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Why Haas was wrong to drop Mick Schumacher
Mick Schumacher is now without at 2022 F1 race seat, but James Elson argues his results show the team were wrong to drop him so soon
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Ten reasons why Max Verstappen dominated in 2022
1. DNF in Melbourne capped a frustrating start If there was any talk of one team walking away with the Formula 1 World Championship when the paddock made the long…
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George Russell targets 2023 title after debut F1 win
Can George Russell challenge for the world championship next season if Mercedes provides him with a fully competitive car? Given the form he has shown in 2022 with the difficult…
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Mauro Forghieri: 1935-2022
Ferrari has paid tribute to its legendary designer Mauro Forghieri, who died in early November at the age of 87. Over his 27 years with Scuderia Ferrari, Forghieri oversaw four…
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In reality no money changed hands. Details Matter
IN THE SPIRIT OF BOD AND JENKS Editorial +44 (0) 20 7349 8484 editorial@motorsportmagazine.com 18-20 Rosemont Road, London NW3 6NE, UK Editor Joe Dunn Editor-at-Large Gordon Cruickshank Grand Prix Editor Mark…
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‘Zero compromise’ Verstappen isn’t understood by social media critics – MPH
Drivers often have one ruthless mode for competing and another for interacting out of the car, rubbing up against their social media image
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Vettel bids F1 farewell: 2022 Abu Dhabi GP what to watch for
Championship battles, an F1 seat on the line and a legendary driver bids farewell
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Ambitious exhibition is F1’s plan to go places races can’t reach
The F1 Exhibition’s project leader and head curator Tim Harvey explains the ambition and concept behind the championship’s latest event
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Interlagos showed just how good F1 sprint races can be
The F1 sprint has had its critics, but Interlagos was a showcase for how much entertainment it really can serve up
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Why Haas was wrong to drop Mick Schumacher
Mick Schumacher is now without at 2022 F1 race seat, but James Elson argues his results show the team were wrong to drop him so soon
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Ten reasons why Max Verstappen dominated in 2022
1. DNF in Melbourne capped a frustrating start If there was any talk of one team walking away with the Formula 1 World Championship when the paddock made the long…
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George Russell targets 2023 title after debut F1 win
Can George Russell challenge for the world championship next season if Mercedes provides him with a fully competitive car? Given the form he has shown in 2022 with the difficult…
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Mauro Forghieri: 1935-2022
Ferrari has paid tribute to its legendary designer Mauro Forghieri, who died in early November at the age of 87. Over his 27 years with Scuderia Ferrari, Forghieri oversaw four…
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In reality no money changed hands. Details Matter
IN THE SPIRIT OF BOD AND JENKS Editorial +44 (0) 20 7349 8484 editorial@motorsportmagazine.com 18-20 Rosemont Road, London NW3 6NE, UK Editor Joe Dunn Editor-at-Large Gordon Cruickshank Grand Prix Editor Mark…
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‘Zero compromise’ Verstappen isn’t understood by social media critics – MPH
Drivers often have one ruthless mode for competing and another for interacting out of the car, rubbing up against their social media image
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Vettel bids F1 farewell: 2022 Abu Dhabi GP what to watch for
Championship battles, an F1 seat on the line and a legendary driver bids farewell
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Ambitious exhibition is F1’s plan to go places races can’t reach
The F1 Exhibition’s project leader and head curator Tim Harvey explains the ambition and concept behind the championship’s latest event
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Interlagos showed just how good F1 sprint races can be
The F1 sprint has had its critics, but Interlagos was a showcase for how much entertainment it really can serve up
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Mark Hughes: How Verstappen cracked the McLaren code in Japan
McLaren’s dominance came to an end in Japan as Max Verstappen put on a masterclass to show the Woking team’s seasons will not be the cakewalk some suspected. Here’s how the world champion defeated his rivals
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MPH: Will Verstappen leave next, as slow Red Bull trails F1 leaders?
Red Bull has reshuffled its drivers and changed development direction but its car is still too slow and months behind the progress of F1 rivals, writes Mark Hughes. Max Verstappen’s uncertain future makes the way forward even murkier
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Mark Hughes: ‘Destroyed’ Lawson could benefit from being dropped by Red Bull
Like Michael Schumacher before him, Max Verstappen has led his team to develop a car that other drivers can’t handle. It might seem premature for Red Bull to drop Liam Lawson, writes Mark Hughes, but returning to a ‘normal’ car could revitalise the 23-year-old
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McLaren drivers swapped tips ahead of Chinese GP. Norris also quietly planned attack
Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris worked together ahead of the 2025 Chinese GP, finding the pace that delivered a 1-2 finish, while Norris also prepared to attack his team-mate during the race. Brake issues denied him, says Mark Hughes but the F1 title duel is coming
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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 snore-fest shows new cars badly needed: Up/Down Japanese GP
The 2025 Japanese GP showed a much more extreme change than next year’s technical regulations is needed to make racing at classic F1 tracks interesting
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Verstappen now the F1 title favourite? Japanese GP takeaways
Is Verstappen could be F1 title favourite after his Japanese GP win; McLaren might already need to back one of its drivers; question marks over whether Red Bull made the right choice with Tsunoda. These are the main takeaways from Suzuka
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Gallery: the best 2025 Japanese GP fan outfits in Suzuka
Take a look at some of the best F1 fan outfits from the 2025 Japanese Grand Prix – from replica race suits and helmets to homemade hats
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