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AUGUST 29, 2026

Norris commits to McLaren through 2030

World Champion Lando Norris has extended his McLaren contract until at least the end of 2030, with an option that could keep him at Woking for longer.

Ukraine takes FIA dispute to ethics committee

Ukraine's automobile federation has filed a formal FIA ethics complaint alleging that its Russian counterpart is operating offices in internationally recognised Ukrainian territory.

Williams launches repair programme after winter mistakes

James Vowles says Williams has a large programme of long-term work under way after admitting that mistakes made last winter are still hurting its 2026 car.

AUGUST 28, 2026

Russell penalty now a question of when, not if

Mercedes has confirmed that George Russell must take a power-unit grid penalty, although the team has not decided where it will happen.

Honda update hits target but Aston faces driveability test

Honda's revised engine delivered its expected improvement at Zandvoort, but Aston Martin still needs better braking and power-delivery behaviour.

Stella expects Mercedes spending story to have another chapter

Andrea Stella does not believe Mercedes has finished developing its W17, despite Toto Wolff's warning about its remaining cost-cap room.

Mekies says Lawson maximised surprise Red Bull return

Laurent Mekies believes Liam Lawson extracted the available result after being drafted into Red Bull at short notice for Zandvoort.

Ferrari begins Schumacher Monza tribute with special suits

Ferrari has revealed Michael Schumacher-inspired race suits for Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc ahead of the Italian Grand Prix.

Marquez says Hadjar was right to wait

Marc Marquez advised Isack Hadjar not to risk worsening his wrist injury by attempting to race at Zandvoort.

Honda waits for FIA detail before joining V8 chorus

Honda says it is open to discussing Formula 1's next engine formula but wants the championship to retain technological relevance and sustainability.

Pirelli completes 2,948km Mugello tyre test

McLaren, Red Bull and Audi completed two days of development running on prototype 2027 tyres at Mugello.

Norris opens the door to Prime Video series

Lando Norris will be the subject of a three-part Prime Video documentary series scheduled for release in 2027.

AUGUST 27, 2026

Tsolov completes 690km in first Racing Bulls F1 test

Nikola Tsolov covered 690 kilometres in the VCARB 02 at Imola during his first run in Formula 1 machinery.

Colapinto earns another year at Alpine

Alpine has ended one strand of the 2027 driver-market speculation by retaining Franco Colapinto alongside Pierre Gasly.

Browning gets another Williams FP1 at Monza

Williams reserve Luke Browning will replace Alex Albon in first practice at the Italian Grand Prix for his sixth outing with the team.

Pirelli chooses middle range for F1's Sepang return

Pirelli will bring its C2, C3 and C4 tyres to the relocated Bahrain Grand Prix at Sepang in October.

FIA grants no new engine concessions after second review

Formula 1's second ADUO assessment produced no additional upgrade opportunities for any power-unit manufacturer.

Imola prepares for possible emergency F1 return

Italian motorsport authorities say Imola is being readied as a possible substitute if Middle East uncertainty disrupts the end of the Formula 1 season.

Räikkönen family weighs academy options for Robin

Kimi Räikkönen's 11-year-old son Robin could join a Formula 1 driver-development programme before the end of the year.

Four drivers enter Haas evaluation for possible 2027 seat

Leonardo Fornaroli, Rafael Câmara, Ryo Hirakawa and Jack Doohan are reportedly being assessed as Haas considers its 2027 driver options.

Schumacher linked with Meyer Shank move for 2027

Mick Schumacher says his 2027 plans are settled amid reports that he will remain in IndyCar but move to Meyer Shank Racing.

Schumacher calls Antonelli Mercedes' clear number one

Ralf Schumacher believes championship leader Kimi Antonelli has already established himself ahead of George Russell at Mercedes.

AUGUST 26, 2026

Ferrari plans Schumacher tribute livery for Monza

Ferrari is reportedly preparing a special SF-26 livery and a wider programme of Monza tributes marking Michael Schumacher's first season with the team.

Mercedes investigates Antonelli's fading Dutch GP balance

Mercedes has begun a detailed investigation after Kimi Antonelli's W17 became progressively more difficult to drive during the Dutch Grand Prix.