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F1 Should Have Punished Charles Leclerc at the Mexico GP

Former F1 driver and analyst Jolyon Palmer believes the FIA missed a clear-cut penalty during the opening lap of the Mexico City Grand Prix, criticizing the decision not to punish Charles Leclerc for overtaking Lewis Hamilton off the track. Speaking on F1TV’s post-race analysis, Palmer didn’t mince words, “It should be a penalty.

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Martin Brundle backs stewards’ no-penalty call on Verstappen but says Hamilton deserved more

Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton made contact early in the Mexican Grand Prix as Verstappen tried to pass. The stewards later decided there was no blame to assign, calling it a racing incident.

Andrea Stella News / HITC / October 29

Andrea Stella explains the key factor that might tilt the Sao Paulo GP in Verstappen’s favor

McLaren will head into this race at Interlagos with fresh memories of last year’s heartbreak still hanging over them. Norris had moved up to second place after a strong performance, before a late red flag allowed Verstappen to seize control and take the win.

Yuki Tsunoda News / Motorsport / October 29

Red Bull openly “killed a few points” for Yuki Tsunoda in Mexico GP – yet he still impressed

Tsunoda failed to score points in Mexico, but his drive still impressed the Red Bull team “Yuki had his best weekend in a long time. We have said that

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / October 29

Formula 1 News: Verstappen and Hamilton highest paid race drivers in the world

Max Verstappen’s (pictured with Lewis Hamilton) estimated fortune has increased by nearly $78 million in the past year, bringing his total net worth to just under $305 million.

Franco Colapinto News / AutoRacing1.com / October 29

Formula 1 Rumor: Colapinto’s 2026 deal ‘done’, sponsor check in the bank

(GMM) Franco Colapinto’s (pictured) Formula 1 future appears secure, with multiple sources now reporting that the Argentine has finalized a new deal to remain with Alpine for the 2026 season.

Oscar Piastri News / AutoRacing1.com / October 29

Formula 1 Rumors: Piastri conspiracy theories rage after Mexico

(GMM) Online conspiracy theories about McLaren favoring Lando Norris over Oscar Piastri (pictured together) are spreading again – with the two drivers now separated by just a single point in … Read More

Lando Norris News / Motorsport / October 29

Why Lando Norris dominated the Mexico GP, according to McLaren

Lando Norris reclaimed the F1 championship lead by winning from pole in Mexico last weekend Lando Norris’ dominance of the 2025 Formula 1 Mexico Grand

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / October 29

Formula 1 News: After Crawford named Aston reserve, Tsunoda options narrow

(GMM) Aston Martin has confirmed young American Jak Crawford as its third and reserve driver for 2026 – a move that may indirectly shape Yuki Tsunoda’s (pictured) Formula 1 future.

Formula One News / HITC / October 28

Susie Wolff reveals the key role Christian Horner played in her career after retiring from racing

Since stepping away from the cockpit in 2015, Susie Wolff has taken on several leadership roles in motorsport and recently spoke about how important Christian Horner was in helping one of her later projects get off the ground.

Felipe Massa News / Motorsport / October 28

Felipe Massa's 2008 F1 title case heads to UK court this week

The former Ferrari Formula 1 driver is seeking approximately £64million ($82million) in damages over his lost 2008 world title due to 'Crashgate' Felipe Massa's case disputing his missed 2008 Formula 1 world title is heading to court in London this week, with Massa seeking damages at the Royal Courts of Justice.

Jak Crawford News / Field Level Media / October 28

Aston Martin confirms American Jak Crawford as 3rd driver

Aston Martin confirmed that American Jak Crawford will serve as the Formula 1 team's third driver for the 2026 season. A member of the team's development program since 2024 after a stint as a Red Bull F1 junior, Crawford is currently second in a tight Formula 2 battle this season, 19 points behind Leonardo Fornaroli with two races remaining.

Oliver Bearman News / ESPN / October 28

Bearman's Mexico performance shows Ferrari there's life after Hamilton, Leclerc

It's been a season to forget at Ferrari, but academy driver Oliver Bearman is showing promise at Haas, culminating in a fourth-place finish in Mexico.

Oscar Piastri News / Last Word On Sports / October 28

Piastri: I’m having to 'drive the car very differently' since COTA

For the first time since the Bahrain GP, Oscar Piastri is no longer leading the Championship standings. Lando Norris has slowly eroded the Australian’s advantage, with his victory in Mexico tipping the scales back in his favour.

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Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / October 28

FIA urged to clarify track limits rules after Lewis Hamilton’s penalty in Mexico GP

Lewis Hamilton might have felt a Ferrari podium was finally within reach after surviving a chaotic opening lap in Mexico City. He managed to hold onto third place through the first few corners, steering clear of trouble as chaos unfolded around him.

Formula One News / ESPN / October 28

Aston Martin noted for minor FIA cost cap 'breach'

Formula 1's 10 teams all successfully obliged with the championship cost cap in 2024, the FIA has confirmed, although Aston Martin has been noted for a minor "procedural breach."

Charles Leclerc News / F1 on SI / October 28

Charles Leclerc Hits F1 Milestone With Mexico Grand Prix Podium

Charles Leclerc's second-place finish at the Mexican Grand Prix has added another accolade to his Formula 1 resumé. The newly turned 28-year-old claimed his seventh podium of 2025 with Ferrari, matching his best result of the season so far after taking second at his home race in Monaco.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / October 28

Aston Martin avoid penalty for 'very minor' procedural breach

Aston Martin commit a "very minor" procedural breach of F1's cost-cap regulations through a late submission of documentation for the 2024 season.

Lando Norris News / FirstSportz / October 28

Jacques Villeneuve Declares Lando Norris Drove 'Like a World Champion' at Mexico

Lando Norris put forth a dominant performance at the Mexico GP and achieved a terrific race result. Norris achieved the race win with a margin of over 30 seconds over his rivals trailing him.

Lando Norris News / Last Word On Sports / October 27

Norris shakes off booing after Mexico win: 'I can’t stop laughing'

Lando Norris took a dominant victory in Mexico, finishing 30 seconds ahead of Leclerc in second and taking the Championship lead. Norris has been vocal about his struggles with the MCL39 throughout the year, a car he describes as being incompatible with his driving style.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / October 26

F1 title fight intensifies after dramatic Mexico qualifying

The Formula 1 title battle took another dramatic twist in Mexico City on Saturday, as Lando Norris delivered a blistering qualifying performance to seize pole position and breathe new life into the championship race.

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Oscar Piastri says lack of pace in Mexico 'a mystery'

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Formula One News / Athlon Sports / October 25

Oscar Piastri Under Pressure as Lando Norris, Lewis Hamilton Win Big at Mexico GP Qualifying

Lando Norris delivered a statement performance at the 2025 Mexico City Grand Prix qualifying, securing pole position ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton.