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Red Bull offer little encouragement to Verstappen after Barcelona struggles

Red Bull Racing team principal Laurent Mekies has acknowledged the Spanish Grand Prix exposed the full scale of his team's current deficit, offering Max Verstappen little co...

17 Jun 2026 10:52
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Why Red Bull is still holding Hadjar's Monaco podium trophy
Red Bull Racing has declined to hand over Isack Hadjar's third-place trophy from Monaco to Alpine, following the reversal of Pierre Gasly's time penalties last weekend. ...

16 Jun 2026 15:50
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Why Sainz believes 2026 regulations rescued Hamilton's career
Carlos Sainz has offered a pointed assessment of Lewis Hamilton's Ferrari resurgence, arguing that regulatory changes rather than a sudden return to form explain the seven-t...

16 Jun 2026 14:48
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Why Hamilton's Barcelona win has created a Ferrari dilemma
Lewis Hamilton's commanding victory in Barcelona has forced Ferrari into an uncomfortable internal debate about hierarchy. Jacques Villeneuve, speaking to Sky Sports after t...

16 Jun 2026 13:46
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Norris admits Ferrari are "humiliating" McLaren after Barcelona podium
Lando Norris has delivered one of the bluntest driver assessments of the season after finishing third at the Barcelona Grand Prix, warning that Ferrari's current performance...

16 Jun 2026 12:45
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Why Briatore's Aston Martin visit has the paddock talking
Flavio Briatore was spotted multiple times in Aston Martin's hospitality during the Barcelona race weekend, igniting fresh speculation about Fernando Alonso's future. Th...

16 Jun 2026 11:43
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What Hamilton endured before his first Ferrari victory
Lewis Hamilton has admitted that the criticism he faced during his difficult transition to Ferrari cut deeper than he publicly acknowledged, revealing the mental struggles that ...

16 Jun 2026 10:42
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Is it time for Max Verstappen to walk away from Red Bull?
Max Verstappen admitted before the Barcelona weekend that the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya would serve as a crucial benchmark for Red Bull's season. The Dutchman, three-ti...

16 Jun 2026 09:40
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Why MotoGP legend Marc Marquez chose Verstappen over Spanish drivers
Marc Marquez has named Max Verstappen as the Formula 1 driver he admires most, placing the Red Bull driver ahead of his compatriots Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz. Speaking to...

15 Jun 2026 15:54
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Aston Martin's new offer to keep Alonso from Alpine move
Aston Martin is working on a new contract proposal to retain Fernando Alonso beyond 2026, according to multiple reports, as the two-time world champion continues to be linked wi...

15 Jun 2026 14:52
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What Ferrari's president told Hamilton after Barcelona win
Ferrari chairman John Elkann has publicly thanked Lewis Hamilton after the seven-time world champion delivered his first victory in red at the Spanish Grand Prix. Speaking short...

15 Jun 2026 13:51
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Why F1 boss wants Alonso to race for years to come
Stefano Domenicali has delivered a public endorsement of Fernando Alonso, describing the two-time world champion as essential to Formula 1 and expressing hope the Spaniard conti...

15 Jun 2026 12:49
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Piastri reveals who's the toughest rival he's ever raced
Oscar Piastri has named Max Verstappen as the best opponent he has ever raced against in Formula 1, choosing the four-time world champion ahead of Lewis Hamilton. The McLaren dr...

15 Jun 2026 11:47
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Why Fernando Alonso's Alpine return won't go away
Fernando Alonso, the two-time world champion, is once again at the centre of transfer speculation linking him to a surprise return to Alpine. While both Aston Martin and Alpine ...

15 Jun 2026 10:46
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What Verstappen won't say about his future in Formula 1
Max Verstappen finished fourth at the Spanish Grand Prix after benefiting from late retirements, but the four-time world champion drew more attention in the post-race media sess...

15 Jun 2026 09:44
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What Antonelli really thinks about the FIA's Red Bull engine ruling
Mercedes driver and championship leader Andrea Kimi Antonelli has admitted surprise at the FIA's conclusion that Red Bull, not his own team, currently operates the best comb...

12 Jun 2026 16:22
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Pérez: 'Only now do people see how good I really am'
Sergio Pérez has claimed his performances at Cadillac are finally revealing his true level as a Formula 1 driver, suggesting he was never able to demonstrate his full pot...

12 Jun 2026 15:20
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What the Verstappen-Red Bull summit really means
Max Verstappen held talks with Red Bull's ownership group in Salzburg this week, a meeting that has reignited speculation about his long-term future despite the team insisti...

12 Jun 2026 14:19
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Ferrari's rising star could push Esteban Ocon out of Haas
Esteban Ocon's tenure at Haas appears increasingly fragile after just one season, with Ferrari reportedly pushing for Rafael Câmara to make his Formula 1 debut in 2026...

12 Jun 2026 13:17
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How Antonelli could rewrite Italian F1 history in Barcelona
Andrea Kimi Antonelli stands on the threshold of Italian Formula 1 history this weekend in Barcelona. The Mercedes driver can claim his sixth consecutive Grand Prix victory and,...

12 Jun 2026 12:16
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Did Mercedes and Ferrari manipulate engine data to unlock FIA tokens?
Red Bull has been classified by the FIA as having Formula 1's most powerful engine, a ruling that grants Mercedes and Ferrari development tokens under new ADUO regulations. ...

12 Jun 2026 11:14
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Why Verstappen's engine rule U-turn matters for Red Bull
Max Verstappen has offered his first response to the revised Formula 1 engine regulations, expressing cautious support for the phased approach agreed between the FIA and manufac...

12 Jun 2026 10:12
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How Antonelli went from fearing for his seat to leading the championship
Kimi Antonelli has revealed he seriously feared for his Formula 1 future during a difficult mid-season spell in his debut campaign with Mercedes. The Italian, now leading the wo...

11 Jun 2026 16:20
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Verstappen wins engine battle as FIA confirms major rule overhaul
The FIA has reached an agreement with engine manufacturers to progressively phase out the current 50-50 power split between combustion and electric components, addressing sustai...

11 Jun 2026 15:18
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Hamilton: Ferrari victory closer than ever after strong Monaco result
Lewis Hamilton believes his first Ferrari victory is now a matter of time. The seven-time world champion sits second in the 2026 standings after consecutive runner-up finishes i...

11 Jun 2026 14:16
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Why pairing Verstappen with Antonelli could backfire for Mercedes
Peter Windsor believes Mercedes would be making a mistake if they pursued Max Verstappen, arguing that Toto Wolff already has the future he needs in Kimi Antonelli. The British ...

11 Jun 2026 13:15
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Coulthard's blunt warning to Russell as Antonelli dominates
George Russell has been told his world championship aspirations will be over if he fails to beat Kimi Antonelli in Barcelona this weekend. Former Red Bull driver David Coulthard...

11 Jun 2026 12:13
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Why Viaplay's F1 team faced death threats in the Netherlands
Viaplay presenter Amber Brantsen has revealed that Formula 1 commentators Nelson Valkenburg and Melroy Heemskerk received death threats following the broadcaster's takeover ...

11 Jun 2026 11:11
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Can Barcelona save Red Bull's Verstappen future?
Red Bull arrives in Barcelona this weekend facing what may be its most consequential race of a dismal 2026 campaign. Max Verstappen's commitment beyond this season remains u...

11 Jun 2026 10:09
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The real reason drivers kept breaking Monaco's pit speed limit
Five drivers collected pit lane speeding penalties at the Monaco Grand Prix, and several blamed software glitches or faulty equipment. George Russell insisted there was a "...

10 Jun 2026 17:12
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McLaren still believes in 2026 comeback despite huge deficit
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella has refused to concede the 2026 championship fight, despite a turbulent start that has left the reigning constructors' champions trailin...

10 Jun 2026 16:09
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Why Wolff is warning Antonelli not to underestimate Russell
Toto Wolff has accepted full responsibility for the Mercedes error that cost George Russell points in Monaco and issued a warning to championship leader Andrea Kimi Antonelli no...

10 Jun 2026 15:07
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Why Olav Mol refuses to compare Antonelli with Verstappen
Andrea Kimi Antonelli has extended his winning streak to five consecutive races after victory in Monaco, but veteran Dutch commentator Olav Mol has pushed back against compariso...

10 Jun 2026 14:06
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Doornbos calls Mercedes pit lane mistake "unworthy of F1"
George Russell and Mercedes have been heavily criticised by former Formula 1 driver Robert Doornbos after the team forgot to serve a time penalty during the Monaco Grand Prix, a...

10 Jun 2026 13:04
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Why reigning champions McLaren have completed fewer laps than struggling Aston Martin
Reigning constructors' champions McLaren have completed fewer race laps than any team on the 2025 grid, a striking reversal for the Woking outfit that lifted the title just ...

