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Marko responds to Perez retirement rumours with 'let's see'
Liam Lawson appears to be positioning himself as a potential future teammate for Max Verstappen at Red Bull Racing in 2025, as persistent rumours swirl that Sergio Perez could retire.
10:30
Audi permitted to exceed F1 budget cap in 2026
Audi will be allowed to spend more than its Formula 1 rivals under the sport's budget cap regulations from 2026, thanks to the higher wage costs associated with operating out of Switzerland.
Oct 21, 08:30
Charles Leclerc wins United States Grand Prix, Max Verstappen extends Formula 1 Championship lead
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc wins the United States Grand Prix in Austin, while Championship leader Max Verstappen benefits from a late penalty handed to Lando Norris.
Oct 20, 22:02
Leclerc says 2024 title triumph would be undeserved
Charles Leclerc has admitted that if he were to win the 2024 world championship, he wouldn't feel that he "deserved" it.
Oct 19, 08:59
Norris denies influence over fastest lap rule change
Lando Norris doubts that a surprise Formula 1 rule change, scrapping the fastest lap bonus point, had anything to do with the controversy surrounding him at the Singapore Grand Prix.
Oct 18, 10:00
Ocon signed with Haas unaware of Toyota partnership
Esteban Ocon made the decision to sign with Haas without knowing that the Ferrari-powered team would later announce a significant partnership with Toyota.
Oct 17, 11:00
Sainz stays silent on Binotto's controversial Hamilton comment
Carlos Sainz is keeping his thoughts to himself following remarks from a well-known figure in Formula 1 who said he would not have swapped the Spaniard for Lewis Hamilton.
Oct 17, 07:30
Vowles admits Williams 'wasn't ready' for Adrian Newey
Williams "wasn't ready" for the high-calibre influence of Adrian Newey, according to team boss James Vowles.
Oct 14, 11:40
Audi boss keeps Schumacher in mind for 2025 F1 seat
Mick Schumacher is "definitely" a strong candidate to form an all-German driver lineup at Audi-owned Sauber in 2025, according to Audi F1 boss Mattia Binotto.
Oct 14, 11:10
I wouldn't have signed Hamilton for Ferrari - Binotto
Mattia Binotto, former Ferrari team boss, revealed that he would not have signed seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton if he were still in charge at Maranello.
Oct 14, 10:40
No F1 team or engine plans for Toyota yet, say bosses
Despite its new technical partnership with Haas, Toyota has confirmed that it has "no plans" to re-enter Formula 1 as a team or build its own power unit.
Oct 14, 08:39
Toyota returning to F1 with Haas partnership
Haas has officially confirmed a partnership with Toyota, bringing the Japanese manufacturer back into Formula 1.
Oct 11, 13:05
Leclerc did not block Hamilton joining Ferrari, says Vasseur
Charles Leclerc did not attempt to block Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari, according to team principal Frederic Vasseur.
Oct 11, 11:05
Massa tips Colapinto for Audi's vacant 2025 F1 seat
Felipe Massa believes that Audi could seize the opportunity to sign impressive Formula 1 rookie Franco Colapinto for the 2025 season.
Oct 10, 12:00
CEO Dollner outlines independent approach for Audi F1
Audi is structuring its Formula 1 involvement to ensure the team in Hinwil retains full independent decision-making authority, according to CEO Gernot Dollner.
Oct 10, 10:50
Renault will not block departing Alpine F1 staff, says CEO
Renault has decided not to block disaffected engine staff at Viry-Chatillon from moving immediately to rival Formula 1 teams.
Oct 8, 10:45
Mansell criticises Ferrari for missing out on Newey
Nigel Mansell, the 1992 world champion, believes Ferrari was "short sighted" in not pursuing Adrian Newey more aggressively when they had the chance.
Oct 8, 09:00
Marko cautious about Antonelli's F1 future with Mercedes
Dr. Helmut Marko admits that Kimi Antonelli's potential may not necessarily translate into success at Mercedes.
Oct 7, 10:50
Carlos Sainz Sr. respects son's decision to reject Audi
Carlos Sainz's father has expressed his "respect" for his son's decision to sign with Williams for the 2025 season, after turning down offers from both Audi and Alpine.
Oct 7, 09:50
F1 bringing back real champagne to podium
Real French champagne will soon return to Formula 1 podium celebrations.
Oct 3, 18:30
