Formula One: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Stage set for dramatic F1 showdown at U.S. Grand Prix

Some rare drama surrounds Sunday's 54th edition of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas. After the last three editions had little to offer in terms of title implications, this race very well could serve as one of the defining moments in determining the prestigious world driver's championship.

Features

The Morning Bark

The Quiz of the Day

Zak Brown confirms Lando Norris's "sporting repercussion" after Singapore GP clash

McLaren CEO Zak Brown says Lando Norris will receive a minor "sporting repercussion" for his Singapore Grand Prix start incident McLaren Racing CEO Zak Brown has clarified that Lando Norris will be handed a "sporting repercussion in lieu of what happened" at the start of the Singapore Grand Prix.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / October 17

F1 United States Grand Prix 2025 Practice Results And Report After Disrupted Session

Lando Norris finished fastest in a disrupted sole practice session for the United States Grand Prix. The McLaren driver set the benchmark time of a 1:33.294s at the Circuit of the Americas to beat Sauber's Nico Hulkenberg by two tenths — the German stealing the limelight somewhat with his effort.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 17

Jenson Button sides with Lando Norris after Singapore GP clash, warns of more

Jenson Button warns McLaren's title fight could trigger further intra-team incidents 2009 Formula 1 champion Jenson Button has discussed Lando Norris's

Lewis Hamilton News / Motorsport / October 17

Lewis Hamilton tips Apple’s film cameras to make it onto F1 cars after "F1" movie success

Lewis Hamilton says Apple’s bespoke cameras built for "F1: The Movie" could eventually be utilised by F1 for broadcasting Lewis Hamilton says the bespoke

Formula One News / ESPN / October 17

Russell convinced he has best F1 seat in 2026

George Russell believes most drivers on the Formula 1 grid would want to be in his Mercedes seat next season.

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 17

Martin Brundle: McLaren's Oscar Piastri vs Lando Norris title fight "doomed to fail"

Martin Brundle warns McLaren's title fight between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri is "doomed to fail" under "papaya rules" Former Formula 1 driver and Sky Sports F1 analyst Martin Brundle has claimed that the intra-team battle at McLaren between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri 'in many respects is doomed to fail'.

Jak Crawford News / AutoRacing1.com / October 17

Formula 1 News: Jak Crawford to Drive FP1 at Mexico City GP

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One® Team has confirmed that Young Driver Jak Crawford will make his Formula One weekend debut in Free Practice One at the Mexico City Grand Prix … Read More

Mohammed Ben Sulayem News / F1 on SI / October 17

Mohammed Ben Sulayem Set For FIA Presidential Re-Election As Main Challenger Launches Scathing Attack

Mohammed Ben Sulayem is set to win re-election as president of world motorsport's governing body, the FIA, unopposed. Main challenger Tim Mayer has announced

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.

Click here to get Yardbarker's Quiz of the Day emailed to you!

The 'NFL 100-touchdown club' quiz

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

Max Verstappen News / Motorsport / October 17

What Max Verstappen really thinks of his F1 title chances: “We should have won Singapore”

Did a missed opportunity in Singapore signal the end of Verstappen’s title chances? The Dutchman certainly thinks so Max Verstappen believes that – barring any drama at McLaren – he needed to win the Singapore Grand Prix to have any serious shot at the 2025 F1 title.

Fernando Alonso News / F1 on SI / October 17

Fernando Alonso Continues Crusade Against 'Unnecessary' Aspect Of F1 TV Broadcast

Fernando Alonso has continued his criticism over Formula 1's television broadcasts and insisted that the sport must improve to ensure team radio isn't the most memorable moment from a race weekend.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / October 17

Mayer abandons FIA presidency campaign

American Tim Mayer has abandoned his campaign for the presidency of motorsport's governing body, accusing the FIA of "lacking transparency" and "the illusion of democracy".

Formula One News / Motorsport / October 17

Jak Crawford to replace Lance Stroll for Mexico GP FP1

The American rookie will take part in a grand prix weekend for the first time in Mexico Jak Crawford will make his Free Practice 1 debut with Aston Martin next Friday at Formula 1’s Mexico City Grand Prix.

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 / FirstSportz / October 17

Fernando Alonso Brands Max Verstappen as One Of The 'Best Drivers in F1 history'

Max Verstappen has emerged as one of the better drivers on the grid, especially in the 2025 season, following his positive results in a mediocre Red Bull chassis.

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

The '2024 award winners' quiz

Max Verstappen News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Max Verstappen Laughs Off McLaren Favoritism Talk

Highlights: Verstappen joked about McLaren favoring Norris, drawing laughter during pre-race media sessions. The Norris-Piastri rivalry has led to questions about McLaren's team strategy and fairness.

Charles Leclerc News / Stadium Rant / October 16

Is Charles Leclerc Ruining His Career At Ferrari?

Ferrari and Formula One have been together since the sport’s inception in 1950. In recent years, Charles Leclerc has been the prominent name associated with it.

Toto Wolff News / Athlon Sports / October 16

Toto Wolff Backs George Russell as ‘Underrated Star’ at Mercedes

Highlights: Mercedes confirms George Russell and Kimi Antonelli for 2026, ending speculation. Wolff calls Russell “underrated,” overshadowed by Hamilton’s fame and quieter personality.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / October 16

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

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

It could define not only their careers but also McLaren's modern era.

Zak Brown 'amused' by accusations about Piastri relationship

The '2024 award winners' quiz

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.

Carlos Sainz 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.

Adrian Newey News / Last Word On Sports / October 13

Aston Martin: Adrian Newey can optimise Honda partnership

Aston Martin occupy 7th place in the team’s Championship, within touching distance of VCARB ahead in what has been a generally disappointing year. Consequently, the team’s focus shifted to 2026 some time ago, with Adrian Newey taking charge of development.