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Max Verstappen heads into the F1 São Paulo GP determined to look on from a podium finish in Mexico. The four-time World Champion admitted that Red Bull struggled to find the right set-up at altitude, but said he’s confident of a stronger showing at Interlagos. Learning from Mexico Verstappen admitted that the Mexico race exposed…
McLaren driver Lando Norris leads the World Drivers’ Championship ahead of the F1 São Paulo GP in Brazil. The British driver led the 2025 F1 championship from Australia up until Saudi Arabia, surpassed by teammate Oscar Piastri. Norris reclaimed the lead following a dominant drive in Mexico, finishing over 30 seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc…
Following recent difficulties, Oscar Piastri heads into the F1 São Paulo GP sitting second in the Drivers’ Championship. Teammate Lando Norris leads with 357 points, just one point ahead of Piastri, who has 356. Behind, Max Verstappen is closing in with 321 points after having had a strong recent run. Championship mentality When asked if…
Gabriel Bortoleto is set to experience his first São Paulo GP as an F1 driver this weekend, following an impressive points finish in Mexico City. The young Brazilian secured tenth place at the Mexico City GP just two weeks ago, climbing from 16th on the grid to claim a championship point for Sauber. Now, he…
Charles Leclerc is managing expectations ahead of this weekend’s F1 São Paulo GP, insisting Ferrari shouldn’t get “carried away” despite recent momentum. Speaking at the drivers’ press conference on Thursday, Leclerc stated that Ferrari will be approaching this weekend with the same mindset that delivered strong results in Austin and Mexico. Leclerc focused on execution,…
With the recent changes since securing Adrian Newey, Aston Martin’s F1 aerodynamics chief, Eric Blandin, became part of the team’s overhaul before 2026. This decision looks to be linked to the new regulation changes for 2026. In this restructuring, Akio Haga, Aston Martin’s F1 car designer, was also dismissed from his chief position. Currently seventh…
During lap three of the F1 Mexico City GP, Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson had to take avoiding action when he came across two marshals on the track. While the FIA apologised to Lawson, the Mexican Motorsport Federation blamed the 23-year old for the incident. Liam Lawson surprised by OMDAI’s statement After an early collision…
Caio Collet will join AJ Foyt Racing for IndyCar’s 2026 season, becoming the series first Brazilian-born full-time racer since Helio Castroneves in 2022. The São Paulo native makes the jump to IndyCar following a successful Indy NXT season, that saw him take 3 wins – including a full sweep at Laguna Seca. Collet will join…
Ahead of Gabriel Bortoleto’s first F1 race at home in Brazil, Nico Hülkenberg has praised his Sauber teammate ahead of the São Paulo GP weekend. A very strong relationship between Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto Speaking in his print media session ahead of Sunday’s F1 São Paulo GP, Nico Hülkenberg was asked about his relationship…
Martinius Stenshorne joined the FIA Formula 2 grid in Baku, stepping up for his debut race with Trident Motorsport after a demanding year in Formula 3. With being announced as a driver for Rodin Motorsport for the 2026 Formula 2 season, the Norwegian is set for his first full season. Away from the circuit, he…
