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Antonelli's Rise: Raw Talent or Mercedes Muscle? The F1 Debate Heats Up
After the United States Grand Prix, one question dominates the paddock: how much of Kimi Antonelli's success is the driver, and how much is the car?
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Steiner and Hill Dissect the Austin Grand Prix in Post-Race Debrief
Ex-Haas boss Guenther Steiner and 1996 world champion Damon Hill pick apart the Austin race with no filter and plenty of paddock insight.
Antonelli dominates US Grand Prix and moves to the brink of the F1 title
Kimi Antonelli's commanding win in the United States leaves him on the verge of a first world championship, and Toto Wolff calls it his best race yet.
Antonelli Wins US GP as Pundits Say Teen Phenom Feels No Pressure
Kimi Antonelli's US Grand Prix win has Hill, Steiner and Tennant convinced the teenager is cruising toward the F1 title without a flicker of nerves.
Antonelli Shines, Leclerc Near Perfect in US GP Driver Ratings
Kimi Antonelli earns a superb grade and Charles Leclerc comes within touching distance of perfection in the post-race report card from Austin.
Antonelli Storms to Austin Win as Wolff Hails His Best Drive Yet
Kimi Antonelli won in Austin, and Toto Wolff called it his finest performance yet, though the title will have to wait.
Mexico City Grand Prix Weekend: How to Catch Every Moment of the Action
Practice, qualifying and the race all land from 30 October to 1 November, and here's how to make sure you don't miss a lap in the thin Mexico City air.
Antonelli Wins in Austin, Moves One Race From F1 Crown
Kimi Antonelli dominated the US Grand Prix to beat Leclerc and Verstappen, leaving the title decider for Mexico next weekend.
Antonelli Dominates US GP and Stands Two Points From F1 Title
Kimi Antonelli crushed the field at the US Grand Prix and can seal his first world championship in Mexico City next weekend.
Palmowski Crowned F1 Academy Champion in Austin as Africa Watches From Afar
Alisha Palmowski seals the F1 Academy crown at COTA, and her win spotlights how few African talents sit on the junior motorsport ladder.
Antonelli Dominates in Austin, Sits Two Points From World Crown
Kimi Antonelli cruised to victory at the United States Grand Prix, but the champagne for his first world title will have to stay on ice for now.
Antonelli on Pole in Austin, Eyes Youngest F1 Title Ever
Kimi Antonelli starts the US Grand Prix from pole with a shot at becoming Formula One's youngest world champion if results fall his way.
Antonelli Grabs Austin Pole and Puts the Title Race on Notice
Kimi Antonelli locks in pole at the Circuit of the Americas, and suddenly the talk is about more than just Sunday's grid.
Antonelli Eyes Youngest F1 Title in Austin and Says He's Loving Every Minute
Kimi Antonelli can become Formula 1's youngest world champion on Sunday, and he insists the pressure is making the weekend more fun, not less.
Antonelli Storms to US GP Pole, Eyes Title Clincher at COTA
Kimi Antonelli beat Max Verstappen to pole in Austin, setting up a Sunday shot at wrapping up his maiden F1 world championship.
Antonelli seizes US GP pole with world title in sight
Kimi Antonelli grabs pole for the United States Grand Prix, putting himself in prime position on a weekend he could clinch his first world championship.
Russell Arrives in Austin Chasing Redemption After a Season That Tested Him
Once tipped as title favourite, George Russell hits US Grand Prix qualifying at COTA hunting momentum and a win or two to salvage his 2026.
Antonelli, 20, closes in on F1 crown with a smile and eight wins
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli is on the brink of becoming Formula One's youngest world champion, and his talent has been obvious since his karting days.
Leclerc Leads Verstappen in First Austin Practice for Ferrari
Charles Leclerc put Ferrari on top in opening practice at the US Grand Prix, finishing ahead of Red Bull's Max Verstappen in Austin.
Antonelli Eyes Youngest F1 Title in Austin as Drivers Slam Bumpy Track
Kimi Antonelli can become Formula One's youngest world champion at the US Grand Prix, but drivers are warning the bumpy Austin circuit is a health risk.
