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What Lewis Hamilton thought of working with Brad Pitt in the F1 movie

Lewis Hamilton has opened up about his experience working with Brad Pitt on the upcoming Formula 1 movie, praising the Hollywood actor for his commitment and skill behind the wheel.

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Lando Norris posts first vlog since F1 championship win with emotional message for fans

In a new vlog, Lando Norris revisits the week he became F1 world champion, including the final laps where he says “time starts to slow down” Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris has published his first vlog since winning the 2025 drivers' championship.

Formula One News / HITC / January 8

Helmut Marko issued Isack Hadjar ‘multiple’ warnings about 2026 before leaving Red Bull

Isack Hadjar’s biggest supporter in Formula 1 has always been Helmut Marko, ever since his promotion to the sport in 2025. But as he prepares for a new challenge with Red Bull in 2026, he will no longer be by his side.

Stirling Moss News / Motorsport / January 8

Sir Stirling Moss family feud erupts over £28m estate and a missing crash helmet - report

Sir Stirling Moss’s son is contesting his widow Lady Susie’s final will, alleging undue influence over its signing The family of the late Formula 1 legend Sir Stirling Moss is reportedly involved in a legal dispute over the estate of his widow, Lady Susie.

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / January 8

Lewis Hamilton could leave F1 behind if 2026 struggles persist at Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton’s debut season with Ferrari in 2025 didn’t go as planned, and he’s hoping the 2026 campaign gives him a chance to change the narrative that followed.

Max Verstappen News / F1 on SI / January 8

Ex-Max Verstappen Mechanic Given Key Promotion As Audi Set To Make F1 History

Audi has handed Max Verstappen's former chief mechanic a promotion ahead of the German marque's maiden Formula 1 season, with the team set to complete a grid-wide first.

Christian Horner News / AutoRacing1.com / January 8

Formula 1 Rumor: Horner comeback talks widen to Aston Martin as hurdles emerge

(GMM) Christian Horner’s (pictured) path back to Formula 1 is proving far more complex than early winter rumors suggested, with talks understood to be underway on two separate fronts.

David Coulthard News / AutoRacing1.com / January 8

Formula 1 News: Coulthard’s Verdict on Verstappen vs. Hamilton

On a recent The Red Flags Podcast, former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard leaned back in his chair, a knowing smile creeping across his face as the hosts steered the … Read More

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / January 8

Lewis Hamilton once surprised Jeremy Clarkson with his reason for joining Mercedes from McLaren

Lewis Hamilton caught many by surprise when he decided to leave McLaren and join Mercedes back in the 2013 F1 season, and his reason for it stunned Jeremy Clarkson.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 7

David Coulthard points to clues that Lewis Hamilton is not at his peak anymore

David Coulthard says Lewis Hamilton may no longer be at his peak as he picks Max Verstappen over the seven-time champion as his greatest F1 world champion

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 7

David Coulthard on stepping into Ayrton Senna's Williams seat and how the F1 icon influenced his career

David Coulthard says Ayrton Senna's support and example at Williams helped open the door to his Formula 1 career Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has revealed the influence that Ayrton Senna had on his career while opening up on his experience stepping into Senna's position at Williams after his death.

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / January 7

Will Smith once pretended to kidnap Lewis Hamilton 10 minutes before the start of an F1 race

Lewis Hamilton has now been waiting more than five years to be crowned Formula 1 champion for the eighth time. Whether or not it will ever happen is up for debate, but the Briton just suffered the worst year of his career in 2025.

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David Coulthard News / Motorsport / January 7

David Coulthard calls for McLaren team orders change to avoid driver engineer relationship issue

David Coulthard says McLaren's team-order messages should come from Andrea Stella or the sporting director Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has pointed to an issue with how McLaren handles team orders during grands prix.

Helmut Marko News / HITC / January 7

Why Helmut Marko was sent a £6,000 bill by ex-Red Bull star Sergio Perez

Sergio Perez has revealed a surprising story from his early days at Red Bull, one that ended with Helmut Marko footing a £6,000 bill for a single therapy session.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 7

The F1 champions with the worst points conversion rates

Formula 1 has changed its scoring system over the years, which makes comparing F1 champions tough Is Lando Norris a worthy Formula 1 world champion or not?

Formula One News / HITC / January 7

Christian Horner flags Aston Martin concern he wouldn’t be able to fix under Lawrence Stroll

Christian Horner has been looking for a way back into Formula 1 since being sacked by Red Bull, and both Aston Martin and Alpine have started to look like realistic options.

Charles Leclerc News / Motorsport / January 7

Charles Leclerc spotted in St Moritz driving Ferrari’s $400,000 performance SUV

Charles Leclerc and family hit the roads of St Moritz Charles Leclerc has been spotted driving a Ferrari Purosangue during his holiday in St Moritz, with a TikTok clip of the Monaco-based Formula 1 driver quickly gaining traction online after the New Year holiday period.

Zhou Guanyu News / Field Level Media / January 6

Cadillac F1 add Zhou Guanyu as reserve driver

The Cadillac F1 team confirmed the addition of Zhou Guanyu as its reserve driver ahead of the 2026 season. Guanyu left his role as a reserve driver for Ferrari last week, and his name was almost immediately tied to the same role as Cadillac joins the grid this year.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / January 6

Gilles Villeneuve: Ferrari’s fearless Canadian icon

Formula One has historically been regarded as a predominantly European-centric sport. This makes the legacy of racing driver Gilles Villeneuve all the more remarkable.

Lando Norris News / F1 on SI / January 5

Why Lando Norris Will Pay More Than Any Other F1 Driver For His FIA Super License

Lando Norris will pay the most of any driver for his FIA super license for the 2026 Formula 1 season, but why? All drivers in F1 must have gained their super license by picking up enough merit points before entering the championship, allocated for performances in other racing categories.

Zhou Guanyu News / Yardbarker / January 5

Cadillac continues to add experience to driver lineup with Guanyu

Cadillac continues to add experience to its driver lineup with Zhou Guanyu

Cadillac, a new entry for this upcoming season, hopes to become the first team since Brawn GP (2009) to win the Constructors’ Championship in its first season in Formula 1.

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Oscar Piastri News / Total Apex Sports / January 3

The Gamble That Paid Off: Piastri Looks Back on the Alpine Saga

It is easy to look at the paddock today and see a seasoned winner, but the road to the grid wasn’t exactly a straight shot for the Australian ace. Sitting

Adrian Newey News / Total Apex Sports / January 3

The Red Bull RB17: Newey’s Final Bull Before the Aston Era

If you thought Red Bull was just about dominating the Formula 1 grid or selling energy drinks, think again. The team has finally pulled the covers off the RB17, their first-ever hypercar, and it is a certified monster.

Christian Horner News / Last Word On Sports / January 3

Christian Horner: F1 comeback with Alpine increasingly likely

Christian Horner is understood to be in advanced negotiations with Alpine over purchasing a stake in the team, leading a business consortium. The 52-year-old is working to capitalise on perhaps his best opportunity to make a return to Formula 1.

Jack Doohan News / Last Word On Sports / January 2

Jack Doohan: Toyota support could revive chances of F1 return

Jack Doohan was the first casualty in last year’s driver market, losing his Alpine seat to Franco Colapinto after the Miami GP. Despite lingering hopes of a second stint at the French squad, it soon became clear that Doohan was not part of the team’s future plans.