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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has talked about the entry of Cadillac in F1 and the financial implications it will have.

Wolff on Cadillac F1 entry: “Only time will tell if the sport’s overall value increases”

Lena Ferle4 days ago06 mins

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has been candid about the challenges and benefits of Formula 1’s budget cap while weighing the potential impact of Cadillac’s proposed entry into the sport. His insights reveal the delicate balancing act teams must navigate under financial constraints and the implications of welcoming a new manufacturer to the grid. The…

2025 F1 rookie feature: Kimi Antonelli

James O'Connor2 weeks ago2 weeks ago07 mins

Italian Andrea Kimi Antonelli will make his Formula 1 debut at the Australian GP in March. There is a lot of hype and expectation around the 18-year-old after a very strong junior career. After plenty of success in karting, Mercedes junior Antonelli was already on many people’s radar when he made the jump to F4….

Lewis Hamilton, 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Friday - Sebastian Kawka

Mika Häkkinen: Lewis Hamilton “has to speak” up to Ferrari F1 if qualifying struggles continue

Rohit Bhaskar2 weeks ago2 weeks ago08 mins

One of the most sensational headlines from last year was Lewis Hamilton signing with Ferrari F1 for the 2025 season, and Mika Häkkinen has weighed in on the situation. The seven-time world champion will don the red of Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc, fulfilling a childhood dream of racing for the Italian team. Yet, his move…

Adidas to become Official Team Partner for Mercedes F1

Lucrezia Costa2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

Two iconic and historical brands are joining their forces, hoping to succeed together. Sportswear and activewear brand Adidas has officially become a Mercedes F1 partner, marking the beginning of the apparel seller’s collaboration with the top single seaters championship. Innovation that excites In particular, the duo will combine their years and years of sports experience…

Verstappen: Hamilton “will be very motivated” after Ferrari F1 move

Shermaine Wong2 weeks ago06 mins

One of the biggest changes coming into the 2025 season is 7-time world champion Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari. The 39-year-old had activated a release clause in his Mercedes contract last winter, allowing him to leave the Brackley-based team after 12 years. Hamilton’s last run with Mercedes The Briton’s last race with Mercedes ended on…

Bottas says “I’ve still got things to give” as he looks for F1 return in 2026

Rohan Brown3 weeks ago3 weeks ago08 mins

Qualifying P9 but not finishing the race, this year’s finale at the F1 Abu Dhabi GP was a write-off for Valtteri Bottas in a season of woe as he scored no points. Sauber’s car was off the pace, although they made clear gains at the last three rounds. By then, it was too late for…

Wolff views McLaren F1 title win as a Mercedes success

Rohit Bhaskar4 weeks ago4 weeks ago07 mins

McLaren beat Ferrari at the Abu Dhabi GP by 15 points to claim their first Constructors’ Championship since 1998. The team have been powered by Mercedes since 2021 and their title campaign has shattered the long-held notion that customer teams could never outshine their works counterparts. Toto Wolff, the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team principal, however,…

Formula One Exhibition London: The Pit Debrief Verdict

David Coath1 month ago1 month ago013 mins

The Formula One Exhibition debuted at the IFEMA Madrid venue in March of 2023 and has steadily been making its way around the globe with Austria and Canada already ticked off. Since August of this year, The F1 Exhibition’s home has been at Immerse LDN on the ExCeL London Waterfront – and will continue to be so until March 2nd 2025. Pit Debrief joined the queue last week with the other patrons interested in experiencing this latest slice of action from the pinnacle of motorsport. Described as an immersive journey through the rich history, technological evolution, and cultural impact of Formula 1 racing – expectation was high.

F1 2024 Driver Rankings: 5th | George Russell

Karishma Persad1 month ago020 mins

For the second time in his three-year stint with Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, George Russell has out-qualified his teammate. The British driver finished sixth in the 2024 World Drivers’ Championship with 245 points – 22 points more than the outgoing Lewis Hamilton. The 2024 season has been a positive one for Russell who took points…

F1 2024 Driver Rankings: 7th | Lewis Hamilton

Karishma Persad1 month ago1 month ago019 mins

Seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton had a very difficult 2024 season, and P7 in Pit Debrief’s F1 Driver Rankings reflects it. Despite his wins in Silverstone and Spa-Francorchamps, and four podium finishes, including that in the 2024 Chinese GP Sprint Race, Hamilton finished with 223 points — 22 points behind teammate George Russell, and 214…