Audi boss says 2026 F1 entry is like ‘climbing Everest’ amid torrid season
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Audi boss says 2026 F1 entry is like ‘climbing Everest’ amid torrid season

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F1 2025 grid: Who are the drivers racing next season?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

F1 2025 grid: Who are the drivers racing next season?

The Independent  

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Valtteri Bottas announces 2025 racing return after F1 axe
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Valtteri Bottas announces 2025 racing return after F1 axe

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Martin Brundle gives honest reaction to Cadillac joining F1 grid in 2026
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Martin Brundle gives honest reaction to Cadillac joining F1 grid in 2026

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F1 Sauber sign Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto — Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu to depart
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2 months ago

F1 Sauber sign Brazilian Gabriel Bortoleto — Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu to depart

ABC  

Formula 1 will have a full-time Brazilian driver for the first time since 2017 after Sauber announced 20-year-old Gabriel Bortoleto to complete the future Audi team's line-up for 2025 and 2026. The Swiss-based team earlier announced the departure of Finland's Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu, China's first F1 driver, at the end of the season in December. "Joining a team …

F1 team brutally axe BOTH of their drivers - including star with 67 Grand Prix podiums
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2 months ago

F1 team brutally axe BOTH of their drivers - including star with 67 Grand Prix podiums

Daily Mail  

Sauber have removed both Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu from their roster for the 2025 F1 season, and confirmed the two exciting stars who will replace them next year. Sauber have brutally removed Valtteri Bottas from their roster for the 2025 F1 season The team have also axed Zhou Guanyu after a disastrous campaign leaving them on zero points They …

Sauber confirm Valtteri Bottas replacement for 2025 F1 season
2 months ago

Sauber confirm Valtteri Bottas replacement for 2025 F1 season

The Independent  

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Ferrari reveal 2025 F1 car plan ahead of Lewis Hamilton move
3 months, 1 week ago

Ferrari reveal 2025 F1 car plan ahead of Lewis Hamilton move

The Independent  

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Williams to open talks with Audi for 2025 F1 seat for rookie driver
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Williams to open talks with Audi for 2025 F1 seat for rookie driver

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Former Ferrari Chief Mattia Binotto to Head Audi F1 Project
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Former Ferrari Chief Mattia Binotto to Head Audi F1 Project

News 18  

Former Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto has been named as the new leader of the Audi Formula One project, the German constructor announced Tuesday. As of August 1, Swiss-born Italian Binotto will replace Sauber CEO Andreas Seidl — the man originally named as the head of the future Audi team. “I am delighted that we have been able to recruit …

Former Ferrari boss Mattia Binotto lands new job in F1
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Former Ferrari boss Mattia Binotto lands new job in F1

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Haas F1 confirm 2025 F1 driver change ahead of Ollie Bearman arrival
5 months, 3 weeks ago

Haas F1 confirm 2025 F1 driver change ahead of Ollie Bearman arrival

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Audi F1 have their first driver as Nico Hülkenberg joins Sauber
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Audi F1 have their first driver as Nico Hülkenberg joins Sauber

ABC  

In short: Formula 1 driver Nico Hülkenberg will leave Haas at the end of the season and join Sauber. Formula 1 driver Nico Hülkenberg will leave Haas at the end of the season and join Sauber. The German driver signed a multi-year deal, starting in 2025. : German manufacturing giant Audi will take over the Sauber team from the 2026 …

Haas confirm Nico Hulkenberg exit ahead of Audi switch
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Haas confirm Nico Hulkenberg exit ahead of Audi switch

The Independent  

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Christian Horner insists Red Bull won't be rushed into finalising Max Verstappen's team-mate for 2025, with Sergio Perez out of contract at the end of the season
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Christian Horner insists Red Bull won't be rushed into finalising Max Verstappen's team-mate for 2025, with Sergio Perez out of contract at the end of the season

Daily Mail  

Red Bull boss Christian Horner insists the team won’t be rushed into finalising Max Verstappen’s team-mate for 2025 as the silly season of the Formula One drivers market rumbles on. That move seems unlikely according to Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko, who told reporters on Thursday that Audi, who will join the sport in 2026, have made a ‘very lucrative …

What Oliver Bearman must do next to be a shoo-in for 2025 F1 seat after dream Ferrari debut
9 months, 4 weeks ago

What Oliver Bearman must do next to be a shoo-in for 2025 F1 seat after dream Ferrari debut

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Audi seals full takeover of Sauber ahead of becoming Formula 1 constructor in 2026
10 months ago

Audi seals full takeover of Sauber ahead of becoming Formula 1 constructor in 2026

Associated Press  

INGOLSTADT, Germany — German automaker Audi said Friday it has reached an agreement for a full takeover of the Sauber team ahead of its entry as a full Formula 1 constructor in 2026. Audi said Sauber’s current majority shareholder Islero Investments backed Audi’s plans for a full takeover of the Sauber holding company. Former McLaren team principal Andreas Seidl is …

F1: Ferrari’s new car unveiled for final season before Hamilton’s arrival
10 months, 4 weeks ago

