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Formula 1 News: Verstappen maintains regular communication with Horner

In the quiet weeks after the 2025 Formula 1 season ended—a heart-pounding campaign that saw Max Verstappen fall just two points short of a fifth consecutive world title—the Dutch superstar … Read More

Formula One News / ESPN / January 1

EA F1 25 gives out iconic Williams x Gulf livery for free

Fans will be able to get the orange and white color scheme until Jan. 6

Formula One News / ESPN / January 1

The storylines that will define F1 as it enters a new era in 2026

To celebrate the start of a new year, we bid adieu to 2025 and F1's ground-effect era and welcome new rules that will dominate the headlines in 2026.

Formula One News / ESPN / January 1

The storylines that will define F1 in 2026 as it enters a new era

To celebrate the start of a new year, we bid adieu to 2025 and F1's ground-effect era and welcome new rules that will dominate the headlines in 2026.

Formula One News / Motorsport / January 1

Max Verstappen in regular contact with Christian Horner despite Red Bull F1 sacking

Christian Horner led Max Verstappen to four F1 world drivers' titles but was sacked as Red Bull boss after 20 years in charge Max Verstappen still speaks

Liam Lawson News / Total Apex Sports / December 31

Racing Bulls Chief Hypes Liam Lawson: ‘Genius Beyond Words’

Formula 1 is brutal. It chews up talent and spits it out before most drivers even get a chance to adjust their mirrors. But sometimes, just sometimes, you see a flash of something special, a spark that suggests a driver isn’t just surviving, but actually figuring out the puzzle in real-time.

Max Verstappen News / Total Apex Sports / December 31

Surprise Interest Emerges in Max Verstappen’s Race Engineer by Aston Martin

If you’ve spent any time listening to Formula 1 team radio over the last decade, you know the voice. Calm, authoritative, and occasionally sarcastic enough to rival the driver himself.

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 31

F1 drivers share 2025 highlights: From Lando Norris's title win to Charles Leclerc's engagement

F1's drivers have been reflecting on their biggest on and off-track moments from 2025 As 2025 draws to a close, the Formula 1 drivers have been sharing

Lewis Hamilton News / Motorsport / December 31

Lewis Hamilton reveals the training routine keeping him mentally and physically strong at 40

Lewis Hamilton has explained how his training has evolved over 19 years in Formula 1 Lewis Hamilton has detailed how he remains mentally a d physically strong and how his training has changed over his 19 years in Formula 1.

Gabriel Bortoleto News / Motorsport / December 31

Gabriel Bortoleto explains how bruising Brazil GP was also "the most amazing experience"

Gabriel Bortoleto reflected on his difficult but unforgettable first Brazilian Grand Prix weekend Gabriel Bortoleto has shared his mixed feelings about his first home grand prix during his rookie season.

Formula One News / ESPN / December 31

2025 F1 report cards: Is a title enough to earn Norris an A?

With the calendar set to turn to 2026, ESPN looks back at the 2025 F1 season to assign letter grades to all 21 drivers in the world championship.

Franco Colapinto News / Motorsport / December 31

F1 2025 recap: Franco Colapinto wins the fight for Alpine’s second seat

As widely predicted before the start, Doohan didn't last the 2025 F1 season as he was replaced by Colapinto, but the Argentinian also suffered as Alpine's lack of development left it on the back foot As Alpine chief Flavio Briatore demonstrated in 2025, Red Bull isn't the only organisation in Formula 1 capable of making brutal driver decisions.

Liam Lawson News / Motorsport / December 31

Liam Lawson raises over $50,000 for breast cancer research with suprcar hot laps

Racing Bulls F1 driver Liam Lawson raised more than $50,000 for breast cancer research Racing Bulls Formula 1 driver Liam Lawson has raised over NZ$50,000 for breast cancer research during the winter break.

Oscar Piastri News / Motorsport / December 31

F1 2025 recap: Oscar Piastri’s form falters to miss out on ultimate prize

After leading the Formula 1 championship, Piastri’s form fell off in the closing stages to finish the year in third After taking victory in the Dutch Grand Prix, Oscar Piastri was sitting pretty at the top of the Formula 1 championship.

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Christian Horner News / AutoRacing1.com / December 31

Formula 1 Rumor: Horner has a war chest of money to buy into Alpine team

Paddock buzz is reaching fever pitch as reports emerge that Christian Horner (pictured), following his dramatic July 2025 sacking from Red Bull, has assembled a powerhouse investor consortium and is … Read More

Andrea Kimi Antonelli News / Motorsport / December 31

Kimi Antonelli: Mercedes F1 suspension change cost me "two or three months"

Antonelli and his Mercedes Formula 1 team reflect on the costly suspension tweak that sent the Italian teenager's form into a tailspin through the middle part of 2025 Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli believes the team's ill-fated suspension change cost him "two or three months" of development during his first Formula 1 season.

Jack Doohan News / Total Apex Sports / December 30

Jack Doohan Signals End of Alpine Era as Haas Rumors Swirl

It looks like the road has finally run out for Jack Doohan at Alpine. In a move that feels like the closing of a complicated chapter, the Australian driver took to social media to share what appears to be a final goodbye to the French outfit.

Fernando Alonso News / Athlon Sports / December 30

Fernando Alonso Shows Off $3.2 Million Aston Martin on Monaco Streets

Fernando Alonso is known for pushing limits on track, but during F1’s winter break, the Aston Martin driver reminded fans that his passion for performance

Formula One News / FirstSportz / December 29

Sebastian Vettel Reveals the Real Reason Charles Leclerc Beat Him at Ferrari

Charles Leclerc has been Ferrari’s golden boy ever since his F1 debut back in 2018. The Monegasque joined Maranello in 2019 and never looked back since.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / December 29

Oscar Piastri Is 'Hungry and Ready' for 2026 Season After Lando Norris Humbling

Oscar Piastri lost out on the 2025 driver’s title win under very disappointing circumstances. Despite being the favorite to win the championship up until the final stages of the season, he lost it all in the end.

Lewis Hamilton News / Last Word On Sports / December 28

Lewis Hamilton’s extensive 2026 preparations with Ferrari revealed

Lewis Hamilton’s first year at Ferrari ended as his worst campaign in Formula 1. It was only his second season without winning a race, and his first without a podium finish.

Fernando Alonso News / Athlon Sports / December 28

Fernando Alonso Spotted in Rare Mercedes as He Prepares for Fatherhood

Fernando Alonso has never blended racing legacy with real-life moments quite like this. During the winter break, the Aston Martin driver was seen driving

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / December 27

F1: Turkish GP closer to calendar return as talks advance

Last week’s announcement of the Portugal GP returning to the calendar (2027-28) came after months of negotiations. As reported by LWOS earlier in the year, Portimao’s circuit organisers worked hard towards securing an F1 return.

Formula One News / Into The Chicane / December 27

Press F1 for help: How does tyre strategy work in Formula 1?

Perhaps one of the toughest parts of Formula 1 for new fans to understand is how teams use their tyres. Between the different types of tyres that they can use, the impact of wear on them, pit stops, and more, the success or failure of a race is often impacted by how well teams and drivers are able to manage their wheels.

Charles Leclerc News / Last Word On Sports / December 26

Charles Leclerc to evaluate Ferrari future after first rounds of 2026

For both new and long-term viewers of Formula 1, Charles Leclerc and Ferrari are seen as an inseparable duo. Since joining F1 in 2018 with Sauber, making the jump to Ferrari the following year, Leclerc’s objective has not only been to win a title – but to win a title with Ferrari.