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Hamilton: Mercedes need entire F1 season to close gap on Red Bull
Formula One

Hamilton: Mercedes need entire F1 season to close gap on Red Bull

March 30, 2023
Lewis Hamilton believes Mercedes will require the rest of the Formula One campaign to get into a position where they can challenge early pacesetters Red Bull. Red Bull have started…
'It was like I was missing a lung' – Verstappen reveals sapping illness hit Saudi hopes as champion eyes F1 break
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'It was like I was missing a lung' – Verstappen reveals sapping illness hit Saudi hopes as champion eyes F1 break

March 30, 2023
Max Verstappen is relieved there is a break in the Formula One calendar coming up as the drivers' champion battles back from an illness that left him feeling as thought…
Russell refutes suggestion he got lucky in Saudi Arabia as Hamilton aims to clarify Jeddah comments
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Russell refutes suggestion he got lucky in Saudi Arabia as Hamilton aims to clarify Jeddah comments

March 30, 2023
George Russell has refuted Lewis Hamilton's suggestion his result at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix was down to luck – and Hamilton has now explained his comments. Russell finished fourth …
Perez: Red Bull support my title challenge to Verstappen
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Perez: Red Bull support my title challenge to Verstappen

March 30, 2023
Sergio Perez is adamant Red Bull will not steer him away from a battle with Max Verstappen for the Formula One title. Red Bull have dominated the opening two rounds…
Hamilton needs support to fill Vettel void in F1 human rights stand, says ex-Mercedes man Bishop
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Hamilton needs support to fill Vettel void in F1 human rights stand, says ex-Mercedes man Bishop

March 29, 2023
Lewis Hamilton needs support from his fellow Formula 1 drivers to fill the gap left behind by Sebastian Vettel in championing human rights issues, says former McLaren head of communications…
Melbourne will see 'different' Verstappen as Mercedes hope for progress
Formula One

Melbourne will see 'different' Verstappen as Mercedes hope for progress

March 29, 2023
The Formula One grid will see a "different" Max Verstappen at the Australian Grand Prix, according to Helmut Marko. Those are foreboding words for the two-time defending world champion's rivals,…
Piquet punished for racist and homophobic slurs aimed at Hamilton as Brazilian lands £780,000 court fine
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Piquet punished for racist and homophobic slurs aimed at Hamilton as Brazilian lands £780,000 court fine

March 25, 2023
Brazilian motor racing great Nelson Piquet has been fined around £780,000 for making racist and homophobic comments about seven-time Formula One drivers' champion Lewis Hamilton. A judge in Brasilia imposed…
Wolff: Mercedes missing Lauda's influence in ongoing struggles
Formula One

Wolff: Mercedes missing Lauda's influence in ongoing struggles

March 24, 2023
Mercedes are missing the influence of Niki Lauda amid their ongoing struggles, team principal Toto Wolff said. Three-time champion Lauda held a non-executive chairman role with Mercedes until his death…
Horner rules out Red Bull move for Hamilton amid Mercedes woes
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Horner rules out Red Bull move for Hamilton amid Mercedes woes

March 23, 2023
Christian Horner has ruled out Red Bull making a move to snatch Lewis Hamilton from rivals Mercedes at the end of the season. The seven-time Formula One champion looks set…
Alonso's 100th podium finish reinstated as Aston Martin win Saudi Arabia appeal
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Alonso's 100th podium finish reinstated as Aston Martin win Saudi Arabia appeal

March 19, 2023
Fernando Alonso's 100th podium finish in Formula One has been reinstated after Aston Martin appealed a decision to hand him a 10-second penalty at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. Alonso…
Hamilton sees Mercedes progress in Saudi Arabia but Wolff still determined to challenge for wins
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Hamilton sees Mercedes progress in Saudi Arabia but Wolff still determined to challenge for wins

March 19, 2023
Lewis Hamilton feels Mercedes have shown progress after the Saudi Arabia Grand Prix but Toto Wolff is still determined to see the team challenge for victory. The Briton finished fifth…
Verstappen revels in Jeddah recovery as Red Bull boss Horner hails Perez's best race
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Verstappen revels in Jeddah recovery as Red Bull boss Horner hails Perez's best race

March 19, 2023
Max Verstappen revelled in his impressive recovery at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix while Christian Horner lavished Sergio Perez's "best ever race". Perez claimed a fifth race win of his…
'I don't care' claims Alonso after penalty snatches away 100th podium
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'I don't care' claims Alonso after penalty snatches away 100th podium

