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United States Grand Prix 2025: F1 Qualifying Results And Report

Max Verstappen continued his quest for a fifth Formula 1 world championship with a dominant pole position for the United States Grand Prix. The Dutchman set a benchmark time of 1:32.510s to finish almost three-tenths faster than McLaren's Lando Norris.

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Red Bull reportedly agree Isack Hadjar is the ideal long-term replacement for Verstappen

Red Bull are putting plans in place to cover themselves should Max Verstappen leave the team. The reigning world champion is locked in for 2026, but what happens after that remains up in the air.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / October 18

McLaren facing 'brutal' reality of 'that Max guy getting in middle of our fun'

On Saturday, McLaren F1 boss Zak Brown said he expected the climax to the world championship to be "brutal". His words quickly proved prophetic.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 18

Fans call out COTA as Andretti Corner plaque snubs 1961 champion Phil Hill

Fans spotted a factual error on COTA’s new Andretti Corner plaque, which wrongly states Mario Andretti is the only American F1 world champion A plaque unveiled at the Circuit of The Americas during the United States Grand Prix race weekend has drawn scrutiny across social media after fans spotted a factual inaccuracy.

Lewis Hamilton News / Motorsport / October 18

Ferrari acts on Lewis Hamilton's advice leading to jump in performance at US GP

Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari has adopted his proposed process changes Lewis Hamilton has confirmed that Ferrari has made changes after his comments over the Singapore Grand Prix when he promised "background talks" would take place.

Formula One News / ESPN / October 18

Verstappen lost interest in title defence - Marko

Red Bull motorsport advisor Helmut Marko believes Max Verstappen started to lose interest in his title defence earlier this year, but said the Dutchman is now fully motivated in chasing down his fifth F1 drivers' championship.

Lando Norris News / Motorsport / October 18

Lando Norris: McLaren on the back foot after difficult start to United States GP in Austin

Starting P2 behind Max Verstappen, Lando Norris says his sprint crash and lack of long-run data leave McLaren on the back foot for the United States Grand Prix Lando Norris has pointed to an advantage that he feels his rivals will have for the United States Grand Prix tomorrow.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 18

Liam Lawson laughs off Yuki Tsunoda criticism in F1 US GP qualifying

Yuki Tsunoda felt he was impeded by Liam Lawson during Q2 in Austin, but the Racing Bulls driver has shrugged it off Liam Lawson was left bemused by the criticism he received from former team-mate Yuki Tsunoda during qualifying for the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 18

Nico Hulkenberg responds to Zak Brown's retracted US GP sprint crash criticism

Nico Hulkenberg addresses his crash with McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the United States GP sprint race Sauber Formula 1 driver Nico Hulkenberg has responded to McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown's comments regarding the Turn 1 crash in the United States Grand Prix sprint race.

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Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / October 18

'Mercedes Doesn’t Need Verstappen:' Ex-F1 Driver’s Blunt Message to Toto Wolff Amid Russell Contract Tension

Rumors continue about Max Verstappen’s future with Red Bull Racing, especially regarding a possible move to Mercedes. Former Formula 1 driver Ralf Schumacher shared a bold view.

Isack Hadjar News / Motorsport / October 18

Isack Hadjar crash triggers early red flag in US GP qualifying in Austin

Q1 at the United States GP was red-flagged after Isack Hadjar crashed at Turn 6 Qualifying for the United States Grand Prix was brought to a stop in Q1 as Isack Hadjar crashed into the barriers, resulting in the session being red-flagged.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / October 18

Team McLaren Faces Internal Friction After Norris-Piastri Contact In Singapore GP

The impressive streak of results at McLaren became shaky at the Singapore Grand Prix when two of its drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, collided in the middle of a tight multi-car tussle.

Max Verstappen News / F1 on SI / October 18

Max Verstappen Says Red Bull Must Be 'Better' In Race Performance Despite Sprint Victory

So far, the United States Grand Prix has delivered nothing but good news for Max Verstappen - storming to pole on his final attempt in sprint qualifying and then delivering a winning performance in the sprint race itself.

Lance Stroll News / Athlon Sports / October 18

F1 Announces Punishment for Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll

Highlights: Lance Stroll receives five-place grid penalty after causing collision with Esteban Ocon in Sprint. FIA stewards found Stroll "wholly at fault" for misjudging an overtaking move into Turn 1.

Zak Brown News / F1 on SI / October 18

Zak Brown Launches Scathing Attack On 'Amateur' F1 Rivals After McLaren Sprint Disaster

McLaren CEO Zak Brown has hit out at Formula 1 rivals for "amateur hour driving" that left both of his drivers out of the United States Grand Prix sprint.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / October 18

Norris and Piastri Crash Out in Austin Sprint as McLaren Boss Fumes

Highlights: Both McLaren cars crashed out in a chaotic turn 1 at Circuit of the Americas Sprint. CEO Zak Brown blamed "amateur-hour" driving, singling out Nico Hulkenberg for triggering the crash.

Charles Leclerc News / HITC / October 18

Kimi Antonelli’s new Mercedes contract fuels Charles Leclerc speculation in F1 Paddock

Kimi Antonelli’s new deal with Mercedes has left some questions about his future beyond 2026, and there’s already talk around the paddock that Charles Leclerc could be in line for a move to the team.

Fernando Alonso News / FirstSportz / October 18

Fernando Alonso Blasts F1 over ‘Poor Broadcasting Choices’ at Singapore GP

The FOM’s broadcasting of the Singapore GP was criticized by multiple drivers as the live broadcast failed to showcase some crucial race moments. Rather, the live coverage focused on showing drivers’ partners and other celebrities.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / October 17

F1 announces 5-year U.S. broadcast deal with Apple TV

Formula 1 has agreed to an exclusive five-year partnership with Apple TV to broadcast racing content in the United States. The deal with the streaming service announced by F1 on Friday is reportedly worth $160 million per year and takes effect with the 2026 season.

Formula One News / HITC / October 17

Charles Leclerc questions Ferrari rumours and Christian Horner links ahead of US GP

Charles Leclerc arrived at COTA for the 2025 United States Grand Prix also celebrating his 28th birthday this Thursday, but Ferrari’s “difficult time” overshadowed the party.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Hamilton Warns Horner Against Ferrari Move

Lewis Hamilton has never shied away from speaking his mind and the Ferrari driver did just that during the latest F1 press conference when asked about

Formula One News / Yardbarker / October 17

Lando Norris to face internal ‘repercussions’ for Oscar Piastri clash in Singapore

With two elite drivers fighting for the same prize, the line between rivalry and recklessness has grown increasingly thin.

Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris locked in title battle as decisive sprint weekends loom

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George Russell News / Field Level Media / October 15

George Russell re-signs with Mercedes F1 team

George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will drive for Mercedes' Formula One team in the 2026 season. The team announced the lineup on Wednesday but did not reveal details of a contract extension for Russell.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / October 15

Carlos Sainz gives positive update about 2026 Mercedes engine

Carlos Sainz added an extra spark to the Williams project by signing with the team last year, cementing the ambition of James Vowles’ vision. The Spaniard’s podium finish in Baku added an exclamation mark to the team’s intentions moving forward.