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Lewis Hamilton bows out of tire test to be with ailing dog

Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton withdrew from the Pirelli tire test on Friday after his dog entered a coma. Hamilton was slated to participate in the test before opting to bow out in order to be with Roscoe, his 12-year-old English bulldog.

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Can Max Verstappen Still Clinch the F1 Title: Here’s What Andrea Stella Thinks

The 2025 Formula 1 season can be summed up as being one of the most competitive in recent years. The dominance of Max Verstappen is at stake for the first time in years, and the competition is narrowing the gap.

Mick Schumacher News / F1 on SI / September 26

Former F1 Driver Mick Schumacher Lines Up An IndyCar Test

Mick Schumacher may be looking for a new motorsport series to take on after leaving Formula 1 in 2022 and transitioning to the World Endurance Championship (WEC) for the 2024 and 2025 seasons.

Max Verstappen News / Total Apex Sports / September 26

Max Verstappen’s Porsche 911 GT2 RS ClubSport Is Heading To Auction With a $650,000 Price Tag

Not only is Formula 1 superstar Max Verstappen dominant on the circuit, but his car collection off the track is a sight to behold. His crown jewel, a Porsche 911 GT2 RS ClubSport, is now going to auction.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / September 26

'No Way in the World,' Bernie Ecclestone Hits out at Felipe Massa over Crashgate Scandal Lawsuit

Felipe Massa lost out on the 2008 driver’s title against Lewis Hamilton in a highly controversial manner. The 2008 Singapore GP Crashgate scandal was the reason that Massa lost out on the title.

James Vowles News / Total Apex Sports / September 26

James Vowles Talks Changes To F1 Race Calendar For 2026: Will There Be An Increase?

Formula 1 has confirmed a record 24 races for 2025, making it the busiest season ever. As we near the 2026 regulations, a key question arises: Will the calendar grow again, or has the series reached its limit?

Carlos Sainz News / HITC / September 26

Carlos Sainz shares Ferrari reaction to first Williams podium

Carlos Sainz has revealed the messages of support he received from Ferrari after securing a first podium for Williams at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Sainz put in an impressive drive in Baku, holding off late pressure to claim third place and deliver Williams their first top-three finish since the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix.

Charles Leclerc News / F1 on SI / September 26

Charles Leclerc Weighs In On Reverse Grids And V8's

Ferrari Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc has expressed his disapproval of the potential introduction of reverse grid formats on race weekends. Formula 1 is reportedly considering increasing the number of sprint races from 2027, following the announcement of six sprint events scheduled for 2026.

Lando Norris News / Athlon Sports / September 26

Lando Norris Drops Cryptic Message About Lost Helmet

Lando Norris caught fans’ attention with a cryptic story posted to his Instagram. In the short clip, the McLaren driver explained that he had “forgotten

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Max Verstappen News / AutoRacing1.com / September 26

Formula 1 News: Red Bull will push for Verstappen title – Mekies

(GMM) Max Verstappen (pictured with Mekies in Baku) has suddenly emerged as a dark horse for a fifth consecutive world championship after back-to-back wins at Monza and Baku.

James Vowles News / AutoRacing1.com / September 26

Formula 1 News: Vowles backs move to two-day F1 weekends

(GMM) Williams boss James Vowles (pictured) says Formula 1 should scrap Fridays and adopt a two-day format. With Liberty Media contemplating doubling the current sprint race allocation from 6 to … Read More

Yuki Tsunoda News / Motorsport / September 26

Stronger Yuki Tsunoda showed why Red Bull won't rush F1 driver decision

Yuki Tsunoda may be running out of races to save his Red Bull Formula 1 seat, but made a solid step forward in Azerbaijan – which didn't go unnoticed Red Bull F1 team boss Laurent Mekies says Yuki Tsunoda's encouraging progress in Baku shows why the team is in no rush to finalise its 2026 driver line-up.

Max Verstappen News / Athlon Sports / September 26

After Baku Domination Max Verstappen Gears up for a Big Challenge This Weekend

Max Verstappen couldn’t have asked for a more perfect weekend in Baku. The Dutchman didn’t just win the Azerbaijan Grand Prix he absolutely owned it, pulling off a grand slam by taking pole, leading every lap, and crossing the line first.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / September 25

Romain Grosjean to drive F1 car for first time since fiery crash

Romain Grosjean is set to get behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car for the first time since he escaped a fiery crash five years ago. The ride will come for Grosjean's former Haas team in a 2023-spec during a test run at Mugello, Italy, on Friday.

Formula One News / HITC / September 25

Fred Vasseur’s off-record comment fuels speculation on Carlos Sainz Ferrari comeback

Fred Vasseur knows he needs to turn things around quickly at Ferrari following a frustrating 2025 season. There was a point during the season when Fred Vasseur’s future looked uncertain, with Ferrari appearing to have lost ground compared to where they were last year.

Max Verstappen News / Yardbarker / September 24

Max Verstappen’s hot form could remarkably put him back in the F1 title race

Max Verstappen has been written off before, only to claw his way back into contention with a blend of raw speed, relentless consistency and an unwillingness to concede defeat. Can he do it again?

Stella: 'No other driver in Lando’s car would have scored more' in Baku

Toto Wolff News / Total Apex Sports / September 22