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· Oct 11
1- 2025 Season race laps and the leading driver for each lap
2- Drivers with most laps lead
As of round 18, 2025 #SingaporeGP
2- Drivers with most laps lead
As of round 18, 2025 #SingaporeGP
LEGO will launch an official F1 Academy car and field Esmee Kosterman on the 2026 grid, a first-of-its-kind commercial tie-up boosting visibility for women in motorsport. #F1 #F1Academy
November 20, 2025 at 8:36 AM
LEGO will launch an official F1 Academy car and field Esmee Kosterman on the 2026 grid, a first-of-its-kind commercial tie-up boosting visibility for women in motorsport. #F1 #F1Academy
Guenther Steiner says Oscar Piastri could leave McLaren if he fails to win the World Championship, fueling transfer speculation despite Piastri's multi-year deal to 2028. Article cites a post-Singapore dip in form; any move remains unconfirmed. #F1
November 19, 2025 at 10:21 PM
Guenther Steiner says Oscar Piastri could leave McLaren if he fails to win the World Championship, fueling transfer speculation despite Piastri's multi-year deal to 2028. Article cites a post-Singapore dip in form; any move remains unconfirmed. #F1
Guenther Steiner warns Oscar Piastri could leave McLaren if he fails to win the World Championship, saying other top teams would 'snap him up'. Piastri is contracted to 2028, but a late-2025 dip and trailing Lando Norris has fuelled speculation. #F1
November 19, 2025 at 10:17 PM
Guenther Steiner warns Oscar Piastri could leave McLaren if he fails to win the World Championship, saying other top teams would 'snap him up'. Piastri is contracted to 2028, but a late-2025 dip and trailing Lando Norris has fuelled speculation. #F1
Crash.net reports Aston Martin have repeatedly contacted Charles Leclerc’s manager Nicolas Todt about a potential 2027 move. Leclerc is under a long-term Ferrari deal (reported to run to 2029) and says he plans to stay, but a poor 2026 could make him reassess. #F1
November 19, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Crash.net reports Aston Martin have repeatedly contacted Charles Leclerc’s manager Nicolas Todt about a potential 2027 move. Leclerc is under a long-term Ferrari deal (reported to run to 2029) and says he plans to stay, but a poor 2026 could make him reassess. #F1
Aston Martin have 'repeatedly contacted' Charles Leclerc's manager Nicolas Todt, Leo Turrini reports via Crash.net. Leclerc remains publicly loyal to Ferrari but his extension is performance-linked, so 2026 form could shape his 2027 options. #F1
November 19, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Aston Martin have 'repeatedly contacted' Charles Leclerc's manager Nicolas Todt, Leo Turrini reports via Crash.net. Leclerc remains publicly loyal to Ferrari but his extension is performance-linked, so 2026 form could shape his 2027 options. #F1
George Russell says Williams were 'on the verge of bankruptcy' in 2019, with missed testing, cash shortfalls and jobs at risk. Dorilton Capital's 2020 takeover and new leadership revived Williams, now chasing their best Constructors finish since 2017. #LasVegasGP
November 19, 2025 at 11:55 AM
George Russell says Williams were 'on the verge of bankruptcy' in 2019, with missed testing, cash shortfalls and jobs at risk. Dorilton Capital's 2020 takeover and new leadership revived Williams, now chasing their best Constructors finish since 2017. #LasVegasGP
Sepang says F1 could return, but Liberty Media's ~$70M annual hosting fee and Malaysia's current government reluctance make a comeback before 2027/28 unlikely. Sepang CEO remains hopeful amid competition from Thailand and others. #MalaysianGP
November 19, 2025 at 6:36 AM
Sepang says F1 could return, but Liberty Media's ~$70M annual hosting fee and Malaysia's current government reluctance make a comeback before 2027/28 unlikely. Sepang CEO remains hopeful amid competition from Thailand and others. #MalaysianGP
Christian Horner reportedly met F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and McLaren CEO Zak Brown as he weighs an F1 return, reportedly exploring a new 12th team or an equity stake with possible Chinese investor interest. #F1
November 19, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Christian Horner reportedly met F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem and McLaren CEO Zak Brown as he weighs an F1 return, reportedly exploring a new 12th team or an equity stake with possible Chinese investor interest. #F1
Jamie Chadwick has been named reserve and development driver for Genesis Magma Racing's Hypercar programme in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship. The Sky Sports F1 pundit and three-time W Series champion tested the GMR-001 at Magny-Cours, a landmark for women in motorsport.
