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From 22nd to 1st: Watson on his Long Beach F1 overtaking masterclass
Forty years ago today, John Watson rocketed through the field to win from 22nd in Long Beach – it’s a record which has never been beaten
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David Sanchez, the recently resigned Ferrari chief of engineering, who was responsible for the design of 2022’s F1-75 and 2023’s SF-23, is on his way back to McLaren, where he…
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David Brabham set for ‘lump-in-throat drive’ of dad Jack’s BT19
David Brabham will pilot his dad Jack’s BT19, the only eponymous F1 car to win the world title, on the Adelaide street circuit this weekend in an “emotional” outing
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MPH: Ferrari knows where its car is failing – but can’t fix it
Ferrari is edging the fight for second-best on Saturday due to Charles Leclerc’s heroics, but loses out as the weekend progresses
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F1’s chasing pack: the teams making progress in pursuit of Red Bull
Red Bull remained in front at the Saudi Arabian GP, but there were some interesting developments among the teams trying to catch the world champions, as the race data shows
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‘We’re pushing like hell – Red Bull can be caught’, says Ferrari F1 boss
Ferrari’s dwindling pace during the Saudi Arabian GP saw it finish behind Aston Martin and Mercedes. But F1 team principal Fred Vasseur believes finding the car’s sweet spot will bring a “decent step” towards the front
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Medland: ‘Don’t despair at Red Bull dominance — it’s what F1 needs’
The 2023 F1 season is threatening to turn into a ‘boring’ Red Bull walkover. What is the problem with that? asks Chris Medland
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Ultimate Scalextric set revealed: visitors can race on Silverstone replica
A 25-metre-long Scalextric recreation of Silverstone will go on display at the circuit’s museum over Easter, with visitors able to take part in time trials and tournaments
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‘Hamilton hasn’t got F1 car he needs’: Mercedes races to save its season
After a season of struggling to catch Red Bull, Mercedes is even further back in 2023, with a car that Lewis Hamilton can’t connect with. But team boss Toto Wolff says it’s making big steps after realising its concept was wrong
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From 22nd to 1st: Watson on his Long Beach F1 overtaking masterclass
Forty years ago today, John Watson rocketed through the field to win from 22nd in Long Beach – it’s a record which has never been beaten
Archive
Word on the beat
David Sanchez, the recently resigned Ferrari chief of engineering, who was responsible for the design of 2022’s F1-75 and 2023’s SF-23, is on his way back to McLaren, where he…
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David Brabham set for ‘lump-in-throat drive’ of dad Jack’s BT19
David Brabham will pilot his dad Jack’s BT19, the only eponymous F1 car to win the world title, on the Adelaide street circuit this weekend in an “emotional” outing
F1
MPH: Ferrari knows where its car is failing – but can’t fix it
Ferrari is edging the fight for second-best on Saturday due to Charles Leclerc’s heroics, but loses out as the weekend progresses
F1
F1’s chasing pack: the teams making progress in pursuit of Red Bull
Red Bull remained in front at the Saudi Arabian GP, but there were some interesting developments among the teams trying to catch the world champions, as the race data shows
F1
‘We’re pushing like hell – Red Bull can be caught’, says Ferrari F1 boss
Ferrari’s dwindling pace during the Saudi Arabian GP saw it finish behind Aston Martin and Mercedes. But F1 team principal Fred Vasseur believes finding the car’s sweet spot will bring a “decent step” towards the front
Opinion
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Medland: ‘Don’t despair at Red Bull dominance — it’s what F1 needs’
The 2023 F1 season is threatening to turn into a ‘boring’ Red Bull walkover. What is the problem with that? asks Chris Medland
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Ultimate Scalextric set revealed: visitors can race on Silverstone replica
A 25-metre-long Scalextric recreation of Silverstone will go on display at the circuit’s museum over Easter, with visitors able to take part in time trials and tournaments
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‘Hamilton hasn’t got F1 car he needs’: Mercedes races to save its season
After a season of struggling to catch Red Bull, Mercedes is even further back in 2023, with a car that Lewis Hamilton can’t connect with. But team boss Toto Wolff says it’s making big steps after realising its concept was wrong
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MPH: How FIA can intervene immediately over ‘trick’ Mercedes F1 engine
Mercedes is rumoured to have an engine innovation promising a significant advantage over other Formula 1 power units. It could mean rivals are allowed extra benefits to catch up, explains Mark Hughes
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Adrian Newey’s new role… we didn’t see this coming!
Adrian Newey a team boss? That really was not on anyone’s bingo card. Ever. But it came to pass on the eve of the Qatar Grand Prix as Aston Martin…
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MPH: 2025 F1 grid was the closest in years, but why?
As the ground-effect era draws to a close, Mark Hughes uses qualifying data and technical insight to explain why the Formula 1 field has converged – and why the reasons go far beyond the rules alone
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Jamie Chadwick shines at the Silverstone 4 Hours
IDEC Sport Silverstone 4 Hours 14/9/25 A home win for Jamie Chadwick capped a happy return for contemporary Le Mans Prototype racing to the UK, as the European Le Mans…
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McLaren drivers swapped tips ahead of Chinese GP. Norris also quietly planned attack
Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris worked together ahead of the 2025 Chinese GP, finding the pace that delivered a 1-2 finish, while Norris also prepared to attack his team-mate during the race. Brake issues denied him, says Mark Hughes but the F1 title duel is coming
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One race to prove himself at Alpine? Heat is on Jack Doohan as Ocon signs off
Esteban Ocon’s Alpine stint ended at the 2024 Qatar GP, giving Jack Doohan a make-or-break F1 chance in Abu Dhabi. Elsewhere FIA boss Mohammed Ben Sulayem dismissed driver concerns and mechanics just wanted a kip: Chris Medland‘s paddock diary
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Autolinking test 3: What’s new in Formula 1 2023: drivers, team bosses and rules
All the refreshed driver pairings, team principal changes, and subtle regulation tweaks that could shake up the 2023 F1 season
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Autolinking test: What’s new in Formula 1 2023: drivers, team bosses and rules
All the refreshed driver pairings, team principal changes, and subtle regulation tweaks that could shake up the 2023 F1 season
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Matt Bishop: Just four drivers from F1’s first decade remain alive
The death last week of Hans Herrmann leaves just four living drivers who raced in 1950s world championship grands prix. The first decade of Formula 1 will soon slip beyond living memory
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