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Red Bull will make 2026 driver decision after Qatar GP

Even for a team with Red Bull’s history of ruthlessness in driver decisions, the last twelve months have been unusually turbulent at Milton Keynes. The

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Stella: McLaren won't back Norris over Piastri

McLaren insists there is still "no reason" to back Lando Norris over Oscar Piastri despite the looming threat of Max Verstappen in the F1 title race.

Lewis Hamilton News / Athlon Sports / November 27

Lewis Hamilton Reveals the Truth Behind His Four-Year F1 Film Project

Going slow has never been Lewis Hamilton’s style. The seven-time world champion has built his legacy on speed, split-second decisions, and relentless ambition.

Nico Hulkenberg News / Athlon Sports / November 26

F1 Officials Investigate Nico Hulkenberg’s Car Before Qatar GP

In the aftermath of the Las Vegas Grand Prix, Formula 1 officials conducted an extended technical inspection on Nico Hulkenberg’s car ahead of the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix, a procedure carried out as part of random post-race compliance checks among the top ten finishers.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / November 26

Las Vegas GP's new start time leads to record ratings

The Las Vegas Grand Prix finally delivered the domestic audience Formula One has been looking for in the event's third year. ESPN averaged 1.5 million viewers for Saturday night's race, up 68% from last year's 905,000 and ahead of the 1.3 million who watched the 2023 debut.

Jos Verstappen News / Motorsport / November 26

Jos Verstappen questions McLaren's "huge blunder" after Las Vegas GP double disqualification

Jos Verstappen says McLaren's "huge blunder" and double disqualification in Las Vegas has given son Max fresh motivation Max Verstappen's father, Jos Verstappen, discussed McLaren's "huge blunder" during the Las Vegas Grand Prix, which has put the four-time champion firmly back in the drivers' title fight.

Alex Albon News / Motorsport / November 26

Alex Albon on returning to “old school” racing after Las Vegas radio issues

Alex Albon says Williams's radio failure in Las Vegas left him relying on pit boards and guessing about car damage Williams Formula 1 driver Alex Albon described his team radio issues during the Las Vegas Grand Prix as "old school" racing.

Formula One News / ESPN / November 26

With F1 title in the balance, is it time for McLaren to prioritize Norris over Piastri?

McLaren has refused to favor one driver over the other all season, but as Max Verstappen closes in, should the Papaya outfit issue team orders?

Adrian Newey News / HITC / November 26

Aston Martin’s Newey shock sparks frenzy over potential 2027 driver targets

Fans instantly link Max Verstappen and Charles Leclerc to Newey’s new project after team principal announcement. Aston Martin’s bombshell confirmation that Adrian Newey will become team principal in 2026 has sent Formula 1 fans into overdrive.

Formula One News / HITC / November 26

Helmut Marko admits Red Bull unsure how to fix key issue affecting Max Verstappen

As the title race tightens heading into Qatar, Red Bull admit they cannot fully explain the champion’s unpredictable weekends. Max Verstappen arrives at the Qatar Grand Prix with a chance to lead the 2025 championship for the first time all season, sitting just one win away from overtaking Lando Norris.

Formula One News / ESPN / November 26

The Game Awards reveals nominees for 2025's best sports/racing games

EA Sports FC 26, F1 25, Mario Kart World, Rematch and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds are all up for the title of Best Sports/Racing game.

Adrian Newey News / F1 on SI / November 26

Adrian Newey's Shock New F1 Role Confirmed As Aston Martin Reveal Management Changes

Aston Martin has revealed that Adrian Newey will become team principal ahead of the 2026 season. The Formula 1 technical guru made the switch to the Silverstone-based outfit for the current campaign to lead the development of the team's 2026 challenger as the championship gears up for a new regulation set.

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Lando Norris News / ESPN / November 26

Norris on brink of F1 title - what to know ahead of the Qatar GP

Race 22 of 2024 in the 2025 Formula 1 season. Here's everything you need to know for the Qatar Grand Prix as Lando Norris is within reach of winning the drivers' championship.

