Top 10 Lotus F1 cars ranked: 49, 72, 79 and more

More than a quarter of a century since the original Team Lotus closed its doors, the legendary British constructor is still one of the most successful in Formula 1 history.
The 79 world championship F1 wins scored by the firm founded by Colin Chapman puts Lotus fifth in the table, behind Ferrari, McLaren, Mercedes and Williams, and one spot ahead of Red Bull. It also scored seven …Keep reading

Vettel: F1 must not neglect human cost of swelling calendar

F1 is set to reveal its calendar for next season in the coming week ahead of the FIA’s World Motor Sport Council meeting, with a 23-race schedule anticipated.
F1 CEO and president Stefano Domenicali has already confirmed plans for a 23-race season that, despite finishing earlier in the year than 2021, will feature the most races in F1 history.
It has raised concerns about the pressure placed …Keep reading

Hamilton hopes “daring” F1 fashion choices helps open minds

The world champion has made it a habit of wearing some unique styles at grands prix when he isn’t in regular team wear.
In Turkey on Thursday, he wore an eye-catching blue and black kilt and trousers, with a matching Burberry jacket.
And while his outfits sometimes divide opinion among fans, he said at the Istanbul Park circuit that he hoped a greater good could come from him showing that …Keep reading

Verstappen: Second place in 2021 F1 standings won’t change my life

The Dutch driver is currently two points behind Hamilton with seven races of the current campaign remaining, as he contests his first F1 championship fight.
Verstappen’s contest with Hamilton in 2021 has featured several flash points – with their biggest clashes coming in the crashes at Silverstone and Monza – while he has also lost points in unfortunate incidents in Baku and at …Keep reading

Alonso: Reaction to Sochi F1 move proves different rules for different drivers

Two-time F1 world champion Alonso was spotted taking the escape route at Turn 2 during his reconnaissance laps to the grid ahead of the Russian Grand Prix two weeks ago, before repeating the move on the opening lap of the race.
The FIA took no action against Alonso as he was deemed not to have gained any advantage, but the Spaniard’s move attracted attention as it ensured he also did not lose …Keep reading