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Max Verstappen jokes about moving aside for Red Bull’s new junior Robin Raikkonen

Max Verstappen Jokes About Stepping Aside as Red Bull Welcomes Raikkonen Junior to Its Junior Programme

F1 teams face complex power unit recharge dilemma at Baku’s longest straight

The unique layout of the Baku City Circuit is set to pose a formidable challenge to Formula 1 teams, forcing them to rethink their power unit energy deployment and recharging strategies. At the heart of this dilemma lies Baku’s staggering 2,200-metre main straight—the longest on the 2024 F1 calendar—demanding an unprecedented balance between energy conservation and deployment.

Lewis Hamilton reveals losing McLaren contract was one of his toughest challenges

Lewis Hamilton has unveiled a rarely heard chapter of his career, describing the devastating moment he lost his contract with McLaren as “one of the most challenging periods” of his life. Before ascending to Formula 1 stardom, Hamilton was embedded in McLaren’s junior program, having impressed then-team boss Ron Dennis with his prodigious talent. Yet, despite early promise, his path to F1 was far from smooth.

Kimi Antonelli takes commanding lead over George Russell in F1 2026 title battle

Mercedes entered the 2026 Formula 1 season as the undisputed favourite, banking on their new engine package and George Russell to spearhead their championship charge. Yet, the narrative has dramatically flipped, with Russell now fighting to keep pace as teammate Kimi Antonelli storms ahead in the title race. Antonelli, only in his second F1 season, has seized control with a commanding lead, leaving Russell seemingly on the ropes.

“We Are Out of the Crisis”: Pit Beirer on What Acosta’s Home Win Really Means for KTM

For Pit Beirer, KTM’s Motorsport Director, Pedro Acosta’s maiden MotoGP victory at the Red Bull Ring wasn’t just a race win. It was proof of something much bigger, that the manufacturer had genuinely come out the other side of one of the most difficult periods in its recent history.

Red Bull confirms Max Verstappen’s car issue is ride performance, not mechanical failure

Red Bull’s team principal Laurent Mekies has offered crucial clarification on Max Verstappen’s alarming radio message during the Italian Grand Prix, where the reigning World Champion claimed his RB22’s rear axle was “broken again.” Mekies decisively debunked any notion of a catastrophic mechanical failure, revealing instead that Verstappen’s comment was a pointed expression of ongoing frustration with the car’s deteriorating ride quality.

Pecco Bagnaia manages brake issues to finish seventh at Austria GP despite lost Ducati potential

Pecco Bagnaia battled through brake issues to secure a crucial seventh place at the Austrian MotoGP, marking his closest proximity yet to his Ducati teammates despite a challenging weekend. The Italian rider’s performance at the demanding Red Bull Ring came under the shadow of diminished Ducati potential and mechanical setbacks, but Bagnaia managed to bring his bike home and extract valuable lessons from the race.

Sebastian Vettel urges F1 to combine passion and sustainability in 2026 rules debate

Four-time Formula 1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel has issued a compelling vision for the future of F1, urging the sport to merge its cutting-edge sustainability ambitions with the visceral thrill that has defined its legacy. Speaking at the Italian Grand Prix, where he had the unique opportunity to pilot Michael Schumacher’s iconic 2002 Ferrari F1 car, Vettel underscored the importance of preserving the emotional and sensory essence of racing while embracing technological progress.

KTM crew chief warns Marc Marquez about Pedro Acosta’s ‘monster’ challenge

Pedro Acosta’s breakthrough victory at the Austrian Grand Prix has set the stage for a fierce showdown within Ducati’s garage, as KTM crew chief Paul Trevathan has issued a stark warning to Marc Marquez. The seasoned champion is about to face the toughest intra-team rival of his illustrious MotoGP career in the form of the rising star Acosta.

Jorge Martín refuses surgery and retakes MotoGP lead after Misano arm issue

Jorge Martín delivered a remarkable statement of resilience by reclaiming the MotoGP World Championship lead without undergoing the feared surgery for his compartment syndrome suffered last weekend at Misano. The Aprilia rider amassed 32 of a possible 37 points over the weekend, extending his advantage over Marc Márquez by 12 points after Márquez finished fifth.