continues to escalate.

The FIA has formally confirmed that Mohammed Ben Sulayem will stand unopposed in next month's presidential election - cementing one of the most controversial governance sagas in years.

Bernie Ecclestone has dismissed the latest wave of wild speculation linking him - and ousted Red Bull boss Christian Horner - with a supposed Aston Martin buy-in.

Russian F1 commentator Alexey Popov has ridiculed suggestions that Kimi Antonelli has "broken" Lewis Hamilton's rookie-season points record, calling the comparison meaningless.

Audi has moved to clarify confusion about the show car revealed in Munich last week, after some observers assumed the striking machine represented at least a hint of the final 2026 challenger.

Cadillac has quietly made an appearance on a Formula 1 track - not with its own car, but with a black, de-badged 2023 Ferrari at Imola driven by Sergio Perez.

Only one of the 20 Formula 1 drivers took part in his latest environmental initiative in Brazil - with only Nico Hulkenberg opting out.

Audi has pulled the covers off a dramatic R26 concept car that previews the look of its 2026 Formula 1 entry, revealing the design at an event in Munich.

A Brazilian podcast has lifted the lid on one of the paddock's most unexpected and genuine friendships - Max Verstappen and Gabriel Bortoleto.

French police are investigating a mysterious break-in at Alpine's Viry-Chatillon facility amid growing suspicion the incident may have been an attempted act of industrial espionage.

Ralf Schumacher has taken aim at Mark Webber, accusing Oscar Piastri's manager of mishandling the growing pressure inside McLaren as the title fight tilts decisively toward Lando Norris.

Ralf Schumacher has ignited a storm around Ferrari by suggesting the team should consider replacing Lewis Hamilton with rising star Oliver Bearman.

Red Bull's Dr Helmut Marko has bluntly conceded that Max Verstappen now needs a major setback to befall Lando Norris if the championship fight is to continue.

Two separate apologies emerged in the aftermath of last weekend's Brazilian GP, as tensions linger both inside and outside the Formula 1 paddock.