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F1 rookies reveal they 'hated each other' before becoming friends

F1 rookies reveal they 'hated each other' before becoming friends

Oliver Bearman and Gabriel Bortoleto might share a friendship on the Formula 1 grid today, but their beginnings weren’t always amicable. In fact, they didn’t get along before they even met.

Formula One News / ESPN / September 17

What to know ahead of the Azerbaijan GP

Formula 1 ventures to Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan for round 17 of the 2025 season. Here's everything you need to know for the weekend.

Formula One News / Motorsport / September 17

F1 Azerbaijan GP: Five things to watch out for

F1 returns this weekend with its race in Baku Max Verstappen took a shock, dominant win at the Italian Grand Prix last time out, beating both McLaren drivers Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri who are fighting for the 2025 Formula 1 title.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / September 17
Lewis Hamilton Reveals Why He's Avoided Sebastian Vettel About Ferrari Move

Lewis Hamilton Reveals Why He's Avoided Sebastian Vettel About Ferrari Move

Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel were locked in battle for world championships when sharing the track. The pair became great friends towards the end of the German's stint in F1, but Hamilton hasn't reached out to discuss life at Ferrari.

Lewis Hamilton News / Athlon Sports / September 17
Lewis Hamilton Sparks Buzz With Ashley Moore in LA

Lewis Hamilton Sparks Buzz With Ashley Moore in LA

Lewis Hamilton has set social media buzzing once again after being spotted in Los Angeles alongside model Ashley Moore. The Ferrari star turned heads not only for the company he kept, but also for his surprising outfit choice, a Brazilian national soccer team jacket.

Adrian Newey News / Motorsport / September 17

Aston Martin: Enrico Cardile already making an impact alongside Adrian Newey

Having finally joined Aston Martin from Ferrari, technical chief Enrico Cardile has joined forces with Adrian Newey Aston Martin Formula 1 CEO Andy Cowell says Ferrari hire Enrico Cardile is already making his mark on the team's ambitious 2026 project.

Oscar Piastri News / AutoRacing1.com / September 17

Formula 1 News: Piastri ‘mentally ahead’ of Norris for title – Ralf

(GMM) Ralf Schumacher has tipped Oscar Piastri (pictured) as the stronger McLaren contender in this year’s world championship battle. The German told T-Online that the 24-year-old Australian is showing “an … Read More

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / September 17

Formula 1 News: Schumacher thinks Verstappen will struggle at Baku GP

(GMM) Ralf Schumacher doubts Max Verstappen can recover to fight for the 2025 world championship, despite his pole and victory at Monza. “Yes,” he told Formel1.de when asked if the … Read More

James Vowles News / AutoRacing1.com / September 17

Formula 1 News: Williams boss Vowles tries hands on wheel in GT3 test

(GMM) Williams team principal James Vowles (pictured) spent the weekend behind the wheel of a GT3 car, taking time away from his usual engineering and leadership duties.

Ralf Schumacher News / AutoRacing1.com / September 17

Formula 1 News: Schumacher doubts Germany’s ability to return to the F1 calendar

(GMM) Despite talk of Germany rejoining the Formula 1 calendar, Ralf Schumacher (pictured) says the country faces too many obstacles to make a comeback any time soon.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / September 17

Formula 1 News: Will career-destroyer Verstappen make Hadjar his next victim?

(GMM) Isack Hadjar says the prospect of partnering Max Verstappen at Red Bull in 2026 is both daunting and thrilling. The 20-year-old Frenchman, amid a breakthrough rookie season with Racing … Read More

Mick Schumacher News / AutoRacing1.com / September 17

Formula 1 News: Briatore rules out Schumacher as Alpine seat hunt narrows

(GMM) Flavio Briatore has confirmed Mick Schumacher (pictured) is not in contention for Alpine’s final open seat on the 2026 Formula 1 grid. The situation at Red Bull and Racing … Read More

Yuki Tsunoda News / Athlon Sports / September 17
Yuki Tsunoda Reveals What It Was Really Like Cooking for Gordon Ramsay

Yuki Tsunoda Reveals What It Was Really Like Cooking for Gordon Ramsay

F1 star Yuki Tsunoda is known for his fiery radio messages and love for food, but his recent appearance alongside celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay proved he

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Valtteri Bottas News / Athlon Sports / September 17
Can Valtteri Bottas’ Insane F1 Record Be Topped at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix?

