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Robert Kubica still pushing for F1 race comeback
Robert Kubica admits he came tantalisingly close to pulling off a fairytale return to formula one for 2018. Instead, Williams opted for the well-sponsored Russian Sergey Sirotki...

21 Feb 2018 09:36
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Red Bull Racing admits Ricciardo crashed new RB14
Red Bull has admitted Daniel Ricciardo got his and the team's 2018 season off to a carbon-crunching start. As the team revealed images of the temporary-liveried RB14 on the ...

21 Feb 2018 08:57
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Renault launch its 2018 challenger
Renault has taken the wraps off its new car, the R.S. 18. The machine is the third of Renault's since it returned as a full-time manufacturer in 2016. It has been building u...

20 Feb 2018 16:00
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Video: Ricciardo's first laps with the RB14
Red Bull launched its new car on Monday, the RB14. The car was presented in a 'special edition' camouflage livery, with fans mostly praising the design on social media. ...

20 Feb 2018 13:37
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Sauber show off the new C37
Sauber has officially launched its 2018 car, the C37. Sauber enters 2018 in partnership with Alfa Romeo, who is the team's title sponsor for the season. At th...

20 Feb 2018 12:18
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McLaren set to announce Petrobras deal for 2019
McLaren is set to announce a sponsorship deal with Petrobras, the state-linked Brazilian oil multinational. According to Grande Premio publication, the deal will be announced on...

20 Feb 2018 12:17
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Sauber joined by Richard Mille, Carrera and Kappa
The Alfa Romeo Sauber F1 Team has announced Richard Mille, Carrera and Kappa as new partners for the 2018 FIA Formula 1 season. Frédéric Vasseur, Team Principal, ...

20 Feb 2018 11:43
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Fernando Alonso defends 'impossible' 2018 schedule
Fernando Alonso says he has no concerns about being able to cope with an unprecedentedly busy racing programme in 2018. Alongside F1's longest-ever season of 21 races, the S...

20 Feb 2018 10:13
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Christian Horner admits Red Bull eyeing title in 2018
Red Bull should be able to take on Mercedes and Ferrari for the 2018 title. That is the view of team boss Christian Horner, after his colleague Dr Helmut Marko this week played ...

20 Feb 2018 09:06
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Ferrari to be painted in darker shape of red in 2018
Ferrari's 2018 cars will be painted a deeper shade of red than usual. That is the claim of Giorgio Terruzzi, a well-connected Italian journalist writing for Corriere della S...

20 Feb 2018 08:40
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Video: The RB14 hits the track at Silverstone
Red Bull launched the RB14 today, showcasing a very different livery to what we are used to. The energy drink squad released the car in a blue camouflage livery, keeping specifi...

19 Feb 2018 14:46
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Charles Leclerc relishes F1 debut for 'Alfa'
Charles Leclerc says he is relishing his new role as a works 'Alfa' driver. The reigning Formula 2 champion has been signed up for 2018 by Sauber, the Swiss team now run...

19 Feb 2018 14:42
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Robert Kubica may add Le Mans to busy 2018 programme
Robert Kubica looks set to have a busy year in 2018. Although disappointed to miss out on the Williams race seat, the Pole will be the British team's reserve driver this yea...

19 Feb 2018 14:15
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Nico Rosberg criticises Pirelli approach
Nico Rosberg has criticised Pirelli's approach to the 2018 season. For 2018, the sport's official tyre supplier has added two new compounds to its range, differentiating...

19 Feb 2018 13:39
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Timo Glock: "Indycar screen may be F1 option"
Timo Glock says it's good news that alternatives to the 'Halo' cockpit protection system are still being pursued. For 2018, F1 is mandatorily introducing the controv...

19 Feb 2018 13:09
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Williams has 'no doubts' about Sergey Sirotkin
Williams has no doubts Sergey Sirotkin is the right driver for the team. Some believe the British outfit chose the Russian over Robert Kubica or another option for 2018 because ...

19 Feb 2018 12:27
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Helmut Marko admits Red Bull-Honda possible for 2019
Red Bull will decide in the first half of 2018 whether to switch to Honda power next year. After the McLaren-Honda divorce, the Japanese engine supplier has moved on to Red Bull...