10 Jun 2026 12:02
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Why Verstappen may have fewer escape routes than expected
Max Verstappen's future remains one of the most debated topics in Formula 1, but the four-time world champion may find the door to rival top teams firmly shut if he activate...

10 Jun 2026 10:59
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Why Verstappen's Monaco retirement reveals a bigger F1 problem
Max Verstappen's power unit failure on the opening lap of the Monaco Grand Prix was a direct consequence of Formula 1's 2026 technical regulations, according to analyst ...

09 Jun 2026 16:17
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Why Montoya believes Hamilton has changed the game at Ferrari
Charles Leclerc is facing a teammate challenge at Ferrari he has never previously encountered, according to Juan Pablo Montoya. The former Williams and McLaren driver believes L...

09 Jun 2026 15:15
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Will perfect weather in Barcelona help Verstappen strike back?
Max Verstappen will race under cloudless Barcelona skies this weekend, a mercy after the mechanical failure that ended his Monaco Grand Prix before it began. The Spanish Grand P...

09 Jun 2026 14:13
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Hamilton Climbs to Second in Championship: "Beating Mercedes Will Be Difficult"
Lewis Hamilton has moved into second place in the drivers' championship following his podium finish at the Monaco Grand Prix, capitalising on a chaotic weekend that saw Geor...

09 Jun 2026 13:11
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Why Lando Norris is pointing the finger at Mercedes
Lando Norris has publicly questioned the reliability of Mercedes power units after retiring from the Monaco Grand Prix, his latest technical failure in a season increasingly def...

09 Jun 2026 11:56
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Red Bull confirms new power unit for Verstappen in Barcelona
Max Verstappen will compete at the Barcelona Grand Prix with a completely new power unit after Red Bull Racing accepted full responsibility for the engine failure that ended his...

09 Jun 2026 10:55
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Kim Kardashian's Monaco towel grab sparks fan backlash
Kim Kardashian's first appearance at a Formula 1 race has triggered a wave of criticism after footage emerged showing her taking a towel intended for Monaco Grand Prix winne...

09 Jun 2026 09:52
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Russell Rages at Monaco Penalties: "This Is Not Right"
George Russell finished 14th in Monaco after being handed multiple penalties during Sunday's Grand Prix, including a five-second time penalty for pitlane speeding that escal...

08 Jun 2026 15:50
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Mekies reveals what caused Verstappen's Monaco retirement
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has confirmed that a power unit failure caused Max Verstappen's first-lap retirement from the Monaco Grand Prix, where the four-time w...

08 Jun 2026 14:48
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Why Verstappen believes Antonelli is already showing title-winning level
Max Verstappen has identified Kimi Antonelli as a future Formula 1 world champion after the Mercedes rookie's commanding start to the 2025 season. The four-time champion tol...

08 Jun 2026 13:47
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Why Juan Pablo Montoya praised Verstappen after his DNF
Juan Pablo Montoya has praised Max Verstappen for his immediate reaction to a poor start in Monaco, steering his Red Bull hard to the left to avoid triggering a multi-car collis...

08 Jun 2026 12:45
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Brundle goes viral after Kardashian blanks him in Monaco
Martin Brundle's pre-race grid walk at the Monaco Grand Prix descended into an uncomfortable standoff with Kim Kardashian after the reality star blanked the Sky Sports comme...

08 Jun 2026 11:42
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Ferrari's brake supplier hits back at Leclerc's Monaco claims
Charles Leclerc blamed his brakes for his home race crash in Monaco, prompting a rare and pointed public rebuttal from Ferrari's long-standing brake supplier Brembo. The Mon...

08 Jun 2026 10:41
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Why the FIA just ruled Red Bull has F1's best engine
Red Bull Powertrains has been classified by the FIA as the strongest engine manufacturer under the ADUO (Asymmetric Development and Optimisation) system, according to reports fr...

08 Jun 2026 09:39
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Why Verstappen is keeping Red Bull waiting on a new deal
Max Verstappen has refused to commit to Formula 1 beyond 2028, telling media he must first decide whether he even wants to continue racing before entertaining a new contract. Th...

05 Jun 2026 15:54
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Why Kimi Antonelli's father is warning him despite leading the championship
Marco Antonelli has issued a stark warning to his son Kimi despite the 19-year-old Mercedes driver's commanding 43-point championship lead and four consecutive race wins. Th...

05 Jun 2026 14:52
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Carlos Sainz reveals his Williams future plans
Carlos Sainz has reaffirmed his commitment to Williams, stating he wants his future to remain with the Grove-based team despite a challenging start to 2025. The former Ferrari d...

