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- 1Sebastian Vettel opens up on life after F1 retirement●Sebastian Vettel gives update on F1 future as he opens up on life after retirement https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/se
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Sebastian Vettel has spoken about his life since retiring from the sport and addressed whether he might return to the grid. He says he remains open to opportunities but is content away from full-time racing. Motorsport fans are sharing his comments as they speculate about a possible comeback.
- 2George Russell's Baku win fuels 'cracked the code' theory▼George Russell Baku F1 win sparks "cracked the code" theory
George Russell won the Formula 1 race in Baku, Azerbaijan, prompting a theory among fans and motorsport media that the Mercedes driver has 'cracked the code' of the tricky street circuit or of extracting peak performance from his car. Outlets including Motorsport.com and Yahoo Sports have picked up on the discussion, with debate focused on how Russell managed the win and what it signals about Mercedes' form.
- 3George Russell's Baku F1 win sparks 'cracked the code' theory▼George Russell Baku F1 win sparks "cracked the code" theory https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/george-russell-baku-f1-wi
George Russell won the Formula 1 race in Baku, prompting fans and commentators to suggest he has 'cracked the code' of the Azerbaijan street circuit. Discussion centres on whether his approach or Mercedes' setup gave him an edge, and what the result means for the championship battle.
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Formula 1's Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku delivered a chaotic street race, prompting analysis of which drivers and teams came out ahead and who suffered. Motorsport.com ran a winners-and-losers breakdown of the 'street brawl', reflecting a race marked by on-track incidents and setbacks for several competitors, while fans and pundits debated the key moments that shaped the result.
- 5Franco Colapinto penalised for causing Baku F1 pile-up▼Franco Colapinto penalty revealed for causing Baku F1 pile-up
Argentine driver Franco Colapinto has been given a penalty for causing a multi-car crash during the Formula 1 race in Baku. Motorsport.com reported the details of the sanction handed down by stewards after the incident. The crash and resulting penalty have drawn attention from fans and commentators as the F1 season continues.
- 6Lando Norris apologises to Franco Colapinto over race ban remarks●Lando Norris apologises to Franco Colapinto over F1 race ban comments https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/lando-norris-ap
McLaren driver Lando Norris has publicly apologised to Franco Colapinto after comments he made regarding a possible race ban for the Argentine driver. Norris acknowledged his remarks were unfair and moved to clarify the situation ahead of upcoming race weekends. The exchange has drawn attention among Formula 1 fans as championship tensions rise and drivers' off-track statements face greater scrutiny.
- 7Leclerc admits Ferrari missed development step rivals made▼Charles Leclerc: "McLaren and Red Bull did a step forward that we didn't do" https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/charles-
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc says McLaren and Red Bull have made a step forward in car development that Ferrari did not match, openly acknowledging the team has fallen behind its main Formula 1 rivals. His candid assessment fuels debate over Ferrari's development direction and competitiveness this season.
- 8Alpine issues statement over Colapinto abuse▼Alpine makes statement as Franco Colapinto-related abuse accelerates https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/alpine-makes-sta
Alpine has released a statement responding to a wave of online abuse connected to Argentine driver Franco Colapinto, amid speculation linking him to a seat at the team. The team's comments address the harassment directed at its personnel and social media channels as fan campaigns over the F1 driver market intensify.
- 9Russell and Verstappen say race ban talk on Colapinto is too harsh▼Race ban talk "too harsh" on Franco Colapinto, George Russell and Max Verstappen say https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/
Formula 1 drivers George Russell and Max Verstappen have publicly argued that suggestions Franco Colapinto deserves a race ban are too harsh. The comments come amid debate over penalties following recent on-track incidents involving the Argentine driver. The two prominent drivers' defence of Colapinto is fueling discussion among fans and pundits about whether punishment calls in the sport have gone too far.
- 10Lewis Hamilton pays tribute to late dog Roscoe●Lewis Hamilton honours Roscoe with touching tribute one year after his death https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/lewis-ha
Formula 1 star Lewis Hamilton has marked one year since the death of his beloved bulldog Roscoe with a touching tribute. Roscoe was a familiar figure in the paddock and on Hamilton's social media for years, making the loss widely felt among fans. Hamilton's post remembering his pet has drawn warm reactions from the motorsport community.
- 11Piastri calls costly Baku error that ended podium hopes "a bit weird"▼Oscar Piastri: Error that cost me F1 Azerbaijan GP podium was "a bit weird" https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/oscar-pia
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri described the mistake that cost him a podium finish at the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku as "a bit weird", admitting he could not fully explain the error. The Australian had been in a strong position to finish on the podium before slipping up, and his comments have drawn attention from fans and pundits discussing what went wrong.
