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Oscar Piastri told to follow Max Verstappen’s lead to fix ‘obvious’ F1 issue

Oscar Piastri knows what it will take if he wants to add a Formula 1 world title to his CV. Piastri had a solid grip on the championship race last season, holding a 34-point lead after his win at Zandvoort.

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Binotto: Audi have many problems to fix before 2026 begins

The Audi R26 mads its long-awaited debut in Barcelona last week, setting the team’s first laps as an engine manufacturer. This milestone, though significant, marks the beginning of a demanding F1 journey for the German squad.

Max Verstappen News / Motorsport / February 4

Max Verstappen reveals how he maintains a "super simple" life amid F1 success

Max Verstappen details why he doesn't need to act differently after achieving fame and success Max Verstappen has revealed how he stays grounded and maintains

Formula One News / BBC Sport / February 4

The F1, football and NFL figures who kept Epstein links after conviction

Senior figures in sport maintained personal contact with Jeffrey Epstein, while others were discussed regarding potential deals.

Formula One News / HITC / February 4

What Ollie Bearman’s talks with Fred Vasseur say about Lewis Hamilton’s future at Ferrari

Ferrari is leaning towards Oliver Bearman as the top candidate to step in if Lewis Hamilton leaves the team after the 2026 season. There are two possible ways it could happen.

Christian Horner News / Motorsport / February 4

Christian Horner addresses Alpine rumours as he discusses F1 return

Christian Horner says he'd only return to Formula 1 for the right opportunity amid renewed rumours connecting him to Alpine Former Red Bull boss Christian Horner has addressed rumours linking him to a return to Formula 1.

Lando Norris News / Motorsport / February 4

Lando Norris visits old school in a heartwarming day children "won’t forget"

Norris returned to Chew Stoke Church School near Bristol to talk motivation and perseverance as he leaves every child a gift Fresh off the winter break

Formula One News / HITC / February 4

Why Kimi Antonelli thinks it’ll be tough to take on George Russell for the 2026 F1 title

Andrea Kimi Antonelli is already looking ahead to a title challenge in 2026, feeling confident after Mercedes’ strong showing in Barcelona. He’s hoping it turns into a head-to-head battle with George Russell.

Formula One News / HITC / February 4

Why Christian Horner thinks Lando Norris should keep an eye on Oscar Piastri at McLaren in 2026

Christian Horner has weighed in on Oscar Piastri’s 2026 title hopes after a 2025 season that slipped away in the second half of the year. Piastri was 34 points clear after his win at Zandvoort, round 15 of a 24-race campaign.

James Vowles News / HITC / February 4

James Vowles raises question about Ferrari’s 2026 F1 car after watching testing

James Vowles and Williams weren’t at the F1 Barcelona Shakedown last week, but they were naturally keeping a close eye on their competitors. Williams skipped the session after struggling to clear FIA crash tests.

Adrian Newey News / Last Word On Sports / February 4

F1: Adrian Newey reveals crucial Aston Martin advantage

Aston Martin were always going to receive an elevated level of attention after Adrian Newey’s arrival. The 67-year-old’s reputation speaks for itself, and the AMR26 introduced in Barcelona was undeniably moulded by his vision.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / February 3

Episode 5: A Mountain to Climb

It’s debrief time for rookies Kimi Antonelli and Ollie Bearman. Tension rises at Cadillac

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Gasly Goes Two Wheels: F1 Star Invests in KTM Tech3 MotoGP

The worlds of Formula 1 and MotoGP have always shared mutual respect, but they rarely share business cards. That changed this week with a headline-grabbing announcement from the KTM Tech3 garage.

Adrian Newey News / F1 on SI / February 3

Adrian Newey Reveals Critical Reason Behind Aston Martin's 'Last-Minute' F1 Test Debut

New Aston Martin team principal Adrian Newey has explained the reason behind the squad's late on-track debut at the end of the first week of Formula 1 pre-season testing in Spain.

James Vowles News / Motorsport / February 3

James Vowles explains the gamble that caused Williams to miss the Barcelona test

The Williams boss says the team deliberately pushed release deadlines to chase 2026 performance Williams team principal James Vowles has explained the

Formula One News / Motorsport / February 3

Mick Schumacher adjusting to life in IndyCar as maiden oval test looms

The former Formula 1 driver will test at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Wednesday The transition into the IndyCar Series has been relatively smooth for Mick Schumacher, so far.

Andrea Stella News / HITC / February 3

McLaren boss Andrea Stella reveals the ‘hardest’ part of being an F1 team principal

Andrea Stella is the mastermind behind McLaren’s winning formula in F1 over the last few years, and the team principal has revealed what the hardest part of his job is.

Liam Lawson News / HITC / February 3

Liam Lawson has reason to be wary of the early reports about Arvid Lindblad

Racing Bulls driver Arvid Lindblad will be pleased to have got his first significant run in a 2026 Formula 1 car under his belt in Barcelona. Lindblad will be the only rookie on the grid in 2026, which brings its own unique pressure.

Jack Doohan News / Field Level Media / February 3

Haas signs former Alpine driver Jack Doohan as reserve

Former Alpine racer Jack Doohan signed with Haas as a reserve driver for the 2026 Formula One season. The team announced his signing on Tuesday and said he will join Ryo Hirakawa of Japan as reserves for the American team.

Lance Stroll News / Athlon Sports / February 1

Who Are Lance Stroll’s Parents? Inside the F1 Driver’s Family

As one of F1’s most scrutinized drivers, Lance Stroll has rarely escaped attention whether for his early arrival in the sport, his performances on track, or the influence of his family behind the scenes.

Martin Brundle News / F1 on SI / January 31

Martin Brundle Delivers Red Bull F1 Test Verdict

Martin Brundle has given his view on Red Bull's first test with its own Formula 1 power unit at the end of the pre-season shakedown at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / January 31

How the Into The Chicane Driver Performance Model works

The team at Into The Chicane has developed a model to attempt to grade the performance of drivers over the course of a season. This model attempts to distance the driver from their car to some degree, and grades how they do relative to both their performance on track and relative to their teammate.

Formula One News / Trade Talk Sports / January 29