November 18, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Jamie Chadwick has been named reserve and development driver for Genesis Magma Racing's Hypercar programme in the 2026 FIA World Endurance Championship. The Sky Sports F1 pundit and three-time W Series champion tested the GMR-001 at Magny-Cours, a landmark for women in motorsport.
Juan Pablo Montoya guarantees Aston Martin will produce a world champion within three years, saying Adrian Newey might exploit a 2026 regs 'loophole' to make them dominant. He admits 2026 is uncertain but believes Fernando Alonso can fight for the title. #F1
November 18, 2025 at 9:52 AM
Juan Pablo Montoya guarantees Aston Martin will produce a world champion within three years, saying Adrian Newey might exploit a 2026 regs 'loophole' to make them dominant. He admits 2026 is uncertain but believes Fernando Alonso can fight for the title. #F1
Pirelli set a 25-lap cap per tyre set for the 57-lap Qatar GP, forcing at least two pit stops. C1, C2 and C3 compounds will be used after analysis of tyre fatigue; decision agreed with FIA and teams to reduce failure risk. #QatarGP
November 17, 2025 at 11:25 PM
Pirelli set a 25-lap cap per tyre set for the 57-lap Qatar GP, forcing at least two pit stops. C1, C2 and C3 compounds will be used after analysis of tyre fatigue; decision agreed with FIA and teams to reduce failure risk. #QatarGP
Mercedes say lessons from past failures (W13's stiff suspension, floor design and porpoising) shaped their 2026 plan: deliver a competitive car from day one, even if it limits in-season development, to avoid starting on the back foot. #F1
November 17, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Mercedes say lessons from past failures (W13's stiff suspension, floor design and porpoising) shaped their 2026 plan: deliver a competitive car from day one, even if it limits in-season development, to avoid starting on the back foot. #F1
Shock signing: McLaren signs karting talent Ella Häkkinen, daughter of two-time champion Mika Häkkinen, into its junior driver programme. She's set for single-seater steps in 2027. McLaren also adds Ella Stevens and keeps backing Ella Lloyd as it boosts female pathways. #F1
November 17, 2025 at 1:24 PM
Shock signing: McLaren signs karting talent Ella Häkkinen, daughter of two-time champion Mika Häkkinen, into its junior driver programme. She's set for single-seater steps in 2027. McLaren also adds Ella Stevens and keeps backing Ella Lloyd as it boosts female pathways. #F1
McLaren signs Ella Häkkinen, daughter of Mika Häkkinen, to its Driver Development Programme alongside Ella Stevens and current member Ella Lloyd, expanding its female talent pipeline and honouring the Häkkinen legacy. Zak Brown says inclusion is key. #F1
November 17, 2025 at 1:18 PM
McLaren signs Ella Häkkinen, daughter of Mika Häkkinen, to its Driver Development Programme alongside Ella Stevens and current member Ella Lloyd, expanding its female talent pipeline and honouring the Häkkinen legacy. Zak Brown says inclusion is key. #F1
Bernie Ecclestone backs Christian Horner for a potential move to Ferrari, calling Maranello 'complete chaos'. PlanetF1 reports Ferrari held talks with Horner that stalled; chairman John Elkann has publicly reaffirmed support for team principal Fred Vasseur. #F1
November 17, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Bernie Ecclestone backs Christian Horner for a potential move to Ferrari, calling Maranello 'complete chaos'. PlanetF1 reports Ferrari held talks with Horner that stalled; chairman John Elkann has publicly reaffirmed support for team principal Fred Vasseur. #F1
Fernando Alonso remains dubious about the 2026 rules overhaul, warning overtaking could suffer even with new overtaking aids being considered to replace DRS. He says tyres, degradation and energy deployment will be key, and racing quality will shape his future. #F1
November 17, 2025 at 2:54 AM
Fernando Alonso remains dubious about the 2026 rules overhaul, warning overtaking could suffer even with new overtaking aids being considered to replace DRS. He says tyres, degradation and energy deployment will be key, and racing quality will shape his future. #F1
F1 and Las Vegas are in talks to extend the Las Vegas GP on its pre-Thanksgiving weekend beyond 2027, targeting a 5-10 year deal (possibly to 2037). A two-year extension already covers 2026 and 2027. Liberty Media may fund semi-permanent track infrastructure to cut disruption. #LasVegasGP
November 17, 2025 at 2:35 AM
F1 and Las Vegas are in talks to extend the Las Vegas GP on its pre-Thanksgiving weekend beyond 2027, targeting a 5-10 year deal (possibly to 2037). A two-year extension already covers 2026 and 2027. Liberty Media may fund semi-permanent track infrastructure to cut disruption. #LasVegasGP
F1's secret battleground: teams are upgrading wind tunnels, CFD and sim correlation as they prepare for the 2026 technical revolution. Aston Martin's new in-house wind tunnel at the AMR Technology Campus is central to the off-track arms race.
