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Key figures explain how F1 2026 regulations will improve racing
Speaking ahead of the F1 Las Vegas GP, senior team representatives and FIA single-seater director Nikolas Tombazis offered new insight into how the 2026 regulations will aim to improve racing. Key team personnel—Simone Resta (Mercedes), Paul Monaghan (Red Bull), Andy Stevenson (Aston Martin)—along with the FIA single seater director, Nikolas Tombazis, outlined what to expect…
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Pedro Clerot relishing Rodin Motorsport move ahead of 2026 F3 season
After a standout campaign in the 2025 Formula Regional European Championship by Alpine (FRECA), Pedro Clerot has officially been confirmed as one of Rodin Motorsport’s drivers for the 2026 FIA Formula 3 season. The Brazilian talent has already had his first taste of F3 machinery during post-season testing, marking the beginning of an exciting new…
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Bortoleto reflects on lessons learned from tough F1 São Paulo GP weekend
Ahead of the Las Vegas GP, Sauber driver Gabriel Bortoleto reflected on one of “the toughest weekends” of the season after crashing twice during the F1 São Paulo GP weekend. Bortoleto experienced a tough weekend at home as the young Brazilian crashed in the sprint race, preventing him from partaking in Qualifying. Starting from P18…
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FIA admits “weakness” in F1 power unit cost cap rules following Red Bull/McLaren feud
Red Bull changed Max Verstappen’s PU following a difficult qualifying at the F1 São Paulo GP a fortnight ago, exceeding their allocation for the season. As Verstappen was already due a pit lane start due to the team breaking parc fermé to heavily modify the car’s set-up, there wasn’t a tangible sporting penalty for doing…
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“I’m really happy to be here”: Larsen delighted after securing P3 in final Qualifying session of 2025 F1 Academy season
Tommy Hilfiger’s Alba Larsen delivered an impressive performance in the final Qualifying session of the 2025 F1 Academy season, securing 3rd for the first time since the opening round in Shanghai. In her rookie campaign, the 16 year-old has stunned many with her speed, finishing inside the top five on six occasions this year. While…
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Red Bull pair admit more improvements needed following disrupted day at F1 Las Vegas GP
Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda got off to a steady start to their weekend at the 2025 F1 Las Vegas GP. As they worked to adapt to the cold, low-grip conditions, both drivers acknowledged the team still has things to perfect ahead of FP3 and Qualifying. For Tsunoda, the Japanese driver delivered…
Mercedes with work to do after F1 Las Vegas GP practice sessions
Mercedes improved their times from FP1 to FP2 on Friday at the F1 Las Vegas GP. However, they have one practice session left to get everything tightened up for the F1 Las Vegas GP qualifying. With 32 points dividing Red Bull and Mercedes in the Constructors’ Championship for P2, starting position is crucial. With Kimi…
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Albon and Sainz optimistic as Williams eye strong performance at F1 Las Vegas GP after interrupted FP2
Williams made an encouraging start to the F1 Las Vegas GP weekend, with both Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz expressing optimism after FP2, about the team’s early pace at a circuit the squad had previously identified as one that could suit their package. However, the disruptions during FP2 hampered their ability to gather critical data…
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Ferrari fast despite Friday’s tricky F1 Las Vegas GP practice sessions
Friday’s practice sessions offered a mixed but promising start for Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton, as both Ferrari drivers showed strong pace despite cold conditions and multiple red and yellow flag interruptions at the F1 Las Vegas GP. Leclerc reflects on a “positive Friday” FP1 saw Leclerc top the timesheet with quick laps on both…
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Chambers is “pretty happy” with pole in F1 Academy Qualifying for the Las Vegas GP
Chloe Chambers started her final F1 Academy weekend on a strong note, taking pole in Qualifying in Las Vegas. To boost an already positive result, her teammate Palmowski lines up next to her. Race 2 will be a Campos Racing front row lock out. Chambers currently sits in 4th in the Championship Standings going into…