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Williams opted against continuing F1 2022 development when P10 looked certain

Williams opted against continuing F1 2022 development when P10 looked certain

Williams slumped back to 10th place as it struggled to match the midfield teams.

By Luke Smith 29 December 2022

Why Aston Martin won't copy its way to Formula 1 success

Why Aston Martin won't copy its way to Formula 1 success

2023 will be an important point along that road.

By Luke Smith 22 December 2022

Williams: ‘Unfair’ to keep F1 seat hopefuls hanging on after deciding on Sargeant

Williams: ‘Unfair’ to keep F1 seat hopefuls hanging on after deciding on Sargeant

Capito explains why he publicly said that Sargeant would get the seat before having the super licence in place.

By Luke Smith 22 December 2022

How the FIA risks following FIFA down a worrying path

How the FIA risks following FIFA down a worrying path

As the FIA restricts political statements.

By Luke Smith 21 December 2022

Mercedes signs Schumacher as F1 reserve driver for 2023

Mercedes signs Schumacher as F1 reserve driver for 2023

Mercedes has announced the signing of Mick Schumacher as its Formula 1 reserve driver for the 2023 season.

By Luke Smith 16 December 2022

Williams F1 team principal Jost Capito steps down

Williams F1 team principal Jost Capito steps down

Williams has announced that Jost Capito has stepped down as its Formula 1 boss after two years in charge.

By Luke Smith 13 December 2022

Norris: One F1 podium "isn’t enough" despite "very tough" year for McLaren

Norris: One F1 podium "isn’t enough" despite "very tough" year for McLaren

Lando Norris says scoring just a single podium finish in F1 this year “isn’t enough”.

By Luke Smith 10 December 2022

F1 reveals six sprint races for 2023 including Spa and Baku

F1 reveals six sprint races for 2023 including Spa and Baku

Formula 1 has announced the locations for its six sprint races in 2023 as Baku and Spa join the expanded roster for next year.

By Luke Smith 08 December 2022

FIA to drop F1 COVID vaccination requirement for 2023

FIA to drop F1 COVID vaccination requirement for 2023

Including those in the paddock.

By Luke Smith 08 December 2022

F1 can’t "hide away" from social issues in Middle East countries, says Wolff

F1 can’t "hide away" from social issues in Middle East countries, says Wolff

Toto Wolff believes the sport can help bring positive change.

By Luke Smith 05 December 2022

Horner: Fine margins on 2022 compounds behind Perez’s F1 tyre struggles

Horner: Fine margins on 2022 compounds behind Perez’s F1 tyre struggles

Christian Horner believes Sergio Perez’s Formula 1 tyre struggles in 2022 may be down to the fine margins.

By Luke Smith 04 December 2022

Audi gives update on F1 expansion plans ahead of 2026 entry

Audi gives update on F1 expansion plans ahead of 2026 entry

Audi has provided an update on its F1 expansion plans ahead of its factory entry in 2026 with Sauber.

By Luke Smith 03 December 2022

F1 confirms cancellation of 2023 Chinese Grand Prix

F1 confirms cancellation of 2023 Chinese Grand Prix

F1 has confirmed the Chinese Grand Prix will not go ahead next year due to ongoing COVID-19 restrictions.

By Luke Smith 03 December 2022

Sargeant picks permanent race number for rookie F1 season

Sargeant picks permanent race number for rookie F1 season

Logan Sargeant has selected his permanent number ahead of his rookie Formula 1 season with Williams in 2023.

By Luke Smith 01 December 2022

Inside Aston Martin's new £200m 'game changer' F1 factory

Inside Aston Martin's new £200m 'game changer' F1 factory

By Luke Smith 30 November 2022

Unbranded Aston brought back memories of 2002 Jaguar F1 test for Alonso

Unbranded Aston brought back memories of 2002 Jaguar F1 test for Alonso

Alonso was reminded of his test with Jaguar in 2002 when he drove the unbranded, green-livered Aston Martin F1 car for the first time.

By Luke Smith 26 November 2022

Alonso ‘100-plus’ per cent happy with Aston Martin move after first F1 test

Alonso ‘100-plus’ per cent happy with Aston Martin move after first F1 test

Alonso completed 97 laps in the AMR22 car, setting the third-fastest time.

By Luke Smith 23 November 2022

Williams formally confirms Sargeant in Formula 1 seat for 2023

Williams formally confirms Sargeant in Formula 1 seat for 2023

Completing the Formula 1 grid for next year.

By Luke Smith 22 November 2022

F1 announces new all-female F1 Academy series for 2023

F1 announces new all-female F1 Academy series for 2023

F1 has announced it will start a new, all-female racing championship from 2023 known as F1 Academy.

By Luke Smith 19 November 2022

Mercedes won’t prioritise Hamilton to keep F1 win record in Abu Dhabi

Mercedes won’t prioritise Hamilton to keep F1 win record in Abu Dhabi

Toto Wolff says it’s “not what he ever would want.”

By Luke Smith 17 November 2022

McLaren reveals special F1 livery for Abu Dhabi season finale

McLaren reveals special F1 livery for Abu Dhabi season finale

Showcasing the work of a Lebanese artist.

By Luke Smith 17 November 2022

Wolff: Russell had "maybe a year too long" at Williams in F1

Wolff: Russell had "maybe a year too long" at Williams in F1

Toto Wolff believes Williams gave George Russell “the best schooling”.

By Luke Smith 16 November 2022

Verstappen: I had my reasons for not giving Perez F1 spot at Interlagos

Verstappen: I had my reasons for not giving Perez F1 spot at Interlagos

Verstappen ignored team orders.

By Luke Smith 14 November 2022

Perez fumes as Verstappen defies F1 team orders: "It shows who he really is"

Perez fumes as Verstappen defies F1 team orders: "It shows who he really is"

Max Verstappen defied a call to allow Sergio Perez pass.

By Luke Smith 14 November 2022

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