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The Loyalty Factor: Why Red Bull is Betting the House on Verstappen

In the high-octane world of Formula 1, contracts are often treated more like suggestions than binding agreements. We see it time and again: a driver signs a multi-year deal, the car underperforms, and suddenly, they are looking for the exit door.

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How Oliver Bearman transformed his F1 rookie campaign

Two-thirds of Bearman's points scores came in the second half of F1 2025 Oliver Bearman has pinpointed changes to his race weekend approach as the reason for his vast improvements during the 2025 Formula 1 season.

Charles Leclerc News / Total Apex Sports / December 21

Former Charles Leclerc Race Engineer Takes On Key Role Ahead of Cadillac F1 Debut

If you’ve been following the noise surrounding General Motors (GM) and their push into the global open-wheel circus, you know they aren’t coming to play.

Toto Wolff News / HITC / December 21

Toto Wolff shares early impression of Mercedes’ 2026 F1 car after simulator run

Toto Wolff has expressed his excitement for the upcoming Formula 1 season after seeing Mercedes’ new car in action on the simulator. F1’s new era of regulations has arrived, and with Mercedes having a history of strong performances following past rule changes, they’re widely seen as early favourites for next year’s championship.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / December 21

Sebastian Vettel on Max Verstappen: “The Scary Thing Is He’s Getting Better”

Sebastian Vettel, the four-time Formula 1 world champion and former Red Bull teammate of Max Verstappen’s predecessor era, has recently offered high praise for the Dutch driver’s ongoing development.

Lewis Hamilton News / Last Word On Sports / December 20

F1 News: Ferrari consider changing Hamilton’s race engineer

Few partnerships have generated the level of engagement that followed Lewis Hamilton’s contract agreement with Ferrari. Understandably, this driver-team duo was one of the biggest talking points heading into last season.

Oscar Piastri News / FirstSportz / December 20

Juan Pablo Montoya Exposes Oscar Piastri’s McLaren Exit Plans

Oscar Piastri couldn’t win the 2025 driver’s title following a dramatic performance slump in the final stages of the season. The Aussie led the title standings for quite some time before losing the title lead to Lando Norris and ultimately the title win.

Formula One News / HITC / December 20

Montoya claims to know the real reason behind Marko’s bitterness towards Horner

Helmut Marko had some strong words for Christian Horner after leaving his role at Red Bull. Horner was dismissed in July, while Marko’s departure was described as a mutual agreement.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 20

What’s “scary” about Max Verstappen’s F1 ability, according to Sebastian Vettel

Max Verstappen may be the best driver in Formula 1, but he still has untapped potential, Sebastian Vettel believes “The scary thing is he's getting better.” This is how Sebastian Vettel views fellow four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen, who recently completed a remarkable 2025 campaign.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / December 20

Charles Leclerc Got ‘Zero Advice’ for Lewis Hamilton After Poor 2025 Season

Lewis Hamilton suffered from a dismal outing in his debut year with Ferrari. The Briton even failed to outscore his teammate Charles Leclerc. To make matters worse, Hamilton couldn’t even achieve a podium finish, thus marking 2025 as the worst season in his long career in F1.

Pierre Gasly News / Last Word On Sports / December 20

Pierre Gasly: 'There was no support' when I raced for Red Bull

Pierre Gasly was the first in a wave of drivers to struggle at Red Bull alongside Max Verstappen. The Frenchman was replaced halfway through his first Red Bull campaign, marking the beginning of an extended spell at the second team.

Lando Norris News / AutoRacing1.com / December 20

Formula 1 News: Experts agree, Verstappen, not Norris was Driver of the Year

The 2025 Formula 1 season delivered one of the most dramatic title battles in recent memory. Lando Norris clinched his maiden Drivers’ Championship in a tense Abu Dhabi finale, edging … Read More

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Fred Vasseur News / Last Word On Sports / December 20

Fred Vasseur gives warning ahead of F1 2026

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has explained what could make the difference in a potentially volatile F1 2026 Season. After failing to secure a World Championship during the ground effect era, next year is crucial for Ferrari.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 19

Pierre Gasly: Esteban Ocon fallout is "difficult to explain" after their friendship “fell apart”

Pierre Gasly has reflected on his fractured rivalry with Esteban Ocon Pierre Gasly has opened up about his rivalry with fellow French Formula 1 driver Esteban Ocon.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 19

Lando Norris becomes 21st F1 champion to sign Sir Jackie Stewart's legendary helmet

Lando Norris has become the latest Formula 1 world champion to sign Sir Jackie Stewart's Race Against Dementia helmet McLaren's Lando Norris has become the 21st driver to add his signature to a helmet signed by every living Formula 1 world champion.

Oscar Piastri News / FirstSportz / December 19

Jacques Villeneuve Gives 'Feeling Terrible' Verdict on Oscar Piastri’s 2025 Season

Oscar Piastri lost out on the 2025 season driver’s title under some disappointing circumstances. The Aussie led the title standings for quite some time in the year, but still couldn’t win it in the end.

Lando Norris News / Motorsport / December 19

Jacques Villeneuve: Lando Norris’s title fight brought back Michael Schumacher battle memories

Jacques Villeneuve says Lando Norris's tense 2025 title fight reminded him of his own 1997 championship battle with Michael Schumacher Lando Norris's 2025 championship title brought back memories for Jacques Villeneuve of when he won the 1997 Formula 1 championship.

Formula One News / HITC / December 19

Why Max Verstappen is ‘hurt’ after Lewis Hamilton’s atrocious Ferrari season

Max Verstappen has cruised to another dominant F1 season, but even he admits there’s something unsettling about watching Lewis Hamilton’s struggles at Ferrari.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / December 19

'Killed Chances at a Top Team!' Max Verstappen Blasts Red Bull for Demoting Liam Lawson After Two Races in 2025

Liam Lawson suffered from an extremely disappointing end to his Red Bull stint partnering up with Max Verstappen. The Kiwi was provided just two races at the beginning of the 2025 season to prove himself and was then brutally demoted to Racing Bulls to make way for Yuki Tsunoda.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 18

Ranking The 10 Best F1 Drivers Of 2025

Lando Norris emerged from the 2025 Formula 1 world championship with a maiden drivers' title after a season-long, rollercoaster battle with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri and eventual runner-up Max Verstappen.

Lance Stroll News / Athlon Sports / December 17

Lance Stroll Condemns Antisemitic Incident on NYC Subway

Aston Martin Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll has spoken out after a reported antisemitic incident on a New York City subway, using his social media platform to condemn the violence and call for action.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / December 16

Helmut Marko Blasts Christian Horner And Accuses Him Of 'Dirty Games'

To say 2025 was an easy season for Red Bull would not be further from the truth. Coming off the back of a 2024 season which saw their star driver Max Verstappen winning his fourth Drivers' Championship, the Dutchman was not able to repeat in 2025, losing out to McLaren's Lando Norris in the final Grand Prix of the year.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / December 16

Jenson Button Drags F1 Media For ‘Clickbait’ Comments About Alonso’s Retirement

If there is one thing Formula 1 fans love more than a photo finish, it’s a bit of off-track drama. Typically, that drama occurs between drivers competing for a championship or team principals debating over budget caps.