F1: Ferrari’s new car unveiled for final season before Hamilton’s arrival

The Hindu  

Ferrari unveiled its new SF-24 car on Tuesday, ready for the upcoming Formula One season, which will be the last before Lewis Hamilton joins the Italian team from rivals Mercedes. Among those present were Ferrari’s Team Principal Frederic Vasseur, and drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz, who will race together for the last time this season. “This season the aim …

Formula One rejects Andretti’s application to join 2025, 2026 series
11 months, 1 week ago

Formula One rejects Andretti’s application to join 2025, 2026 series

The Hindu  

Formula One has rejected Andretti Global’s application to join the global racing series in 2025 or 2026 but said on Wednesday that it is willing to revisit the issue in 2028 when General Motors has an engine ready for competition. General Motors under its Cadillac brand had signed on to partner with Michael Andretti’s push to join the top racing …

Mercedes announce date for 2024 F1 car reveal
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Mercedes announce date for 2024 F1 car reveal

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Alfa Romeo confirm name change and new sponsor for 2024 F1 season
1 year ago

Alfa Romeo confirm name change and new sponsor for 2024 F1 season

The Independent  

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Audi name first driver to join F1 team ahead of 2026 season entry
1 year, 6 months ago

Audi name first driver to join F1 team ahead of 2026 season entry

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Audi says F1 project has “really taken off”
1 year, 8 months ago

Audi says F1 project has “really taken off”

The Hindu  

Audi’s preparations to enter Formula One in 2026 are picking up speed and a prototype power unit will run on the test bench before the end of the year, the German manufacturer said on Tuesday. READ: Jehan Daruvala to test Formula E car for first time in Berlin Formula One will have a new power unit from 2026, with the …

F1 is back: 2023’s new rules, rookies, key storylines, Hamilton’s bounce-back attempt and more
1 year, 10 months ago

F1 is back: 2023’s new rules, rookies, key storylines, Hamilton’s bounce-back attempt and more

New York Times  

Before the lights go out for the first grand prix of the new Formula One season, let’s take a moment to review some of the key changes and storylines heading into 2023. Storylines we’re following Mercedes had a season to forget in 2022, with George Russell and Lewis Hamilton scoring just one combined victory and its cars regularly outclassed by …

Ferrari denies reports F1 team boss Binotto faces the sack
2 years, 1 month ago

Ferrari denies reports F1 team boss Binotto faces the sack

The Hindu  

Ferrari dismissed as “totally without foundation” media reports in Italy on Tuesday that Formula One team boss Mattia Binotto was set to be replaced by Sauber’s Frederic Vasseur after the end of the season. “In relation to speculation in certain media regarding Scuderia Ferrari team principal Mattia Binotto’s position, Ferrari states that these rumours are totally without foundation,” the team …

Audi to team up with Sauber for Formula One entry in 2026
2 years, 2 months ago

Audi to team up with Sauber for Formula One entry in 2026

Associated Press  

HINWIL, Switzerland — German manufacturer Audi has chosen Formula One team Sauber as its factory works team when it enters the racing series in 2026. “To become Audi’s official works team is not only an honor and a great responsibility,” Sauber F1 team principal Frederic Vasseur said. Audi announced in August that it was entering F1 as a power unit …

Audi to Supply Engines for Sauber in Formula One
2 years, 2 months ago

Audi to Supply Engines for Sauber in Formula One

News 18  

German manufacturer Audi will make its entry into Formula One by supplying the engines for Sauber from 2026, they said on Wednesday. “To become Audi’s official works team is not only an honour and a great responsibility," said Sauber Motorsport CEO and Team Principal Fred Vasseur. Audi took the decision shortly after it was agreed at FIA’s World Motor Sport …

Audi to finally enter F1 after years of waiting in the wings
2 years, 4 months ago

Audi to finally enter F1 after years of waiting in the wings

The Hindu  

After years of exploring a possible entry into Formula One, Audi, the German automobile company, on Friday announced that it will be entering the sport in 2026. Markus Duesmann, CEO of Audi in a press conference at Spa Francorchamps said, “Audi has officially registered as a Formula One Power Unit manufacturer and will start racing from 2026.” Recently the FIA …

Formula 1: Audi announce entry into F1 with plans for 2026 debut
2 years, 4 months ago

Formula 1: Audi announce entry into F1 with plans for 2026 debut

Firstpost  

The engine will be developed at Audi Sport’s facility in Neuburg near Ingolstadt with the company heralding the fact it will be “the first time in more than a decade that a Formula 1 power train will be built in Germany.” Spa-Francorchamps, Belgium: German car manufacturer Audi will become an engine supplier in Formula One for the first time in …

Alpine boss questions if Fernando Alonso and Mark Webber shared information over Oscar Piastri's future
2 years, 4 months ago

Alpine boss questions if Fernando Alonso and Mark Webber shared information over Oscar Piastri's future