November 16, 2025 at 9:42 PM
F1's secret battleground: teams are upgrading wind tunnels, CFD and sim correlation as they prepare for the 2026 technical revolution. Aston Martin's new in-house wind tunnel at the AMR Technology Campus is central to the off-track arms race.
Alpine confirms break-in at Viry-Châtillon HQ (reported Nov 16): intruders accessed senior offices but caused no damage or theft. French police are probing, with industrial espionage feared given earlier 2026 power-unit work at the site. #F1
November 16, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Alpine confirms break-in at Viry-Châtillon HQ (reported Nov 16): intruders accessed senior offices but caused no damage or theft. French police are probing, with industrial espionage feared given earlier 2026 power-unit work at the site. #F1
Guenther Steiner suggests Oliver Bearman could replace Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari in 2027 if Hamilton struggles in 2026, praising Bearman’s form at Haas. Hamilton says his Ferrari contract runs through 2027. #F1
November 16, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Guenther Steiner suggests Oliver Bearman could replace Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari in 2027 if Hamilton struggles in 2026, praising Bearman’s form at Haas. Hamilton says his Ferrari contract runs through 2027. #F1
Guenther Steiner says Oliver Bearman should replace Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari in 2027, praising Bearman's strong recent form. The Haas rookie and Ferrari Academy talent has impressed with points finishes; Hamilton's contract runs through 2027. #F1
November 16, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Guenther Steiner says Oliver Bearman should replace Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari in 2027, praising Bearman's strong recent form. The Haas rookie and Ferrari Academy talent has impressed with points finishes; Hamilton's contract runs through 2027. #F1
Calls grow to end booing of Lando Norris after he was jeered on the podium in Mexico City and São Paulo. F1 figures warn the hostility could escalate. Racing Bulls condemned a staff member who appeared to encourage boos at the Brazil GP. #BrazilGP
November 16, 2025 at 11:25 AM
Calls grow to end booing of Lando Norris after he was jeered on the podium in Mexico City and São Paulo. F1 figures warn the hostility could escalate. Racing Bulls condemned a staff member who appeared to encourage boos at the Brazil GP. #BrazilGP
Max Verstappen's Nordschleife breakthrough has prompted the DMSB to amend Permit B (DPN B) rules: drivers can now qualify via one RCN race (with driver change) plus three penalty-free DNLS winter rounds, formally recognising sim racing as real-world prep. #Nurburgring
November 16, 2025 at 11:08 AM
Max Verstappen's Nordschleife breakthrough has prompted the DMSB to amend Permit B (DPN B) rules: drivers can now qualify via one RCN race (with driver change) plus three penalty-free DNLS winter rounds, formally recognising sim racing as real-world prep. #Nurburgring
Max Verstappen’s Nordschleife success pushed the DMSB to widen Permit Nordschleife routes: besides the standard DPN B course, drivers can now qualify via RCN race options or a mixed path (one RCN + three penalty-free DNLS winter rounds). Big sim-to-real milestone. #Nurburgring
November 16, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Max Verstappen’s Nordschleife success pushed the DMSB to widen Permit Nordschleife routes: besides the standard DPN B course, drivers can now qualify via RCN race options or a mixed path (one RCN + three penalty-free DNLS winter rounds). Big sim-to-real milestone. #Nurburgring
Red Bull stayed tight-lipped after fitting a new Honda power unit to Verstappen's car at Interlagos. McLaren wants clarity on whether the late-season swap counts to the cost cap and raised it at the F1 Commission. Secrecy is fuelling questions. #BrazilGP
November 16, 2025 at 5:51 AM
Red Bull stayed tight-lipped after fitting a new Honda power unit to Verstappen's car at Interlagos. McLaren wants clarity on whether the late-season swap counts to the cost cap and raised it at the F1 Commission. Secrecy is fuelling questions. #BrazilGP