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Speaking in his print media session ahead of the F1 Imola GP, Fernando Alonso paid tribute to Fabrizio Borra, his long time psyhio who passed away a few days ago following a battle with cancer. Borra worked with big names such as MotoGP rider Andrea Dovizioso, Italian cyclists Marco Pantani and Paolo Bettini, as well…
Ferrari F1 driver Lewis Hamilton sees his first race in front of the Tifosi wearing red ahead of the Imola GP. Lewis Hamilton is in front of the Tifosi as a Ferrari driver in the first of the two Grands Prix held in Italy. The Briton bringing in more fanfare around Italy, despite the setbacks…
The 2025 Imola GP arrives at a turbulent moment for Pierre Gasly and the BWT Alpine F1 Team. The decision to replace Jack Doohan with Franco Colapinto after only six rounds has generated widespread debate among fans and pundits alike. Criticism intensified after Alpine revealed that Colapinto had been confirmed to drive for only five…
Back again after his F1 debut last year, this time at the Imola GP, Franco Colapinto replaced Jack Doohan at Alpine. This decision was made after Doohan failed to perform according to the team’s expectations. The Argentine competed in 9 races last season due to the early termination of Logan Sargent at Williams. The French…
McLaren’s Oscar Piastri reflects on his and the team’s dominant form in the opening 6 races as the young Aussie prepares for this weekend’s F1 Imola GP. “I’ve been enjoying the success…” Speaking in the press conference ahead of this Sunday’s F1 Imola GP, McLaren’s Oscar Piatri shares his thoughts on McLaren’s strong start to…
The FIA has reshuffled the penalties that can be applied to F1 drivers who swear or abuse officials over a grand prix weekend. Fines for swearing have been significantly reduced, with the standard punishments being halved from €10,000 to a maximum of €5,000 for the majority of breaches. Other, more severe fines for repeat offenses have…
It appears that current FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is trying to extend his control over Formula 1’s governing body. According to a confidential document seen by the BBC, the Emirati has proposed some changes to the FIA statutes. The proposed changes are to be voted on during the next FIA General Assembly. They seem…
The 2025 F1 Miami GP marked the first quarter mark for the current season, and Pit Debrief writers have given their opinion on who has impressed (winners) and who has not (losers) ahead of the Imola GP this weekend. Biggest winners in the 2025 F1 season to date Isack Hadjar — David Coath Isack Hadjar…
Mercedes AMG-PETRONAS technical director James Allison shared important insights and updates as the F1 season returns to the famous European circuits. With six rounds already completed of the 2025 season, Mercedes managed to keep up with McLaren, and the second position in the Constructors Championship shows that well. Both drivers proved their talent with amazing…
Williams Racing Team Principal James Vowles did not mince words when reflecting on a miscommunication during the 2025 F1 Miami GP. This sparked confusion between his two drivers, Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon. While the team celebrated a strong points finish, the internal drama overshadowed what might have otherwise been a smooth double-points result. “This…
