Formula One News — May 2020

MAY 4, 2020

Mercedes will sell team over corona crisis says Jordan

Eddie Jordan says he is "convinced" that most manufacturers in Formula 1 could quit the sport over the fallout of the corona crisis.

Paul Ricard disappointed by longer racing ban

Paul Ricard boss Stephane Clair says he is disappointed that racing in France will not be able to resume until August at the earliest.

Crisis could keep Haas in F1 says Magnussen

Kevin Magnussen has played down fears Haas team owner Gene Haas could be poised to pull the pin on his Formula 1 project.

MAY 1, 2020

Draft 2020 calendar includes Spa, Hungary

Spa-Francorchamps, Monza, Hanoi, Baku and other Formula 1 host venues have now emerged on a draft 19-race 2020 calendar set to begin in July.

F1 set to reduce downforce for 2021 despite freeze

F1 is planning some technical changes for 2021, even though it was earlier decided to 'freeze' car design amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Pecking order unchanged by corona says Magnussen

The pecking order in Formula 1 is unlikely to be changed by the corona crisis shutdown.

Ricciardo decision key to Lundgaard's future

An 18-year-old driver says Daniel Ricciardo's looming decision could be the key to own his Formula 1 race career.

Wolff not getting involved at Racing Point says Szafnauer

Racing Point's boss has played down speculation that Toto Wolff is set to get involved in the team.

Difficult days for DTM future says Berger

There are growing fears about the ongoing viability of the premier German touring car championship DTM.