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The End of the Doctor’s Dynasty: Marko Officially Out at Red Bull

It’s the end of an era in the truest sense of the phrase. You can check the paperwork, scan the filings, and read the press releases all you want, but it doesn’t make the reality any less jarring.

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Daniel Ricciardo goes airborne at Ford’s Raptor Rally in return to racing seat

Daniel Ricciardo returned to the driver's seat by taking part in Ford's Raptor Rally at Lake Havasu Former Formula 1 driver Daniel Ricciardo has returned to the racing seat as he took on Ford's Raptor Rally at Lake Havasu, Arizona.

Toto Wolff News / Motorsport / December 23

Toto Wolff hails Doriane Pin after 'crushing' F1 Academy to win 2025 title

Toto Wolff praised Mercedes junior Doriane Pin after she dominated the 2025 F1 Academy season to win the title Mercedes Formula 1 team principal and CEO Toto Wolff has showered 2025 F1 Academy champion Doriane Pin with praise after the 21-year-old "crushed" the all-female racing series.

Carlos Sainz News / Motorsport / December 23

Carlos Sainz admits "excited worry" as F1's 2026 regulations change looms

Carlos Sainz says he feels both excitement and tension about adapting his driving to F1's 2026 regulations Carlos Sainz has discussed his "excited tension" for the upcoming Formula 1 regulation changes in 2026.

Max Verstappen News / HITC / December 23

F1 fans unconvinced by Max Verstappen’s latest comments on stress

Max Verstappen fell just two points short of a record-equalling fifth straight Formula 1 title, but he didn’t appear too bothered by it. Coming back to beat both McLaren drivers for the 2025 drivers’ championship would have been remarkable, especially after trailing by 104 points over the summer.

Formula One News / HITC / December 23

What Ferrari must fix ‘from top to bottom’ to keep Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton in 2027

Ferrari had a rough 2025 season with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, but the 2026 F1 regulations give them a real opportunity to reset and start over.

Toto Wolff News / Motorsport / December 23

Toto Wolff downplays Mercedes 2026 F1 hype: "I'm a notorious pessimist"

Toto Wolff has played down predictions of Mercedes' dominance under the 2026 F1 rules Mercedes Formula 1 CEO and team principal Toto Wolff has responded to predictions that the Brackley outfit will be very strong in 2026.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / December 23

Formula 1 Lore Tuesday: 'Is that Glock?'

One of the most iconic Formula 1 calls of all time, the 2008 Formula 1 Championship finale is a story that every Formula 1 fan needs to know. This was the year that Lewis Hamilton won his first Drivers’ Championship, beating Felipe Massa on the final drive of the season at the Brazil Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / December 23

Ferrari, Honda, Audi want answers on Mercedes and Red Bull engine trick

LWOS only recently reported on the likelihood of teams hiding their true performance during pre-season testing. In short, those who believe they have a significant advantage will try to maintain a low profile.

Helmut Marko News / AutoRacing1.com / December 23

Formula 1 News: Marko exit sparks fears of F1 ‘character void’

(GMM) The departure of Dr Helmut Marko (pictured) is being framed by commentators as more than just a Red Bull issue, with concerns growing that Formula 1 itself is losing … Read More

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Max Verstappen News / Athlon Sports / December 23

Max Verstappen Leaving Red Bull for Mercedes Rumors Resurface: ‘It’s Not Only About F1’

Max Verstappen’s comments about a possible future away from Red Bull have resurfaced after Formula 1’s official website revisited remarks he made earlier this month, reigniting discussion around long-standing rumors linking the Dutchman to Mercedes.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / December 23

Formula 1 News: Red Bull wrong to drop Lawson in ’25 – Verstappen

(GMM) Max Verstappen says Red Bull Racing acted too quickly in dropping Liam Lawson (pictured together in March 2025) after just two races at the very start of the 2025 … Read More

Oscar Piastri News / FirstSportz / December 23

Ex-F1 Boss Has 'No Doubts' Oscar Piastri Can Win the Championship Despite 2025 Humbling

Oscar Piastri couldn’t keep up with his positive performances and win his maiden driver’s title against Lando Norris. The Aussie led the title campaign for a majority of the season but still fell short at the end.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / December 23

Lewis Hamilton Insists He 'Doesn’t Care' About Losing the 2025 Ferrari Teammate Battle to Charles Leclerc

Lewis Hamilton was unable to contend for his record-breaking eighth driver’s title win in the 2025 season with Ferrari. Despite the massive commotion behind his move to Maranello, he couldn’t even achieve a podium finish over the 24 races.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / December 23

Red Bull CEO Breaks Silence On 'Nonsense' Max Verstappen Claims

Max Verstappen has remained one of the more consistent people within Red Bull. Despite the team’s tumultuous state, Verstappen kept up with his dominant performances and did not let the team issues define his results.

Lewis Hamilton News / Motorsport / December 22

Hans Zimmer reveals the conversations with Lewis Hamilton that influenced "F1" movie score

Hans Zimmer has explained how Lewis Hamilton's input helped shape the sound and orchestral feel of the "F1" movie Award-winning composer Hans Zimmer, who is behind the F1 movie score, has opened up about working on the blockbuster Formula 1 film and how Lewis Hamilton helped to influence the sound.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 22

“McLaren aren’t getting this one”: Lando Norris flexes after beating Zak Brown in karting shootout

Lando Norris beat McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown in a DeWalt and eBay karting challenge Lando Norris has taken on McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown in a karting challenge with DeWalt and eBay.

Toto Wolff News / Motorsport / December 22

Toto Wolff "in two minds" after Mercedes P2 in 2025 constructors' championship

Toto Wolff admitted Mercedes' second-place finish in the 2025 constructors' championship left him conflicted Mercedes Formula 1 team principal and CEO Toto Wolff has reflected on the 2025 season, admitting that walking away with second place in the constructors' championship has left him in "two minds".