James Allison reveals the "very adventurous" trick behind Kimi Antonelli's F1 title

Mercedes technical director James Allison has explained how Kimi Antonelli's bold use of the tools on his steering wheel helped him become Formula 1's youngest world champion. The Italian driver secured the 2026 title at the Mexican Grand Prix at the age of 20, in only his second season in F1, and has won nine grands prix so far this year. Speaking on the NU Silver Arrows Radio Show, Allison ...…

Lewis Hamilton makes Ferrari promise as F1 drivers air key objection - RacingNews365 Review

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Oscar Piastri details McLaren 'manhandling' challenge as F1 woes continue

Oscar Piastri is enduring a tricky season in F1 as he struggles to get to grips with the new 2026-spec cars.

Liam Lawson handed remarkable Max Verstappen claim: ‘It’s possible’

The minor collision between Max Verstappen and Liam Lawson during the second free practice session in Mexico City is still making waves. Juan Pablo Montoya shared his perspective on the matter in his podcast, MontoyAS, and his take was notably nuanced.

Max Verstappen victory takes the spoils from sensational hat-trick

The verdict was clear on which of Max Verstappen's past three São Paulo Grand Prix performances was the best.

Guenther Steiner suggests Mark Webber became too involved in Oscar Piastri’s career

Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner believes Mark Webber may have become too involved in Oscar Piastri’s career in the second half of 2025, before the McLaren driver decided he wanted to “do this on my own”. Piastri and Webber announced after the São Paulo Grand Prix that they had mutually agreed to end their management agreement, which began in 2019 and saw the ... Keep reading

“I was getting beat up” – How Daniel Ricciardo burned out on ‘humiliating’ F1 return

As Daniel Ricciardo joined the Beyond The Grid podcast last month, he sounded more grounded, almost wiser. Two years away from Formula 1’s limelight have provided the Australian with the time he required for introspection, allowing him to view his final years in the championship from a new angle. Those final years were a struggle. After losing his McLaren seat, Ricciardo returned to his old ...…

Should Ferrari designate a clear number one F1 driver policy?

Have your say on what Ferrari should do with its feuding drivers in the latest RacingNews365 poll!

Damon Hill: Ferrari has a “political problem” as Lewis Hamilton “rebuilt himself”

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur recently insisted that Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc "left my room joking together" following a private meeting in Brazil to clear the air. But 1996 Formula 1 champion Damon Hill is not buying the sudden harmony at Maranello. According to Hill, the Scuderia is actively masking a rift. Analysing the fallout from the recent triple-header, Hill pointed to a…

Kimi Antonelli close to tears after hero’s welcome at national sporting event

Kimi Antonelli was serenaded by a packed San Siro in his native Italy.

Las Vegas GP reveals neon sign-inspired trophy design

The Las Vegas Grand Prix has unveiled a new trophy design for next weekend’s Formula 1 round, inspired by the city and its neon lights. The 3.6kg, 56cm-tall winners’ trophy took six months to develop and build and emulates the neon signs synonymous with the Las Vegas strip that the circuit is based around. The trophy contains 122 lights puts a new meaning to ‘seeing your name in ... Keep reading

Video: Episode 12: The Making of World Champions

Host Anthony Davidson sits down in Brackley with Deputy Team Principal Bradley Lord and Technical Director James Allison to celebrate wrapping up the 2026 World Championships. Together, they look back on the rollercoaster São Paulo Grand Prix, salute the 2,000 team members across Brackley and Brixworth who made our return to the top possible, and break down the technical secrets behind Kimi…

Mercedes could only gamble on Kimi Antonelli because of George Russell, Toto Wolff told staff

Mercedes would not have been able to take the risk of promoting Kimi Antonelli without already having George Russell, according to a message Toto Wolff sent to the entire team. Antonelli joined Mercedes in 2025 after seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton moved to Ferrari. In only his second season in the series, the Italian driver became the youngest world champion in the history of F1 ...…

F1 boss 'at wit's end' over chronic reliability issues which have wrecked season

Aston Martin and Honda have struggled for reliability during a tough 2026 season.

Valtteri Bottas shares what he's heard from Cadillac regarding F1 future

Valtteri Bottas currently holds one of the two F1 seats yet to be formally confirmed for the 2027 season.

Kimi Antonelli divulges secret tactic to unlock radical new F1 cars

Kimi Antonelli adapted better than anyone to dominate the season and win his first drivers' championship.

Lewis Hamilton fires 'how it's going to be' vow after Ferrari F1 furore

Lewis Hamilton has fired a strong message that things will continue to change at Ferrari.

Toto Wolff offered his resignation during Mercedes’ struggles, but his boss refused

In motorsport, extended periods of failure usually result in swift executive turnover. But when Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff attempted to hold himself accountable for the team's struggles in recent years, his boss flatly refused to let him walk away. Speaking at the 2026 Golden Steering Wheel awards in Berlin, Wolff provided a glimpse into the internal corporate dynamics at ... Keep reading

Red Bull F1 car takes on MotoGP bike, rally car and snowmobile in extreme ice race

Red Bull pitted a Formula 1 car, MotoGP bike, rally car, Pro 4 truck and a snowmobile against each other in the first Ultimate Winter race. Former MotoGP rider Dani Pedrosa won, riding a KTM MotoGP bike on the custom frozen lake course. The event, held in Eagle River, Wisconsin, brought five motorsport disciplines together on the same grid. Each machine ran on custom studded tyres, and Red ...…

"It's horribly painful" - Williams drops 2026 car upgrades to benefit 2027

Williams F1 team boss James Vowles says it was "horribly painful" for the squad to forego 2026 aero upgrades and save the resources for 2027 instead. Williams has been forced into playing the long game for some time now, but was hoping its progress behind the scenes in 2025 would carry over into the new regulations. Instead, Williams faced a huge wake-up call as the huge workload required to ...…

F1 drivers voice dissent after major test despite George Russell optimism

A tricky situation for all the drivers - but some strong dissent has been voiced.

