Lewis Hamilton

Russell: “I would welcome Max” if Verstappen was to join Mercedes F1

Ryan McGahey5 hours ago4 hours ago05 mins

Mercedes’ George Russell pays homage to the outgoing Lewis Hamilton as he discusses the possibility of partnering a dominant Max Verstappen at Mercedes in the future. With the announcement earlier this year that Lewis Hamilton would leave Mercedes at the end of 2024 following a twelve year stint at the team, rumours of who could…

“The situation is more encouraging now” — Wolff optimistic about W15 F1 improvements following a “painful learning curve”

Jonah Presser4 days ago4 days ago05 mins

Mercedes’ difficulties in the ground effect era continue. McLaren’s win at the Miami Grand Prix on Sunday has properly confirmed the Brackley-based squad is now the fourth force in F1. They brought a floor upgrade to Miami to start addressing their issues and bring more downforce to the car. In the end, Lewis Hamilton and…

Wolff says Mercedes is in “observation mode” regarding 2025 F1 driver market: “We want to take our time”

Nicolas Lopes5 days ago5 days ago05 mins

Mercedes F1 team principal and CEO Toto Wolff has made no secret of his wish to get reigning three-time world champion and current Red Bull driver Max Verstappen to join his squad in place of the departing seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton, taking advantage of the unrest at Red Bull following the allegations of controlling behaviour…

“A really great feeling” to keep the leaders in sight — Hamilton on his strong drive to P6 in F1 Miami GP

Anu Mitha5 days ago04 mins

After receiving a 20-second penalty for speeding in the pit lane, Hamilton dropped from P8 to P16 in the Sprint Race at the Miami Grand Prix. He qualified P8 right behind his teammate, George Russell in P7 for the Grand Prix, but he managed to clear him at the start. Hamilton crossed the line sixth…

“Lando has been deserving a win for many years now, he’s driving at an excellent level” — Rivals pay tribute to Norris after historic F1 Miami GP victory

David Coath5 days ago5 days ago015 mins

Lando Norris became the 114th different winner of an F1 Grand Prix after his Miami GP win this past Sunday. In his 110th race in the pinnacle of motorsport, McLaren’s popular driver was able to fully maximise a Safety Car period before powering on to victory with his impressive pace. Norris, McLaren and all the…

“I do feel that nationality matters” — Alonso frustrated with inconsistency of stewards after Hamilton not penalised at the start of F1 Miami GP Sprint

Syrine Ferchichi1 week ago1 week ago05 mins

Fernando Alonso and Aston Martin have faced multiple penalties this season, and the Spaniard was deeply unhappy after the Sprint and Grand Prix qualifying in Miami. The two-time World Champion has picked up two penalties in recent races, starting with an incident in Australia where Alonso was penalised for allegedly driving in an erratic matter,…

Magnussen: Stewards need “the power to tell you to give it back or swap positions” to stop F1 drivers playing games after getting a penalty

James O'Connor1 week ago1 week ago08 mins

Kevin Magnussen is a name on the tongues of many in the F1 world this weekend as his defensive tactics caused quite a stir following the F1 Sprint at the Miami Grand Prix. The 2014 Australian Grand Prix podium finisher picked up 4 penalties in the 19-lap showdown as he had a massive fight with…

“In all my career, I don’t remember having such a small window” — Hamilton says 2024 Pirelli F1 tyres hampering the drivers

Syrine Ferchichi1 week ago1 week ago06 mins

Lewis Hamilton’s Miami Grand Prix weekend has been up and down so far, much like the W15 from session to session this season. After exiting the Sprint qualifying session in the second part, the Sprint then saw him drop from P8 to P16 following a 20-second penalty for speeding in the pit lane. It also…

“Maybe you need to spend a weekend at home with your family” — Stella calls for race bans following Magnussen’s antics during F1 Sprint

Rachel Stephens1 week ago05 mins

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has strongly criticised the manoeuvres from Kevin Magnussen during the Miami GP Sprint. Stella minced no words in condemning Magnussen’s defensive driving tactics throughout the 19-lap race. Lewis Hamilton was struggling on the straights, finding it difficult to overtake the Haas throughout. Eventually, the drivers brushed tyres during their battle,…

F1 genius Adrian Newey says he has “no plans” for next challenge as he looks to “just enjoy life” with his family

Öykü Ceylan1 week ago04 mins

Adrian Newey, the renowned Formula 1 car designer responsible for Red Bull Racing’s championship-winning cars, is stepping away from the sport. Newey said he has “no plan” to join a rival team after he leaves Red Bull in early 2025. He noted that Formula 1 had become “all-consuming” and that he needed some time to…