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The glory of Silverstone
Us Brits are all fired up about the circus coming to town, to our patch, our home turf. And let’s face it, after weeks of rain (it’s supposed to be…
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2012 Festival of Speed podcast
You never quite know who will be in the Drivers’ Club when we’re recording the podcast, but – once again – we were in luck. We hope you enjoy an…
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The reality of a London Grand Prix
Fifteen or so years ago I attended a London auction, which included items from the estate of Robert McGregor Innes Ireland, one or two of which were a reminder of…
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Porsche’s place in F1 history: ‘There’s only room for one black horse’
Porsche only contested two years in Formula 1 before slipping away for good. But, as Paul Fearnley recounts, Dan Gurney helped the German car giant save face with three memorable performances
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Evolution of the Formula 1 Car
Animator Rufus Blacklock has created this stunning video charting the evolution of Grand Prix cars, from the front-engined Alfas of 1950 to the polarising stepped-nose challengers of today. See if…
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Moss on the evolution of Silverstone
From the days when the track was lined with barrels and hay bales to the recent £28 million renovation of the pits and paddock complex, Silverstone has undergone its fair…
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Valencia: the real Spanish Grand Prix
How good was Fernando Alonso in Valencia. (No question mark required.) As capable as the current Formula 1 crop is, only he is capable of “If you go there, he’ll…
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Who’s your favourite British F1 champion?
“Heard about your 10 British Formula 1 champions feature,” read the email. “I’m sure I’m too late but has anyone bagged Graham Hill? I’d love to champion his cause.” Choosing…
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2012 European Grand Prix report
Fernando Alonso sent his home crowd into raptures by sensationally winning the European Grand Prix from 11th on the grid, after a race that defied the belief that only dull…
Standings – 2024 F1 World Championship
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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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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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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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McLaren united: ‘the F1 team that nobody wants to leave’
McLaren has locked both of its F1 drivers into long-term contracts as it looks to build on last year’s constructors’ championship success. But key to its plans is to make it into a team that nobody wants to leave — contract or not
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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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2025 Australian Grand Prix start time: how to watch, live stream and F1 schedule
Watch F1 via live stream or on TV: dates and start time for the 2025 Australian Grand Prix weekend, including all sessions, plus F2, F3, Carrera Cup and Supercars support races
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