Zandvoort

The 2026 Dutch Grand Prix will be Max Verstappen’s final home sprint as Red Bull fights to extract extra pace after a season of gradual improvements. Weekend Overview Following Lando Norris’ first‑ever win at Hungary and Kimi Antonelli’s championship lead, the Zandvoort paddock is poised for a high‑pressure sprint event. Mercedes, Ferrari and McLaren are […]

Mercedes driver George Russell confirmed his engagement to longtime partner Carmen Montero Mundt during the mid‑season break, sharing images from a candlelit beachfront dinner that set the tone for the personal announcement. A Surprise Surfaceed at the Dutch Grand Prix While dressed in his car’s official gear, Russell stepped onto the podium before the race […]

Cadillac F1 team announced Marcin Budkowski as chief in a mid‑season shake‑up designed to slash build‑quality failings and pump momentum into its new programme. Leadership Overhaul Founded by Graeme Lowdon, Cadillac F1 seized a one‑year window to assemble a 400‑strong outfit across Silverstone and a North Carolina HQ, thanks to TWG Motorsports and CEO Dan Towriss. Yet drivers Valtteri Bottas […]

Mark Walter, the billionaire steering GM’s Formula 1 venture, faces mounting speculation that he will divest the Cadillac F1 team as U.S. investigators scrutinise his financial empire. Investigation Sweeping Walter’s Wealth The U.S. Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission have opened a probe into alleged fraud involving self‑loans from Walter’s insurance holdings—Delaware Life, Clear Spring, […]

Yuki Tsunoda was rattled by an unexpected call from Red Bull Racing that could reintroduce him to the Formula One grid for the Saturday race at Zandvoort. The Japanese reserve driver had spent the summer in Greece, balancing beach time with routine training sessions. While he was relaxing on a seaside boardwalk, his manager shouted […]

Mercedes has secured both George Russell and Kimi Antonelli for 2027, cementing a route toward the championship while keeping a key title contender in the fold. Mercedes Lines Up for 2027 After the 2026 season, the German powerhouse confirmed that neither Russell nor Antonelli will depart. Antonelli’s unexpected rise to the front of the paddock—his second season […]

Aston Martin will unveil a Honda power unit upgrade at the Dutch Grand Prix, hinting at a decided performance boost. Honda signals confidence through recent statements Will Buxton, the former Formula 1 television presenter, spoke on the Up To Speed podcast and confirmed that Honda’s own remarks exhibited a firm assurance that the upgrade delivers a […]

Kimi Antonelli has moved to the top of the Formula One Drivers’ Championship, holding a 50‑point lead over Lewis Hamilton. Antonelli’s Surge in the Lead Antonelli, the young Ferrari driver, now sits first in the standings after a string of strong finishes during the first half of his second season. The 19‑year‑old has surpassed his rivals without […]

Verstappen has cemented his place at Red Bull Racing with a two‑year contract extension that will keep him in the team until the end of 2030. Photo by: Manuel Eletto / Getty Images Contract Details and Timing The 2024 announcement, made just before the Dutch Grand Prix, extended Verstappen’s stay with Red Bull for two […]

Former F1 driver Jolyon Palmer declared Ferrari’s handling of Lewis Hamilton’s recent race penalties “pretty sloppy”, timing the critique after Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli built a 50‑point cushion early in the championship. Sleuthing Ferrari’s Missed Opportunities Palmer, caught on the F1 Nation podcast with host Tom Clarkson and IndyCar veteran James Hinchcliffe, said Ferrari should exploit every moment that wrench its rival. […]