Formula One News / HITC / November 26

Christijan Albers tells Lewis Hamilton to address his attitude in interviews amid Ferrari troubles

Lewis Hamilton is having a torrid first season with Ferrari in 2025, which has generated criticism from the team’s chairman, John Elkann. The seven-time champion is yet to score a podium as a Ferrari driver, excluding Sprint races.

Andrea Kimi Antonelli News / Motorsport / November 26

‘Kimi didn’t even drop the clutch’ – Mercedes explains Antonelli’s Las Vegas jump-start penalty

Antonelli landed a five-second penalty in Vegas despite keeping the clutch “fully pulled” Mercedes Formula 1 trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin has explained Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s marginal jump start in the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Formula One News / HITC / November 26

Ralf Schumacher questions Lewis Hamilton’s future after revealing Las Vegas remark

Lewis Hamilton had already described his first season with Ferrari as ‘terrible’, and his post-race comments in Las Vegas only seemed to reinforce that view.

James Vowles News / Motorsport / November 26

James Vowles to make racing return at Gulf 12 Hours

This comes three years after the Williams F1 boss last started a competitive race Williams Formula 1 boss James Vowles will return to endurance racing

Formula One News / HITC / November 26

'Really tricky': Jolyon Palmer shares where Lando Norris fell for Max Verstappen’s 'mind games' in Las Vegas

Lando Norris’ title hopes took a hit with McLaren’s double disqualification at the Las Vegas Grand Prix, but Jolyon Palmer has pinpointed an earlier moment from the race where the British driver fell for Max Verstappen’s ‘mind games’.

Lewis Hamilton News / Athlon Sports / November 26

Lewis Hamilton Shares Powerful Message After Niece’s Dyslexia News

Lewis Hamilton has spoken many times about how difficult his early school years were, but his latest reflection, sparked by a conversation with his niece, is one of his most personal yet.

Toto Wolff News / Last Word On Sports / November 26

Toto Wolff pleased with Kimi Antonelli progress: 'According to plan'

Toto Wolff believes Kimi Antonelli is on track to make a step forward in 2026 after an encouraging rookie campaign. Wolff maintains his belief in the 19-year-old’s potential after a stand-out drive to secure third place in Las Vegas.

Mick Schumacher News / F1 on SI / November 25

Mick Schumacher Reveals The Real Reason Behind His IndyCar Switch

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing officially announced Mick Schumacher to its IndyCar team on Monday, marking his return to single-seater racing for the first time since he represented the Haas F1 team in 2022.

Toto Wolff News / F1 on SI / November 24

Toto Wolff Reveals Prediction For Kimi Antonelli After Impressive Las Vegas Display

While it was ultimately Red Bull that took the glory in Las Vegas, with Max Verstappen's victory combined with McLaren's double disqualification making it a brilliant weekend for the Austrian team; Mercedes will still be pleased with their efforts.

IndyCar News / Yardbarker / November 24

Mick Schumacher to race full-time in IndyCar in 2026

Mick Schumacher, son of 7-time F1 champion Michael Schumacher, to race full-time in IndyCar in 2026

Rahal Letterman Lanigan Racing has added its third full-time driver for the 2026 NTT IndyCar Series campaign.

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Charles Leclerc News / Total Apex Sports / November 24

Charles Leclerc Admits Ferrari is Helpless in the Rain

Another race weekend, another masterclass in snatching defeat from the jaws of victory for Ferrari. This time, it was Charles Leclerc. The 2025 Las Vegas GP qualifying served as the backdrop for the team’s ongoing tragicomedy.

Lando Norris News / Larry Brown Sports / November 23

Lando Norris disqualified from Las Vegas GP

Both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri were disqualified post-race from the Las Vegas Grand Prix for using illegal plank wear. F1 rules state that that planks must be no less than 9mm.