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Mercedes is not the right place for Max Verstappen, says James Vowles

Max Verstappen’s future continues to spark speculation in the Formula 1 paddock after Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko said the team had a “great concern” over the world champion departing.

Motorsport

Low-drag rear wings and McLaren floor headline Saudi F1 tech updates

McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull have all registered updates for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, each pursuing different areas to improve their Formula 1 cars at the Jeddah round.

Autosport

Old wind tunnel and the 2024 problems – What can Verstappen rely on at Red Bull?

Just like last year’s Italian Grand Prix in Monza, the Bahrain Formula 1 race weekend turned out to be a low point for Red Bull. Max Verstappen spent large parts of the race battling with Alpine and Haas, although he managed to limit the damage by finishing sixth.

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Analysis: Can Verstappen still rely on Red Bull to turn its F1 fortunes around?

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F1 news LIVE: Red Bull weigh up official appeal after Max Verstappen penalty

Follow all the reaction with Piastri taking the win ahead of Verstappen after their first-lap clash

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How Piastri isn't letting "negative impact" of emotions affect him

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri says he has developed a signature laid-back style in his Formula 1 career as he worries emotions can sometimes have a “negative impact” on his racing.

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Why Piastri won't let "negative impact" of emotions get the better of him

McLaren driver Oscar Piastri says he has developed a signature laid-back style in his Formula 1 career as he worries emotions can sometimes have a “negative impact” on his racing.

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How Saudi Arabia has sights set on F1 summit with $480m ‘Rainbow Road’ Qiddiya track

F1 returns to Jeddah for the fifth Saudi Arabian Grand Prix this weekend, but the fastest street circuit in the world will soon be overshadowed by a futuristic track outside the capital city, Riyadh

The Independent UK

The F1 title fight is increasingly focused on McLaren. Verstappen says he's still hopeful

Ahead of Sunday's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, this Formula 1 season is looking like McLaren vs

The Independent UK

How to watch Saudi Arabia Grand Prix 2025: start time, TV channel and live stream

Catch all the action from the 2025 Saudi GP! Here's the full schedule, race start time, how to watch on TV, and where to stream it live around the world – who’ll be fastest under the floodlights of the Jeddah street circuit?

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Hamilton unmoved by spotlight focus during Ferrari adaptation

Lewis Hamilton enjoys the spotlight and generally makes the most of it. He amply demonstrated his understanding of the enduring power of the image in his exquisitely curated first week at Maranello, down to his crimson-soled Christian Louboutin shoes.

Autosport

Lewis Hamilton returns fire at his Ferrari critics

Lewis Hamilton believes Ferrari’s status means that any bumps in the road are interpreted as signs of an impending crisis

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Lando Norris to try new things to get ‘comfortable’ with his McLaren car

Norris has expressed frustration with his inability to get the maximum out of himself

The Independent UK

Norris: Confidence still not as high as 2024 despite “dream” F1 title lead

Lando Norris is leading the Formula 1 drivers’ championship after a start to the season he would have “dreamed of” – but he admits he is heading into the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix lacking in confidence.

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Why Verstappen feels Red Bull cannot put its woes down to just old wind tunnel

Max Verstappen says his Red Bull car's handling issues can't just be attributed to correlation issues with the Formula 1 squad's ageing wind tunnel.

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Alonso says Verstappen is no threat to his Aston Martin F1 drive

Red Bull’s disastrous showing – by its standards – in last weekend’s Bahrain Grand Prix has fanned the burning embers of speculation that Max Verstappen will join another team for 2026.

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Fernando Alonso denies Max Verstappen threat to his Aston Martin F1 drive

Red Bull’s disastrous showing – by its standards – in last weekend’s Bahrain Grand Prix has fanned the burning embers of speculation that Max Verstappen will join another team for 2026.

The Independent UK

Max Verstappen responds to Red Bull F1 exit speculation: ‘A lot of people are talking’

The four-time world champion has been linked with a move to Mercedes and Aston Martin

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The Independent UK

Max Verstappen relaxed over Red Bull future following Helmut Marko comments

The Red Bull motorsport adviser expressed “great concern” over Verstappen’s future after a disappointing weekend for the team in Bahrain.

Autosport

Verstappen responds to Red Bull exit fears

Max Verstappen has responded to fears that he would leave the team, outlaid by the team's adviser Helmut Marko, who shared his concern that the four-time Formula 1 world champion may depart if Red Bull does not improve.

Motorsport

Adrian Newey to keep 100% focus on 2026 Aston Martin F1 car despite 2025 struggles

Aston Martin’s new managing technical partner, Adrian Newey, has hit the ground running, but he’s laser-focused on the 2026 car despite the team’s current on-track struggles. “100% of Adrian’s designing time is focused on 2026,” team boss Andy Cowell told reporters in Jeddah on Thursday, with new Formula 1 regulations…

The Independent UK

F1 chief gives update on African GP – with South Africa and Rwanda bidding to host race

F1 has not raced in Africa since the Kyalami circuit hosted the South African GP in 1993

Motorsport

FIA’s “unfair treatment” revealed by outgoing deputy president

Last week, former rally co-driver and FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid publicly announced his resignation – in an election year, the equivalent of rolling a grenade under the door.

Autosport

The “unfair treatment” which led FIA deputy president Reid to resign

Last week, former rally co-driver and FIA deputy president for sport Robert Reid publicly announced his resignation – in an election year, the equivalent of rolling a grenade under the door.

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Why Bortoleto reminds Sauber stalwart Zehnder of a rookie-season Leclerc

Almost seven years ago, Charles Leclerc clinched his first Formula 1 points driving for Sauber after keeping his head above water in a wild Azerbaijan Grand Prix - one turned on its head by Max Verstappen's collision with Daniel Ricciardo - to finish sixth.

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