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Latest: May 28, 12:58 PM from Motorsport.com
Charles Leclerc's hilarious reaction to Lewis Hamilton driving Ferrari's new EV goes viral
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc got behind the wheel of the new fully electric Ferrari Luce ahead of its unveiling. Prior to the ceremonial removal of the silk red cover, the two Ferrari Formula 1 drivers took it in turns to take the Luce for a spin around the track. "Whoa! No-no-no-no-no, please don't do that! LH! LH-LH-LH... ...LH. Careful! Careful! Careful! Careful! Careful, yeah? ... Keep reading
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LIVE: Watch R11 of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship
Catch all the action from Round 11 of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship.
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Why McLaren will try rejected front wing again in Monaco
At Formula 1’s Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren introduced the second stage of a major update package to its MCL40 car, with a new front wing alongside a revised engine cover, rear suspension fairings and floor edges. But introducing performance upgrades at sprint weekends is fraught with peril because there is only one practice session. Ultimately both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri opted to ... Keep reading
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Why McLaren will try rejected front wing again in Monaco
At Formula 1’s Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren introduced the second stage of a major update package to its MCL40 car, with a new front wing alongside a revised engine cover, rear suspension fairings and floor edges. But introducing performance upgrades at sprint weekends is fraught with peril because there is only one practice session. Ultimately both Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri opted to ... Keep reading
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Who really controls the Williams F1 team? A bitter legal battle has put this question centre stage
Special report: Allegations of sexism, racism and expenses fiddling are flying in US courts, drawing in leading figures in motor racing and some famous names in music. But the precise role of Peter de Putron, a Jersey-based billionaire, is one of the most intriguing subjects On the track, the Williams Formula One team are attempting to revive former glories through their talented driving team of Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz and the team principal, James Vowles. Away from the track, the team and…
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Ben Sulayem proposes removal of FIA presidential term limits
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has proposed that the motorsport governing body should repeal the current article which sets a limit on presidential terms. Ben Sulayem, who is currently in his second term having run unopposed in last year's election, is currently subject to Article 20.10 in the FIA's statutes, which states that "the President of the FIA may not serve more than three terms ... Keep reading
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Mohammed Ben Sulayem proposes removal of FIA presidential term limits
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has proposed that the motorsport governing body should repeal the current article which sets a limit on presidential terms. Ben Sulayem, who is currently in his second term having run unopposed in last year's election, is currently subject to Article 20.10 in the FIA's statutes, which states that "the President of the FIA may not serve more than three terms ... Keep reading
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Catch up with R11 Qualifying of the F1 Sim Racing World Championship
The drivers will compete in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix for Round 11 of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship.
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'A risk worth taking' – Hulkenberg reflects on Canada tyre gamble
Nico Hulkenberg believes that starting on intermediate tyres for the Canadian Grand Prix was a "risk worth taking", as he and Audi team mate Gabriel Bortoleto missed out on the points.
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F1 Sim Racing: Ferrari’s Fahssi seals dramatic last-lap victory
Round 10 of the 2026 Sim Racing World Championship was held on Wednesday – here is a recap of all the action.
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Sebastien Ogier happy to welcome Max Verstappen to WRC car test
Sébastien Ogier says he would gladly welcome Max Verstappen to test a World Rally Championship car, should the four-time Formula 1 world champion wish to add rallying to his extracurricular motorsport activities. Nine-time world rally champion Ogier attended the Nurburgring 24 Hours, where he witnessed Verstappen challenge for the victory alongside his Winward-Mercedes team-mates Dani ... Keep reading
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Entertaining Canadian GP doesn't mean F1 rules are fine, drivers say
Formula 1 delivered another intriguing spectacle at last weekend's Canadian Grand Prix, but that doesn't mean the series is in a better place with its complex power unit rules, Sunday's leading drivers say. Sunday's race on Montreal's stop-start Circuit Gilles Villeneuve appeared to bring out the best in the 2026 cars as they are currently being run. The race featured plenty of overtakes, and ... Keep reading
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Ben Sulayem wants to scrap FIA presidency term limits
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is proposing a removal of term limits for the position as head of motorsport's governing body.
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Watch Round 10 of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship
Catch all the action from Round 10 of the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship.
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Question of the week: Should Mercedes interfere in George Russell and Kimi Antonelli’s battle?
The Canadian Grand Prix delivered the first on-track battle between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. While they avoided a crash, it was still too close for comfort for the Mercedes pit wall, and there will probably be more internal discussions about the rules of engagement between the two drivers of Formula 1’s current strongest team. But what should the outcome of those talks be? Our ... Keep reading
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Kimi Antonelli not thinking about F1 title despite 43-point lead
Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli says he isn’t thinking about a potential world title just yet, as he pulls away in the standings with at least 17 rounds remaining. Antonelli has won the last four grands prix consecutively, with his last victory coming in a Montreal race where he had a breathtaking duel with team-mate George Russell before a power unit failure took the Briton out ... Keep reading
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Watch R10 Qualifying of the F1 Sim Racing World Championship
The 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship continues with Round 10, where the racers will take on the Mexico City Grand Prix.
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Mattia Binotto on turning Audi into winners
Mattia Binotto is the latest guest on the Beyond The Grid podcast, discussing how he is using his experience from Ferrari to transform Audi into a race-winning team.
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