F1
MPH: Ferrari knows where its car is failing – but can't fix it
Ferrari is edging the fight for second-best on Saturday due to Charles Leclerc's heroics, but loses out as the weekend progresses
Mark Hughes
Grand Prix editor
In previous lives Mark raced cars, worked at Jim Russell racing school, got a university degree which he never used, tried working in industry, didn’t like it, left and joined Motoring News in 1988 as a junior club race reporter. Went freelance in ’96, concentrated on F1 from 2000. Grand Prix editor of Autosport for 10 years.
Latest articles from Mark
F1
'If only Perez and Verstappen can win F1 title, let's hope it's a proper fight'
2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix analysis: Midfield battles provided most of the entertainment as Sergio Perez led Max Verstappen to a Red Bull 1-2. On current form there’s no other way they’ll be beaten, writes Mark Hughes
F1
MPH: Dominant Red Bull could be curbed by F1 rule change - should it?
New F1 regulations were designed to bring cars closer together, but Red Bull appears to be pulling further clear of the field. Don't be surprised if the rules are changed to rein it in, writes Mark Hughes
F1
Hamilton needs right F1 car to unlock his talent. Will Mercedes listen? - MPH
Mercedes has the most successful driver in F1 history but Lewis Hamilton says it's not listening to his requests on car development. Can the team deliver a machine that allows him to fully exploit his ability?
F1
Why Red Bull may not be as dominant as Bahrain GP suggests: analysis
The 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix was a display of domination by Max Verstappen, but F1 rivals could well find themselves closer to Red Bull away from the Sakhir circuit, writes Mark Hughes
F1
MPH: Will Bahrain reveal dominant Verstappen or miraculous Alonso?
We know who could win the F1 championship in 2023, but who will have the car to maximise their talent? asks Mark Hughes. It won't be long until we find out...
Opinion
F1
Fernando Alonso in a winning F1 car would be a sensational story — MPH
Fernando Alonso's name was once again near the top of an F1 timesheet during Friday testing. Mark Hughes is hoping that he'll still be there when racing starts
F1
'Everyone wanted to be in Dave Price's gang': the man at racing's core — MPH
Dave Price, who has died at the age of 75, played a key role in the careers of drivers including Nigel Mansell and Martin Brundle, with his racing team that everybody wanted to join. Brundle recalls the legendary manager with Mark Hughes
F1
Modern F1 streamliners? Why 2026 could bring sleekest cars for decades — MPH
In the early days of grand prix racing, long before wings, designers produced wildly original machines, designed for ultra-low drag. Could new F1 regulations for 2026 see greater focus on smooth, sleek bodywork? asks Mark Hughes
F1
Red Bull & Ford partnership solves F1 team's key weakness - MPH
Red Bull has announced a partnership with Ford, which returns to F1 for the first time in over 20 years. The deal is the final step in the team becoming a truly independent F1 constructor, writes Mark Hughes
Mark Hughes
Vasseur: 'I want to understand every single Ferrari mistake' – MPH
Bungled strategy, reliability issues and driver errors put paid to Ferrari's chances last season – new boss Frederic Vasseur is cautiously optimistic he can help it win in 2023
Mark Hughes
Ford aiming for F1 return – but goalposts are moving
Ford's rumoured F1 return would see a historic GP brand look to repeat huge sporting success – but the entry requirements are changing in a market of high fluctuation