Verstappen Slams Austin Bumps as 'Out of Control' Ahead of US Grand Prix
Max Verstappen has fired a blunt warning at F1 bosses, calling the bumps at the Austin circuit 'unacceptable' before this weekend's United States Grand Prix.
Hamilton Urges Humility as Rwanda's F1 Dream Faces Human Rights Questions
Lewis Hamilton says the world should approach Africa's possible F1 return in Rwanda with humility as human rights concerns hit the conversation.
Hamilton Wants to Race Into the 2030s for an African Grand Prix Dream
Lewis Hamilton wants his F1 career to last long enough to race on African soil when Rwanda hosts the continent's first Grand Prix in decades.
Hamilton eyes 2030s run to chase his dream of racing in Africa
Lewis Hamilton wants to stay in F1 into the early 2030s so he can finally race on African soil when Rwanda hosts the continent's Grand Prix.
Antonelli Vows to 'Just Have Fun' as F1 Title Moment Looms in Austin
Kimi Antonelli is closing in on the Formula 1 crown, and his plan for the United States Grand Prix is refreshingly simple: enjoy every second.
Audi hands 18-year-old Freddie Slater F1 practice debut in Mexico
Teenager Freddie Slater will step into an Audi on Friday morning at the Mexico City and Sao Paulo Grands Prix, getting his first taste of Formula 1 machinery.
F1 Grands Prix Set to Go Back to Full Distance in 2028
Formula 1's shortened race length is only a temporary fix, with full-distance grands prix returning to the calendar in 2028.
Antonelli Eyes F1 Crown in Austin as Mercedes Face Big Questions
Kimi Antonelli could seal his maiden world title at the US Grand Prix, but Mercedes have more than a trophy riding on Austin.
Racing Bulls Driver Puzzle: Can Lawson and Lindblad Both Stay?
With the US Grand Prix looming, the Racing Bulls seats for 2026 are the paddock's hottest question, and Lawson and Lindblad are right in the middle of it.
US Grand Prix Weekend Is Here: Your Guide to Catching Every Moment
Formula 1 heads to America from 23-25 October, and here's how to plan your weekend so you don't miss a single lap.
F1 in America: From Watkins Glen to a Vegas Car Park, a Visual Journey
From Indianapolis banking to Long Beach streets and a Caesars Palace car park, F1's American adventures have produced some of the sport's wildest frames.
Got Burning F1 Questions? Put Them to Andrew Benson This Season
F1 correspondent Andrew Benson is launching a weekly Q&A this season, and fans can start sending in their questions right now.
Camara Lands Haas Seat for 2027 Formula 1 Debut
Brazil's Rafael Camara will make his Formula 1 debut with Haas in 2027, adding fresh young talent to the American outfit's plans.
Papaya Rules Explained: How McLaren Lets Its Drivers Fight
McLaren's famous 'papaya rules' keep its drivers racing hard without turning the garage into a war zone. Here's how they work.
Norris-Piastri Clash Puts McLaren's 'Papaya Rules' Under Fire
A McLaren teammate collision in Singapore has fans asking whether the team's famous fair-fight philosophy can survive a tight title run-in.
Red Bull lock in Laurent Mekies as team boss through 2031
Red Bull have handed Laurent Mekies a contract running to the end of 2031, backing the man who took over from Christian Horner.
F1 Is Coming Back to Africa, But Rwanda's Race Deal Comes With Baggage
Formula 1 returns to the continent in the early 2030s, but Rwanda's race deal has critics crying sportswashing.
Rwanda Lands F1: African Grand Prix Coming to Bugesera
Formula One is heading back to Africa after more than three decades, with Rwanda locking in a 10-year deal for a purpose-built circuit near Kigali.
Rwanda lands the African Grand Prix, ending F1's 33-year Africa wait
Rwanda has beaten Morocco and South Africa to a Formula 1 deal, bringing the sport back to Africa for the first time in 33 years.
Rwanda lands the African Grand Prix, ending F1's 33-year Africa exile
Where Morocco and South Africa fell short, Rwanda has closed a deal to bring Formula 1 back to African soil for the first time since 1993.
