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Red Bull reportedly paid Dr Helmut Marko 8 million euros to remain silent after forcing the long-time adviser into retirement.

Adrian Newey has joined Honda in declaring that their strained relationship has improved significantly after a disastrous start to 2026.

Nine-time Le Mans winner and Audi ambassador Tom Kristensen has defended Formula 1's controversial 2026 regulations, although he admits the racing can sometimes appear artificial.

Formula 1's Middle East uncertainty is now disrupting plans for 2027, with Barcelona emerging as the likely replacement for Bahrain's traditional pre-season test.

Audi will not exploit every available ADUO development opportunity this season, after making a stronger-than-expected start to its Formula 1 project.

Bernie Ecclestone says Formula 1 would never have returned to Zandvoort without Max Verstappen.

Formula 2 leader Nikola Tsolov says he remains confident of earning a Formula 1 opportunity, despite Racing Bulls' existing drivers making the 2027 decision difficult.

Christijan Albers says Max Verstappen's relentless mentality is also creating a downside as uncertainty continues over his future at Red Bull.

Lando Norris says Formula 1 fame has begun to make him feel "violated" after paparazzi followed him through London for 40 minutes.

Formula 1's summer break could trigger a major midfield driver-market reshuffle involving Fernando Alonso, Carlos Sainz and Franco Colapinto.

Ferrari will continue bringing frequent smaller upgrades after the summer break rather than copying McLaren's strategy of introducing fewer but larger packages.

Mick Schumacher says he now wants to remain in IndyCar next season, despite beginning his 2026 campaign with hopes of eventually returning to Formula 1.

Honda says its relationship with Aston Martin, perceived early in 2026 as strained, has improved sharply as both sides prepare to combine the team's new chassis with an upgraded power unit at Zandvoort.

Jos Verstappen has bluntly rejected Dutch reports that Max Verstappen is preparing to recommit to Red Bull for 2027 while negotiating a richer contract without an exit clause.

Max Verstappen could finally confirm at Zandvoort that he will remain with Red Bull through 2028, according to former Formula 1 driver Robert Doornbos.

Lewis Hamilton has opened the first flagship store for his new trading-card business in Frankfurt.

Oliver Bearman has left the door open to leaving Ferrari's driver program if another team can offer him a faster route towards race wins and world championships.

A minor Formula 1 WAG dispute has erupted after Sylvia Tamsma, the former partner of triple world champion Nelson Piquet and mother of Max Verstappen's partner Kelly Piquet, criticised Alexandra Leclerc's Hungarian GP paddock appearance.

Mercedes is reportedly preparing an upgraded ADUO power unit for Monza as reliability problems and renewed performance pressure threaten its strong start to the 2026 season.

Formula 1 has offered Germany a rare sign of hope after years without a grand prix, confirming that initial talks have begun with Hockenheim about a possible long-term return.

Stefano Domenicali doubts Max Verstappen will walk away from Formula 1, but insists the sport would continue to thrive without him.

The lawyer representing Kimi Antonelli's former manager says the lawsuit against the championship leader is not merely about money, but recognition for years spent developing his career.

Stefano Domenicali says Formula 1 will not repeat its relocated Bahrain GP solution for Saudi Arabia, Qatar or Abu Dhabi, confirming that any disrupted season finale would instead move to Europe.

Confusion has already erupted over ticket sales and costs for Formula 1's relocated Bahrain GP at Sepang.