By Camille Lebez-Leroy The first practice session in Bahrain got underway with some immediate action on-track. Plenty of rookies were driving this afternoon and as expected all eyes were on them. Ayumu Iwasa lead the way in Verstappen’s car, followed by Luke Browning in Sainz’s Williams and Ryo Hirakawa who is now driving for HaasContinue reading “FP1 – 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix: Norris Tops Opening Session as Rookies Settle In”
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BREAKING – Russell replaced in Bahrain!
By Joe Murphy Mercedes have confirmed that Frederick Vesti will drive in practice one on Friday at the Bahrain Grand Prix instead of number one driver George Russell. Vesti will replace George for the session in Sakhir for his third rookie session, having previously driven for the team in FP1 in Mexico and Abu DhabiContinue reading “BREAKING – Russell replaced in Bahrain!”
Alonso HAILS “Best Driver” on the Grid
By Joe Murphy Two-time F1 world champion Fernando Alonso has been an admirer of Verstappen and shown support for the Dutchman during his title battles in the last five seasons. Alonso sees similarities this season to 2012 when he took the title race to the last round of the season, despite having what many feltContinue reading “Alonso HAILS “Best Driver” on the Grid”
Verstappen changing McLaren Mindset
By Joe Murphy McLaren’s team principal, Andrea Stella, has acknowledged that Max Verstappen is proving to be a significant factor in the early stages of the 2025 Formula 1 season, keeping the pressure on McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in the championship standings. After securing a dominant victory in Suzuka, Verstappen trails Norris byContinue reading “Verstappen changing McLaren Mindset”
MAJOR F1 Figure QUITS days before Bahrain Grand Prix
By Joe Murphy Robert Reid, the FIA’s deputy president for sport, has stepped down, citing a breakdown in the organization’s standards. This resignation marks the latest in a series of high-profile departures from the FIA over the past 18 months, with Reid’s exit seemingly linked to tensions with FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem. Reid, whoContinue reading “MAJOR F1 Figure QUITS days before Bahrain Grand Prix”
Albon wants EXTRA Grand Prix
By Joe Murphy Alex Albon has expressed confidence that Thailand is serious about hosting a Formula 1 race in the future, after he met with the country’s Prime Minister alongside F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali. Albon, who races for Williams under the Thai flag, had a discussion with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra ahead of the JapaneseContinue reading “Albon wants EXTRA Grand Prix”
Norris gives McLaren Ultimatum
By Joe Murphy Lando Norris has acknowledged that McLaren must adopt a more aggressive approach in certain situations following their near miss against Max Verstappen at the Japanese Grand Prix. Norris shadowed Verstappen for all 53 laps of last Sunday’s race at Suzuka, including during the pit-stop phase where both leaders pitted on the sameContinue reading “Norris gives McLaren Ultimatum”
Lewis Hamilton hopeful of Bahrain podium
By Joe Murphy Lewis Hamilton is hopeful that an upgraded floor on his Ferrari will provide a much-needed performance boost as the Bahrain Grand Prix approaches this weekend. The seven-time world champion has had a difficult start to his first season with the Scuderia, with the team failing to meet expectations set during pre-season testing.Continue reading “Lewis Hamilton hopeful of Bahrain podium”
Tsunoda and Lawson’s ‘HEATED’ rivalry
By Ben Langley The rivalry of Yuki Tsunoda and Liam Lawson could break Red Bull! After Red Bull replaced Liam Lawson with Yuki Tsunoda just two race weekends in, it sent shockwaves around the Formula 1 world. Not only that, but it prolonged the farcical reality of Red Bull’s failing young driver programme. The JapaneseContinue reading “Tsunoda and Lawson’s ‘HEATED’ rivalry”
Perez 2026 RETURN set to be unveiled…
By Joe Man There has already been much discussion in 2025 about who will become Cadillac’s drivers when they enter the sport in 2026. Another hot topic has been where former Red Bull Racing driver Sergio Pérez will end up. There was always the possibility that Sergio might call it a day and settle intoContinue reading “Perez 2026 RETURN set to be unveiled…”
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