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Verstappen storms to 2026 NLS2 pole at the Nürburgring with a dominant lap, mastering interruptions and outpacing rivals by nearly two seconds.

2026 NLS: Verstappen storms to pole position with defining NLS2 Qualifying lap

Karishma Persad8 months ago3 months ago04 mins

Max Verstappen delivered a sensational performance on his return to the Nürburgring Nordschleife, widely known as the “Green Hell”. The Dutchman immediately stamped his authority on 2026 NLS2 Qualifying, securing pole position in emphatic fashion despite challenging and constantly changing conditions. Driving the #3 Winward Racing Mercedes-AMG GT3 alongside Daniel Juncadella and Jules Gounon, Verstappen…

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Sergio Pérez driving for Cadillac F1 team at the Chinese GP

Pérez reflects on 2026 F1 Chinese GP incident with teammate Bottas

Suhaswin Gamage8 months ago8 months ago03 mins

In Shanghai last Sunday, Sergio Pérez collided with Valtteri Bottas on the opening lap at the 2026 F1 Chinese GP. As a result, the incident compromised both of their races. In the end he crossed the line in P15. Afterwards, the Mexican admitted it was a mistake and took full responsibility, adding that he could…

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Aston Martin dismisses speculation over Adrian Newey role, reaffirming leadership structure and long-term technical strategy

Aston Martin F1 Team clarifies leadership approach amid Adrian Newey role speculation

Karishma Persad8 months ago8 months ago03 mins

The Aston Martin Aramco F1 Team has moved swiftly to shut down mounting speculation surrounding the role of Adrian Newey, after reports suggested an imminent leadership reshuffle, particularly that of team principal, at the Silverstone-based squad. At the centre of the rumours, claims emerged that Newey—widely regarded as Formula 1’s most successful designer—would step back…

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Wheatley departs Audi F1 Team, Binotto to take Team Principal role

James O'Connor8 months ago8 months ago02 mins

Audi F1 Team have confirmed that Jonathan Wheatley has left his role as their team principal, with Mattia Binotto taking over. It remains to be seen whether the Italian will take this position on a full-time basis or a replacement for the former Red Bull man can be found. On Thursday, Autosport/Motorsport reported Jonathan Wheatley…

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Mercedes have confirmed that Bradley Lord will become the team's F1 Deputy Team Principal, working closely with their boss Toto Wolff.

Mercedes F1 appoint Bradley Lord as Deputy Team Principal

James O'Connor8 months ago8 months ago02 mins

Mercedes have confirmed that Bradley Lord will become the team’s F1 Deputy Team Principal, working closely with their boss Toto Wolff. It is a role he starts immediately. The Brit has been involved in Formula 1 for 25 years. He started at Renault as a press officer in the early 2000s, becoming a senior press…

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Valtteri Bottas, from Cadillac, during the F1 2026 Chinese GP

“Very proud”: Bottas on both Cadillac’s crossing the finish line at 2026 F1 Chinese GP

Chiara Perin8 months ago8 months ago03 mins

Valtteri Bottas managed to finish P13 at the F1 2026 Chinese GP, beating his teammate, Sergio “Checo” Pérez by two positions. In just the second ever Grand Prix of the Cadillac team in F1, Bottas was happy to see some improvements in their results. After a DNF in Australia, P13 in the Shanghai International Circuit…

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After a brief vacancy, the FIA has now appointed Paul Burns as the new F1 deputy race director ahead of the Japanese round.

FIA appoints Paul Burns as new F1 deputy race director

Savannah Lenz8 months ago8 months ago02 mins

The FIA has appointed Northern Ireland’s Paul Burns as their new F1 deputy race director. The role of F1 deputy race director has been vacant since Claire Dubbelman left at the beginning of 2026. The Dutchwomen left the FIA to join the Saudi Automotive and Motorcycle Federation. She had starting to work in race control…

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Williams have had a disappointing start to the 2026 F1 season, and Alex Albon spoke after the Chinese GP reflecting on the issues.

Albon discusses tough start to 2026 F1 season following DNS at Chinese GP

Imogen Hayhurst8 months ago8 months ago05 mins

Williams have had a disappointing start to the 2026 F1 season, and Alex Albon spoke after the Chinese GP reflecting on the issues that the team have had. The Thai driver was unable to start the Chinese GP after suffering from a hydraulics issue that became visible on the install laps. The driver of car…

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Gabriel Bortoleto endured a difficult 2026 F1 Chinese GP weekend, finishing outside the top ten in every session before technical issues prevented him from starting Sunday’s race.

Bortoleto analyses tricky 2026 F1 Chinese GP weekend after a DNS

Antonina Jaromin8 months ago8 months ago04 mins

Gabriel Bortoleto endured a difficult 2026 F1 Chinese GP weekend, finishing outside the top ten in every session before technical issues prevented him from starting Sunday’s race. The Audi driver encountered the issue on his way to the grid from the pit lane, forcing him to return to the garage. However, the team was quick…

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Audi F1 driver Nico Hülkenberg reflected on his tricky race start and his key takeaways from the 2026 Chinese GP weekend after finishing 11th on Sunday

Hülkenberg discusses key takeaways from 2026 F1 Chinese GP weekend after P11 finish

Senjuti Jash8 months ago8 months ago04 mins

Audi driver Nico Hülkenberg opened up about his tricky start and his primary takeaways from the 2026 F1 Chinese GP weekend following his eleventh-place finish in Sunday’s race. After encountering a DNF in the Sprint race, Hülkenberg missed out on a spot in the final segment of qualifying by the tiniest of margins, 0.002s. While…

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