19 Feb 2018 11:15
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Red Bull launch the RB14
Red Bull has officially launched its new car, the RB14. The energy drink squad released images of the car wearing a camouflaged livery, with its race livery to be released ...

19 Feb 2018 10:01
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IQ Option becomes a sponsor of Red Bull Racing
IQ Option, an online trading brokerage, has joined Red Bull Racing as a sponsor. The company has been associated with Aston Martin since 2016, with the British car manufacturer ...

19 Feb 2018 09:08
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Cyril Abiteboul: "F1 should not turn up engine volume"
F1 should not be trying to turn up the volume of its 'power units'. Ever since the hybrid era began in 2014, fans have lamented the new sound and the sport's authori...

19 Feb 2018 08:47
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Marko plays down Red Bull's title hopes
Red Bull's head of driver development Dr Helmut Marko doesn't believe that the energy drink-backed team is in a position to fight for the world championship. In 2017,&nb...

18 Feb 2018 13:47
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Kubica: Comeback efforts have "paid off"
Robert Kubica says that despite missing out on a race seat for the 2018 season, his years of hard work have paid off. The Pole has taken on his first official Formula 1 role sin...

17 Feb 2018 16:12
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Alonso will be happy if he can "taste champagne" again
Fernando Alonso admits that McLaren will be happy in 2017 if it can make frequent trips to the podium. The Woking-based team's last top-three finish was at the 2014 Australi...

17 Feb 2018 14:43
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Mercedes wary of threat from McLaren-Renault
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff says that the team is taking McLaren-Renault very seriously heading into the 2018 season. McLaren will run with Renault engines this year, after termina...

17 Feb 2018 14:08
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Vasseur: Title sponsor deal a huge step for Sauber
Frederic Vasseur says that Sauber's title sponsor deal with Alfa Romeo is a huge step forward. After enduring a tough 2017 season the Swiss team will be partnered by Al...

17 Feb 2018 13:03
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Latifi to get FP1 and pre-season test outing with Force India
Nicholas Latifi will receive a first free practice session outing at the Candian Grand Prix later this year with Force India as part of his role with the Silverstone-based ...

16 Feb 2018 18:57
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McLaren fire up the MCL33
McLaren has brought its new car, the MCL33, to life after firing the car up at the McLaren Technology Centre. The new car will be McLaren's first powered by Renault, having ...

16 Feb 2018 13:47
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Monisha Kaltenborn sets up Formula 4 team
Monisha Kaltenborn has returned to motorsport by establishing her own Formula 4 squad. Kaltenborn was previously the team principal of the Sauber F1 team but lost her role ...

16 Feb 2018 13:26
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Williams defends 2018 line-up amid 'pay-driver' comments
Williams deputy team principal Claire Williams has hit back at criticism that the team has received in recent weeks following the announcement of its 2018 line-up. Williams says...

16 Feb 2018 12:02
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Sirotkin preparing for debut in "best possible way"
Sergey Sirotkin says that he is preparing for his maiden season in Formula 1 in the best possible way. The 22-year-old will become the third F1 driver from Russia when he takes ...

16 Feb 2018 10:26
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Nico Rosberg tips Lewis Hamilton to win title again
World champion Nico Rosberg thinks Mercedes will this year beat Ferrari yet again. That is despite the fact that the latest whispers coming out of Maranello are positive. Germa...

16 Feb 2018 09:53
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FIA outlines plan for next version of the halo
The FIA has set out to improve the halo's aesthetics for its next version by reducing the thickness of the titanium and integrating it more delicately into the car. The cont...

16 Feb 2018 09:21
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Kubica to take part in three FP1 outings in 2018
Robert Kubica has confirmed that he will be doing three free practice sessions with Williams during the 2018 season. The Pole is taking on his first official F1 since his major ...

15 Feb 2018 20:36
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Williams unveil the new FW41
Williams became the second team to offer a glimpse of a 2018 car after it showcased its new challenger in London on Thursday evening. The car, which will once again be...

15 Feb 2018 20:11
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DRS 'won't disappear' in the near future
Formula 1 will not be getting rid of the Drag Reduction System (DRS) in the short future, according to managing director of motorsport Ross Brawn. DRS was introduced in 2011 to ...

