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Verstappen fastest in the Spa spray: 2021 Belgian Grand Prix practice round-up
Max Verstappen finished final practice well clear of title rival Lewis Hamilton ahead of qualifying
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Why F1 teams have to wing it when rain is forecast at Spa — MPH
A wet race at Spa Francorchamps can see F1 at its most unpredictable. With rain likely for the 2021 Belgian GP, Mark Hughes explains why teams are forced to gamble on aero choices
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Le Mans Grand Prix would be ‘fun’ for F1, says Fernando Alonso
Formula 1 cars would have little trouble racing a full grand prix at Le Mans, Fernando Alonso has said, following an “emotional” demonstration lap last weekend ahead of the 24…
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‘Driving for Mercedes is hypothetical… for now’, says George Russell
George Russell and Valtteri Bottas weren’t giving much away about their F1 futures in Belgium as decision could be delayed until September
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Netflix confirms Season 4 of ‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive’
The fourth season of Formula 1: Drive to Survive, has been confirmed for release in 2022 by Netflix
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Rosberg: ‘Destructive phase of Hamilton vs Verstappen battle is just building up’
Nico Rosberg says that contact between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen was inevitable, whilst Christian Danner says the Merc driver had to show “he’s no chicken”
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Alpine confirms Fernando Alonso for 2022 Formula 1 season after signing contract extension
Alonso will remain with Alpine after signing a contract extension the team has announced
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2021 Belgian Grand Prix what to watch for: Battle lines drawn again
After a four-week break, Formula 1 is back at Spa with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen battling for the crown
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Does Ferrari really have the best F1 driver line-up?
Ferrari team boss Mattia Binotto claims he has the best drivers in F1. Chris Medland weighs up the competition for strongest driver line-up
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Verstappen fastest in the Spa spray: 2021 Belgian Grand Prix practice round-up
Max Verstappen finished final practice well clear of title rival Lewis Hamilton ahead of qualifying
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Why F1 teams have to wing it when rain is forecast at Spa — MPH
A wet race at Spa Francorchamps can see F1 at its most unpredictable. With rain likely for the 2021 Belgian GP, Mark Hughes explains why teams are forced to gamble on aero choices
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Le Mans Grand Prix would be ‘fun’ for F1, says Fernando Alonso
Formula 1 cars would have little trouble racing a full grand prix at Le Mans, Fernando Alonso has said, following an “emotional” demonstration lap last weekend ahead of the 24…
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‘Driving for Mercedes is hypothetical… for now’, says George Russell
George Russell and Valtteri Bottas weren’t giving much away about their F1 futures in Belgium as decision could be delayed until September
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Netflix confirms Season 4 of ‘Formula 1: Drive to Survive’
The fourth season of Formula 1: Drive to Survive, has been confirmed for release in 2022 by Netflix
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Rosberg: ‘Destructive phase of Hamilton vs Verstappen battle is just building up’
Nico Rosberg says that contact between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen was inevitable, whilst Christian Danner says the Merc driver had to show “he’s no chicken”
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Alpine confirms Fernando Alonso for 2022 Formula 1 season after signing contract extension
Alonso will remain with Alpine after signing a contract extension the team has announced
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2021 Belgian Grand Prix what to watch for: Battle lines drawn again
After a four-week break, Formula 1 is back at Spa with Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen battling for the crown
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Does Ferrari really have the best F1 driver line-up?
Ferrari team boss Mattia Binotto claims he has the best drivers in F1. Chris Medland weighs up the competition for strongest driver line-up
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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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