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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.

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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

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

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 / Athlon Sports / September 16

Carlando Reigns as F1’s Strongest Bromance After Drivers Weigh In

The F1 grid has spoken, and the verdict is clear: Carlos Sainz and Lando Norris — better known as “Carlando” hold the title of F1’s ultimate bromance. In F1’s latest lighthearted video, drivers were asked to name the best bromance on the grid.

Charles Leclerc News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Why Charles Leclerc ‘Will Be In Pole Contention’ In Azerbaijan Despite Ferrari Underperforming

Charles Leclerc has been spearheading Ferrari's charge this season with five podiums amid a frustrating campaign. The Monegasque hasn't won a Grand Prix this year, but he has an incredible ability to maximise his car over a single lap.

Formula One News / HITC / September 16

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.

Formula One News / Athlon Sports / September 16

Carlos Sainz Snubs Lewis Hamilton in F1’s Best Dressed Debate

F1 isn’t just about speed, it’s also about style. Drivers often turn the paddock into a runway, with Lewis Hamilton long considered the face of F1 fashion.

Lewis Hamilton News / HITC / September 16

Latest Ferrari 2026 engine rumours raise two major concerns for Lewis Hamilton

Ferrari have kept details of their 2026 power unit under wraps as Formula 1 prepares for its biggest technical shake-up yet. Team principal Fred Vasseur is steering the team through what is being called the most significant regulation change in F1’s history, and there are plenty of questions about how Ferrari are handling it.

Formula One News / ESPN / September 16

Canadian GP pushed back to avoid Indy 500 clash

The start time of the Canadian Grand Prix has been pushed back to 4 p.m. local in an attempt to avoid a clash with the Indianapolis 500.

Formula One News / ESPN / September 16

How McLaren can clinch earliest-ever title in Baku

McLaren is on the verge of clinching the 2025 constructors' title -- here's how they can wrap it up at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix this weekend.

Toto Wolff News / AutoRacing1.com / September 16

Formula 1 News: Wolff injects 250 mph claim into 2026 rules debate (Update)

(GMM) FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis has dismissed talk that Formula 1’s next-generation cars could approach 250 mph. Toto Wolff recently joked that under the 2026 rules, deploying all available … Read More

Max Verstappen News / AutoRacing1.com / September 16

F1 News: It must suck being George Russell knowing his boss prefers Verstappen

Mercedes’ confirmation of its 2026 driver lineup is being delayed by George Russell’s (pictured) ongoing contract negotiations and Mercedes boss Toto Wolff’s love affair with Max Verstappen.

Formula One News / ESPN / September 16

Formula 1 announce six new sprint races for 2026

Formula One has announced six sprint races for 2026, including all-new locations for the format in Canada, the Netherlands and Singapore.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / September 16

Silverstone to stage F1 sprint race in 2026

The British Grand Prix will be one of six sprint events on next year's Formula 1 calendar, along with Singapore.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / September 16

What does Antonelli need to do to turn fortunes around?

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku.

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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.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / September 15

Ferrari’s Hamilton Gamble: Why Vasseur Admits They Got It Wrong

The legendary Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari was supposed to be seamless. After all, when you’re bringing in a seven-time world champion, expectations naturally soar through the stratosphere.

Formula One News / HITC / September 15

Ralf Schumacher claims Aston Martin allies harbour grudge towards Fernando Alonso

Fernando Alonso is eagerly anticipating the chance to drive an Aston Martin built by Adrian Newey next season, but Ralf Schumacher thinks there may be friction with one of the team’s key partners ahead of the 2026 campaign.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / September 15

Ralf Schumacher Warns Lewis Hamilton from ‘Annoying’ Tifosi at Ferrari

Lewis Hamilton has suffered from an extremely woeful debut season with Ferrari. The Briton has been unable to achieve even a podium finish, let alone a race win, in the first 16 races so far.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / September 15

F1 Pundit Insists McLaren Avoided ‘Mistrust’ for Lando Norris with Italian GP team orders

McLaren has been at the center of the spotlight since the driver swap fiasco at the Italian GP. Woking had to intervene and demand that Oscar Piastri give back the P2 spot to Lando Norris after the latter suffered from a botched pitstop.

Max Verstappen News / Motorsport / September 15

What's next for Max Verstappen's GT plans? "Nurburgring 24 would be amazing"

With a Nurburgring Permit A in the back pocket, this is what Max Verstappen's next steps in GT racing could look like Max Verstappen is now officially licenced to race GT3 cars at the Nurburgring Nordschleife, paving the way for the Dutchman to tick off one of his bucket list items.

Mattia Binotto News / Last Word On Sports / September 15

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.

Oscar Piastri News / Yardbarker / September 12