15 Feb 2018 17:17
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Verstappen dreading introduction of "very ugly halo"

Max Verstappen has admitted that he is not looking forward to driving his new F1 car which comes with the halo, F1's mandatory cockpit protection device. The device will be ...

15 Feb 2018 16:08
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Brawn proposes league table to rank events
F1's managing director of motorsport Ross Brawn has suggested that the sport could adopt a league table ranking system to ensure the most popular events are kept on the cale...

15 Feb 2018 15:15
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Sauber to present new car on Tuesday at 11:30
Alfa Romeo Sauber has confirmed that it will launch its new car at 11:30 UK time next Tuesday. The Swiss squad had previously announced that it would be unveiling its new car on...

15 Feb 2018 14:54
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Alonso thinking about life after F1
Fernando Alonso has been talking about what he plans to do following his eventual departure from Formula 1, hinting that the World Endurance Championship is a likely option. Alo...

15 Feb 2018 13:49
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Billy Monger still dreaming of F1
Billy Monger has said that his dream of reaching Formula 1 still stands, despite his injuries. During the 2017 season, Monger had his legs amputated after a heavy crash during a...

15 Feb 2018 12:39
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Toro Rosso showcase amusing Q&A aimed at Honda critics
Toro Rosso has uploaded an amusing image answering several questions from critics of Honda. The Red Bull junior team will be powered by Honda for the 2018 season after the Japan...

15 Feb 2018 12:11
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Valtteri Bottas not targeting Alonso's 'triple crown'
Valtteri Bottas says he has no plans to add the 'triple crown' target to his itinerary any time soon. Fernando Alonso has made waves in recent years, after targeting the...

15 Feb 2018 09:15
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New Force India VJM11 'similar' to 2017 car
'Evolution not revolution' appears to be a catchcry as the F1 teams begin to reveal their 2018 cars. Haas is first out of the gates this year with images of its new sing...

15 Feb 2018 08:08
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Haas launch 2018 challenger, the VF18
Haas has become the first Formula 1 team to reveal its 2018 car, titled the VF18. The car was launched online and is the American team's third car since joining the F1 grid ...

14 Feb 2018 16:03
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Formula 1 launches 'Pirelli Hot Laps' for 2018
Formula 1 has announced the launch of the Pirelli Hot Laps programme. Ten events will occur throughout the 2018 season in which spectators, celebrities and guests atte...

14 Feb 2018 15:17
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McLaren expecting to see two-stop strategies
McLaren chassis chief Tim Goss is expecting to see two-stop strategies this year in Formula 1. Pirelli will be introducing two new compounds for the 2018 season, with each ...

14 Feb 2018 14:58
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Verstappen shows off new helmet for 2018
Max Verstappen has given us a peek at his new helmet for the 2018 season. Talking through the helmet, which sticks to the Red Bull colours, the Dutchman is happy with ...

14 Feb 2018 14:17
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Williams to kick off car launches tomorrow
The 2018 Formula 1 season is fast approaching, with car launches taking place this week and next. Williams will be the first team to showcase its new car, which will be called t...

14 Feb 2018 14:01
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Haas clarifies position on American F1 drivers
The owner of the Haas Formula 1 team Gene Haas has clarified his team's position on Amercian drivers in F1. Last month, team principal Guenther Steiner angered several drive...

14 Feb 2018 12:32
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Alonso admits McLaren expectations greater than last three years
Fernando Alonso says that McLaren is expecting improved results during the 2017 season compared to the last three years. The Woking squad will run with Renault power units ...

14 Feb 2018 12:03
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Chase Carey: "F1 fans must accept some changes"
Chase Carey has hit back at criticism of the changes being made to formula one. Liberty Media has been slammed in recent days and weeks by some fans who believe the sport's ...

14 Feb 2018 09:42
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Williams sponsor Acronis denies Sirotkin link
A new Williams sponsor says the deal with the British team is not connected with the arrival of Russian driver Sergey Sirotkin. Earlier, software company Acronis backed Daniil K...

14 Feb 2018 08:43
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ESPN confirms Sky Sports coverage for 2018
ESPN has confirmed that it has joined forces with Sky Sports and will use its coverage for the 2018 season. ESPN acquired the rights to show Formula 1 in the US from NBC towards...

