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Alonso: McLaren has to be realistic about 'tough' weekend
Fernando Alonso believes that McLaren is in for another tough weekend after the opening day of running at the Yas Marina Circuit. Alonso ended the second practice session in P13...

23 Nov 2018 18:19
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Hamilton hit with reprimand after pitlane entry mishap
Lewis Hamilton has received his second reprimand of the 2018 season after he crossed the white line at the entry to the pitlane in Abu Dhabi. The Briton was attempting to return...

23 Nov 2018 17:53
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Vettel: Tyres will decide Abu Dhabi outcome
Sebastian Vettel believes that whoever can get on top of the Pirelli tyres on Sunday will take the spoils away from Abu Dhabi. Ferrari struggled throughout the day, with fifth b...

23 Nov 2018 17:24
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Brown insists Key will be at McLaren in 2019
McLaren CEO Zak Brown is adamant that James Key will be working at McLaren in 2019. The Woking squad announced in July that it had signed Key from Toro Rosso, where he was worki...

23 Nov 2018 16:33
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Ericsson labels Abu Dhabi a 'special weekend'
Marcus Ericsson is looking forward to what could be his final ever race in Formula 1. The 28-year-old will leave his full-time Sauber driver role on Sunday after 97 Grands Prix ...

23 Nov 2018 15:52
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FP2: Bottas pips Verstappen by 0.044s

Valtteri Bottas has topped the second practice session from the Yas Marina Circuit, marginally beating Red Bull's Max Verstappen to the top spot. Verstappen, who ended the o...

23 Nov 2018 15:30
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Decision on Haas' Force India protest expected on Saturday
The stewards at Abu Dhabi say that a decision regarding Haas' protest against Force India will be delivered at a time "any earlier than just prior to Free Practice...

23 Nov 2018 14:20
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2018 'my worst season' so far - Bottas
Valtteri Bottas has told the press in Abu Dhabi that he believes 2018 has been the "worst" season in his Formula 1 career. The Finnish driver has not been able to...

23 Nov 2018 13:29
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Raikkonen to drive Sauber C37 at Abu Dhabi test
Ahead of his full-time return to Sauber in 2019, Kimi Raikkonen will drive for the Swiss squad at the post-season test in Abu Dhabi next week. The two-day test, which is conduct...

23 Nov 2018 12:57
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Mercedes confirm Ocon will hold reserve role in 2019
Esteban Ocon will become Mercedes' third and reserve driver for the 2019 season as he is set for a season on the sidelines. The Frenchman is expected to leave Force India fo...

23 Nov 2018 12:32
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Sirotkin 'can't believe' swift F1 exit
Sergey Sirotkin admits that he "still can't believe" that he will be without a Formula 1 drive in 2019. Williams confirmed on Thursday that Robert Kubica would fil...

23 Nov 2018 12:28
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Vasseur hails Ericsson's role in Sauber's resurgence
Sauber team principal Frederic Vasseur says that Marcus Ericsson's efforts at the team cannot be underestimated ahead of his final race. Ericsson will step down from a race ...

23 Nov 2018 11:53
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FP1: Verstappen heads Red Bull 1-2
Max Verstappen has topped the first practice session from the Yas Marina Circuit, storming clear at the front. The Dutchman set a 1:38.491, which was just under half a second qu...

23 Nov 2018 11:30
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Mercedes to evaluate Hamilton's engine after Friday running
Mercedes has confirmed the cause of Lewis Hamilton's power unit issue in Brazil and will look into whether or not it can run the rest of the weekend in Abu Dhabi after the s...

23 Nov 2018 10:34
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Ricciardo: Abu Dhabi podium would be one of my best results
Daniel Ricciardo believes that if he were to score a podium in Abu Dhabi this weekend, it would be one of his best results of his career. The season finale is also Ricciardo'...

23 Nov 2018 09:38
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Stroll set for post season Force India test
Lance Stroll is set to debut in a Force India next week at the post-season test at Abu Dhabi. Pirelli conducts a two day event following each season to test prototype tyres for ...

23 Nov 2018 09:05
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Vandoorne to work in Mercedes F1 simulator
Stoffel Vandoorne has confirmed that he will tighten his partnership with Mercedes next year, as he will working in its simulator throughout the season. The Belgian will race in...

