Magdalena Put

Mercedes driver looks on the paddock in Silverstone during F1 British GP 2025 previews
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Russell provides update on ongoing Mercedes contract talks ahead of F1 Dutch GP

George Russell is still without a confirmed contract for 2026 heading into the F1 Dutch GP weekend, but insists he’s not worried about securing an extension as talks continue with Mercedes. While speculation around Max Verstappen potentially joining Mercedes for 2026 has cooled in recent weeks as the Dutch driver has reaffirmed his commitment to…

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Franco Colapinto drives for Alpine F1 team at the Hungarian GP 2025
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Colapinto opens up about F1 struggles and a search for confidence at Alpine

Speaking at the F1 Hungarian GP, Franco Colapinto opened up about the challenges he’s faced with the A525 and the specific areas where he feels his confidence is lacking. The Argentine first made his mark in F1 as Williams’ “super sub” during the second half of the 2024 season, stepping in for Logan Sargeant and…

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Pierre Gasly of Alpine racing during F1 Hungarian GP 2025
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Gasly satisfied with his race day performance despite Alpine’s struggles at F1 Hungarian GP

Alpine endured a difficult outing at the F1 Hungarian GP, despite Pierre Gasly putting in what he described as a “very good” performance on race day. Gasly was satisfied with his overall performance on Sunday, despite finishing last, just ahead of rookie teammate Franco Colapinto.  Alpine’s race was already off to a difficult start after…

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McLaren driver Lando Norris on track for FP1 at the 2025 Hungarian GP
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F1 | FP1 | Hungarian GP | Norris sets the pace ahead of Piastri and Leclerc as Alonso sits out morning session

The Hungarian GP weekend kicks off with FP1 at 13:30 local time, with the newly renovated Hungaroring circuit hosting the final round of racing before the F1 summer break.  Conditions are warm and sunny so far, though there is a chance of rain for race day on Sunday.  Fernando Alonso will miss the first practice…

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Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur with drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton backstage during F1 2025 car launch event in London
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Leclerc and Hamilton welcome news of Vasseur’s Ferrari contract extension ahead of F1 Hungarian GP

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have both expressed their approval following the announcement that Fred Vasseur will continue as Ferrari team principal on a new multi-year contract, confirmed just ahead of the F1 Hungarian GP weekend. Vasseur’s initial contract was set to expire at the end of 2025. His leadership had faced growing scrutiny in…

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Racing Bulls drivers Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar in the garage with team principal Laurent Mekies during the F1 British GP 2025
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Lawson and Hadjar react to Horner’s dismissal and Red Bull F1 leadership shake-up

Liam Lawson and Isack Hadjar commented on Christian Horner’s recent axing and the resulting leadership overhaul at Red Bull and its sister team, Racing Bulls, ahead of the F1 Belgian GP. The domino effect stemming from Horner’s shock mid-season sacking has led to several key leadership changes at both teams. Frenchman Laurent Mekies has moved…

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Christian Horner on the Red Bull pit wall during the F1 Austrian GP 2025
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Horner reveals news of Red Bull F1 axing came as a shock in farewell speech to staff in Milton Keynes 

During a farewell address to team personnel at Red Bull’s F1 Milton Keynes headquarters, Christian Horner shared that the news of his dismissal from team operations “came as a shock” to him.  On Wednesday morning, the F1 community was rocked by the bombshell report that Horner was relieved of his duties as Red Bull team…

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F2 driver Arvid Lindblad makes his FP1 debut with Red Bull at the F1 British GP weekend
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Young drivers Lindblad and Aron reflect on their respective FP1 debuts at the F1 British GP

Young talents Arvid Lindblad and Paul Aron made appearances during Free Practice 1 at the F1 British GP, getting behind the wheel for Red Bull and Sauber respectively. Both drivers spoke positively about the experience. Lindblad delighted after “amazing” practice session Lindblad described his first official F1 session as “amazing” after stepping into Yuki Tsunoda’s…

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Max Verstappen pictured outside Red Bull hospitality ahead of F1 British GP weekend
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Verstappen tight-lipped on future plans amid Mercedes speculation ahead of the F1 British GP

Heading into the F1 British GP weekend, Max Verstappen continues to be the subject of speculation regarding a possible departure from Red Bull and a shock switch to Mercedes. The Dutchman’s future has become a major talking point in the lead-up to the British GP. Although Verstappen remains under contract with Red Bull through 2028,…

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Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff in the paddock ahead of the F1 Austrian GP
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Wolff addresses Russell’s F1 contract status amid Verstappen talks

As speculation continues to swirl around George Russell’s future with Mercedes and the team’s potential interest in signing Max Verstappen, Toto Wolff has shed some light on the current state of play ahead of the F1 Austrian GP. Mercedes have yet to announce their driver line-up for next year. While rising talent Kimi Antonelli is…

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