13 Feb 2018 17:31
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Ricciardo backs Red Bull to challenge for titles
Daniel Ricciardo believes that he and Red Bull can beat Mercedes and Ferrari in 2018. Last season, Red Bull were tipped as the favourites to take the challenge to Mercedes for b...

13 Feb 2018 16:46
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Haas aiming to close gap to Ferrari in 2018
Haas Formula 1 team is aiming to close the gap to Ferrari to just half a second in 2018, according to team owner Gene Haas. The American outfit heads into its third full se...

13 Feb 2018 16:14
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Williams announces technology partnership with Acronis
Williams has officially announced that it has formed a partnership with Acronis, a global leader in hybrid cloud data protection and storage. The deal was announced on...

13 Feb 2018 13:15
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Video: Karun Chandhok's guide to Pirelli's 2018 tyres
Pirelli has introduced two new tyre compounds for the 2018 season, the super hard and the hyper soft. Each compound will be a step softer than 2017 after complaints we...

13 Feb 2018 13:04
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McLaren better prepared with Renault than Honda
McLaren’s chief engineering officer Matt Morris says that the Woking-based squad is better prepared for the upcoming season with Renault than it ever was with Honda. After...

13 Feb 2018 12:09
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Fernando Alonso has 'total' faith in Renault engine
Fernando Alonso says he has "total" confidence that he will win in 2018. After three bad years with Honda power, McLaren is now switching to customer Renault engines. ...

13 Feb 2018 11:06
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Column: 2018 could be the last time we see Ricciardo smile
The upcoming season could be Daniel Ricciardo’s final year racing for Red Bull but it could also be his last chance on going for the Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship....

13 Feb 2018 10:27
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Azerbaijan says current F1 contract is 'unacceptable'
The Azerbaijan government is not sure it will agree to a new race deal with F1 chiefs. Baku hosted its first race on the historic city streets in 2016, with the contract having ...

13 Feb 2018 09:48
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Renault becomes first F1 team to launch eSports team
Renault has become the first Formula 1 team to officially launch an eSports team. The French manufacturer confirmed on Monday that it has teamed up with Team Vitality to form Re...

13 Feb 2018 09:05
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Daniel Ricciardo wants Melbourne podium
Daniel Ricciardo says he wants to be on the podium as soon as the very first race of 2018. In previous years, Adrian Newey's new Red Bull was unveiled as late as possible. ...

13 Feb 2018 08:39
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Carey: Ferrari to be treated like all other teams
Formula 1 CEO Chase Carey says that Ferrari will not be given special treatment as the sport moves forward. In 2017, Liberty Media presented manufacturers with its plans for the...

12 Feb 2018 16:29
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Red Bull announce launch date of RB14
Red Bull has officially announced the date that it will launch its 2018 car, the RB14. The Milton Keynes squad will be hoping for improved results following an underwhelming 201...

12 Feb 2018 14:20
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Renault aim to "fully match" customer teams by 2019
Renault has announced its intention to "fully match" McLaren and Red Bull by 2019. Last season, the French team finished sixth in the manufacturers' championship, ...

12 Feb 2018 13:46
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Stroll taking inspiration from Hamilton on pressure handling
Lance Stroll admits he is taking inspiration from four-time world champion Lewis Hamilton on how to handle pressure within Formula 1. The Canadian is preparing for his second se...

12 Feb 2018 13:22
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Fernando Alonso to debut McLaren's 2018 car
Fernando Alonso will be first to drive McLaren's 2018 car in Barcelona. Pre-season testing gets underway in just two weeks, with eight days of running around the Circuit de ...

12 Feb 2018 12:33
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Valtteri Bottas happy if Hamilton stays at Mercedes
Valtteri Bottas says he intends to argue for a 2019 contract at Mercedes by winning races this year. The Finn has been signed up by Mercedes only for one more season, as potenti...

12 Feb 2018 10:33
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German GP boss likes the idea of 'grid kids'
A German grand prix boss says he is not opposed to the 'grid kids' idea. Controversially, new F1 owner Liberty Media has banned grid girls, replacing them with children ...

12 Feb 2018 09:51
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