Lando Norris 'master' trait singled out after stunning tour de force

McLaren has highlighted a major trait that Lando Norris possesses - and which was on full display in Sao Paulo.

Electrifying Max Verstappen eerily foreshadows stunning F1 streak

A decade ago, Max Verstappen showed all the signs of things to come, with a masterful performance at Interlagos that he has already replicated three times and counting.

The Kimi Antonelli you don't know: Inside the Mercedes garage with F1's new world champion

Mercedes mechanics have learned to watch their backs. Not because of the dangers of a pitstop, but because of Kimi Antonelli. Formula 1's newly crowned world champion has a rather unusual habit. He approaches members of his crew, greets them and, when they least expect it, gives their nipples a pinch - so nobody appears to be safe! It is just one of the many practical jokes through which the ...…

Adrian Newey makes important claim about Aston Martin and 'disappointed' Honda

Honda has a winning history in F1, from its stints with McLaren and Red Bull. However, its early partnership with Aston Martin has fallen well short of expectations.

F1 driver contracts: How long is each driver tied down for?

The details in a Formula 1 driver contract is highly-guarded information, but often the length of the deal is released to the wider world. Here is how long each F1 driver contract is believed to be and therefore what moves could be possible and when in the future. McLaren Lando Norris – 2030 The reigning F1 world champion recently announced a new four-year contract with McLaren which ... Keep…

Dan Ticktum explains how Fortescue beat Lola to his Formula E signature

Dan Ticktum has a new home for the start of Formula E's Gen4 era, but just how did it come about?

Toto Wolff discloses 'long-term vision' for Mercedes' F1 success

Toto Wolff has explained why Mercedes rejects the "fire-and-hire" practices often seen in elite sports, and how that sets the F1 team up for "long-term" success.

McLaren face risky dilemma over impending change to F1 rules

McLaren returned to winning ways at the São Paulo Grand Prix as the team turns its attention to its 2027 F1 car. However, as RacingNews365 technical analyst Paolo Filisetti explains, it faces a difficult challenge.

Charles Leclerc avoids thorny Lewis Hamilton question after eye-catching claim

Charles Leclerc has avoided answering a key question following comments made by Lewis Hamilton.

Max Verstappen reveals key Red Bull factor in facing major Las Vegas issue

Although Max Verstappen is a two-time winner in Las Vegas, the cars are very different this year.

Lewis Hamilton lambasts F1 peers for 'talking smack' and lacking empathy

Lewis Hamilton has rebuked former F1 drivers, and some of the elder statesmen still racing in the championship, for having "no empathy" and being overly critical of the next generation.

The Secret Teams Behind F1 Drivers

F1 drivers might appear to be treated like royalty, but there is a practical reason for the small army working around them. Managers, personal assistants, trainers, accountants, lawyers and communications...

Guenther Steiner suggests Max Verstappen could be better suited to lead Ferrari

Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner has questioned whether Lewis Hamilton is the driver to turn Ferrari's fortunes around, suggesting Max Verstappen might be better suited to the role. Hamilton joined Ferrari in 2025 after a successful 12-year stint with Mercedes, during which time he won six of his seven world titles. After a tricky first season with Ferrari, the ... Keep…

Liam Lawson avoids would-be brutal axe as Lewis Hamilton gets fiery - RacingNews365 Review

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Daniel Ricciardo explains 'shoey' origin: 'I felt like a tie was choking everyone'

Daniel Ricciardo made this particularly awful practice iconic. One of the many reasons he is missed in F1.

Alan Jones remembered for 'indelible mark' in touching Williams family tribute

Claire Williams spoke exclusively to RacingNews365 regarding the passing of her former team's first champion.

Liam Lawson closing in on century in tight race to beat all-time F1 record

Liam Lawson can now turn his full attention to attacking for the all-time team record.

Lewis Hamilton says ‘Israel’s genocide in Gaza is appalling’ after Rafah visit

F1 driver urges Israel to let aid into Gaza Trip involved tour of facilities with aid workers Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton said on Wednesday that Israel must allow aid ⁠trucks into Gaza, a day after he visited the Rafah border crossing in Egypt. Hamilton, a seven-time ⁠world champion, arrived ⁠in ​El Arish on Tuesday, where he was briefed on how aid is prepared and coordinated before it ⁠is…

Guenther Steiner warns Oscar Piastri's McLaren future could be at risk after 2027

Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner has warned that Oscar Piastri could find his McLaren future under threat if he has another season like 2026. Piastri, who fought for the world title in 2025, has endured a much tougher campaign this time around and is out of the fight for second in the championship with three rounds to go. Speaking on The Red Flags Podcast, Steiner was ...…