Pit Debrief

Toto Wolff entering the Paddock during the F1 US GP 2025.

Wolff: Mercedes struggled in “really bad” F1 US GP as dirty air killed overtaking chances

Chiara Martin5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

Toto Wolff and Mercedes left the Circuit of the Americas with little to celebrate after a challenging F1 US GP that saw George Russell only manage sixth, and rookie Kimi Antonelli’s race fell apart following an early collision with Carlos Sainz. Antonelli’s promising start dashed by Sainz Incident The weekend promised much for Mercedes’ young…

George Russell reflects on a frustrating P6 at the 2025 F1 US GP and the growing pressure in Mercedes’ fight with Ferrari.

Russell left wanting more racing after F1 US GP: “It’s just so processional”

Maahika Banerjee5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

After a challenging F1 US GP, George Russell spoke to Sky Sports about his experience in Austin, where he finished in sixth place despite demonstrating strong pace earlier in the weekend. One highlight was when he attempted to overtake Max Verstappen for the race lead during the sprint; Russell made a bold move, diving down…

Carlos Sainz has been handed a 5-place grid penalty for the F1 Mexico City GP after a collision with Kimi Antonelli on lap 6 of the US GP.

Sainz to drop 5 spots for F1 Mexico round after Antonelli collision in US GP

James O'Connor5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

Carlos Sainz has been handed a 5-place grid penalty for the F1 Mexico City GP after a collision with Kimi Antonelli on lap 6 of the US GP this afternoon. The Spanaird, who finished a stonking P3 in the Sprint, looked fast in the race. He overtook Ollie Bearman on the second lap. Into turn…

Kimi Antonelli in the Mercedes garage ahead of F1 US GP

Antonelli aims for top five in the F1 US GP

Doris Ivandic5 months ago5 months ago03 mins

Kimi Antonelli will line up seventh on the grid for the F1 US GP. The rookie delivered a solid performance in the Qualifying session turning the weekend around. On Friday, Antonelli found himself 11th in Sprint Qualifying. After a messy session, the Sprint race gained him one point as a result of Ollie Bearman receiving…

Russell “frustrated” by P4 in Qualifying for the F1 US GP

Lucrezia Costa5 months ago5 months ago03 mins

Only 0.316s separated George Russell from P1 in Qualifying for the F1 US GP. However, those few hundreds of a second convert into a second row start for the Mercedes driver, with the F1 grid incredibly closing up with 6 races left in the 2025 season. An incredibly tight grid What left Russell even more…

Russell pleased with P2 in F1 US GP Sprint Race, explains lunge on Verstappen

Antonina Jaromin5 months ago5 months ago02 mins

George Russell finished second in the F1 US GP Sprint Race after qualifying fifth, navigating a dramatic opening corner to climb the order. The Mercedes driver had not shown the strongest pace earlier in the weekend, finishing seventh in FP1, but he maximized his opportunities in the Sprint Race to secure a podium finish. Chasing…

Pin keeps championship hopes alive despite ‘disappointing’ F1 Academy Singapore GP

Antonina Jaromin5 months ago5 months ago03 mins

Doriane Pin leads the Drivers’ Standings going into the F1 Academy season finale in Las Vegas after an intense battle with Maya Weug at the Singapore GP. The PREMA Racing driver holds a 151-point lead, with her rival Weug just nine points behind on 142. Singapore battle in the rain The weekend began with a…

Antonelli and Russell ahead og the Italian GP

Antonelli and Russell motivated for 2026 F1 season with Mercedes

Antonina Jaromin5 months ago5 months ago05 mins

Mercedes has officially confirmed that Kimi Antonelli and George Russell will remain with the team through the 2026 Formula 1 season. Following the announcement, both drivers expressed relief at securing their seats and emphasized their motivation to deliver strong results in the upcoming season. Antonelli “relaxed” after confirmation amid challenges The 19-year-old reflected on the…

Mercedes Team Principal, Toto Wolff with Mercedes 2026 drivers, George Russell and Kimi Antonelli

Mercedes F1 confirms long-awaited 2026 contract renewals for George Russell and Kimi Antonelli

Rohit Bhaskar5 months ago5 months ago04 mins

Mercedes have finally put an end to months of speculation by confirming George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will stay with the Silver Arrows for the 2026 F1 season. The announcement came this afternoon and ends months of uncertainty over the team’s line-up as the sport prepares for a major overhaul. Both Russell and Antonelli have…

Max Verstappen and George Russell shaking hands after the F1 Singapore GP, the two currently in a battle for P3 in the Championship.

The understated battle between Verstappen and Russell for P3 in the F1 Drivers’ Championship

Ana-Maria Andronic5 months ago5 months ago07 mins

While everyone’s focused on the McLaren battle up front, George Russell is putting up quite a drive for Max Verstappen’s P3 in the F1 Drivers’ Championship. The two experienced drivers have been exchanging wins and sharing podium celebrations this 2025 season. With Red Bull Racing’s performance issues and Mercedes’ unexpected consistency and reliability, the battle…