Grandprix.com - News - September 2021

F1 eyes third Grand Slam title for 2022

Formula 1 could be set to introduce a third world title.

Perez's similar struggles not comforting says Albon

Alex Albon denies that Sergio Perez's struggles this year have been "comforting" to watch.

Ferrari admits 20hp deficit to Mercedes engine

A heavily upgraded Ferrari power unit, packing between 10-15hp more power, looks set to make its Formula 1 debut at the forthcoming Turkish or US grands prix in October.

Marko slams Hamilton crash and injury stories

Dr Helmut Marko has poured fuel on the fire by suggesting Mercedes is to blame for revving up the controversy surrounding the Max Verstappen-Lewis Hamilton crash.

Marko admits he was wrong about Halo

Dr Helmut Marko admits he was wrong about Formula 1's cockpit protection innovation 'Halo'.

Aston Martin's intention to keep Vettel for 2022 says Stroll

Team owner Lawrence Stroll says it is Aston Martin's "firm intention" to stick with Sebastian Vettel in 2022.

Hamilton willing to have a beer with Verstappen

Lewis Hamilton has flagged the possibility of sharing "a beer" with his 2021 championship rival Max Verstappen.

Title war not dirty like Senna-Prost says Villeneuve

1997 world champion Jacques Villeneuve has moved to play down the high controversy surrounding 2021 title rivals Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton.

Verstappen may double-up penalty at Sochi says Marko

Red Bull is ready to move on and "make the best of it" at Sochi next weekend, as the controversy surrounding the Verstappen-Hamilton crash at Monza races on.

Raikkonen set for Sochi return

Kimi Raikkonen says he is on track to return to his Formula 1 cockpit at Sochi next weekend.

Claims of Senna-like foul nonsense says Marko

Dr Helmut Marko says claims Max Verstappen deliberately took out championship rival Lewis Hamilton at Monza are "nonsense".

No plan B for Aston Martin amid Vettel rumours

Otmar Szafnauer has slammed reports that all is not well with the relationship between Aston Martin and quadruple world champion Sebastian Vettel.

Leclerc eyes further two-year Ferrari extension

Charles Leclerc wants to extend his already long-term Ferrari deal for a further two years.

Saudi Arabian group eyes F1 takeover?

A group from Saudi Arabia is reportedly poised to buy Formula 1's commercial rights from Liberty Media.

Wolff wants Volkswagen to enter F1 in 2026

Mercedes wants to "compromise" on the 2026 engine rule changes to enable Volkswagen to enter Formula 1.

Verstappen receives 3-place grid penalty in Russia

Following the Race Director and Stewards meeting with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen following the Italian Grand Prix it was announced that Verstappen will receive a 3-place grid place drop after qualifying in the next event in Russia.