Formula One News — October 2020

OCTOBER 9, 2020

Friday Press Conference

Eifel GP - Friday Press Conference

Friday Team Quotes

Eifel GP - Friday Team Quotes

Hamilton admits concern about team covid case

Lewis Hamilton has admitted to "concern" after a member of the Mercedes team tested positive for covid-19.

Schumacher says F1 future still very open

At the Nurburgring for his Friday practice debut, Mick Schumacher would not answer whether his 2021 Alfa Romeo race deal is now signed and sealed.

Raikkonen denies signing 2021 Alfa Romeo deal

Kimi Raikkonen has hit back at reports that he has now signed up to remain with Alfa Romeo in 2021.

No miracles with new Ferrari parts says Leclerc

Charles Leclerc says he is not expecting "miracles" from another Ferrari upgrade this weekend at the Nurburgring.

Verstappen denies giving up on Red Bull

Max Verstappen has dismissed as "rubbish" suggestions that he is falling out with Red Bull.

Vettel admits buying Aston Martin shares

Ferrari driver Sebastian Vettel has confirmed that he has bought into Alfa Romeo.

Hamilton opposed to F1's new Rio de Janeiro race

Lewis Hamilton has come out in opposition to the new Brazilian GP project in Rio de Janeiro.

Steiner admits meeting with Russian billionaire

Gunther Steiner has admitted to meeting with Russian billionaire Dmitry Mazepin.

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Red Bull could quit F1 over engine situation

Red Bull may pull out of Formula 1 if it cannot find a "competitive" alternative to works Honda power.

Experts split over Hamilton's F1 greatness

As Lewis Hamilton looks to match and beat Michael Schumacher's all time records, the jury is still out regarding the British driver's greatness.

Verstappen must have competitive 2021 car says Jos

Red Bull needs to "worry" if it cannot supply a "competitive car" to Max Verstappen for 2021.

Alfa Romeo to announce Schumacher for 2021 race seat?

Formula 1 is abuzz with rumours that Mick Schumacher's 2021 Formula 1 race debut will be confirmed this weekend at the Nurburgring.

F1 should speed up new engine rules says Marko

Formula 1 should consider speeding up the sport's move to new engine regulations, according to Red Bull's Dr Helmut Marko.

OCTOBER 7, 2020

Mercedes committed to F1 after Honda exit news

Mercedes has reiterated its commitment to Formula 1, allaying fears that the sport may be about to lose more teams or manufacturers.

Mateschitz will decide engine solution says Horner

Red Bull wants "clarity" about its engine solution for 2022 before the end of the year.

No engine clause in Verstappen contract

Christian Horner has played down rumours Red Bull could lose Max Verstappen in the wake of Honda's shock decision to quit Formula 1.

Carey says F1 race deal reached with Rio de Janeiro

Chase Carey has confirmed that Rio de Janeiro is on course to join the Formula 1 calendar.

Alonso to test 2020 Renault next week

Fernando Alonso looks set to make his debut in Renault's 2020 car next week.

Covid era makes F1 debut easier for Schumacher

F1's current covid restrictions are a blessing for Mick Schumacher ahead of his race weekend debut at the Nurburgring.

Annual race alternation could revive German GP

Nurburgring boss Mirco Markfort is hoping this weekend's race at the famous venue boosts the chances of a proper return to the Formula 1 calendar.

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Nurburgring hopes to stay on F1 calendar

The boss of the Nurburgring is unsure whether this weekend's race will be a one-off for the former Formula 1 venue.

Verstappen would enjoy Hamilton-like dominance

Max Verstappen says he would enjoy dominating Formula 1.