Can Valtteri Bottas’ Insane F1 Record Be Topped at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix?

Formula 1 is back in action as the season leaves Europe behind and heads into its final stretch, starting with the streets of Baku. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix has built a reputation for chaos and drama, producing some of the most unforgettable races in recent memory.

Lewis Hamilton News / FirstSportz / September 17
Lewis Hamilton Insists Having ‘Worse’ Moments in F1 Than Dismal Ferrari Run

Lewis Hamilton Insists Having ‘Worse’ Moments in F1 Than Dismal Ferrari Run

Lewis Hamilton is having a difficult time at Scuderia Ferrari. The seven-time world champion hoped to bring glory back to Maranello. Unfortunately, that has not been the case with the 40-year-old failing to fight at the front of the grid.

Oscar Piastri News / FirstSportz / September 17
Ex-F1 Driver Warns McLaren After Team Orders on Oscar Piastri at Italian GP

Ex-F1 Driver Warns McLaren After Team Orders on Oscar Piastri at Italian GP

McLaren found themselves in a tough spot at the Italian GP. The Woking-based team was forced to issue team orders on Oscar Piastri after a botched pitstop for Lando Norris.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / September 16
Red Bull planning ambitious driver swap for 2026 season

Red Bull planning ambitious driver swap for 2026 season

The Red Bull second seat has always been somewhat cursed, with all drivers who take it struggling to adapt to the car.

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Formula One News / Field Level Media / September 16
Canadian GP start time pushed back to avoid conflict with Indy 500

Canadian GP start time pushed back to avoid conflict with Indy 500

The Canadian Grand Prix pushed back its start time two hours to 4 p.m. ET as a means to avoid conflict with the Indianapolis 500 next year. Both races will take place on the same day on May 24, 2026, with the Canadian race in Montreal.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / September 16
Max Verstappen Pinpoints Red Bull Asking ‘Right Questions’ After Laurent Mekies Replaced Christian Horner

Max Verstappen Pinpoints Red Bull Asking ‘Right Questions’ After Laurent Mekies Replaced Christian Horner

In recent years, Red Bull has undergone massive changes, especially in its leadership. Christian Horner was recently fired from his position after serving the team for over two decades.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / September 16
Lando Norris ‘Working Hard’ to Defeat Oscar Piastri at Azerbaijan GP

Lando Norris ‘Working Hard’ to Defeat Oscar Piastri at Azerbaijan GP

The intra-team battle at McLaren between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris has continued to heat up ever since the two have been leading the pack in the standings.

Max Verstappen News / FirstSportz / September 16
Ex-F1 Team Boss Declares Max Verstappen Has ‘Same Genes’ as Michael Schumacher

Ex-F1 Team Boss Declares Max Verstappen Has ‘Same Genes’ as Michael Schumacher

Max Verstappen has emerged as one of the greatest drivers in the modern era of Formula 1. The Dutchman has left no stone unturned to showcase his racing prowess on the track.

Formula One News / HITC / September 16
Laurent Mekies has early favourite as Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda vie for Racing Bulls seat

Laurent Mekies has early favourite as Liam Lawson and Yuki Tsunoda vie for Racing Bulls seat

Red Bull are expected to promote Isack Hadjar as Max Verstappen’s teammate for 2026, a move that would leave Yuki Tsunoda on the outside looking in after years of chasing that seat.

Max Verstappen News / Field Level Media / September 15
Max Verstappen cleared to race GT3s at Nordschleife

Max Verstappen cleared to race GT3s at Nordschleife

Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Versatppen raced at Nurburgring Nordschleife over the weekend and obtained the permit necessary to get behind the wheel of a GT3 class car at the famed German track.

Mattia Binotto News / Last Word On Sports / September 15
How Binotto is quietly strengthening Audi ahead of F1 2026

How Binotto is quietly strengthening Audi ahead of F1 2026

Since the 2026 regulations were announced, a series of common narratives have already emerged. Perhaps the most consistent is that Mercedes, renowned for their engine department, are expected to have the best power unit.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / September 14

Komatsu to Bearman: 'It’s Time to Lead the Charge at Haas'

The weight of expectation in Formula 1 is a heavy cloak, especially for a rookie. For Oliver Bearman, that pressure is being channeled into a clear directive from his Haas Team Principal, Ayao Komatsu.

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