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Jos Verstappen Reveals Max Verstappen’s Red Bull Confession After Austrian GP DNF

Max Verstappen faced an extremely disappointing end to Red Bull’s home race at the Austrian GP. The Dutchman was already on the back foot of performing well over the whole weekend due to problems with his car.

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Domenicali to tell Starmer how vital F1 is to UK

Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali will tell Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer how important F1 is to the UK economy before the British Grand Prix.

Max Verstappen News / FirstSportz / July 1

Ex-Red Bull Driver Gives New Theory over Max Verstappen Mercedes Rumors

Max Verstappen‘s time at Red Bull has remained extremely troublesome due to the team’s mediocre performance since the beginning of the 2025 season. The once-dominating force is now finding it difficult to compete for wins over the race weekends.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / July 1

British GP Weather: Could Rain Stop Lando Norris or Help Lewis Hamilton?

The 2025 British Grand Prix is shaping up to be a thriller not just because of the intense battle between McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes, but thanks to the unpredictable British summer that might throw the race wide open.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / July 1

'Inspiring Hollywood, directing Pitt & a Hamilton cold call'

Martin Donnelly tells BBC Sport about how his career-ending accident in 1990 became the inspiration for Brad Pitt's character in F1: The Movie.

Lewis Hamilton News / Athlon Sports / July 1

Lewis Hamilton Urges Ferrari to Forget 2025 and Chase 2026 Breakthrough

Lewis Hamilton has delivered a blunt message to Ferrari after the Austrian Grand Prix: stop dreaming about chasing McLaren this year, and put everything into preparing for the changes coming in 2026.

Formula One News / HITC / July 1

Pierre Gasly’s Alpine future in focus after past fury with potential teammate Valtteri Bottas

Alpine are reportedly considering another change to their driver line-up, with Valtteri Bottas emerging as a favourite to join Pierre Gasly in 2026. Red Bull and Racing Bulls have already swapped drivers, with Yuki Tsunoda feeling the pressure after taking over the seat from Liam Lawson.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

F1: History of the British Grand Prix

Round 12 of the 2025 F1 season takes us to Silverstone for the British Grand Prix. Home to five drivers on the grid, Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, Lando Norris, Alex Albon, and Ollie Bearman, the British Grand Prix is one of F1’s most celebrated races.

Toto Wolff News / Last Word On Sports / July 1

Toto Wolff: Red Bull unlikely to make a 'big splash' in 2026

Mercedes are yet to confirm their 2026 line-up, with Max Verstappen still firmly on Toto Wolff’s radar. The Mercedes team principal’s sustained pursuit of Verstappen has left George Russell in an awkward position.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / July 1

Is it conceivable that Mercedes could drop Russell for Verstappen?

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the British Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / June 30

'F1: The Movie' races to $140M opening weekend

"F1: The Movie" raced to the top spot at the box office in its opening weekend, earning more than $140 million globally. That includes $55.6 million in the United States, with $25 million of that coming on the movie's opening day Friday, according to The Numbers.

Entertainment News / FirstCuriosity / June 30

‘F1: The Movie’ Director Leaves Sequel Door Open With Brad Pitt’s Return

Few films this year have captured both adrenaline and emotion quite like ‘F1: The Movie’. Directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Brad Pitt and Damson

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / July 1

Lewis Hamilton was ‘absolutely right’ in debate with Ferrari over major call at the Austrian GP

Lewis Hamilton finished fourth at the Austrian Grand Prix after a race shaped by an early strategic decision that left Ferrari unable to challenge the front-runners.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / June 30

Max Verstappen and Co. Allegedly Want Christian Horner Removed from Red Bull

Christian Horner has been one of the most crucial elements of Red Bull Racing, leading the team since its inception in 2005. The Austrian constructor suffered extreme ups and downs since then, but Horner was the one keeping the team under control.

Max Verstappen News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Mercedes continue Verstappen pursuit amidst Red Bull decline

The Austrian GP effectively ended any chances of Max Verstappen winning this year’s world title. His DNF in Spielberg leaves him 61 points behind Championship leader Oscar Piastri – a mammoth deficit to overcome.

Yuki Tsunoda News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Yuki Tsunoda re-emerges as Cadillac option for 2026

At the very beginning of the year, LWOS analysed Yuki Tsunoda’s options on the grid ahead of 2026. Several teams were mentioned as potential options for the 24-year-old as alternatives to Red Bull – who at the time showed no signs of promoting him.

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Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / June 30

Alpine approach Valtteri Bottas as Colapinto future still unclear

The Austrian GP cemented Alpine’s position at the bottom of the standings, as their midfield rivals secured vital points at the Red Bull Ring. After a very turbulent few years at Alpine, the team now faces its worst constructors result in F1 history.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / June 30

Classic British Grand Prix images through the years

A selection of the best images of the British Grand Prix, starting with the first F1 World Championship race in 1950.

Max Verstappen News / FirstSportz / June 30

Max Verstappen Gives Honest Verdict on F1 Title Prospects After Austrian GP DNF

Max Verstappen‘s Austrian GP weekend was a complete disaster. The reigning world champion struggled in Qualifying on Saturday with a P7 finish. In the race, the Red Bull star fell victim to Mercedes prodigy Kimi Antonelli who locked up and slammed his RB21.

Lando Norris News / BBC Sport / June 29

'Fulfilling' win gives Norris 'good confidence' before Silverstone

Lando Norris says his victory in the Austrian Grand Prix was "fulfilling" as he heads into his home race next weekend.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / June 29

How to follow British Grand Prix on the BBC

All the key BBC coverage details for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, which takes place from 4-6 July.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / June 29

F1: Chequered Flag

Rosanna and the team look back at Lando Norris' victory in Austria.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / June 29

Lando Norris wins Austrian Grand Prix; Max Verstappen DNF

Lando Norris staved off McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri to win the Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday in Spielberg, Austria. Pole sitter Norris battled Piastri in the early going and again toward the end before the former raced to his third win of the season and first since last month's Monaco Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / June 29

Verstappen's championship chances take huge blow at Austrian GP

Max Verstappen's championship chances take huge blow at Austrian Grand Prix

Max Verstappen's chances of winning his fifth drivers' championship this season may be evaporating.

Lando Norris wins Austrian GP

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Yuki Tsunoda News / Athlon Sports / June 29

Yuki Tsunoda Confuses Brad Pitt for Random Fan at F1 Movie Premiere

Yuki Tsunoda may be the most fearless driver but even he admits to getting hilariously caught off guard by none other than Brad Pitt. Fresh off the Canadian