- 12Vasseur mocks Horner speculation with Ferrari quip●"Mr Horner is looking for a job" - Frederic Vasseur claps back at Ferrari rumours https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/mr-
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has publicly dismissed speculation linking Christian Horner to a role at the Italian team, quipping that "Mr Horner is looking for a job." The remark comes amid ongoing paddock chatter about Horner's future after his departure from Red Bull and persistent rumours about Ferrari's own team leadership. Vasseur's blunt response is being widely picked up across the Formula 1 world.
- 13Has George Russell hit his stride too late in the F1 season?▼Has George Russell hit his stride too late? 'With this form I would have been in the fight' https://www.motorsport.com/f
George Russell says his recent run of strong form came too late to mount a title challenge, stating that 'with this form I would have been in the fight'. The Mercedes driver's improved results have prompted debate over whether a stronger mid-season showing could have put him among the championship contenders.
- 14How Red Bull bounced back at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix●What made Red Bull so fast in the Azerbaijan GP after Max Verstappen's qualifying issue https://www.motorsport.com/f1/ne
Red Bull delivered a standout pace in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix despite Max Verstappen encountering a qualifying problem earlier in the weekend, prompting analysis of how the team recovered its speed. Motorsport.com examines the technical and strategic factors that allowed the squad to rebound from the Saturday setback, a story drawing attention from Formula 1 fans following the race in Baku.
- 15Liam Lawson questions no penalty for Arvid Lindblad after floor damage●Liam Lawson: "I don't understand" why Arvid Lindblad escaped penalty after wrecking my floor https://www.motorsport.com/
Liam Lawson says he does not understand why Racing Bulls junior Arvid Lindblad escaped a penalty after contact wrecked the floor of his car. The New Zealand driver voiced his frustration publicly, questioning the stewards' decision not to punish the incident. The remarks have sparked debate among Formula 1 fans about consistency in officiating and how junior drivers are treated when they clash with established race drivers.
- 16Alex Brundle praises Isack Hadjar's comeback drive in Baku▼Isack Hadjar earns "team-mate points" after "exceptional comeback" in Baku, says Alex Brundle https://www.motorsport.com
Isack Hadjar has been praised by broadcaster Alex Brundle for an "exceptional comeback" during the Formula 1 race weekend in Baku, Azerbaijan. Brundle said the Racing Bulls driver earned "team-mate points" with his recovery performance, drawing attention to Hadjar's reputation as one of the strongest rookies on the current grid. Commentators see it as further proof of his potential for a future seat at a top team.
- 17Flavio Briatore apologises to Lando Norris after Azerbaijan GP crash●Flavio Briatore apologises to Lando Norris after Azerbaijan GP crash https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/flavio-briatore-
Flavio Briatore has publicly apologised to Lando Norris following the McLaren driver's crash at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku. The apology from the Alpine executive, who previously managed Norris' career rivalries in Formula 1, has drawn attention from motorsport fans debating the exchange and Norris' costly mistake during the race weekend.
- 18Verstappen 'nightmare fuel' for Russell in Baku, says Brundle▼Max Verstappen was "nightmare fuel" for George Russell in Baku, says Alex Brundle https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/max
Alex Brundle has described Max Verstappen as "nightmare fuel" for George Russell following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku. The comment frames Verstappen's pace and pressure as a serious problem for Russell, and the remark is being circulated among Formula 1 fans discussing the drivers' rivalry and race performance.
- 19Mercedes surprised by Antonelli's 'Monza 2.0' form in Baku▼Why Mercedes didn't expect "Monza 2.0" from Kimi Antonelli in Baku https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/why-mercedes-didnt
Mercedes did not expect rookie Kimi Antonelli to repeat his Monza-level pace at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, according to Motorsport.com. The Italian teenager's strong speed on a very different street circuit has drawn attention, with the team itself admitting his performance went beyond their expectations for the weekend.
- 20Arvid Lindblad apologises after Baku clash with Racing Bulls team-mate●Arvid Lindblad issues apology after Racing Bulls team-mate clash in Baku https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/arvid-lindbl
Racing Bulls driver Arvid Lindblad has publicly apologised following a collision with his team-mate during the Formula 1 weekend in Baku, Azerbaijan. The incident between the two Racing Bulls cars has drawn attention to the young driver's racecraft and the team's internal dynamics, with the apology quickly becoming a talking point among motorsport fans.