05 Jun 2026 13:51
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Audi boss makes bold chassis claim amid power unit struggles
Audi team principal Mattia Binotto has declared his team possesses the fourth-best chassis on the 2026 Formula 1 grid, claiming the German manufacturer is making faster progress...

05 Jun 2026 12:49
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Why Verstappen says Monaco criticism has always existed
Max Verstappen has rejected the notion that the Monaco Grand Prix faces more criticism now than in previous decades, arguing that social media has simply made long-standing frus...

05 Jun 2026 11:47
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Why Antonelli rejected Russell's 'title to lose' remark
Andrea Kimi Antonelli has rejected George Russell's claim that the Italian rookie now has the world championship "to lose" after his retirement in Canada. Speaking...

05 Jun 2026 10:46
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Why Verstappen won't back down on his Red Bull criticism
Max Verstappen has doubled down on his pointed criticism of Red Bull following the Canadian Grand Prix, insisting his harsh words were necessary to keep the team accountable. Th...

05 Jun 2026 09:44
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Why F1 insiders stay silent on Ben Sulayem's FIA changes
Senior figures across Formula 1 are declining to publicly criticise FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem, despite mounting controversy over his leadership and a recent proposal to...

04 Jun 2026 16:22
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Marko sees only one hope left against Mercedes dominance
Helmut Marko has conceded that Mercedes are the dominant force in Formula 1 this season and that Max Verstappen's title hopes have effectively evaporated. Speaking to Austri...

04 Jun 2026 15:20
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Russell's arrogance backfires as Antonelli steals Mercedes spotlight
George Russell spent years waiting for this moment. When Lewis Hamilton departed for Ferrari, the path to absolute leadership at Mercedes seemed clear. Russell was the logical c...

04 Jun 2026 14:18
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Why Patrese expects Leclerc to "land a blow" on Hamilton in Monaco
Former Formula 1 driver Riccardo Patrese has named Ferrari as clear favourites for the Monaco Grand Prix, predicting Charles Leclerc will win on home ground and "land a blo...

04 Jun 2026 13:17
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Is Aston Martin heading for one of F1's biggest failures?
Aston Martin possesses everything a Formula 1 team needs to dominate: a state-of-the-art factory, Adrian Newey on the payroll from 2025, an exclusive Honda works partnership beg...

04 Jun 2026 12:14
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Red Bull declares war on Mercedes after Verstappen podium
Red Bull Powertrains boss Ben Hodgkinson has set his sights on Mercedes after Max Verstappen secured third place in Canada, the first podium finish for a car powered by Red Bull...

04 Jun 2026 11:12
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Why Max Verstappen and Monaco always deliver drama
Max Verstappen heads into this weekend's Monaco Grand Prix carrying a reputation earned over a decade of extremes on the circuit where he now lives. The four-time world cham...

04 Jun 2026 10:10
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Why Verstappen's GT3 teammate calls him an absolute specialist
Lucas Auer has explained why Max Verstappen impressed him so deeply during their shared GT3 stint at the Nürburgring 24 Hours earlier this year, singling out a specific tec...

03 Jun 2026 16:48
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Why Ocon believes Hamilton stands alone in modern F1
Esteban Ocon has waded into one of Formula 1's most enduring debates, declaring Lewis Hamilton the greatest driver of the modern era without hesitation. The Haas driver told...

03 Jun 2026 15:47
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Why Hamilton believes Ferrari can finally deliver in Monaco
Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari can deliver his first victory for the team in Monaco this weekend, ending a 39-race winless streak stretching back to Belgium 2024. The seven-tim...

03 Jun 2026 14:45
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Why Lando Norris thinks Monaco will escape the worst of F1's new engine headaches
Lando Norris believes Monaco could offer a rare reprieve from the energy management constraints that have frustrated drivers under Formula 1's new power unit regulations. Th...

03 Jun 2026 13:42
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Why Sainz's manager knocked on Red Bull's door again
Carlos Sainz's management has made contact with Red Bull Racing about a potential return to the organisation, Italian journalist Roberto Chinchero has revealed to Motorsport...

03 Jun 2026 12:40
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Why Hamilton's Canada breakthrough has changed the dynamic at Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton delivered his strongest performance since joining Ferrari with second place at the Canadian Grand Prix, a result that has exposed a widening gap to teammate Charl...

03 Jun 2026 11:38
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