March 19, 2023
Fernando Alonso hit out at the FIA after he was denied a 100th podium of his Formula One career due to a time penalty. Alonso finished third in the Saudi…
Verstappen charges from 15th to second to seal Red Bull one-two in Saudi Arabia
Formula One

Verstappen charges from 15th to second to seal Red Bull one-two in Saudi Arabia

March 19, 2023
Sergio Perez claimed glory in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix as Max Verstappen charged through the field to maintain his lead in the Formula One championship. Polesitter Perez initially fell…
Thoughts of victory far from Alonso's mind despite front-row start
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Thoughts of victory far from Alonso's mind despite front-row start

March 18, 2023
Fernando Alonso will occupy the front row of the grid for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix but is not harbouring dreams of a first victory since the 2013 Spanish Grand…
Verstappen knocked out of Saudi Arabia qualifying with mechanical issue
Formula One

Verstappen knocked out of Saudi Arabia qualifying with mechanical issue

March 18, 2023
Max Verstappen's early dominance of the Formula One season was interrupted as he was knocked out of qualifying for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix with a mechanical issue. The reigning…
Mercedes can have 'no complaints' on Hamilton exit if struggles continue - Wolff
Formula One

Mercedes can have 'no complaints' on Hamilton exit if struggles continue - Wolff

March 17, 2023
Toto Wolff conceded Mercedes can have "no complaints" if the team fails to improve and Lewis Hamilton seeks an exit. The seven-time world champion was unable to compete with Max…
Perez takes new power unit ahead of Saudi Arabian Grand Prix
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Perez takes new power unit ahead of Saudi Arabian Grand Prix

March 17, 2023
Sergio Perez has taken new power unit components ahead of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. The Red Bull driver has taken a new energy store (ES) and control electronics (CE)…
Verstappen to arrive late for Saudi Arabian Grand Prix due to illness
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Verstappen to arrive late for Saudi Arabian Grand Prix due to illness

March 16, 2023
Max Verstappen will arrive late to Saudi Arabia due to illness and missed pre-weekend media duties on Thursday. The back-to-back Formula One world champion took to social media to confirm…
Hamilton has no plans to leave but says Mercedes need 'bold decisions'
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Hamilton has no plans to leave but says Mercedes need 'bold decisions'

March 16, 2023
Lewis Hamilton has no desire to leave Mercedes but urged the team to make "bold decisions" to close the gap upon their Formula One rivals. Having won the Constructors' Championship…
Hamilton wants Mercedes engineers to 'own up' ahead of Saudi Arabian GP
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Hamilton wants Mercedes engineers to 'own up' ahead of Saudi Arabian GP

March 08, 2023
Lewis Hamilton urged Mercedes engineers to "own up" for their performance issues after a slow start to the season. The seven-time world champion finished fifth in the opening race of…
Verstappen backs Alonso to end long wait for an F1 win this season
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Verstappen backs Alonso to end long wait for an F1 win this season

March 07, 2023
Max Verstappen believes Fernando Alonso can end his decade-long wait for a Formula One win this season after an encouraging start for Aston Martin. The Spaniard finished third in his…
Wolff: Mercedes need 'radical' changes after 'one of the worst days in racing'
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Wolff: Mercedes need 'radical' changes after 'one of the worst days in racing'

March 06, 2023
Toto Wolff believes Mercedes need to make "radical" changes after suffering "one of the worst days in racing" at the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. Red Bull dominated in Sakhir on…
Russell claims Red Bull 'should win every single race this year' after Bahrain dominance
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Russell claims Red Bull 'should win every single race this year' after Bahrain dominance

March 06, 2023
George Russell says Red Bull have got this year's Formula One championship "sewn up" and declared "they should win every single this year" after dominating the season opener in Bahrain.…
Hamilton calls for Mercedes upgrades as Wolff finds encouragement in Aston Martin display
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Hamilton calls for Mercedes upgrades as Wolff finds encouragement in Aston Martin display

March 05, 2023
Lewis Hamilton called for Mercedes to implement upgrades as soon as possible after a disappointing opening race at the Bahrain Grand Prix. The seven-time world champion was well off the…
Red Bull on 'another planet' with Leclerc unsure of retirement cause
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Red Bull on 'another planet' with Leclerc unsure of retirement cause

March 05, 2023
Charles Leclerc believes Red Bull are on "another planet" to their Formula One rivals after they dominated the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. Max Verstappen's title defence got off to a…
Verstappen happy to break Bahrain hoodoo as Perez promises close title race for Red Bull
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Verstappen happy to break Bahrain hoodoo as Perez promises close title race for Red Bull