- 21Red Bull impressed by Isack Hadjar's outstanding F1 return●The one detail that impresses Red Bull most about Isack Hadjar's "outstanding" F1 return https://www.motorsport.com/f1/n
Red Bull has praised Isack Hadjar's "outstanding" return to Formula 1 action, with the team reportedly most impressed by one particular detail of his performance. The French rookie's form has drawn attention within the paddock as he builds on a strong start to his first full season, strengthening his case as one of the standout young drivers in the Red Bull junior programme.
- 22Why McLaren lagged Mercedes on Baku's straights▼Why McLaren was so much slower than Mercedes on Baku's straights https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/why-mclaren-was-so-m
Analysis from Motorsport examines why McLaren was significantly slower than Mercedes on the long straights of the Baku street circuit in Azerbaijan. The piece explores technical factors such as aerodynamic efficiency and top-speed differences between the two cars, a topic drawing attention as Formula 1 teams' straight-line performance gaps come under scrutiny following the race weekend.
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NASCAR returns to Las Vegas Motor Speedway this weekend, with fans and media focusing on how to follow the action. Motorsport.com has published the full weekend schedule, start times, the entry list and TV broadcast details for the Las Vegas II round, giving spectators everything needed to watch practices, qualifying and the main race on television or streaming.
- 24Montoya praises Colapinto's aggressive style despite Baku crash●Juan Pablo Montoya admires Franco Colapinto's "aggressive" approach despite Baku crash https://www.motorsport.com/f1/new
Former F1 race winner Juan Pablo Montoya has defended young Argentine driver Franco Colapintointo, saying he admires the rookie's aggressive racing approach despite his crash during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend in Baku. Montoya's comments come as Colapinto faces scrutiny over costly mistakes while trying to establish himself in Formula 1, with fans debating whether his bold style is an asset or a liability.
- 25George Russell reveals F1 drivers' Langkawi trip before Bahrain GP▼George Russell details F1 drivers' Langkawi boys' trip ahead of Bahrain GP in Malaysia https://www.motorsport.com/f1/new
Mercedes driver George Russell has spoken about a group holiday he and several fellow Formula 1 drivers took to Langkawi, Malaysia, in the build-up to the Bahrain Grand Prix. The trip, described by Russell as a 'boys' trip', gave the grid a rare chance to relax together before the season ramps up, and the story has been picked up widely by motorsport media.
- 26Hamilton and Leclerc test rare Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale at Fiorano▼Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc test rare Ferrari 12Cilindri Manuale at Fiorano https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/le
Ferrari Formula 1 drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc tested the rare 12Cilindri Manuale at the Fiorano circuit, according to Motorsport.com. The manual-gearbox version of Ferrari's V12 grand tourer is a limited model, and the two stars sampling it at the team's home test track has drawn attention from motorsport and car fans alike.
- 27Bahrain Grand Prix Friday practice: schedule, weather and viewing details▼F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia: Friday schedule, weather forecast and how to watch
Formula 1 teams are on track at the Bahrain Grand Prix for Friday practice, with Malaysian fans checking local session times, weather conditions in Sakhir and broadcast options ahead of qualifying weekend. Coverage from Motorsport.com and Yahoo Sports lays out the Friday schedule and how viewers in Malaysia can follow the action as the season continues under desert conditions.
- 28Ayrton Senna's 1991 Honda NSX heads to auction▼Ayrton Senna's 1991 Honda NSX to go under the hammer for eye-watering sum https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/ayrton-senn
A 1991 Honda NSX owned by three-time Formula 1 world champion Ayrton Senna is set to be sold at auction, with expectations of a very high price given its provenance. The car, linked to the Brazilian legend's peak years with McLaren-Honda, is drawing attention from collectors and motorsport fans alike, who see it as a rare piece of F1 history.
- 29Mercedes reveals F1 Bahrain GP updates▼Mercedes reveals F1 Bahrain GP updates https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/mercedes-reveals-f1-bahrain-gp-updates/1086077
Mercedes has revealed updates to its Formula 1 car ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix, as reported by Motorsport.com. The team is looking to improve its form as the season progresses, and the new parts are expected to attract attention from fans and rivals analysing whether the changes can close the gap to the front-runners in Sakhir.
- 30Bahrain Grand Prix Friday schedule and viewing guide for Malaysia▼F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia: Friday schedule, weather forecast and how to watch https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/f1-bahr
Motorsport.com has published a guide for Formula 1's Bahrain Grand Prix aimed at fans in Malaysia, laying out the Friday practice schedule, the local weather forecast, and broadcast details for watching the session. It offers viewers in Malaysia the converted timings and practical information they need to follow the opening day of the race weekend.
