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How ‘everything went wrong’ for Verstappen and Red Bull in Bahrain
A trying Bahrain GP has left Red Bull and Max Verstappen facing the reality that the titles may be slipping away
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How Bearman went from last to the points in Bahrain GP
Oliver Bearman contributed to a great day for Haas in the Bahrain GP by finishing 10th from last on the grid. Here’s how he did it
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What helped Hamilton finally make progress at Ferrari
After struggling to get to grips with his Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton says moving towards Charles Leclerc’s set-up made a difference in Bahrain
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Facing an enemy within, struggling Norris needs to find answers fast
A second F1 win in three grands prix has made Oscar Piastri look like the stronger McLaren driver, as Lando Norris admitted he is struggling to find answers
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An old face piles more pressure on Ferrari: what you missed at the 2025 Bahrain GP
A figure from Ferrari’s past returned at the 2025 Bahrain GP. Also: Michael Schumacher signs Sir Jackie Stewart’s very special crash helmet; F1 rules out a quick return of V10s; and the pasta dish named after Lewis Hamilton
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Why F1 superstars were out of sorts as Piastri took control in Bahrain
Oscar Piastri and McLaren’s MCL39 car showed that they were a duo in sync at the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix, writes Mark Hughes. The same couldn’t be said for many of F1’s other big names
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The Ferrari updates Hamilton hopes will fix his car problems in Bahrain
Ferrari is the Formula 1 team bringing the biggest update for its car in the Bahrain Grand Prix
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F1 rules out 2026 V10s – but engine ‘adjustments’ still being discussed
The FIA says engine manufacturers have committed to the planned 2026 rules, with some modifications
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Desert storm: F1’s biggest Bahrain Grand Prix controversies
Over the years, the Bahrain Grand Prix has offered plenty of on-track – and some off-track – drama. These are the top controversies from the Sakhir event
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How ‘everything went wrong’ for Verstappen and Red Bull in Bahrain
A trying Bahrain GP has left Red Bull and Max Verstappen facing the reality that the titles may be slipping away
F1
How Bearman went from last to the points in Bahrain GP
Oliver Bearman contributed to a great day for Haas in the Bahrain GP by finishing 10th from last on the grid. Here’s how he did it
F1
What helped Hamilton finally make progress at Ferrari
After struggling to get to grips with his Ferrari, Lewis Hamilton says moving towards Charles Leclerc’s set-up made a difference in Bahrain
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Facing an enemy within, struggling Norris needs to find answers fast
A second F1 win in three grands prix has made Oscar Piastri look like the stronger McLaren driver, as Lando Norris admitted he is struggling to find answers
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An old face piles more pressure on Ferrari: what you missed at the 2025 Bahrain GP
A figure from Ferrari’s past returned at the 2025 Bahrain GP. Also: Michael Schumacher signs Sir Jackie Stewart’s very special crash helmet; F1 rules out a quick return of V10s; and the pasta dish named after Lewis Hamilton
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Why F1 superstars were out of sorts as Piastri took control in Bahrain
Oscar Piastri and McLaren’s MCL39 car showed that they were a duo in sync at the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix, writes Mark Hughes. The same couldn’t be said for many of F1’s other big names
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The Ferrari updates Hamilton hopes will fix his car problems in Bahrain
Ferrari is the Formula 1 team bringing the biggest update for its car in the Bahrain Grand Prix
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F1 rules out 2026 V10s – but engine ‘adjustments’ still being discussed
The FIA says engine manufacturers have committed to the planned 2026 rules, with some modifications
F1
Desert storm: F1’s biggest Bahrain Grand Prix controversies
Over the years, the Bahrain Grand Prix has offered plenty of on-track – and some off-track – drama. These are the top controversies from the Sakhir event
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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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