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AUGUST 22, 2017

Raikkonen tips strong future for Leclerc

Kimi Raikkonen has tipped a strong future for Ferrari junior Charles Leclerc.

Mercedes approach gives Vettel advantage says Wolff

Toto Wolff says Mercedes might need a change of tack in order to beat Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel to the 2017 title.

Verstappen was stronger than I was' says Scheckter

1979 world champion Jody Scheckter says he sees similarities between himself and F1 sensation Max Verstappen.

Hembery wants regionalised F1 calendar

Former Pirelli F1 boss Paul Hembery thinks the sport's calendar should be "regionalised".

Boutsen tells Vandoorne to have patience

Former F1 driver Thierry Boutsen has backed Belgian countryman Stoffel Vandoorne to have a good career despite his very bad start with McLaren.

AUGUST 15, 2017

Wind tunnel problems hurt Red Bull says Horner

Christian Horner says problems at the factory caused Red Bull's early-season problems in 2017.

No trend in Ferrari vs Mercedes battle says Binotto

It is not possible to say that either Mercedes or Ferrari has the edge at the mid-season point in a close battle for 2017 spoils.

No intention of breaking contract says Sainz

Carlos Sainz says he is happy tensions with his Red Bull and Toro Rosso bosses have calmed after an intense recent period.

AUGUST 14, 2017

Bottas the perfect driver says Rosberg

Valtteri Bottas might be close to being "the perfect driver".

Drivers unhappy with extra Halo weight

While most focus on the aesthetics, it is another feature of the controversial 'Halo' system that might actually have a more significant impact on F1.

AUGUST 11, 2017

Rosberg physio backs Kubica comeback

Yet another respected figure in the F1 paddock has backed Robert Kubica's return to F1.

Massa recovers from Hungary illness

Felipe Massa looks to be on track for his return to action after the August break.

AUGUST 10, 2017

Rosberg tips Mercedes to beat Ferrari

Nico Rosberg is not sure Ferrari has the ability to stay ahead of Mercedes in 2017.

Honda wants to pass Renault in 2017

Honda is aiming to leave behind the dubious honour of being F1's least powerful engine supplier by the end of the season.

McLaren set for Indycar return in future

McLaren may not be heading back to Indycar this year, but the future is another matter entirely.

Leclerc would be useful for Sauber

Rumours the Swiss team Sauber could become a junior platform for Ferrari are gaining strength.

AUGUST 9, 2017

F1 at crossroads over future engine says Horner

The swarms of carmakers flocking to Formula E is a chance for F1 to think about going back to the future with its next engine.

Legal issues forced Halo introduction

Mercedes backed the FIA into a corner over the issue of cockpit protection in F1.

Domenicali enjoying F1's open 2017 season

Former Ferrari boss Stefano Domenicali has admitted he is crossing his fingers the Maranello marque can end its decade-long title drought this year.

Kubica had no problem with 2017 car says engineer

A Renault engineer has raised expectations Robert Kubica might indeed be heading back to F1.

Pundit defends Magnussen amid criticism

A leading F1 correspondent has backed Kevin Magnussen amid criticism of the Haas driver's racing style.

Kvyat can't take Toro Rosso seat for granted says Petrov

Daniil Kvyat cannot take his place in formula one for granted.

McLaren denies Alonso to skip Singapore

McLaren executive Zak Brown has slammed suggestions Fernando Alonso may miss another grand prix this year.

No rush to add more American races says Carey

Chase Carey says he will not rush to set up a second race in the United States.