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Team orders in the 1930s and today
You knew where you were with Luigi Fagioli: in his bad books – unless, that is, you were helping to ensure he was winning. Because of his generally grumpy demeanour,…
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Malaysia’s post-race interviews
Whenever I’m watching a Grand Prix I’m trying to come up with a ‘story of the race’ for every driver. It begins at the start and ends wherever they do…
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Malaysian Grand Prix – epilogue
Sunday’s headline drama triggered all manner of outrage (or, in some instances, indifference), but Sebastian Vettel’s disobedience masked a milder strain of anarchy that appeared to pass almost unnoticed. There…
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Malaysian Grand Prix – day two
It wasn’t the tinny refrain of a mobile phone alarm that fractured slumber, but a boisterous thunderclap. The day’s first serious storm erupted before sunrise and ensured the Sepang International…
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Malaysian Grand Prix – day one
The HP sauce bottle and Marmite jar are reassuring symbols of a Williams media breakfast – a Friday custom whose traditional British overtones contrast with the oppressive warmth outside. The…
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Malaysian Grand Prix – prologue
Melbourne always looks more appealing on the looming horizon than it does in a rear-view mirror, so cab rides to its airport are traditionally accompanied by a tinge of regret.…
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When do F1 teams focus on next year?
Making an early start on next year’s car can make a big difference to teams in Formula 1, especially when there are big rule changes on the horizon. Honda did…
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Podium predictors
Much play was made of the Melbourne podium because Kimi Räikkönen, Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel were/are most people’s pre-season title picks – albeit not necessarily in that order. But…
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BBC F1’s Lee McKenzie in Australia
It’s quite reassuring that a sport – which measures itself in thousandths of a second and billions of dollars – can survive politics and even alleged war zones, but has…
Standings – 2024 F1 World Championship
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MPH: Why Antonelli can’t expect to match Hamilton’s mega rookie year
A reflective Lewis Hamilton recalled the first days of his F1 career as he sat next to Kimi Antonelli, about to start his debut season with a similar level of hype. It would be too much, writes Mark Hughes, to expect the 18-year-old to hit the heights of Hamilton’s stellar rookie year
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MPH: Next F1 megastar could emerge in days thanks to season start in Melbourne
Years after Melbourne lost its opening slot, it’s back as the first F1 race of the 2025 season. It gives this year’s F1 rookies the chance to follow in the footsteps of F1 winners who shone on their debut amid the formidable challenge of Albert Park
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MPH: One team led the way in F1 testing, but it won’t be feeling breezy yet
F1 drivers shivered at a cold and windy Sakhir circuit during 2025 F1 preseason testing, writes Mark Hughes. The weather conditions put paid to anyone’s hope of a suntan — or of establishing a competitive order
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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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Is the ‘Flavio effect’ real? Gasly explains Briatore’s Alpine impact
Flavio Briatore left F1 in controversy – but his return to Enstone team Alpine coincided with a strong upturn in fortunes. James Elson speaks to Pierre Gasly and Oliver Oakes about whether the outspoken ‘executive advisor’ is really having an impact
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F1 Fantasy: top picks & predictions for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix
The 2025 F1 Fantasy season starts this weekend! Here are our predictions; tips on drivers to avoid; which chips to play and an analysis of how to get your campaign off to the right start
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Rain, thunder and Piastri’s chance to make history: Australian GP preview
On Sunday morning, Melbourne will thunder to the sound of 20 F1 cars, as well as…thunder. There’s rain predicted for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix where Oscar Piastri has high hopes for a win. Here’s what to watch out for
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