F1: Read the latest of Formula 1 reports, news, opinions, and more by Pit Debrief.
Few storylines in F1 draw as much outside comment as what it’s really like to share a garage with someone as dominant as four-time World Champion Max Verstappen. Sergio “Checo” Pérez spent four seasons partnering Verstappen at Red Bull. When pressed on the High Performance Podcast whether that pairing represents the toughest seat on the…
Liam Lawson, Racing Bulls driver in F1 2026, has opened up about the emotional toll of the rumour mill, revealing that he had to remove the sport entirely from his online life, in order to protect his mental wellbeing. Facing the rumour mill Speaking on the High Performance Podcast, Lawson admitted that seeing narratives written…
Pit Debrief was in attendance as Lando Norris and Valentino Rossi headlined two contrasting appearances across the 2026 Goodwood Festival of Speed, combining the tradition of Goodwood House with the festival atmosphere of Monster Energy’s Fan Activation Stage. The Goodwood Festival of Speed has built its reputation on celebrating motorsport’s rich heritage while embracing its…
Haas driver Ollie Bearman had a difficult race weekend during the 2026 British GP. While the British driver started the F1 season strong, the team appears to have taken a step backwards in terms of pace. A slow start and lap 1 incident with Williams driver Alex Albon meant Bearman was the only Briton who…
Amidst new regulations and the start of a new team, Cadillac finally made progress at the 2026 F1 British GP, and while still having no points on the board, Sergio Pérez talks of improvements after summer break and expectations for Hungary. Pérez holding back Haas at the 2026 British GP Sergio Pérez managed to keep…
Valtteri Bottas finally saw the chequered flag at the 2026 F1 British GP, crossing the line in 16th place at Silverstone. This ended a run of three consecutive retirements. This was the moment where Bottas breaks his recent retirement run at the iconic F1 British GP. The result did not move Cadillac any closer to…
Despite a challenging race and finishing outside of the points in P13, it was an encouraging 2026 F1 British GP for Haas’ Esteban Ocon, who noted the visible improvement in performance of his VF-26. Following the race, the Frenchman reflected on his performance and shared his perspective on the race ending under the Safety Car….
Lando Norris relished the opportunity to drive McLaren Racing’s new MCL-HY during its first global public appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The reigning Formula 1 World Champion guided the striking papaya prototype up the famous 1.86-kilometre hill in West Sussex on 10 July. McLaren Driver Development Programme member Grégoire Saucy also completed demonstration…
Williams’ Alex Albon had another difficult weekend during the F1 2026 British GP in Silverstone. The Thai struggled after causing a collision with Ollie Bearman on the opening lap and finally retired the car after a few testing laps. During the chaotic first lap, Albon spun and hit Haas’ Ollie Bearman in Brooklands. The Williams…
Audi driver Nico Hülkenberg didn’t have the happiest possible Silverstone race at the F1 British GP. In fact, the German driver retired on Lap 39 due to technical issues. While it definitely worsened, the Audi driver’s day hadn’t gotten off to a good start either. A difficult F1 British GP for Hülkenberg In fact, already…
