16 h. ago Toto Wolff interested in signing Max Verstappen for Mercedes

Verstappen and Russell have a rocky history after a number of on-track incidents

Politics

16 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

17 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

18 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

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19 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

20 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

21 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

22 h. ago Max Verstappen 'refused to film one scene' ahead of Brad Pitt's F1 movie

Max Verstappen reportedly refused to star in a scene in the newly released F1: The Movie despite other drivers making cameo appearances in the hugely anticipated film

Culture

23 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

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41 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

42 h. ago Max Verstappen fumes and asks 'is this a trap' in Austrian GP press conference

A tense moment in the FIA press conference before the Austrian Grand Prix weekend saw Max Verstappen voice his frustration at one particular line of questioning

Politics

45 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

66 h. ago Formula 1: How to watch the Austrian Grand Prix on TV and what to know

Here’s a guide that tells you what you need to know about Sunday’s Austrian Grand Prix

Sport

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

5 d. ago Racing driver rushed to hospital after horror crash at track Max Verstappen called 'too dangerous'

Aston Martin's Rolf Scheibner was taking part in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring when he was involved in a huge crash that left his car on its roof in the middle of the track

Events

7 d. ago Managing Mercedes as Kimi Antonelli signs plus Max Verstappen and George Russell decision made

It's not even midway through the 2025 Formula 1 season, and anticipation is already high regarding Mercedes' line-up for next year amid fresh rumours Max Verstappen could join

Politics

7 d. ago Brad Pitt in the paddock: how F1 the Movie went deep to keep fans coming

F1 and Liberty Media went to great lengths to assist filming, with star’s APX team embedded within the sportAfter the British Grand Prix last year the drivers took their places in the media zone to conduct interviews, with Formula One world champions Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen and Fernando Alonso among them. Yet it was all but impossible not to cast a glance sideways as Brad Pitt nonchalantly strolled out to face the microphones and cameras of his own, entirely staged, media scrum.None of us in the media pack openly goggled at the fact that Hollywood’s A-list had joined the sweaty throng, because Pitt was there filming what would become F1 the Movie. And we, as with everyone else, were under strict instructions to behave normally. Continue reading...

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8 d. ago Max Verstappen sparks disagreement between Nico Rosberg and Toto Wolff as theory emerges

Red Bull lodged two protests against George Russell following his win at the Canadian Grand Prix, with Nico Rosberg and Toto Wolff in disagreement over who was behind it

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8 d. ago George Russell criticised for targeting fellow driver – 'It's such an unnecessary comment'

Following his clash with Max Verstappen at the Spanish Grand Prix, Russell suggested there was only one other driver in the world who would make a similar move: Dan Ticktum

Events

8 d. ago George Russell slams Red Bull after 'waste of time' FIA decision on stripping race win

George Russell secured his first win of the season after holding off Max Verstappen in Canada, but it was overshadowed by Red Bull's protests against the Brit

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