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Zak Brown Makes McLaren F1 Vow As He Insists 'S*** Happens'

McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has insisted that mistakes made en route to its double-championship-winning Formula 1 season in 2025 will make the team stronger for the future.

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Christian Horner’s preferred route back to the F1 paddock could be blocked by team owner

Christian Horner is still keen on making his way back to Formula 1 once his gardening leave wraps up in April 2026, following his exit from Red Bull in 2025.

Formula One News / HITC / January 13

Damon Hill backs Adrian Newey to deliver ‘complete surprise’ for Aston Martin in 2026

Bookmakers are backing Aston Martin to make a huge step forward under the new 2026 Formula 1 regulations and with Adrian Newey now leading the team. The legendary engineer and designer, who moved over from Red Bull in 2025, is now steering Aston Martin into the future.

Formula One News / ESPN / January 13

F1 rookies Cadillac reveal monochrome car for test

New Formula 1 team Cadillac has unveiled a special monochrome livery which will be used specifically for the first test of the season in Barcelona

Formula One News / HITC / January 13

Max Verstappen explains why he’s exactly the same as F1 legend Michael Schumacher on track

Max Verstappen may not have spent as long in Formula 1 as Michael Schumacher, but the Red Bull driver has already done enough to sit alongside him among the sport’s all-time greats.

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / January 13

Ferrari already plan to ditch two parts on Lewis Hamilton’s 2026 F1 car before the season even begins

Ferrari are now finishing up preparations on the cars that Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will drive during F1’s first pre-season test under the 2026 regulations in Barcelona.

Yuki Tsunoda News / Motorsport / January 13

Yuki Tsunoda yet to sign 2026 Honda contract amid Red Bull-Ford role

Honda is still waiting to see what kind of relationship it can maintain with its protege Honda claims Yuki Tsunoda remains one of its drivers, but his job as a Red Bull-Ford reserve driver in Formula 1 might be a hindrance.

Isack Hadjar News / Motorsport / January 13

How Isack Hadjar bounced back from Australian GP disaster: "My world collapsed"

Isack Hadjar says he has learned to bounce back quickly from career low points Isack Hadjar has opened up about how he has managed to bounce back from difficult moments in his racing career, including the 2025 Australian Grand Prix, which he said felt like his world was collapsing.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 13

“S*** happens” – how 2025 mistakes made McLaren a stronger F1 team

McLaren chief Zak Brown pens an open letter to the Formula 1 team's fans as it celebrates its first double championship since 1998 McLaren boss Zak Brown has vowed that his squad's errors from the 2025 Formula 1 season will only make it stronger in years to come.

Jack Doohan News / Motorsport / January 13

Alpine F1 team releases Jack Doohan after demotion to reserve role

Doohan and Alpine have agreed to part ways for 2026 Jack Doohan is leaving the Alpine Formula 1 team for the 2026 season. A product of the Alpine Academy since his Formula 2 years, Doohan graduated to its F1 line-up at the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, getting a head start ahead of his maiden campaign in 2025.

Toto Wolff News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Toto Wolff Spotted in $1 Million Mercedes as F1 2026 Nears

Monte Carlo has no shortage of rare machinery, but even by Monaco standards, Toto and Susie Wolff turned heads this week. The Mercedes F1 team principal and F1 Academy managing director were spotted cruising the principality in a Mercedes Benz 300 SL Roadster, one of the most iconic and collectible cars ever produced by the German marque.

Nico Rosberg News / Motorsport / January 12

Nico Rosberg closes $100m fund as he thanks F1 lessons for incredible VC performance

Rosberg says his latest close was oversubscribed and capped for performance, as the platform scales beyond $200million Nico Rosberg's venture capital firm, Rosberg Ventures, has now shot beyond $200million in assets under management after it closed a $100million deal for its third fund.

Valtteri Bottas News / Athlon Sports / January 12

Valtteri Bottas Will Carry Past F1 Punishment Into Australian Grand Prix

Valtteri Bottas will head into the 2026 Formula 1 season already under scrutiny after an unresolved penalty from the 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was officially carried over, meaning the Cadillac driver will still be serving punishment when racing resumes in Australia.

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Adrian Newey News / HITC / January 12

How Adrian Newey is forcing Aston Martin to fix ‘weak’ resources ahead of 2026 F1 season

Adrian Newey is reportedly pushing Aston Martin to address their ‘weak’ simulator ahead of the 2026 F1 season. Aston Martin have been forced to overhaul

Max Verstappen News / HITC / January 11

Red Bull to focus on one upgrade to help Max Verstappen in 2026 F1 season

Red Bull is already setting the foundations for the 2026 Formula 1 season, with a single technical focus aimed at keeping Max Verstappen on top. The team believes that refining their aerodynamic efficiency will be the key to staying ahead of their rivals when the new engine era begins.

Hans Herrmann News / F1 on SI / January 10

Mercedes Pays Tribute To Legendary Former F1 Driver Hans Herrmann After Death

Mercedes has paid tribute to legendary former driver Hans Herrmann, who has passed away aged 97. A trained confectioner, the German competed in 17 Grand Prix across eight seasons in the 1950s for six different manufacturers, as well as Formula 2 and sports car races and rallies, showing off his versatility behind the wheel.

Fred Vasseur News / Last Word On Sports / January 10

F1: Vasseur outlines Ferrari’s 2026 development strategy

Traditionally, Ferrari attract more headlines than any other team in Formula 1. The Italian team’s rich history, in combination with recent failures, create an ideal hotbed for discussion and analysis.

Lando Norris News / F1 on SI / January 10

Lando Norris Reveals Which F1 Driver He Wants To Battle More In 2026

Reigning Formula 1 world champion Lando Norris has highlighted the driver on the grid he wants to "race a bit more with" heading into the 2026 season.

Charles Leclerc News / Athlon Sports / January 10

F1 WAGs React to Charles Leclerc’s Brother’s Personal Announcement

Charles Leclerc’s older brother, Lorenzo Leclerc, and his wife, Charlotte, set social media alight after revealing they are expecting their first child together.

Yuki Tsunoda News / Last Word On Sports / January 9

F1: Yuki Tsunoda to become active player in driver market

Last year saw Yuki Tsunoda become the latest in a growing line of casualties at Red Bull’s second seat. The Japanese driver was unable to secure another year with the Milton Keynes outfit, who instead opted to promote Isack Hadjar.

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

Formula 1 Lore Tuesday: The Lewis Hamilton – Nico Rosberg feud

Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg were two of racing’s best friends, but in their pursuit of greatness, that friendship developed into a bitter rivalry. One went on to become one of the greatest drivers in the history of Formula 1, while the other is currently a commentator.

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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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.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / December 30

Max Verstappen earns 5th straight Driver of Year nod

Max Verstappen was voted the Formula 1 Driver of the Year by his colleagues for the fifth straight year despite falling short of his fifth consecutive world championship.