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George Russell's unfortunate retirement from the Belgian Grand Prix handed rival teams an unexpected look at the crucial underside of his Mercedes challenger.
Ruben Smit - 2026-07-20T12:57:47.000Z
Andrea Kimi Antonelli has won the Belgian Grand Prix following a race filled with tactical twists and a controversial collision between Mercedes teammates.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-07-20T12:45:46.000Z
Red Bull has pulled off a major coup in the personnel market by hiring Gwen Lagrue, Mercedes' successful talent hunter, to lead their junior programme.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-20T09:36:01.000Z
Following a weekend of technical woes and an early exit in Belgium, George Russell sees his title hopes take another heavy hit while Kimi Antonelli extends his dominance.
Sanne Vermeer - 2026-07-19T19:22:48.000Z
Kimi Antonelli continued his winning streak at Spa-Francorchamps to extend his championship lead, while teammate George Russell crashed on the opening lap and Ferrari experienced a race of highs and lows.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-07-19T19:19:52.000Z
Andrea Kimi Antonelli took his sixth victory of the season with a dominant win in the Belgian Grand Prix, further solidifying his lead at the top of the championship.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-19T19:17:01.000Z
Red Bull Racing has struck a major blow in the personnel market by hiring Gwen Lagrue, head of Mercedes' successful junior program, for a similar role.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-19T13:00:02.000Z
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella lightheartedly dismissed persistent rumors linking Max Verstappen to his team, quipping that they would need an extra car to make it work.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-19T10:08:03.000Z
Following a heavy crash in third practice at Spa-Francorchamps, Lewis Hamilton struggled with the feel of his Ferrari in qualifying, despite trailing teammate Leclerc by a razor-thin margin.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-07-19T07:08:06.000Z
Amid the ongoing stream of rumors surrounding Max Verstappen's future, McLaren's team principal has responded to a potential move with a witty quip.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-19T06:45:00.000Z
Max Verstappen acknowledged the indispensable role played by teammate Isack Hadjar in securing his front-row grid position for the Belgian Grand Prix.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-18T16:21:10.000Z
Max Verstappen secured a surprising second place in qualifying at Spa-Francorchamps, an achievement he believes would have been impossible without a strategic slipstream from Isack Hadjar.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-18T16:17:04.000Z
Lewis Hamilton sparked panic in the Ferrari garage at Spa-Francorchamps after a heavy crash, putting the team under intense pressure ahead of qualifying.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-07-18T12:55:45.000Z
The final practice session ahead of qualifying, FP3 for the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix, has drawn to a close at the Spa-Francorchamps circuit.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-18T12:43:13.000Z
Following the completion of FP2 at iconic Spa-Francorchamps, attention shifts to decisive qualifying preparation.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-18T10:02:06.000Z
Following a surprising opening day at Spa, Lewis Hamilton sees rivals Mercedes and McLaren as the teams to beat, while his own Ferrari team still has work to do.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-18T07:14:18.000Z
Formula 1 fans worldwide are gearing up for the crucial qualifying session of the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix, with the start time set to be announced shortly.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-18T06:02:37.000Z
Opening day at Spa-Francorchamps produced an unexpectedly mixed picture, with McLaren driver Lando Norris close to the top, though he is dampening expectations.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T19:02:25.000Z
Frenchman Pierre Gasly triggered a red flag at the end of FP2 at Spa-Francorchamps following a snap of oversteer, after which Alpine and the driver clarified the incident.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T18:43:10.000Z
F1 driver Isack Hadjar will be forced to start the Belgian Grand Prix from the back row following a change of power unit components.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:54:41.000Z
Max Verstappen finished first free practice for the Belgian Grand Prix with the fastest time, a surprise given prevailing expectations.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:46:35.000Z
Max Verstappen was fastest in opening practice at Spa, but the new generation of Formula 1 cars proved significantly slower than last year, setting times over five seconds off the previous pace.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:43:59.000Z
The Formula 1 weekend at the iconic Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps is officially underway following the completion of the first free practice session.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:41:41.000Z
With the Belgian Grand Prix just around the corner, Red Bull Racing installs a fresh power unit in Max Verstappen's RB20.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:41:34.000Z
