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Hülkenberg to race for Aston Martin in Bahrain after Vettel contracts Covid
Sebastian Vettel has tested positive for Covid-19 meaning that Aston Martin reserve Nico Hülkenberg will take his place in Bahrain
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F1 anticipation is building… but do we have to start in Bahrain?
Just a few days until the new Formula 1 season gets underway, and even though these couple of weeks mirror the start to 2021 that kicked off an epic season,…
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Formula 1’s next era: 2022 Bahrain GP what to watch for
F1 returns this weekend with the Bahrain Grand Prix. Will world champion Max Verstappen continue from where he left off in 2021?
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Ricciardo will race in Bahrain GP after negative Covid test
McLaren has confirmed that Daniel Ricciardo will race in the Bahrain Grand Prix
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Mazepin’s Haas claim hits the rocks as UK sanctions Nikita and his father
Former Haas F1 driver Nikita Mazepin has been added to the UK government’s sanctions list, along with his father Dmitry whose Kremlin links now see the pair banned from travelling…
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F1 testing runs analysed: Which team will win the Bahrain GP?
Which team ended winter testing with the best chance of winning the first race of the 2022 F1 season?
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Vic Elford obituary: master of all he drove
If you could race it, Vic Elford would race it — fast. One of the most versatile drivers in motor sport history has lost his battle with cancer at the age of 86, after a career racing just about anything
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Lewis Hamilton to change his name, adding mother’s surname Larbalestier
Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he will incorporate his mother’s maiden name into his own, to recognise her role in his success. The seven-time champion told an audience at the…
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The rocket tech behind Mercedes’ cutting-edge F1 coolers
Mercedes certainly caused something of a stir in Bahrain with a radical take on the sidepod design of its W13. Sidepods are one of the most visually differing areas of…
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Hülkenberg to race for Aston Martin in Bahrain after Vettel contracts Covid
Sebastian Vettel has tested positive for Covid-19 meaning that Aston Martin reserve Nico Hülkenberg will take his place in Bahrain
F1
F1 anticipation is building… but do we have to start in Bahrain?
Just a few days until the new Formula 1 season gets underway, and even though these couple of weeks mirror the start to 2021 that kicked off an epic season,…
F1
Formula 1’s next era: 2022 Bahrain GP what to watch for
F1 returns this weekend with the Bahrain Grand Prix. Will world champion Max Verstappen continue from where he left off in 2021?
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Ricciardo will race in Bahrain GP after negative Covid test
McLaren has confirmed that Daniel Ricciardo will race in the Bahrain Grand Prix
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Mazepin’s Haas claim hits the rocks as UK sanctions Nikita and his father
Former Haas F1 driver Nikita Mazepin has been added to the UK government’s sanctions list, along with his father Dmitry whose Kremlin links now see the pair banned from travelling…
F1
F1 testing runs analysed: Which team will win the Bahrain GP?
Which team ended winter testing with the best chance of winning the first race of the 2022 F1 season?
Obituaries
Vic Elford obituary: master of all he drove
If you could race it, Vic Elford would race it — fast. One of the most versatile drivers in motor sport history has lost his battle with cancer at the age of 86, after a career racing just about anything
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Lewis Hamilton to change his name, adding mother’s surname Larbalestier
Lewis Hamilton has revealed that he will incorporate his mother’s maiden name into his own, to recognise her role in his success. The seven-time champion told an audience at the…
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The rocket tech behind Mercedes’ cutting-edge F1 coolers
Mercedes certainly caused something of a stir in Bahrain with a radical take on the sidepod design of its W13. Sidepods are one of the most visually differing areas of…
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MPH: If F1 wants equal engines, where does artificial competition stop?
Fears that one engine manufacturer will dominate F1 from 2026 are likely to see strugglers allowed to catch up. If power units are to be artificially equalised, how much of a technical competition will it be? asks Mark Hughes
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MPH: Will youth trump experience in Saudi GP with a tyre twist?
When does a rookie have the edge over an F1 world champion? Perhaps in Jeddah, says Mark Hughes, where the unsettling effect of a softer tyre compound is less likely to faze younger drivers than the likes of Carlos Sainz and Lewis Hamilton
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MPH: F1 in ‘crisis meeting’ as engine civil war threatens to erupt
Friday’s summit in Bahrain between the FIA, teams and manufacturers may have been dressed up as a gathering to discuss the idea of a return to V10 engines. But make no mistake: they’re crunch talks as the 2026 rules continue to create problems, says Mark Hughes
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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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2025 Miami Grand Prix start time: how to watch, live stream and F1 schedule
Round 6 of the 2025 Formula 1 season takes us to the Miami International Autodrome, Florida. These are all the dates, start times and sessions you need to know about
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“No I wouldn’t say that,” said Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff on whether he was planning to negotiate with Max Verstappen. “I always say I don’t flirt outside if I’m…
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Red Bull tyre plan lacks grip in Bahrain
History played a part in Red Bull’s attempts to bring Max Verstappen into play for the Bahrain Grand Prix. He had won both previous races here using an offset tyre…
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