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Helmut Marko Blames Media for ‘Stirring Things up’ over Max Verstappen Red Bull Exit Rumors After Austrian GP DNF

Max Verstappen is the biggest talking point in the Formula 1 driver market. Despite having a contract with Red Bull till 2028, rumors have persisted that the Dutchman could leave the team by the end of this year.

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Russell will 'give it everything' to win at Silverstone

Mercedes driver George Russell tells BBC Breakfast's John Watson that he will "give it everything" to win the British Grand Prix this weekend. He also reflects on the support that he and the other British drivers receive at Silverstone.

Max Verstappen News / Field Level Media / July 2

Max Verstappen on Mercedes rumors: 'I determine my own future'

Max Verstappen is under contract with Red Bull until the end of the 2028 season, but that hasn't stopped ongoing speculation about a possible move to Mercedes.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Helmut Marko: Replacing Tsunoda 'would make no sense'

Yuki Tsunoda suffered a fourth consecutive weekend without points in Austria, again finding himself at odds with his RB21. Despite his persistent struggles, Helmut Marko believes it would be incorrect to replace the 24-year-old mid-season.

Daniel Ricciardo News / Athlon Sports / July 2

Daniel Ricciardo Embraces ‘Slow Lane’ Life After F1 Exit

Daniel Ricciardo’s trademark grin is still as bright as ever. Only now, it’s beaming from a karting track rather than the cockpit of a Formula 1 car. At 36, the Australian star is settling into what he cheekily calls “the slow lane,” embracing a more laid-back chapter after an unceremonious exit from F1 last year.

Formula One News / HITC / July 2

Franco Colapinto reveals Flavio Briatore’s backing following Alpine’s inquiry to Mercedes over Valtteri Bottas deal

Franco Colapinto remains in the Alpine seat on a race-by-race basis, but Flavio Briatore’s move to sound out Valtteri Bottas has put the Argentinean driver under immediate pressure to perform.

Max Verstappen News / Last Word On Sports / July 2

Max Verstappen: Mercedes Talks Reportedly Advance

With the British GP just days away, reports continue to emerge about contract negotiations between Max Verstappen and Mercedes. A blockbuster move for the 4-time Champion, whilst certainly not guaranteed, is not out of question.

Lewis Hamilton News / BBC Sport / July 2

What is going wrong for Hamilton and Ferrari?

Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari has "so far not lived up to the hype". F1 correspondent Andrew Benson analyses why and if there is reason to be optimistic for the future.

Oliver Bearman News / BBC Sport / July 2

'Silverstone has special place in my heart' - Bearman

F1 driver Oliver Bearman attended his first British GP at Silverstone as a schoolboy fan in 2015.

Max Verstappen News / FirstSportz / July 2

Ex-F1 Champion Asserts George Russell Wouldn’t Be ‘Calm’ over Max Verstappen to Mercedes Rumors

Max Verstappen is the biggest driver in the F1 driver market for 2026 despite having a Red Bull contract till 2028. Rumors over the reigning world champion potentially leaving Milton Keynes next season have continued to surface.

Stefano Domenicali News / BBC Sport / July 1

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.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / July 1

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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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

Lando Norris News / Larry Brown Sports / June 29

Lando Norris wins Austrian Grand Prix

Lando Norris was able to defend his pole position against Oscar Piastri and win the Austrian Grand Prix at Red Bull Ring in Styria on Sunday. With the win, Norris cut Piastri’s lead to 15 points in the driver championship standings.