Four‑time world champion Sebastian Vettel believes George Russell will claim his first Formula 1 title this year. The German star has spoken about the top class only rarely since leaving Formula 1 in 2022, but in a new interview he still
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Ralph Boschung has been appointed as a development driver for the Audi Formula 1 team. The German manufacturer announced it via its social media channels. British Formula 3 driver Freddie Slater is also part of the new programme. The aim is to prepare young talent for the top flight. The
With the introduction of the new F1 regulations in 2026, Pirelli will also bring new tyres under the cars. The model range remains unchanged for now, although the Italian maker is exploring a third wet tyre to bridge the gap between the intermediates and the full wets. Racing in the
Oscar Piastri is implementing a number of changes to his personal team for 2026. Former driver and manager Mark Webber will take a less prominent role; Australian sources confirm he will travel to fewer Grands Prix. Reportedly this is linked to tensions between Webber and McLaren. Piastri’s management is said
Max Verstappen could race this year in the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring. The Dutchman already made his debut on the Nordschleife last year in the Nürburgring Langstrecken-Serie (NLS), which immediately yielded his first win. The NLS has since adjusted its calendar so the four-time F1 world champion can prepare
The Red Bull outfit will have to manage this season without chief designer Craig Skinner. The Brit announced his departure on Monday — just weeks ahead of the season-opener in Melbourne. Skinner had been with the Austrian team for more than twenty years. He was appointed chief designer in 2022;
According to former Red Bull senior advisor Helmut Marko, the new F1 regulations put more emphasis on digital precision than on pure driving skill. The 82-year-old throws his weight behind Max Verstappen and criticises the complex energy-management systems making their debut this season. Marko expects software engineers to play a