Max Verstappen set the pace during the opening session of the Belgian Grand Prix, narrowly edging out Lewis Hamilton.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:41:00.000Z
Following a difficult run of form, Max Verstappen got back on track at Spa by topping the opening practice session for the Belgian Grand Prix.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:38:44.000Z
At the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit, Max Verstappen led opening practice for the Belgian Grand Prix, while Aston Martin endured a troubling start.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:35:24.000Z
Max Verstappen kicked off the weekend at the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit convincingly by setting the fastest lap right out of the gate.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:31:23.000Z
Max Verstappen and Red Bull surprised friend and foe alike by ending the first free practice session at Spa-Francorchamps with the fastest time.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:30:00.000Z
The grid for the Belgian Grand Prix will be further shuffled this weekend following announced grid penalties for Isack Hadjar and Lance Stroll.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T12:24:01.000Z
Following a disappointing British Grand Prix, Formula 1 leader Kimi Antonelli sought inspiration outside the paddock, finding it in an unexpected meeting with tennis legend Roger Federer at Wimbledon.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-07-17T12:13:06.000Z
Driver Lando Norris expresses his disappointment over the expected experience at Spa-Francorchamps in this year's edition.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-07-17T11:36:32.000Z
Andrea Kimi Antonelli is balancing on the edge of a grid penalty following the recent installation of a new engine in his car.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T11:15:00.000Z
With an impressive total of twenty-one modifications, Formula 1 teams continue developing their cars in a bid to gain the upper hand at the fast Spa-Francorchamps.
Ruben Smit - 2026-07-17T11:11:20.000Z
Young driver Kimi Antonelli has spoken out clearly regarding the persistent attention and ongoing stream of rumors surrounding him.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-07-17T11:00:00.000Z
Pierre Gasly recently reflected on the untimely deaths of young racing talents Anthoine Hubert and Dilano van 't Hoff, a painful moment for the sport.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-07-17T10:55:32.000Z
After a striking start to the new Formula 1 era, in which Haas even temporarily stood ahead of Red Bull, the team appears to have lost its upward momentum.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T10:46:48.000Z
Esteban Ocon has been penalized by the FIA following a breach during a recent press event.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T10:37:59.000Z
Haas driver Nico Hülkenberg reacted with a playful quip to persistent speculation regarding Carlos Sainz's future and a potential move to Audi.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T10:31:32.000Z
A recent wing change on Max Verstappen's car at Spa-Francorchamps is fueling rumors of an impending 'bad news' announcement for the reigning champion.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-07-17T10:30:09.000Z
George Russell has confirmed that a move by Max Verstappen to the Mercedes Formula 1 team was remarkably concrete in the past.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T10:20:00.000Z
Charles Leclerc recently opened up about his earlier view of Max Verstappen, which surprisingly matched the Dutchman's own perception of him.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-07-17T09:59:09.000Z
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has raised concerns over the potential entry of a twelfth Formula 1 team, highlighting an underlying issue within the sport that must be addressed first.
Sanne Vermeer - 2026-07-17T09:50:10.000Z
A striking deal between Max Verstappen and a Belgian driver from the McLaren driver academy has sparked paddock debate over the exact nature of the partnership.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T09:44:24.000Z
Max Verstappen has announced a striking collaboration with 15-year-old Belgian Formula 4 driver Dries Van Langendonck, who is already part of the McLaren junior program.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-07-17T09:41:03.000Z
Driver George Russell has offered a rare glimpse into the intense mental pressure associated with competing at the pinnacle of motorsport.
Lesley Bakker - 2026-07-17T09:31:39.000Z
Isack Hadjar faces a tough race at Spa-Francorchamps, where he will be forced to start the Belgian Grand Prix from the very back of the grid.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T09:30:00.000Z
Red Bull Racing has made a notable decision by reinstalling an older specification component on Max Verstappen's Formula 1 car.
Michael de Vries - 2026-07-17T09:24:38.000Z
Lance Stroll has openly expressed his concerns about Aston Martin needing to deliver substantial improvements for the upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-07-17T09:13:46.000Z
Max Verstappen has spoken out about recent staff changes within Red Bull Racing, a situation attracting significant attention.
Nadia van Leeuwen - 2026-07-17T09:10:26.000Z