Latest Formula One News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2025
Drivers push back on F1's sprint and short-race vision
Formula 1 drivers are pushing back against Stefano Domenicali's suggestion that grands prix may be shortened while more sprint races are added to satisfy new audiences.
Verstappen plays down Ferrari rumours at Monza
Max Verstappen has responded directly to fresh speculation linking him with Ferrari for 2027.
Herta confirms F2 move in bold step towards F1
Colton Herta has admitted he is taking a major risk by leaving Indycar to chase his Formula 1 dream with Cadillac.
Barcelona and Hockenheim respond to F1 talks
Both Barcelona and Hockenheim have confirmed they are in active discussions with Formula 1 about securing places on the evolving calendar.
Sainz, Williams push FIA on stewarding consistency
Carlos Sainz says even the FIA privately acknowledged its stewards may have erred in penalising him at Zandvoort.
SEPTEMBER 4, 2025
Thursday Press Conference
Italy GP - Thursday Press Conference
Herta to Cadillac, F2 move on the cards
Colton Herta's long-speculated Formula 1 switch with Cadillac has now been confirmed.
Audi promises concrete preview of F1 project
Audi says fans will soon get their first real glimpse of the marque's preparations for its 2026 Formula 1 debut.
Domenicali even floats shorter grands prix
A day after hinting at more sprint races and even reverse grids, it emerges that F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali went even further than that - suggesting the length of grands prix themselves could be cut.
Massa prepares for key crashgate hearings
Felipe Massa has revealed new details about his ongoing legal battle over the 2008 "Crashgate" scandal, describing it as a fight for justice that goes beyond sport.
Ralf Schumacher moved by first Maranello visit
Ralf Schumacher has described his first visit to Ferrari's Maranello heartland as a deeply emotional experience.
Mick's Cadillac collapse leaves future unclear
Mick Schumacher's hoped-for future with Cadillac has evaporated - leaving his motorsport career at another crossroads.
SEPTEMBER 3, 2025
Cadillac F1 signs Herta as test driver for 2026
The Cadillac Formula 1 Team has confirmed American racer Colton Herta as its first Test Driver as the new outfit builds towards its 2026 Formula 1 World Championship debut.
Ferrari revives 1975 spirit for Monza tribute
Scuderia Ferrari HP will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Niki Lauda’s first world championship title this weekend at the Italian Grand Prix with a special livery, retro team kit, and a host of fan-focused initiatives at Monza.
Domenicali warns Monza future not assured
Even the Italian GP at Monza may not be safe, F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has admitted ahead of this weekend's race.
Even Verstappen podium unlikely at Monza says Marko
Dr Helmut Marko has warned that Red Bull may struggle even to reach the podium at Monza this weekend, despite the circuit's layout appearing more favourable than Zandvoort.
Domenicali admits fans confused as next V8 era looms
Formula 1 is under pressure to sell its radical 2026 engine regulations to sceptical fans - even as talks already turn to the next set of rules beyond that.
Marko tips Hadjar for Red Bull alongside Verstappen
Isack Hadjar looks increasingly destined to line up alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull in 2026.
Bosses laugh off Verstappen swap to Racing Bulls
Fernando Alonso joked after Zandvoort that if Max Verstappen had been driving a Racing Bulls, he might already be world champion again.
Dutch royal linked to FIA presidential bid
The next FIA president could be backed by a member of the Dutch royal family.
No formal announcement needed for 2026 says Wolff
Toto Wolff has moved to finally end speculation about Mercedes' 2026 lineup, insisting both George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will remain in silver.
Domenicali signals more sprints - and reverse grids
Stefano Domenicali has dropped the clearest hint yet that Formula 1 will expand its sprint race format - and even experiment with reverse grids.
Thai GP plans hit fresh political turbulence
Thailand's high-speed push to join Formula 1's calendar is facing new political turbulence.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2025
Hadjar can't say no to Red Bull seat says Panis
Olivier Panis says Isack Hadjar's stunning Zandvoort podium proves the 20-year-old rookie has the character to succeed alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull.