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F1 heat hazard declared for fourth time this season

The Singapore Grand Prix has been declared a heat-hazard race, the second weekend in a row that the designation has been used in Formula 1 and the fourth time this year.

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Oct 8, 2026 · byBBC

Inside Alonso's decision to contest the 2027 Dakar Rally with Aston Martin

Great speculation has accompanied Fernando Alonso in recent months as he held back on confirming his future in Formula 1. Now it appears that not only has he been able to agree favourable terms with Aston Martin to stay on in F1 for 2027, but also persuaded the car manufacturer to back him in another assault on the Dakar Rally. Autosport understands that the deal was agreed as far back as ... Keep reading

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Oct 7, 2026 · byAutosport

Fernando Alonso to contest Dakar Rally with Aston Martin

Great speculation has accompanied Fernando Alonso in recent months as he held back on confirming his future in Formula 1. Now it appears that not only has he been able to agree favourable terms with Aston Martin to stay on in F1 for 2027, but also persuaded the car manufacturer to back him in another assault on the Dakar Rally. Motorsport.com understands that the deal was agreed as far back as ... Keep reading

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Oct 7, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Can Red Bull now fight for wins everywhere? "It's difficult to be on par with Mercedes consistently"

Laurent Mekies says Red Bull Racing's first win of 2026 in Formula 1 is the culmination of the squad's gradual upturn in form, but felt it's too early to tell if it can now be in the mix everywhere. From being over a second behind the frontrunners at the start of the campaign, Red Bull has gradually chipped away at its deficit with a relentless stream of upgrades. Its last such package of the ... Keep reading

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Oct 5, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Who slept worst last night: an F1 fan

You know how you try to watch a series you like, but it’s sort of a boring episode with a lot of nothing going on – at least in the beginning – and you fall asleep in front of the TV? And have trouble sleeping through the night afterwards... Well, that could have been one of the problems last night for Formula 1 fans around the world who had to endure an almost hour-long break in the ... Keep reading

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Oct 5, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Max Verstappen's Sepang answer has F1 fans falling for him all over again

Press conferences in Formula 1 can come with plenty of rehearsed answers - we all saw Yuki Tsunoda's briefing sheet when he temporarily took Liam Lawson's seat a month ago. These filters can sometimes tame what could be an exciting answer, but it's safe to say Max Verstappen has no such filter as one of his answers on Thursday at Sepang won over fans. F1 has returned to the legendary track ... Keep reading

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Oct 2, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Toyota’s replacement plan if Ryo Hirakawa lands Haas F1 seat

Toyota junior Esteban Masson is primed to move up to the manufacturer’s Hypercar squad next year should Ryo Hirakawa leave the World Endurance Championship to race for Haas in Formula 1. Toyota’s 2027 WEC line-up remains in flux, as the TGR bosses wait for Haas to finalise its replacement for Esteban Ocon, who will be departing the squad at the end of the year. Haas reserve Hirakawa is ... Keep reading

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Sep 30, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

'I still feel as fast as anybody' - Alonso on why he's staying in F1

Fernando Alonso commits to staying in Formula 1 with Aston Martin for at least one more year. - and explains why to BBC Sport.

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Sep 29, 2026 · byBBC

Who slept worst last night: Lewis Hamilton

Had anyone predicted in Abu Dhabi in 2021 that, a few years later, Lewis Hamilton would be racing in Formula 1 for Ferrari under team principal Christian Horner, few would have taken that suggestion seriously. Even as of Baku 2026, though, there is little evidence that such a scenario is taking concrete shape. In a recent interview Horner gave to The Times, he said he can comfortably afford ... Keep reading

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Sep 27, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz reveal F1 boys' trip plans

Williams team-mates Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz have revealed that a small group of Formula 1 drivers will be using the time between the Bahrain Grand Prix (in Malaysia) and the Singapore Grand Prix to go on a boys' trip. The rescheduling of the Bahrain Grand Prix, which will be held at the Sepang International Circuit due to the conflict in the Middle East, has allowed the drivers to use the ... Keep reading

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Sep 26, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

What were Leclerc's "other opportunities" before signing new Ferrari deal?

Every time Ferrari and Charles Leclerc agree to extend their relationship in Formula 1, the news comes against a background of allusions to other suitors Charles has spurned to remain with his true love. "For that, I'm also lucky to be in the position where I've got my manager," he said on a recent episode of F1's Beyond the Grid podcast when asked how seriously he had considered a life away ... Keep reading

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Sep 22, 2026 · byAutosport

2025 F1 Academy champion Doriane Pin sets timeline for Formula 1 race seat

Mercedes Formula 1 development driver Doriane Pin has set a five-year target to secure a race seat on the F1 grid. Speaking in a recent Mercedes In Convo With Kids interview, the French driver confirmed her long-term career goals and her belief that female drivers can reach the championship. When asked where she sees herself in five years' time, Pin responded directly: "In Formula 1. "That ... Keep reading

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Sep 21, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Mercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades

Mercedes has confirmed its next big Formula 1 car upgrade will arrive at the forthcoming grand prix in Malaysia, where it hopes to get back into contention for pole. The Silver Arrows is the runaway leader of the 2026 championship with a 145-point advantage over second-placed Ferrari, despite its last major upgrade package being Montreal in May. Mercedes has instead preferred to fit minor ... Keep reading

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Sep 19, 2026 · byAutosport

Mercedes aims to end pole drought with upcoming Malaysia F1 upgrades

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Sep 19, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Max Verstappen jokes about Kimi Antonelli’s F1 lead: “I’m definitely not having a comeback!”

With eight or nine race weekends remaining – depending on what happens with the grands prix in the Middle East at the end of the year – Kimi Antonelli is in pole position to claim his maiden Formula 1 world title, which would also see him replace Sebastian Vettel as the youngest world champion ever. Following Antonelli’s victory in Madrid, team-mate George Russell can no longer become ... Keep reading

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Sep 18, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Could F1 change rules to prevent Alonso retirement?

Fernando Alonso's future in Formula 1 is up in the air after he revealed news about whether he will remain at Aston Martin will "not come soon".

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Sep 16, 2026 · bySky Sports

Russell and Hamilton concede F1 2026 title chances as Antonelli dominates

Strange things can happen in Formula 1. Just ask Max Verstappen, who couldn't believe his luck when McLaren handed him a way into the 2025 title fight on a silver platter. Although he eventually missed out by two points to Lando Norris, he was essentially battling with one hand behind his back in an inferior car. But this year's fight has a distinctly different feel to it. Dominant ... Keep reading

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Sep 15, 2026 · byAutosport

Kimi Antonelli's "precious" moment with father goes viral after Spanish GP win

A moment shared between Kimi Antonelli and his father, Marco Antonelli, has gone viral after the Mercedes driver celebrated his eighth Formula 1 win at the Spanish Grand Prix. After the Italian driver parked his Mercedes machinery on the grid, he went to celebrate with his team. Standing at the front of the barriers was his father, holding a red carnation ready to give to his son. As he handed ... Keep reading

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Sep 13, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

F1 drivers criticise Madrid circuit, Verstappen laughs: "I'll sort it out"

While the Formula 2 and Formula 3 races around the IFEMA complex in Madrid have produced several crashes, the chaos in Formula 1 has so far remained limited. Nevertheless, criticism from the drivers emerged after qualifying in the Spanish capital.Over a single flying lap, the circuit is considered entertaining – although polesitter Lando Norris said the thrill certainly cannot be compared ... Keep reading

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Sep 12, 2026 · byAutosport

As drivers criticise Madring, Max Verstappen calls for input on new F1 circuits: “I'll sort it out"

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Sep 12, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Russell set to take F1 engine penalty after Mercedes introduces power unit upgrade

George Russell says he will take an engine penalty when Mercedes introduces its upgraded Formula 1 power unit. Both Mercedes drivers have exceeded or are expected to exceed their power unit allowance for the 2026 season. Kimi Antonelli did so last weekend in Monza, where he took a back-of-the-grid penalty and scythed his way through the field to take a historic victory from 19th. Russell ... Keep reading

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Sep 11, 2026 · byAutosport

George Russell reveals when he’ll take his own F1 engine penalty

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Sep 11, 2026 · byMotorsport.com

Red Bull signs Kimi Raikkonen’s son as junior driver

Robin Raikkonen, the son of 2007 Formula 1 world champion Kimi, has been signed to the Red Bull Junior Team. Raikkonen was born on 27 January 2015 and has been active in karting since 2022, having competed in the Rotax Max Challenge, first in Switzerland, then across Europe. He also took part in the WSK Super Master Series last year. In both cases, that was in age-appropriate ... Keep reading

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Sep 9, 2026 · byMotorsport.com