Rwanda Seals 10-Year F1 Deal to Bring Grand Prix Racing Back to Africa
Rwanda has signed a 10-year Formula 1 deal, putting Africa back on the Grand Prix calendar from the early 2030s.
Rwanda Lands Formula 1: Africa Gets Its Grand Prix Back
Rwanda has signed a 10-year deal with Formula 1, bringing the sport back to African soil for the first time since 1993.
Verstappen on Pole, Antonelli Chasing Title Ground: Who Takes the Flag?
Max Verstappen has pole in hand, but Kimi Antonelli's title push means turning it into a win is only half the story.
Verstappen Rules Singapore, Fends Off Leclerc for Back-to-Back Wins
Max Verstappen controlled the Marina Bay showdown to beat Charles Leclerc, while Kimi Antonelli's podium puts him on the brink of the F1 crown.
Verstappen Rules Singapore: Red Bull Star Claims First Marina Bay Win
Max Verstappen finally conquers Marina Bay, taking a commanding first Singapore GP win ahead of Charles Leclerc and Kimi Antonelli.
Verstappen Flawless, Antonelli Mature Beyond His Years in Singapore Ratings
Max Verstappen earns top marks while Kimi Antonelli impresses with composure in the driver report card from the Singapore Grand Prix.
Antonelli Closes In on the Title: Does Mr Consistent Change Anything?
With the title within reach, Kimi Antonelli faces F1's biggest question: stick with what works, or rewrite the plan?
Horner Opens Up on Red Bull Sacking: Panic Attacks and a Lost Sense of Purpose
Sacked after two decades building Red Bull into an F1 giant, Christian Horner admits the fall left him doubting who he was without the paddock.
Antonelli Eyes Title Glory After Singapore Podium as Verstappen Dominates
Kimi Antonelli's third place in Singapore sets up a possible title-clinching weekend in Austin, while Max Verstappen ruled Marina Bay from lights to flag.
Hamilton and Ferrari Fumble a Double Podium Chance in Singapore
A tough night under the Marina Bay lights left Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari asking hard questions about strategy, execution and a podium double that slipped away.
Hamilton Owns Up to Ferrari After Singapore Call Hands Antonelli Title Shot
Lewis Hamilton says sorry to Ferrari after a Singapore strategy error leaves Kimi Antonelli one race from the world title in Austin.
Verstappen leads Singapore grid as McLaren boss orders drivers to behave
Verstappen starts on pole at Marina Bay, McLaren's Zak Brown has laid down the law, and sweltering heat awaits for 62 laps of pure endurance.
Wolff Fires Back: Bias Claims Belong in Cartoons, Not F1
Toto Wolff shut down favouritism claims over Antonelli and Russell, telling critics to stick to Teletubbies as Mercedes head to Singapore.
Verstappen Snatches Singapore Pole by 0.05s After Sprint Win
Max Verstappen completes a Marina Bay double, beating Charles Leclerc to pole for his 50th career P1 while George Russell's title hopes take another hit.
Verstappen Rules Singapore: Sprint Win Backed Up With Pole Position
Max Verstappen pairs sprint victory with pole in Singapore as McLaren teammates collide, Russell spins and Ferrari quietly cash in.
Russell Tops Singapore Practice as Leclerc's Ferrari Chases Hard
George Russell put his Mercedes at the front of the Singapore Grand Prix practice order, with Ferrari's Charles Leclerc right behind him.
Wolff Fires Back: Mercedes Boss Denies Russell Bias, Slams 'Brainless' Critics
Toto Wolff hits back at claims Mercedes treat George Russell unfairly, calling the critics 'brainless' and saying some seem to think he's Satan.
Verstappen Grabs Singapore Sprint Pole Despite Fresh Settings Scare
Max Verstappen shrugged off another settings problem to edge George Russell and take sprint pole at the Singapore Grand Prix.
Verstappen Eyes Sprint Glory Under the Singapore Lights
Max Verstappen arrives in Singapore in strong form, and the sprint at Marina Bay could be the perfect place to extend his momentum.
Singapore GP Brings Season's Final Sprint Weekend on 9-11 October
Marina Bay hosts the sixth and last sprint round of the Formula 1 season, so here's what to know before the lights go out.
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