McLaren F1 team celebrate a P2 and P3 finish for Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri at the F1 Italian GP 2025

Did McLaren make the right decision to swap Norris and Piastri at the F1 Italian GP?

Was McLaren right to intervene, swapping Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri’s positions following an unexpected slow stop for the British driver, or did the team cross a line at the Italian GP? In this opinion piece, Pit Debrief examines both sides of the argument.  Yes: Why McLaren’s intervention was justified Strategy and fairness McLaren made…

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2025 F3 Teams' Championship

Trident vs Campos: 2025 F3 Teams’ Championship title showdown in Monza

The 2025 F3 Championship arrives at Monza for its finale, and with it comes one of the most decisive moment of the F3 season. After nine rounds across iconic circuits—from Melbourne to Budapest—the championship has produced fierce racing, unpredictable drama, and contrasting fortunes across the paddock. Thirty drivers have taken to the grid, but, with…

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2025 F1 Academy Teams' Championship
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2025 F1 Academy Teams’ Championship battle: Prema leads as Campos closes in

The 2025 F1 Academy Teams’ Championship has developed into a compelling contest of consistency, strategic execution, and sustained performance. As the all-female single-seater series progresses into its third full season, the Teams’ Championship has become a key indicator of operational strength, reflecting not only driver talent but also team adaptability to the unique competitive structure…

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F1 Academy drivers in the 2025 Championship
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The title in numbers: How Doriane Pin controls the 2025 F1 Academy Championship fight

The first four rounds of the 2025 F1 Academy season have revealed a championship defined not by anecdotes or dramatic storylines but by pure statistical reality. Doriane Pin of Prema Racing with the supprt of Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team, commands the standings with 109 points, establishing a clear benchmark of competitive strength. Her strong form…

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Pit Debrief’s Top 5 Young Talents to Watch

In our list of the Top 5 young drivers to watch, PitDebrief looks beyond Formula 2 and 3 to showcase standout talents making waves early in their careers. Whilst the journey to the pinnacle of motorsport may seem far away, a number of standout prospects have already delivered impressive results early in their careers. From…

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Emma Felbermayr leads the F1 Academy grid in Round 4 of the Championship at the 2025 Canadian GP
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The battle for the 2025 F1 Academy Championship: Who will take the crown?

The 2025 F1 Academy season has reached a decisive stage. Four rounds are complete, and the field has already delivered a spectacle of resilience, speed, and determination. Each contender has carved out their own story, from dominant performances to hard-fought recoveries. With only three rounds and six races left, the championship fight has grown tighter…

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Vasseur gets a contract extension as team principal of the Scuderia Ferrari
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Ferrari’s best bet? Why Vasseur deserves to stay in charge

Despite recent rumours about his future at Scuderia Ferrari, Frenchman Fred Vasseur has been officially confirmed as head of the Italian team for the next few seasons. With solid experience acquired at Renault and Alfa Romeo F1, Vasseur joined the prestigious Italian team in 2022 succeeding Italian Mattia Binotto. Since joining the team, Vasseur has…

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