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What was the biggest surprise of the 2025 F1 season? Our writers have their say

From Christian Horner’s sacking to title favourite Oscar Piastri missing out, here are the biggest surprises of the 2025 Formula 1 season The 2025 Formula 1 season may not have featured the most mind-blowing scenarios ever, but some of its events still raised eyebrows – and rightfully so.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / December 25

'He Is Not Special!' Ex-Ferrari Driver Blasts Charles Leclerc Despite Humbling Lewis Hamilton in 2025

Charles Leclerc suffered from a massive challenge in terms of performance in the 2025 season. Though Leclerc beat Lewis Hamilton in the latter’s debut season, it still wasn’t good enough.

Charles Leclerc News / FirstSportz / December 25

George Russell Brands Charles Leclerc’s Secret Santa Gift 'Naughty'

The Formula 1 community is currently enjoying the off-season and the winter break as they head away from the noise of the sport. However, before leaving fully, a majority of the drivers participated in their traditions of playing Secret Santa with one another.

Toto Wolff News / FirstSportz / December 25

Toto Wolff Confesses Kimi Antonelli Was 'Thrown to the Cannibals' in 2025 Season

Kimi Antonelli was one of the few rookies who impressed the paddock in his debut season. The Italian was believed to face a stiff challenge to succeed in his first year, especially in the ground-effect era.

Formula One News / HITC / December 25

Helmut Marko once dropped a Red Bull F1 driver without consulting Christian Horner

Helmut Marko built a reputation for being particularly tough on Red Bull Racing drivers, especially the younger ones coming up through the ranks. Helmut Marko built a reputation as one of the most uncompromising figures in Formula 1, especially when dealing with young drivers rising through Red Bull’s system.

Max Verstappen News / Athlon Sports / December 25

Max Verstappen Announces Mercedes News After Private Testing

Max Verstappen has revealed new Mercedes news days after a private test, with the timing of the announcement immediately drawing attention amid ongoing speculation about his long-term Formula 1 future.

Andrea Kimi Antonelli News / Motorsport / December 25

F1 2025 recap: Kimi Antonelli shows flashes of promise in Mercedes rookie year

Mercedes' junior prodigy Andrea Kimi Antonelli showed he belonged at the highest level after overcoming a character-building European rut in the 2025 Formula 1 season Mercedes raised a few eyebrows when it fast-tracked its junior phenom Andrea Kimi Antonelli's Formula 1 debut to replace Lewis Hamilton.

Pierre Gasly News / Last Word On Sports / December 25

Pierre Gasly: 2026 Mercedes engine 'in a great place'

Roughly a year ago, Alpine made the controversial move to abandon Renault engines in favour of Mercedes for 2026 and beyond. The French squad determined that Renault’s power units were becoming a limiting factor to the team’s success.

Formula One News / HITC / December 24

Ferrari plot clever solution to navigate FIA’s complex checks ahead of 2026

Ferrari are gearing up for the 2026 Formula One regulations, with next year shaping up as a crucial one for the futures of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, among others.

Max Verstappen News / Motorsport / December 24

Max Verstappen's team switches to Mercedes for 2026 GT campaign

After sampling the Mercedes GT3 himself, Max Verstappen's team is pivoting to the German manufacturer next year The sportscar team run by four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has inked a multi-year deal with Mercedes-AMG from 2026.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 24

As Renault says farewell to F1, 21 key moments in its history

The 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix unceremoniously marked the end of Renault’s era as an engine supplier in Formula 1, as the French brand repurposes its Viry-Chatillon engine operations.

Lewis Hamilton News / Motorsport / December 24

Lewis Hamilton’s best looks of 2025: From Monaco elegance to Met Gala ivory

Burberry, Zegna, Dior and a seven-figure Richard Mille - the outfits that made Hamilton’s first Ferrari season unmissable off-track Lewis Hamilton's first season with Ferrari was seismic for Formula 1.

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Charles Leclerc News / Motorsport / December 24

Fans lose it over Charles Leclerc's F1 secret santa gift to George Russell: "Master ragebait"

Charles Leclerc has amused Formula 1 fans by gifting George Russell a framed and looping video of their controversial 2025 Dutch Grand Prix overtake Formula 1 fans have been losing it over Charles Leclerc's gift to George Russell for the championship's Secret Santa.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 24

Toto Wolff praises Kimi Antonelli's rookie F1 season after being "thrown to the cannibals"

Toto Wolff said Andrea Kimi Antonelli's rookie F1 season with Mercedes was mixed with standout results and costly mistakes as he learned to handle the

Max Verstappen News / Last Word On Sports / December 24

George Russell wants test of being Max Verstappen’s teammate

George Russell was one of the most consistent performers in 2025, finishing 4th in the standings behind Verstappen and the two McLaren’s. The 27-year-old is pleased with his efforts this season, which he describes as his best.

Toto Wolff News / Motorsport / December 24

Toto Wolff admits feeling at Mercedes "not comparable" to winter 2013

The Mercedes boss said the feeling inside the team ahead of the impending rule change is incomparable to the buildup to its dominant 2014 F1 season Mercedes

Max Verstappen News / AutoRacing1.com / December 23

Formula 1 News: The Great Escape – Max Verstappen and the Abu Dhabi Drivers’ Dinner

In the glittering aftermath of the 2025 Formula 1 season, Max Verstappen and the other drivers gathered for their traditional end-of-season dinner in Abu Dhabi—a night of laughter, stories, and … Read More

Daniel Ricciardo News / Motorsport / December 23

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.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / December 23

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.

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.

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.