23 Nov 2018 08:33
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Haas lodge protest against Force India cars
The Haas F1 team has officially lodged a protest against its rivals Force India, the FIA has confirmed. Both teams have been summed to the stewards at 11:00 AM local time at the...

23 Nov 2018 08:01
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Isola curious to see how hyper soft tyre performs
Pirelli's Motorsport Racing Manager Mario Isola has said that he will be interested to see how well the hypersoft tyre performs in race conditions at the Abu Dhabi Grand Pri...

22 Nov 2018 14:56
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Kubica: Comeback shows that 'nothing is impossible'
Robert Kubica believes that his comeback story shows that nothing is impossible after Williams confirmed on Thursday that the Pole will race in 2019, partnering Mercedes ju...

22 Nov 2018 14:20
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SMP Racing were 'unpleasantly surprised' by Williams' pace
SMP Racing founder Boris Rotenberg says that it was "unpleasantly surprised" by Williams' pace in 2018 and therefore decided not to continue with the Grove squad. ...

22 Nov 2018 13:24
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How to watch the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend
The 2018 Formula 1 season comes to a conclusion this weekend in Abu Dhabi, as the 21-race calendar heads to the finale in the desert. The circuit has been dominated by Mercedes ...

22 Nov 2018 12:13
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McLaren: Alonso first on speed-dial list
McLaren CEO Zak Brown says that Fernando Alonso will be the first driver he will call should the Woking squad require and emergency backup driver. This weekend, the Spaniar...

22 Nov 2018 11:32
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Gasly 'surprised' Sauber haven't done better
Toro Rosso driver Pierre Gasly believes Sauber should be further ahead than they are in the constructor’s championship. The Swiss team are nine points ahead of Toro Rosso ...

22 Nov 2018 10:38
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How the 2019 grid is shaping up
Following Williams' announcement that Robert Kubica will be making a remarkable comeback to Formula 1 next season, there are just two seats seats left to fill out for t...

22 Nov 2018 10:10
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Kubica confirmed as 2019 Williams driver
Robert Kubica will make his full-time Formula 1 return next year after signing a deal with Williams to partner Mercedes junior George Russell. The Pole has been workin...

22 Nov 2018 10:03
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Sainz to test with McLaren in Abu Dhabi
Carlos Sainz will get behind the wheel of a McLaren for the first time at the post-season Abu Dhabi test, the team has confirmed. Sainz will make the full-time switch to McLaren...

22 Nov 2018 09:11
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Mercedes expecting tough 2019 fight
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says that the Silver Arrows will find its fight in 2019 to be its toughest yet. The German manufacturer picked up its fifth consecutive constructor...

21 Nov 2018 16:10
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Alonso to run special livery for final race
Fernando Alonso will run with a special livery on his MCL33 this weekend at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The Spaniard will leave the sport following the race, ending his 17-year st...

21 Nov 2018 14:10
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Deletraz: Haas see potential in me
Louis Deltraz believes that he is a serious option for the Haas Formula 1 team going forward. The American outfit confirmed earlier this month that the Swiss driver would get in...

21 Nov 2018 12:41
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Perez grateful after 'most complicated' season in F1
Sergio Perez has described 2018 as the "most complicated" season of his career due to what has occurred both on and off the track. Force India started the ye...

21 Nov 2018 11:47
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Mercedes to 'go for broke' at season finale
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has vowed that the Silver Arrows will "go for broke" this weekend at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Last time out in Brazil, the German manufacture...

21 Nov 2018 11:19
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Vandoorne: Right time to leave McLaren
Outgoing McLaren driver Stoffel Vandoorne had said that he believes he is leaving McLaren at the ”right time”. This comes as the Belgian is enter...

21 Nov 2018 10:39
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Mick Schumacher to partner Vettel at Race of Champions
Mick Schumacher has confirmed that he will be attending the Race of Champions in Mexico in 2019. The 2018 Formula 3 European champion will be a part of Team Germany and will hav...

20 Nov 2018 15:19
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Press conference schedule for 2018 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
The FIA has announced the names of who will be speaking in the usual Thursday and Friday press conferences in Abu Dhabi. Drivers face the press on Thursday, while team bosses, t...

