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F1 points system: how it works, and what has changed
How many points do you get for winning an F1 race? See details of grand prix and sprint points, as well as a look back at previous systems
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2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix: the most expensive hotel packages
The Las Vegas Grand Prix is promising an F1 spectator experience on a different scale and its most lavish packages appear to deliver just that. Here’s what you can expect if you have a million or two to spare…
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Aki Hintsa: McLaren’s F1 doctor who was so much more
Behind the F1 championship successes of Mika Häkkinen and Lewis Hamilton stood Aki Hintsa, says Matt Bishop. McLaren’s team doctor developed a pioneering fitness regime, but was also a rock in turbulent times. His influence is still felt, seven years after his untimely death
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How to watch 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix: start time, F1 live stream and TV schedule
Watch F1 via live stream or on TV: dates and start time for the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix, including the opening ceremony, qualifying and the race
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Vettel’s victory against the odds: the 2010 F1 championship that Ferrari lost
Only in Italy would you find a politician weighing into a debate about the outcome of a Formula 1 World Championship. Within hours of Sebastian Vettel’s winning the title in…
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Racing’s greatest street circuits
Monaco, Macau or Rome: which make our top 10 list of the greatest street circuits to appear on the F1, IndyCar, sports car and junior single seater calendars? And how will Las Vegas compare?
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MPH: F1 ratings dilemma – slow down Verstappen or wait for rivals to catch up?
Max Verstappen’s overwhelming success on track this year contrasts with a drop in F1 TV viewers, says Mark Hughes. Will the series rein in Red Bull to boost competition, or can other teams catch up first?
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Alonso’s burning desire: why age isn’t slowing the 42-year-old F1 champion
It’s commonly accepted that F1 drivers get slower as age withers their reactions. But Fernando Alonso is proving that wrong. Mark Hughes explains how the Aston Martin driver’s competitive fire dwarfs the effect of his 42 years
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Alonso vs Perez in Brazil: the F1 fight other drivers can learn from
Fernando Alonso narrowly won his duel with Sergio Perez at the Sao Paulo GP — not that you’d have known from the joy on both faces. Their elation is too rare in modern F1, says Damien Smith, echoing a GP-winner of the past
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MPH: Ferrari’s big F1 car changes — why team is convinced of major advance
F1’s frontrunners were so closely matched last year that minor gains could give one team an advantage in 2025, says Mark Hughes. Where might that leave Ferrari which believes it’s significant advances after an extensive rethink?
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MPH: Will Norris fight like Verstappen for F1 crown?
Lando Norris and Max Verstappen look set go head-to-head in the F1 drivers’ title. But, as Mark Hughes asks, should he draw an aggressive line in the sand or play the long game?
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Lewis Hamilton’s crucial first 100 days at Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton’s first 100 days at Ferrari – from January 1 to April 10 – will be crucial in setting the tenor of his season and maybe even the tone…
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One race to prove himself at Alpine? Heat is on Jack Doohan as Ocon signs off
Esteban Ocon’s Alpine stint ended at the 2024 Qatar GP, giving Jack Doohan a make-or-break F1 chance in Abu Dhabi. Elsewhere FIA boss Mohammed Ben Sulayem dismissed driver concerns and mechanics just wanted a kip: Chris Medland‘s paddock diary
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Axe hangs over Perez as Marko jets in to discuss Red Bull replacement
Sergio Perez’s future looks bleak after another underwhelming performance, while George Russell can be upbeat despite his disqualification: 2024 Belgian GP diary
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F1’s season opener where racing took a back seat: 2024 Bahrain GP diary
Christian Horner dominated the headlines in the run-up to — and during — the 2024 Bahrain GP weekend despite the best efforts of Alpine, Yuki Tsunoda and a glorious V8
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F1 2025 pre-season testing – Day 2: Sainz fastest but McLaren is still to show pace
Carlos Sainz is fastest on the second day of F1 pre-season testing but McLaren’s pace looks ominous
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Who has completed most laps in 2025 F1 pre-season testing at Bahrain?
Lap counts for driver, teams and power units at 2025 F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain
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Red Bull suspicions bring reminder of F1’s biggest sandbagger
The lack of obvious changes between the 2025 Red Bull and last year’s F1 car has raised speculation that the team is sandbagging, and holding back radical parts. It’s denied by the team, but wouldn’t be the first time it has happened…
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