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BRM V16 set to roar again with continuation cars
Fangio described it as a “monster”; Moss said it was “terrifying” and few who heard it in action will ever forget the wail. Now there’s a chance to find out…
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Lewis Hamilton: the seven-time Formula 1 champion
Does the true significance of Lewis Hamilton’s seventh world title stretch beyond just the record-breaking sporting achievement? For it is not just the statistics which are unprecedented, so too are…
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Relentless in seeking any advantage: Mark Donohue – Penske’s first racing muse
Mark Donohue is a nominee for this year’s Motor Sport Hall of Fame Awards, which are decided by readers. Scroll down to read more or click below to vote for…
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MPH: ‘Covid let me focus on my weaknesses… I’m getting better’ — Hamilton
Contracting Covid-19 was the major risk to Lewis Hamilton’s F1 title this year, so he’s obsessively protected himself. Staying isolated has brought benefits, writes Mark Hughes
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‘The mentality and work ethic of a winner’: Story of Schumacher’s success
It’s a record that many thought impossible to come close to, let alone equal. So when Lewis Hamilton added a seventh championship to move alongside Michael Schumacher at the top…
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History repeated? We’ve seen a duo like Hamilton & Mir before…
Mir and Alonso Take the two debut championship winners, for example. Two young Spaniards who rose above the rest with relentless consistency. Alonso’s immense 2005 form meant he finished on…
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Podcast: Stefan Johansson, Driving for Ferrari
Stefan Johansson looks back to his two years in Formula 1 with Ferrari in the mid-1980s: being interviewed by Enzo, leading in front of the Tifosi, and dealing with the emotional element of the team.
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MPH: Hamilton’s slick strategy — ‘He just knows what to do’
This was a race of tyre temperatures, and their wild variation between cars at different stages of the weekend. This was why the car which had been on pole for…
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Toto Wolff: What makes Lewis Hamilton an F1 great
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff explains what’s behind Lewis Hamilton’s Formula 1 dominance with the team
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BRM V16 set to roar again with continuation cars
Fangio described it as a “monster”; Moss said it was “terrifying” and few who heard it in action will ever forget the wail. Now there’s a chance to find out…
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Lewis Hamilton: the seven-time Formula 1 champion
Does the true significance of Lewis Hamilton’s seventh world title stretch beyond just the record-breaking sporting achievement? For it is not just the statistics which are unprecedented, so too are…
Hall of Fame
Relentless in seeking any advantage: Mark Donohue – Penske’s first racing muse
Mark Donohue is a nominee for this year’s Motor Sport Hall of Fame Awards, which are decided by readers. Scroll down to read more or click below to vote for…
F1
MPH: ‘Covid let me focus on my weaknesses… I’m getting better’ — Hamilton
Contracting Covid-19 was the major risk to Lewis Hamilton’s F1 title this year, so he’s obsessively protected himself. Staying isolated has brought benefits, writes Mark Hughes
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‘The mentality and work ethic of a winner’: Story of Schumacher’s success
It’s a record that many thought impossible to come close to, let alone equal. So when Lewis Hamilton added a seventh championship to move alongside Michael Schumacher at the top…
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History repeated? We’ve seen a duo like Hamilton & Mir before…
Mir and Alonso Take the two debut championship winners, for example. Two young Spaniards who rose above the rest with relentless consistency. Alonso’s immense 2005 form meant he finished on…
Motor Sport Podcast
Podcast: Stefan Johansson, Driving for Ferrari
Stefan Johansson looks back to his two years in Formula 1 with Ferrari in the mid-1980s: being interviewed by Enzo, leading in front of the Tifosi, and dealing with the emotional element of the team.
F1
MPH: Hamilton’s slick strategy — ‘He just knows what to do’
This was a race of tyre temperatures, and their wild variation between cars at different stages of the weekend. This was why the car which had been on pole for…
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Toto Wolff: What makes Lewis Hamilton an F1 great
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff explains what’s behind Lewis Hamilton’s Formula 1 dominance with the team
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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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