Formula 1 has confirmed a groundbreaking partnership with General Motors to bring an 11th team to the grid in 2026. Likely branded as Cadillac, the U.S.-based team will showcase GM’s engineering excellence. This marks a major step for F1’s American expansion, offering fresh competition and new opportunities for drivers. Continue reading Formula 1 Confirms GM’s Cadillac-Branded Team for 2026
Max Verstappen secured his fourth F1 World Championship with a calculated drive to fifth at the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Mercedes celebrated a dominant one-two finish, with George Russell claiming victory and Lewis Hamilton charging from 10th to second. Ferrari’s late surge added drama, but Verstappen’s historic achievement stole the spotlight. Continue reading Max Verstappen Clinches Fourth World Title Under Las Vegas Lights; Mercedes Dominate with One-Two Finish
George Russell stole the show in Las Vegas, securing pole for Mercedes amidst cold temperatures, with Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz joining him on the front row. Championship contenders Max Verstappen and Lando Norris will start from row three, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle under the dazzling lights of the Strip. Continue reading All Eyes on Las Vegas: Championship Drama and Surprising Grid Stories Await Under the Lights
Lewis Hamilton topped the opening practice session for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, leading a Mercedes 1-2 with a 1m35.001s lap. Overcoming George Russell in the final moments, Hamilton capitalized on rapidly improving track conditions. Ferrari and Red Bull trailed behind, as the unique Las Vegas Strip circuit kept drivers adapting. Continue reading Lewis Hamilton Leads Mercedes 1-2 in Las Vegas GP Opening Practice
Formula 1 driver Yuki Tsunoda was detained for hours at U.S. border control while dressed in pajamas ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Despite previously entering the U.S. smoothly, he faced scrutiny and questioning alone, humorously noting his attire may have contributed to the situation. He eventually gained entry without further issues. Continue reading F1 Driver Tsunoda Detained at U.S. Border in Pajamas Before Las Vegas Race
In a dramatic twist at the Austrian Grand Prix, Mercedes’ George Russell clinched an unexpected victory after a late-race collision between leaders Max Verstappen and Lando Norris. The incident occurred on Lap 64, when Norris, who had been challenging Verstappen for the lead following a slow Red Bull pit stop, made contact with the Dutch driver. Both suffered punctures, allowing Russell to sweep into first place. The Mercedes driver held on to claim his second career F1 win, with McLaren’s Oscar Piastri and Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz completing the podium. Verstappen managed to salvage fifth place despite a post-race penalty, while Norris was forced to retire, ending a promising day for McLaren on a sour note. Continue reading Unexpected Victory for Russell in Dramatic Austrian Grand Prix
Max Verstappen proved his championship mettle once again at the Spanish Grand Prix, securing his seventh win of the season despite a challenging start. After briefly losing the lead to a fast-starting George Russell, Verstappen quickly regained control, overtaking both Russell and pole-sitter Lando Norris by lap 3.
Norris, hampered by being stuck behind Russell in the early stages, finished second, unable to challenge Verstappen’s dominance. Lewis Hamilton rounded out the podium, claiming his first top-three finish of the season after an exciting battle with Carlos Sainz.
The race, which saw all 20 cars finish without incident, further solidified Verstappen’s position at the top of the championship standings. For Norris, it was a case of what might have been, as he later admitted to “messing up” his start from pole position. Continue reading Verstappen Triumphs in Spanish Grand Prix, Extending Championship Lead
Max Verstappen took his fifth win in just seven races this season at the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, but he had to work for it as Lando Norris mounted a thrilling late charge in the closing laps. Verstappen made a clean getaway from pole position and controlled the race early on, but Norris rapidly closed the gap, making for a nail-biting finale. Despite Norris slashing the lead to under a second, a snap of oversteer hampered his charge, allowing Verstappen to secure a tense 0.725 second victory. “Lando was really coming,” said Verstappen. “He made me work so hard for this one.” Continue reading Verstappen Victorious in Imola Thriller as Norris Pushes Hard
In a surprising development, reports indicate that Stewart-Haas Racing may be putting its entire NASCAR operation and facility up for sale – not just its four coveted Cup Series charters. Details are emerging that SHR’s sprawling Kannapolis, North Carolina campus that houses both its NASCAR and Formula 1 programs could be on the market as well. With SHR entering the final year of its Ford deal in 2024, the team appears to have flexibility to make major changes like downsizing or potentially exiting the sport altogether through a sale. The charter market has been booming, so SHR’s four Cup charters would be in high demand. But listing the entire facility suggests co-owners Tony Stewart and Gene Haas may be open to parting with much more than just the NASCAR team. All eyes are on how this shakes out and the future for SHR’s drivers. Continue reading Stewart-Haas Racing Reportedly Putting Entire Operation Up for Sale
Max Verstappen dominated the incident-packed Chinese Grand Prix, leading every lap from pole to take a convincing victory for Red Bull. Lando Norris split the Red Bulls in second place for McLaren, executing a one-stop strategy perfectly. The Ferraris of Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz also employed a one-stopper to finish fourth and fifth respectively. Despite two Safety Car periods causing strategy shakes-ups, Verstappen emerged unscathed to extend his championship lead to 25 points over teammate Sergio Perez in third. Continue reading Verstappen Dominates Incident-Packed Chinese GP
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