Author: Andrew Maitland

(GMM) Mattia Binotto says he would not have signed Lewis Hamilton if he was still team boss at Ferrari. “No,” he bluntly told Corriere della Sera. “But he did well … Read More

(GMM) Mick Schumacher is “definitely” an option to complete an all-German driver lineup at Audi-owned Sauber in 2025. Mere days and weeks ago, it appeared that the former Haas driver’s … Read More

(GMM) Williams “wasn’t ready” for Formula 1’s top technical figure, Adrian Newey. That’s the view of the Grove-based team’s boss James Vowles, who very publicly tried to woo the departing … Read More

(GMM) A Mercedes power unit is no guarantee of a more competitive future for Alpine. That is the assessment of James Vowles, boss of the customer Mercedes-powered Williams team, which … Read More

(GMM) Gunther Steiner’s absence is not necessarily the reason for the drastic improvement made by the small American team Haas in 2024. That is the view of Ralf Schumacher, normally … Read More

(GMM) Mike Krack has given the thumbs-up to the latest tweaks that have been made to Formula 1’s all-new technical regulations for 2026. At the most recent F1 Commission meeting, … Read More

(GMM) Dr Helmut Marko is now openly admitting that Yuki Tsunoda is “a candidate” to replace Sergio Perez at Red Bull Racing from 2025. The Japanese driver, who until now … Read More

(GMM) Charles Leclerc did not try to stop Lewis Hamilton from joining Ferrari, team boss Frederic Vasseur has revealed. Hamilton’s deal from 2025 means not only the end of Carlos … Read More

(GMM) Several projects on the continent appear to be in competition for a future African GP. This year’s FIA prize gala will take place in Rwanda, with the East African … Read More

(GMM) Fernando Alonso says he will consult with Adrian Newey before deciding to end his Formula 1 racing career. The Spaniard admits he got immediately and personally involved earlier this … Read More

(GMM) Haas really is teaming up with carmaker giant Toyota in Formula 1. Some months ago, after Toyota officials were spotted in the small American team’s garage at Silverstone, experts … Read More

(GMM) Esteban Ocon insists he doesn’t want to make “headlines” by offering his real opinion about Alpine’s decline in Formula 1. But the French driver, who is switching to the … Read More

(GMM) Dr Helmut Marko is calling for unity amid a tumultuous period for Red Bull Racing. Although Max Verstappen is now more confident the team is starting to “understand” the … Read More

(GMM) Fernando Alonso has countered on-track rival George Russell’s criticism of the current Pirelli tires in Formula 1. Last month, Mercedes driver Russell slammed the inconsistency of the products supplied … Read More

(GMM) Audi is setting up its involvement in Formula 1 so that the team in Hinwil retains independent decision-making control. With Renault’s rival team Alpine struggling on track and even … Read More

(GMM) Team advisor to the CEO, Flavio Briatore, says he will keep the door open at Alpine for Carlos Sainz Jr. With no vacancies at a top team for 2025, … Read More

(GMM) Felipe Massa thinks Audi might snap up impressive Formula 1 rookie Franco Colapinto for 2025. It’s the last real vacancy on next year’s grid, with Williams boss James Vowles … Read More

(GMM) Audi insists it is not at all spooked by fellow manufacturer Renault’s decision to scrap its 2026 works Formula 1 engine plan. While Renault is departing, almost certainly leaving … Read More

(GMM) Bernard Dudot, a name synonymous with Renault engines in Formula 1, hopes the French carmaker keeps the door open to a return to the category in the future. When … Read More

(GMM) Thailand, Argentina, Africa and Panama are champing at the bit to join Formula 1’s bustling and coveted race calendar. According to Tass news agency, the Thailand government is hoping … Read More

(GMM) The late 2022 death of Dietrich Mateschitz was the leading cause of Adrian Newey’s decision to leave Red Bull. That is the suspicion of team advisor Dr Helmut Marko. However, … Read More

(GMM) Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya has spoken out in support Valtteri Bottas’ quest to remain in the sport in 2025. Although plenty of alternatives, including Mick Schumacher, … Read More