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Max Verstappen shines amid Red Bull turmoil and Christian Horner’s uncertain future

Amidst speculation about Christian Horner's future at Red Bull, the team's performance has taken a downturn. With Max Verstappen's brilliance shining through, can Red Bull regain its competitive edge?

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoBrilliant Max Verstappen wins Emilia Romagna Grand Prix

In a thrilling showdown at Imola, Red Bull's Max Verstappen clinched victory in the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, battling fiercely against McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

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Red Bull look to Ford for F1 revival as Verstappen faces uncertain future

Red Bull's new partnership with Ford aims to tackle the challenges of the upcoming hybrid era in Formula 1 and hopefully keep Max Verstappen on longer.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
Jehran Naidoo|Published

McLaren holding cards as F1 title battle heats up after Piastri win in Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

Oscar Piastri's third win of the season propels McLaren further ahead in the F1 title race, while Lando Norris fights back from a challenging start.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
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Max Verstappen’s surprising pace at Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as Oscar Piastri extends F1 championship lead

Max Verstappen showcases unexpected speed at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, but Oscar Piastri's victory solidifies his lead in the championship, setting the stage for an intense title battle.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Red Bull car troubles hinder Max Verstappen’s quest for a fifth straight F1 title

As the 2025 season unfolds, Max Verstappen's pursuit of a fifth consecutive World Title is jeopardised by Red Bull's car struggles, leaving fans wondering if the team can reclaim their former glory.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Max Verstappen dominates Japanese Grand Prix for first win of 2025 season

Max Verstappen secured his first victory of the 2025 season at the Japanese Grand Prix, leading from pole to chequered flag, with McLaren's Lando Norris finishing a close second.

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Watch VideoMuch like Quidditch, Lawson’s Red Bull drive made no sense

Much like Quidditch, Red Bull’s decision to give Liam Lawson a seat made no sense. This article breaks down why Yuki Tsunoda was the rightful choice all along and how Red Bull’s strategy continues to defy logic ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix.

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Morgan Bolton|Published

Red Bull departure ‘tough to hear’, but Liam Lawson delighted to still have Formula One chance

Racing Bulls driver Liam Lawson wished he had more time to make an impact at his former team after he was ejected from the senior team two races into the season.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Red Bull promote Tsunoda over Lawson in dramatic F1 driver swap after just two races

In a dramatic mid-season shake-up, Red Bull has promoted Yuki Tsunoda to partner Max Verstappen while sending struggling Liam Lawson back to Racing Bulls after just two disappointing races.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
Jehran Naidoo|Published

Watch VideoMax Verstappen rallies but Oscar Piastri wins Chinese Grand Prix in McLaren one-two finish

Oscar Piastri led from pole to secure a stunning victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, as McLaren celebrated a remarkable one-two finish with Lando Norris taking second place.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
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Watch VideoOscar Piastri takes Chinese GP pole after Lewis Hamilton secures first Ferrari win in sprint

Lewis Hamilton secures first Ferrari victory in Sprint Race at Chinese GP, following a challenging start to the season.

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'Gobsmacked' Lewis Hamilton smashes Shanghai lap record for first Ferrari pole

In a historic qualifying session at Shanghai, Lewis Hamilton delivered a masterclass performance that not only secured his first pole position for Ferrari but also shattered a 20-year-old lap record, leaving even the seven-time world champion himself stunned by the achievement.

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Watch VideoBrad Binder grafts hard to secure a seventh-place finish at the Argentine Grand Prix

Brad Binder fought hard to shake off his sprint race disappointment as he improved from his 11th place start to a seventh place finish at the Argentine Grand Prix this Sunday.

Motoring Motorsport
Obakeng Meletse|Published

Watch VideoLando Norris sends F1 warning at Australian GP practice, Lewis Hamilton off the pace in Ferrari

Lando Norris sets the pace in Australian GP practice, leaving reigning champion Verstappen in his wake while Hamilton struggles in his Ferrari debut.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
AFP|Published

Watch VideoLewis Hamilton in red, Max Verstappen under pressure . . . Here are the storylines for F1's 75th anniversary

Get ready for the 2025 Formula One season, celebrating 75 years of racing. Max Verstappen aims for a fifth consecutive title, but Lando Norris is ready to challenge him, while Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari adds to the excitement.

Motoring F1 Grand Prix
AFP|Published