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.