- 31Christian Horner responds to Ferrari F1 links via Martin Brundle▼Martin Brundle shares Christian Horner's response to Ferrari F1 links https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/martin-brundle-
Martin Brundle has shared Christian Horner's response to speculation linking him with a role at Ferrari in Formula 1. Horner, who left Red Bull after two decades leading the team, has been the subject of persistent paddock rumours about a comeback. His reply, relayed by Brundle, addresses whether he could join the Italian team.
- 32Steiner jokes Horner-to-Ferrari talk boosts his book sales▼Guenther Steiner jokes Christian Horner Ferrari talk is good book publicity https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/guenther-
Guenther Steiner has joked that speculation linking Christian Horner with a move to Ferrari is good publicity for his book. The former Haas team principal made the quip as rumours about Horner's future in Formula 1 circulate, using the speculation to promote his own publishing venture.
- 33Apple TV to stream F1 Bahrain Grand Prix weekend free▼Apple TV offers free access to entire F1 Bahrain Grand Prix weekend: How to watch https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/app
Apple TV is giving viewers free access to the entire Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix weekend, including practice, qualifying and the race itself. Motorsport.com has published a guide explaining how fans can watch without a paid subscription. The move is drawing attention as Apple expands its involvement in motorsport broadcasting ahead of the new F1 season.
- 34Long-run pace points to Verstappen as Bahrain favourite▼F1 Bahrain GP long runs: Max Verstappen the favourite in Malaysia?
Analysis of Formula 1 long-run pace from Bahrain testing suggests Max Verstappen heads into the season-opening weekend as the driver to beat. Motorsport.com's breakdown of race-pace data frames him as the favourite heading into the first Grand Prix of the season, though the headline references Malaysia in its question about the pecking order.
- 35Lewis Hamilton publicly backs Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur▼Lewis Hamilton hands Ferrari F1 boss Fred Vasseur strongest show of support yet https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/lewis
Lewis Hamilton has offered his strongest show of support yet for Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur, according to Motorsport.com. The seven-time world champion's endorsement comes as speculation swirls over Vasseur's future at Ferrari following a difficult run of results. Hamilton, who joined Ferrari this season, is seen as publicly aligning himself with the French boss amid pressure on the team's leadership.
- 36Five things to watch at the F1 Bahrain Grand Prix▼Five things to look out for at the F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/five-things-to-look-out-
Motorsport.com has published a preview of the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix aimed at fans in Malaysia, listing five storylines to follow at the race. The piece highlights what viewers should keep an eye on during the event, though the specific items on the list are not detailed in the coverage being shared.
- 37Esteban Ocon to leave Haas at end of 2026 F1 season▼Esteban Ocon to leave Haas at the end of F1 2026
French Formula 1 driver Esteban Ocon will leave the Haas team at the end of the 2026 season, according to Motorsport.com. The announcement opens up one of the most sought-after seats on the grid ahead of F1's new engine regulations era, and attention will now turn to who replaces him and where Ocon lands next.
- 38Isack Hadjar jokes about 'good job on the couch' during injury layoff▼Isack Hadjar jokes he did a "good job on the couch" during F1 injury layoff https://www.motorsport.com/f1/news/isack-had
Racing Bulls Formula 1 driver Isack Hadjar has joked that he did a "good job on the couch" while sidelined by an injury. The rookie made the lighthearted remark about his recovery period, drawing amusement from fans as he returns to racing action in the sport.
- 39Lewis Hamilton publicly backs Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur▼Lewis Hamilton hands Ferrari F1 boss Fred Vasseur strongest show of support yet
Lewis Hamilton has given his strongest public show of support yet to Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur, according to Motorsport.com. The seven-time world champion's endorsement lands amid ongoing speculation about Vasseur's future at the Italian Formula 1 team, and will be read as a signal that Hamilton wants stability in the Maranello leadership as he continues his Ferrari campaign.
- 40Was Baku Max Verstappen's best shot at an F1 2026 win?▼Was Baku really Max Verstappen's best chance to win in F1 2026?
Motorsport.com asks whether the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku represents Max Verstappen's strongest realistic chance of a win in the 2026 Formula 1 season. The article weighs the street circuit's characteristics against Red Bull's current form, suggesting that if victories are scarce for the team this year, Baku may offer the best opportunity.