Russell’s theory on his big hope for F1 2027 – and Antonelli’s reply

From being the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season title favourite to fighting to hold on to second place as Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli accelerates into the distance, George Russell has endured a challenging few months. During that period he has been forced to question his entire approach to driving, owing to the peculiar requirements of the latest technical formula.
Most of the drivers on the …Keep reading

How McLaren Hypercar test will help Norris in F1

Lando Norris driving McLaren’s new Hypercar may seem inconsequential in the grand scheme of Formula 1 things, but the reigning world champion would disagree.
Norris took the wheel of the MCL-HY at Algarve last week, completing just 38 laps – enough to get a feel for the World Endurance Championship’s top machinery and provide feedback to McLaren ahead of the brand’s 2027 debut.
The …Keep reading

What’s behind the delay in cancelling the Qatar and Abu Dhabi GPs?

Given the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, for several months now it’s been assumed that the cancellation of the season-closing Qatar and Abu Dhabi Grands Prix is not just likely, but inevitable.
The commercial rights holder has been making contingency plans while outwardly maintaining that these races are still on. Many in the F1 paddock have followed suit: the hotels in the Imola …Keep reading

“Free agent” Ocon talking to other teams with Haas yet to confirm F1 2027 line-up

Esteban Ocon declared himself a “free agent” as Haas is yet to confirm its driver line-up for the 2027 Formula 1 season, but did not rule out potentially staying at the team. 
Although the Frenchman has been enjoying much improved performances of late, which have gone largely unrewarded as Haas’ performance has slipped away from its early-season points-scoring form, Ocon’s seat has been under …Keep reading