The Telegraph  

Alpine team principal Otmar Szafnauer has questioned whether the Formula One futures of Fernando Alonso and Oscar Piastri had been discussed without his knowledge by the pair’s representatives before last week’s shock driver developments. Current Alpine driver Alonso announced he will move to Aston Martin for 2023, apparently catching his current team completely by surprise, who then named their reserve …

Formula One: 'Ambitious' Fernando Alonso to replace Sebastian Vettel at Aston Martin
2 years, 5 months ago

Formula One: 'Ambitious' Fernando Alonso to replace Sebastian Vettel at Aston Martin

Firstpost  

Fernando Alonso said he “intends to win again” after Aston Martin announced Monday that he would be joining the team on a multi-year contract from 2023 London: Veteran Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso said he “intends to win again” after Aston Martin announced Monday that he would be joining the team on a multi-year contract from 2023. The double …

Aston Martin launch 2022 car ahead of new F1 season
2 years, 11 months ago

Aston Martin launch 2022 car ahead of new F1 season

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F1 2022: Alpine reveal launch date for 2022 car
2 years, 11 months ago

F1 2022: Alpine reveal launch date for 2022 car

India TV News  

Highlights The A522 will be raced in 2022 by Fernando Alonso and Esteban Ocon, who'll team up for a 2nd season Ocon got the honour of taking the first victory for the Alpine outfit at last year's Hungarian GP Alpine will be seeking to improve on their P5 in the constructors' standings from 2021 Alpine have become the latest Formula …

Audi Wants to Takeover McLaren to Enter Formula 1 in 2026: Reports
3 years, 2 months ago

Audi Wants to Takeover McLaren to Enter Formula 1 in 2026: Reports

News 18  

The racing circuit nowadays buzzed with the rumours about German automotive manufacture Audi’s ambitious plan to take over Formula 1 team McLaren. Following several reports over the last few months, one thing is certain that Volkswagen group wants to enter in F1 world via their two brands – Audi and Porsche. “The ideal solution from the point of view of …

Mattia Binotto Says Will Be a ‘Failure’ if Ferrari Doesn’t Mount F1 Title Fight in 2022
3 years, 4 months ago

Mattia Binotto Says Will Be a ‘Failure’ if Ferrari Doesn’t Mount F1 Title Fight in 2022

News 18  

Fighting for the 2022 World Championship title is a “must” for Ferrari, according to team principal Mattia Binotto. He even went on to say that it would be a big “failure” for the legendary Italian team if they failed in putting up a fight for the title next year. And, Binotto is certain about his team’s strategy going into the …

Ferrari boss Binotto expects difficult F1 start for Mick Schumacher - motorsport news - sportstar
4 years ago

Ferrari boss Binotto expects difficult F1 start for Mick Schumacher - motorsport news - sportstar

The Hindu  

Ferrari team boss Mattia Binotto expects Mick Schumacher to have a tough Formula One debut with Haas next year before getting more up to speed in 2022. Schumacher, the son of Ferrari great and seven time F1 world champion Michael, won the Formula Two title this year and has graduated to the U.S.-owned team with close ties to Maranello. READ …

Ferrari Team Boss Mattia Binotto Expects Difficult F1 Start for Mick Schumacher
4 years ago

Ferrari Team Boss Mattia Binotto Expects Difficult F1 Start for Mick Schumacher

News 18  

Ferrari team boss Mattia Binotto expects Mick Schumacher to have a tough Formula One debut with Haas next year before getting more up to speed in 2022. Schumacher, the son of Ferrari great and seven times F1 world champion Michael, won the Formula Two title this year and has graduated to the U.S.-owned team with close ties to Maranello. “But …

Formula One: Kimi Raikkonen and Antonio Giovinazzi Staying at Alfa Romeo for 2021
4 years, 2 months ago

Formula One: Kimi Raikkonen and Antonio Giovinazzi Staying at Alfa Romeo for 2021

News 18  

Formula One’s most experienced driver Kimi Raikkonen and Italian Antonio Giovinazzi will race on for Alfa Romeo next season, the Swiss-based team said on Friday. “Alfa Romeo … is more than a team to me, it is like a second family,” said Raikkonen, who started out with the team when they raced as Sauber and won his world championship with …

Mattia Binotto: Ferrari has had to redesign flawed 2020 car
4 years, 6 months ago

Mattia Binotto: Ferrari has had to redesign flawed 2020 car

The Hindu  

Ferrari has had a major rethink of its 2020 Formula One car but updates to make it go faster will not be ready until the third race of the season, team boss Mattia Binotto said on Tuesday. “The truth is that the outcome of the tests led us to take a significant change of direction in terms of development, especially …

Formula One: Mick Schumacher in contention for F1 test in Bahrain
5 years, 10 months ago

Formula One: Mick Schumacher in contention for F1 test in Bahrain

The Hindu  

Mick Schumacher could get his first action in a Formula One car next month after Alfa Romeo confirmed the F2 driver was one of its candidates for testing. In January, Mick – the son of seven-time F1 champion Michael Schumacher – joined the Ferrari Driver Academy, increasing the speculation he would soon follow in his father's footsteps. RELATED | F1 …

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