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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.

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Sebastien Buemi rues mistake which cost Formula E Mexico win

The Envision driver finished 17th in the Formula E Mexico City E-Prix, despite starting on pole Sebastien Buemi reckons he should have “accepted P2” at the start of the Mexico City E-Prix, rather than utilising the defensive driving which cost him victory at the Formula E event.

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.

Oscar Piastri News / AutoRacing1.com / January 10

Formula 1 News: Is Oscar Piastri Better Off Leaving McLaren after the 2026 Season?

Oscar Piastri (pictured) faces a defining career decision ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season. Oscar Piastri’s rapid progression since entering Formula 1 places him among the sport’s elite young … Read More

Pierre Gasly News / Motorsport / January 10

Pierre Gasly eyes future career in fashion: "Definitely going to get into this world"

Pierre Gasly has spoken about a potential career move into the fashion industry in the future Pierre Gasly has hinted at a future career move into the

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 / HITC / January 10

Five things you probably didn’t know about Lando Norris

Lando Norris is a Formula 1 champion and one of the most popular drivers among the series’ fans, but there is a lot more to know about who the Briton is behind the visor.

Max Verstappen News / HITC / January 10

Max Verstappen shares advice on breaking into F1 that most young drivers ignore

Few people in Formula 1 are better positioned to offer career advice to young drivers than Max Verstappen. Verstappen still holds the record for the youngest driver to ever start an F1 race, a mark that’s likely to stand for some time.

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.

Pierre Gasly News / HITC / January 10

Pierre Gasly believes it could be 10 years before his relationship with one F1 rival is repaired

Alpine’s Pierre Gasly has shared an update on his relationship with Esteban Ocon, speaking about their past issues and how things stand today during a recent appearance on Formula 1’s Off The Grid series.

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.

Isack Hadjar News / Motorsport / January 9

Isack Hadjar takes on brutal rally-raid challenge in Ford Raptor T1+ ahead of 2026 Red Bull move

Isack Hadjar tackled a Ford Raptor T1+ rally-raid time trial with Dakar racer Mitch Guthrie Jr Isack Hadjar, who joined four-time champion Max Verstappen at Red Bull this year, has taken on a rally-raid challenge in the Ford Raptor T1+.

Pierre Gasly News / Motorsport / January 9

Pierre Gasly: Missing out on F1 seat after GP2 title was a 'slap in the face'

Pierre Gasly has recalled how missing out on an immediate Formula 1 seat after winning the 2016 GP2 title felt like a "slap in my face" Pierre Gasly has described not securing a Formula 1 seat after winning the GP2 (now Formula 2) championship as a "slap in my face".

Christian Horner News / HITC / January 9

Christian Horner’s return to F1 could be delayed as Alpine documents reveal legal hurdle

Christian Horner is reportedly eyeing a comeback to Formula 1, but his preferred path might take him a little longer than he had hoped. Christian Horner’s route back to Formula 1 could be held up by legal obstacles buried in Alpine F1’s company paperwork.

Helmut Marko News / HITC / January 9

Red Bull engineer says one of Helmut Marko’s departures still deserves a place on the F1 Grid

During his time at Red Bull, Helmut Marko built a reputation as one of the most unforgiving decision-makers in Formula 1. That reputation was never more evident than in his final season with the team.

Formula One News / HITC / January 9

Charles Leclerc not interested in ‘mentoring’ Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari

Charles Leclerc was expected to face his toughest test yet at Ferrari following Lewis Hamilton’s move from Mercedes, but the season played out with little drama.

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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.

Formula One News / HITC / January 9

Max Verstappen tops Aston Martin’s list if Alonso chooses to retire from F1

Fernando Alonso will be the oldest driver on the grid in 2026, and while he’s not showing any signs of retirement just yet, Aston Martin chairman Lawrence Stroll knows it’s time to start looking ahead.

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.

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.

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.

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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