20 Nov 2018 14:33
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Sirotkin wants "clarity" from Williams
Sergey Sirotkin says he would like “clarity” from Williams regarding its future plans. Reports suggest that Williams will announce Robert Kubica’s signing...

20 Nov 2018 14:19
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Carey interested in Rio de Janeiro race
Chase Carey has reportedly visited Rio de Janeiro and believes a Grand Prix in the city would work well. The Liberty Media boss visited the city following the conclusion of the ...

20 Nov 2018 13:19
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Ricciardo expecting 'emotional' Red Bull farewell
Daniel Ricciardo says that he is expecting the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend to be emotional for him, as he will drive with Red Bull for the last time. The Australian will leave ...

20 Nov 2018 12:06
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Wolff: F1 was wrong to go softer with tyres
Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff believes that Pirelli should be briefed to produce a tyre that will allow drivers to race more closely, and thinks that the sport was wrong to...

20 Nov 2018 11:36
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F1 ‘very interested’ in Dutch GP return
F1's commercial managing director Sean Bratches has said that Liberty Media is "very interested" in the idea of bringing the Dutch Grand Prix back to the cale...

20 Nov 2018 11:00
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Steiner: Haas still learning as a team
Haas team principal Gunther Steiner has said that the American outfit is still in "learning mode". Haas is in its third year of competing in the sport, and the team ha...

20 Nov 2018 10:30
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Coulthard: Ricciardo belongs in F1's top bracket
Former Grand Prix driver David Coulthard believes that Daniel Ricciardo belongs on the list of F1's current top drivers. The Australian has endured a difficult season, picki...

19 Nov 2018 15:27
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Gasly expects another step from Honda
Pierre Gasly believes that Honda can make another step in 2019 and close in on rivals Mercedes and Ferrari. The Japanese manufacturer has partnered Toro Rosso for the 2018 ...

19 Nov 2018 14:00
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Sainz 'proud' to be part of Renault's history
Carlos Sainz says that he feels proud of the time he has spent with Renault, saying that it was a "dream come true" to race with a works team. Sainz joined Renault tow...

19 Nov 2018 12:17
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Hamilton wary of 'hungry' young drivers
Lewis Hamilton says that he needs to remain on top of his game in 2019 in order to keep "hungry" young drivers behind in the championship fight. Charles Leclerc will j...

19 Nov 2018 11:25
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Leclerc: Sauber looking good for 2019
Charles Leclerc believes that Sauber will be in good shape in 2019 following its strong development throughout the 2018 season. The Hinwil outfit has made significant ...

19 Nov 2018 10:17
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Calderon completes second test with Sauber
Tatiana Calderon has successfully completed her second Formula 1 outing with Sauber, driving the 2013 C32 over the course of the weekend. The Colombian driver took the car out a...

19 Nov 2018 09:31
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Stroll hails Hamilton's 'consistent' season
Williams Formula 1 driver Lance Stroll says that Lewis Hamilton's consistency was the key to winning a fifth world title in 2018. The Briton secured the championship&nb...

19 Nov 2018 08:49
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Albon on Formula E entry list amid Toro Rosso rumours
Alex Albon has officially been included on the Formula E 2018/19 entry list amid rumours that he could make a move to Toro Rosso in Formula 1 next season. The Red Bull junior sq...

16 Nov 2018 13:42
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Lauda 'determined' to be at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Red Bull advisor Dr. Helmut Marko claims Niki Lauda is “determined” to travel to Abu Dhabi for the final Grand Prix of the season. The Mercedes team member and forme...

16 Nov 2018 12:57
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Perez hopeful Force India investment will take it to the 'next level'
Sergio Perez is confident that Force India's new owners will allow the team to make the next step and be more competitive than ever. The old Force India outfit fell into adm...

16 Nov 2018 12:10
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Ticktum aiming to top up 'annoying' super license points
Dan Ticktum is aiming to bring his super license tally up to 40 throughout the winter to boost his driving opportunities in 2019. The Red Bull junior driver currently has 32 poi...

