12 h. ago Max Verstappen: George Russell threatened as Mercedes 'in talks' to add Dutch champion for 2026 season

The Dutchman does not seem to be in a rush to leave Red Bull

Events

12 h. ago Austrian Grand Prix 2025: Start time, schedule, how to watch F1 and weather forecast

McLaren team-mates and title rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri will hope to put chaos of Canada behind them at Red Bull Ring

Sport

13 h. ago Toto Wolff confirms Mercedes are again considering swoop for Max Verstappen

Verstappen understood to have Red Bull exit options Lando Norris fastest in second practice for AustriaToto Wolff has confirmed Mercedes are once more considering a move to tempt the four-time world champion Max Verstappen, with a place potentially available at Mercedes from next season as current driver George Russell has yet to have his contract renewed for 2026.Russell had revealed on Thursday that Mercedes were interested in Verstappen stating: “It’s only normal that conversations with the likes of Verstappen are ongoing.” Wolff was then faced with a barrage of questions on the subject when the Mercedes team principal addressed the press at the Austrian Grand Prix and ultimately acknowledged that the team were indeed investigating options with Verstappen and suggested that talks were taking place. Continue reading...

Economics

13 h. ago Lando Norris puts Canada crash behind him to set practice pace in Austria

Norris’ world championship bid was dealt a significant blow in Montreal a fortnight ago.

Events

14 h. ago Toto Wolff picks between George Russell and Max Verstappen amid Mercedes talks with latter

Max Verstappen remains firmly on Toto Wolff's radar with Mercedes continuing to speak with the four-time Formula 1 champion and George Russell out of contract this year

Politics

15 h. ago George Russell left Lewis Hamilton looking 'immature' after 'not easy to work with' claim

George Russell is now the leading man at Mercedes and has been in inspired form this season, but even the 27-year-old British driver himself admits that he's not the easiest to work with

Politics

15 h. ago George Russell says Max Verstappen is talking to Mercedes in bombshell 2026 move

George Russell has confirmed that Mercedes are in talks with Max Verstappen over potentially taking his seat for the 2026 season as he dropped a bombshell on the four-time world champion's future

Events

15 h. ago George Russell is right and wrong about Mercedes future as Max Verstappen talks continue

Out of contract at the end of the year, George Russell remains confident he will secure a new Mercedes deal despite admitting the team continues to speak with Max Verstappen

Politics

17 h. ago George Russell tops charts in first practice for Austrian Grand Prix

Russell took his first win of the season last time out in Canada.

Sport

17 h. ago George Russell and Max Verstappen F1 swap would be unthinkable – but Mercedes man deserves clarity

Russell’s excellent displays so far this season have not triggered pen-to-paper – could he move to Red Bull?

Politics

19 h. ago New rule change that will affect every UK household with a driveway

It has now come into force

Politics

19 h. ago Max Verstappen loses key F1 ally at Austrian GP for first time in Red Bull career

Max Verstappen is used to having race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase always in his corner on a Grand Prix weekend, but will have to make do without his long-time ally in Austria

Politics

20 h. ago New driveway rule change affecting all homes in England has already begun

The Department for Transport has announced a change to planning policy in England, which will make it easier to install electric vehicle chargepoints at home

Politics

20 h. ago Ryanair's £91million baggage fines 'frozen' as major rule set for change

In a major boost for the budget airline, Ryanair has been let off paying a €107million (£91million) fine slapped on it last year by the Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs

Economics

35 h. ago George Russell wants F1 rule change after 'not necessary' Red Bull act

Red Bull protested George Russell's victory at the Canadian Grand Prix two weeks ago and now the Mercedes driver is advocating for an increased fee to lodge such complaints

Politics

37 h. ago Max Verstappen says ‘there’s always a spot available’ for Sebastian Vettel at Red Bull

Max Verstappen has welcomed the prospect of fellow four-time Formula One champion Sebastian Vettel returning to Red Bull, particularly in a senior capacity, following suggestions the German could succeed veteran consultant Helmut Marko.

Politics

41 h. ago Max Verstappen refused to film F1 movie scene with Brad Pitt as he explains double snub

F1: The Movie is out now in cinemas but without a scene including Brad Pitt and Max Verstappen, which the Red Bull Formula 1 star reportedly refused to take part in

Culture

67 h. ago Christian Horner 'regrets' sacking Red Bull driver as problems mount for F1 giants

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner made the decision to sack the experienced Sergio Perez and has struggled to get performances out of his replacements this season

Politics

3 d. ago The home buyers who could benefit from possible mortgage rule changes

The UK’s financial watchdog has initiated a "public conversation" into the future of the mortgage market, potentially easing access for first-time buyers, the self-employed, and those borrowing into retirement.

Economics

3 d. ago Max Verstappen names six F1 tracks which must stay on calendar

The Red Bull F1 driver is known to like historic, old-school circuits and has revealed his favourites

Politics