March 05, 2023
Max Verstappen was delighted to break his Bahrain Grand Prix hoodoo, but Red Bull team-mate Sergio Perez is promising a tight Formula One title race in 2023. The reigning world…
Verstappen leads Red Bull Bahrain Grand Prix one-two, Leclerc forced to retire
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Verstappen leads Red Bull Bahrain Grand Prix one-two, Leclerc forced to retire

March 05, 2023
Max Verstappen started the defence of his Formula One title with a comfortable victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix. The two-time world champion was in front from the start and…
Ferrari make power unit change for Leclerc ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix
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Ferrari make power unit change for Leclerc ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix

March 05, 2023
Charles Leclerc has taken a new power unit component ahead of the Formula One season opener in Bahrain. The Ferrari driver, who starts third on the grid behind the Red…
Wolff admits defeat with Mercedes set to alter car design
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Wolff admits defeat with Mercedes set to alter car design

March 05, 2023
Toto Wolff conceded Mercedes must change their car design in order to return to the top of Formula One. Mercedes endured a dismal 2022 season, with Lewis Hamilton suffering the…
Verstappen in familiar commanding position in Bahrain despite closer chasing pack
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Verstappen in familiar commanding position in Bahrain despite closer chasing pack

March 04, 2023
After a close-season of significant change, the starting grid for the Bahrain Grand Prix has a familiar look with Max Verstappen starting the new campaign on pole ahead of Red…
Mercedes chief Wolff will do 'everything that is needed' to see Hamilton win eighth world title
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Mercedes chief Wolff will do 'everything that is needed' to see Hamilton win eighth world title

March 04, 2023
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff will do anything it takes to see Lewis Hamilton win his record-breaking eighth world title. Wolff would go as far as pushing Hamilton "around the track"…
Verstappen surprised by Bahrain pole as Hamilton says 'we can definitely close the gap'
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Verstappen surprised by Bahrain pole as Hamilton says 'we can definitely close the gap'

March 04, 2023
Formula One world champion Max Verstappen surprised himself by claiming pole position in qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix. Verstappen, on the hunt for a third straight world title, will…
Alonso matches Red Bull pace as Mercedes make slow start in Bahrain practice
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Alonso matches Red Bull pace as Mercedes make slow start in Bahrain practice

March 03, 2023
Fernando Alonso provided an unlikely threat to Max Verstappen and Red Bull in practice ahead of the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. Verstappen and Red Bull will be expected to take…
F1 is back: Verstappen and Red Bull could dominate again with Ferrari on the back foot
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F1 is back: Verstappen and Red Bull could dominate again with Ferrari on the back foot

March 03, 2023
A new Formula One season is upon us and the 2023 campaign will be the longest in the history of the elite motorsport class. The number of races is rising…
Leclerc confident of Ferrari title challenge despite Red Bull admission
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Leclerc confident of Ferrari title challenge despite Red Bull admission

March 02, 2023
Charles Leclerc is confident Ferrari can compete with Red Bull for both titles in the new Formula One season. Ferrari failed to capitalise on their strengths last year and compete…
Hamilton denies retirement suggestion ahead of F1 season opener
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Hamilton denies retirement suggestion ahead of F1 season opener

March 02, 2023
Lewis Hamilton rebuffed suggestions the 2023 season will be his final year in Formula One and is adamant he will be at Mercedes next season. The seven-time champion is in…
Stroll gets Bahrain Grand Prix green light from Aston Martin after wrist surgery
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Stroll gets Bahrain Grand Prix green light from Aston Martin after wrist surgery

March 02, 2023
Lance Stroll has been passed fit to race at this weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix after recovering from a wrist injury that threatened to derail Aston Martin's plans for the season…
Rivals hope for another slow Red Bull start as F1 season begins in Bahrain
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Rivals hope for another slow Red Bull start as F1 season begins in Bahrain

March 01, 2023
Formula One returns this weekend with Red Bull clearly the team to beat after a dominant 2022 season. Max Verstappen won his second straight drivers' championship but in far more…
Red Bull rule out sale of AlphaTauri
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Red Bull rule out sale of AlphaTauri

March 01, 2023
Red Bull will not be selling its second Formula One team AlphaTauri, team principal Franz Tost confirmed. Reports Germany over the weekend suggested Red Bull's senior management was considering the…
Aston Martin scotch prospect of shock Vettel return as Drugovich confirmed as standby driver
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Aston Martin scotch prospect of shock Vettel return as Drugovich confirmed as standby driver

February 26, 2023
Aston Martin closed the door on a Sebastian Vettel comeback by revealing Felipe Drugovich is the driver they have put on standby for the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. Formula 2…
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