16 Nov 2018 11:35
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Wolff: Five Mercedes titles not possible without Hamilton
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says that Mercedes couldn't have won five world championships without the "extraordinary" Lewis Hamilton. Mercedes picked up its...

16 Nov 2018 10:34
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Calderon to test with Sauber again at Fiorano
Tatiana Calderon is set to get behind the wheel of another Sauber this weekend, following her Formula 1 debut last month. The Colombian drove the 2018 C37 as apart of a&nbs...

16 Nov 2018 09:31
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Hamilton in danger of Abu Dhabi engine penalty
Lewis Hamilton could receive a grid penalty for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in just over a week. Mercedes reported after the Brazil race last weekend that the Briton's eng...

15 Nov 2018 15:39
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Brawn pleased with 2019 car simulation results
Ross Brawn says simulation work carried out on the 2019 cars show the effects which will aid overtaking. In recent years F1 cars have struggled to follow each other due to ...

15 Nov 2018 15:09
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Ricciardo confident bad luck will 'dissolve' in 2019
Daniel Ricciardo says that his bad luck will dissolve at the end of the year when he departs Red Bull. The Australian confirmed earlier this season that he would be making a swi...

15 Nov 2018 14:06
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Wolff: Verstappen will be a future world champion
Verstappen has the opportunity to move into fourth in Abu Dhabi next weekend if he outscores Valtteri Bottas by four points. Next season, Red Bull will partner with Honda engine...

15 Nov 2018 12:37
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Alonso to add 'many more' events to 2019 diary
Fernando Alonso has said that he will add "many more" events to his 2019 schedule, as the double world champion is preparing to walk away from Formula 1 at the en...

15 Nov 2018 11:58
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Haas: Too late to chase fourth place
With just one round remaining in the 2018 Formula 1 season, Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has conceded that fourth place is out of reach for the American squad. The team ...

15 Nov 2018 11:30
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Stoll replaced as preisdent at Renault
Renault Sport Racing has announced that Jerome Stoll has been replaced as president of the company, with Thierry Koskas coming in as his replacement. Stoll, who has been an empl...

15 Nov 2018 10:47
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Wolff: Bottas contribution to Mercedes 'enormous'
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has described the contribution made to the Silver Arrows by Valtteri Bottas this season as "enormous", despite the Finnish driver not sco...

15 Nov 2018 10:35
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Sauber launches its own junior team
Sauber has formed a partnership with Charouz Racing and has launched the Sauber Junior Team, which will compete in the FIA Formula 2, FIA Formula 3, ADAC Formel 4 Championship a...

14 Nov 2018 16:22
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Vandoorne: Focus is on Formula E, not Formula 1
With just one round remaining in the 2018 Formula 1 season before he leaves McLaren, Stoffel Vandoorne says that his focus is on Formula E. The Belgian will make his debut in th...

14 Nov 2018 15:15
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Hamilton: There's 'always' room to improve
Lewis Hamilton has vowed to enter the 2019 season even stronger with Mercedes following their championship success this season. Mercedes wrapped up its fifth consecutive constru...

14 Nov 2018 14:42
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Smedley planning to stay in F1 following Williams departure
Head of performance at Williams Rob Smedley says that he is aiming to stay in Formula 1 following his exit after the 2018 season. The Briton recently confirmed that he would be ...

14 Nov 2018 13:43
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Verstappen: I f*cked up the first six races of 2018
Max Verstappen admits that he didn't do himself any favours during the opening six races of the season. The Dutchman got himself into a series of disruptive weekends, b...

14 Nov 2018 13:16
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Wolff: 2018 was 'the most difficult' championship win
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says that the battle for the 2018 constructors championship was the toughest its faced in F1. The Silver Arrows wrppaed up its fifth consecutive ch...

14 Nov 2018 12:03
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F1 still aiming for new 2021 manufacturer
Formula 1 is still hopeful that it will attract a new manufacturer into the sport for the 2021 season. F1 is set for a major regulation overall in two years, with both engine an...

14 Nov 2018 11:32
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Ocon could take up dual reserve role in 2019
Esteban Ocon could become the reserve driver for two teams in 2019 as he is set to lose his race seat. Lance Stroll is all but confirmed at Force India next year, with the ...

14 Nov 2018 10:57
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