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Fred Vasseur has talked about Ferrari dropping to fourth in the Constructors' Championship after Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton retire from the F1 São Paulo GP

Fred Vasseur reckons Ferrari got “double penalty” with the DNFs and falling to 4th in the standings after F1 São Paulo GP

Senjuti Jash12 minutes ago12 minutes ago06 mins mins

Team principal Fred Vasseur has opened up about Charles Leclerc’s Lap 6 collision, the damage Lewis Hamilton sustained, the impact these incidents had on Ferrari’s momentum in the Constructors’ Championship, and the SF-25’s pace during the weekend following their unfortunate double DNF at the F1 São Paulo GP on Sunday. After a P7 finish in…

Leclerc and Hamilton call for Ferrari F1 unity after Elkann comments post-São Paulo GP

Shania Wallage15 hours ago15 hours ago04 mins mins

Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc took to Instagram after the F1 São Paulo GP, following criticism directed at the pair by Ferrari President John Elkann. Elkann’s comments Speaking to Sky Italia at an event in Milan, Elkann praised Ferrari’s Endurance team for winning both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ titles in the WEC, noting that…

Laurent Mekies, Red Bull Racing's Team Principal at the F1 São Paulo GP, after Max Verstappen's incredible pitlane-to-P3 drive

Mekies: Verstappen staying out on old mediums would not have won F1 São Paulo GP

Ana-Maria Andronic20 hours ago20 hours ago03 mins mins

After Verstappen’s sensational pit-to-P3 drive during the F1 São Paulo GP, Laurent Mekies, Red Bull’s TP, evaluated the team’s strategy. Amid questions over a possible missed win, the Team Principal disagreed with those odds. Since the F1 Dutch GP, Red Bull figured out their RB21’s set-up better than in past rounds. That momentum ended up…

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says Lower expectations allowed Antonelli to score podium in F1 São Paulo Grand Prix

Wolff: Lower expectations benefitting Antonelli in F1 flyaways

Ryan McGahey20 hours ago20 hours ago03 mins mins

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff suggests lower expectations at recent F1 Grands Prix have allowed Kimi Antonelli to perform to a higher level, following strong performance in São Paulo. Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli has enjoyed a strong run of form in recent Grands Prix. Having outperformed his more experienced teammate in both São Paulo…

Liam Lawson secured a brilliant P7 in the F1 São Paulo GP as the New Zealander pulled off a remarkable 52-lap stint on mediums.

Lawson on switch to one-stop and tense late battles at F1 São Paulo GP

James O'Connor22 hours ago22 hours ago04 mins mins

Liam Lawson secured a brilliant P7 in the F1 São Paulo GP as the New Zealander pulled off a remarkable 52-lap stint on mediums. The race had started well for the Racing Bulls driver. He got past George Russell at the start. Charles Leclerc’s demise saw him run as high as P5 at that stage….

Ferrari president John Elkann critisizes Ferrari F1 drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc

Ferrari president John Elkann criticises Hamilton and Leclerc after disappointing F1 São Paulo GP

Rebecca Malitz1 day ago20 hours ago03 mins mins

Speaking to Sky Italia at an event in Milan, Ferrari President John Elkann dished harsh criticism towards Ferrari’s F1 drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. The criticism comes after a disastrous São Paulo GP for the F1 team, which saw Ferrari drop to fourth in the Constructors’ Championship after both drivers retired from the main…

Matteo De Palo joins the McLaren Driver Development Programme.

McLaren signs Matteo De Palo to their Driver Development Programme

Yi Xing Lim1 day ago1 day ago02 mins mins

McLaren Racing have confirmed 18 year-old Matteo De Palo as their newest addition to the Driver Development Programme ahead of the 2026 Formula 3 season. After an extremely competitive 2025 season, the Italian became vice-champion in the Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA). However, set to race with Trident in F3 next year, De…

Rafael Villagómez, Van Amersfoort Racing, F2 2025 discusses his preparation for the season

Exclusive: Precision under pressure: How Rafael Villagómez prepares his body and mind for F2

Karishma Persad1 day ago4 days ago08 mins mins

In Formula 2, performance depends on far more than just driving skill. Every race weekend demands an extraordinary balance of physical endurance, technical precision, and mental resilience. Drivers must prepare their bodies to endure extreme temperatures, sustained G-forces, and long stints in the cockpit—all while maintaining laser-sharp focus under immense pressure. Mexican F2 driver Rafael…

Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton has talked about his poor race and the potential of the SF-25 after DNF at F1 São Paulo GP

Lewis Hamilton on his “disaster” race and attempts to “remain positive” after DNF at F1 São Paulo GP

Senjuti Jash1 day ago1 day ago05 mins mins

Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton has opened up about his opening lap incidents, the potential of the SF-25, the upcoming race in Las Vegas, and his expectations for 2026 following his disappointing retirement from the F1 São Paulo GP on Sunday. The seven-time world champion had failed to make it to the final segment of qualifying, leaving…

McLaren Racing's Andrea Stella during F1 São Paulo GP.

Stella deems Piastri’s penalty “harsh” but remains optimistic after signs of improvement at F1 São Paulo GP

Yi Xing Lim1 day ago1 day ago04 mins mins

The F1 São Paulo GP delivered a mixed weekend for McLaren Racing and Team Principal Andrea Stella, with contrasting fortunes for their two drivers. Lando Norris continued his dominant form as he crossed the line to take his seventh win of the season, while Oscar Piastri endured a tougher weekend, finishing 5th after receiving a…