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• Palmowski eyes F1 Academy title ahead of Austin round

  Alisha Palmowski is poised to clinch the F1 Academy championship with a substantial points lead entering the final rounds of the season.

  Miika Rantanen·2026-09-21

• Doriane Pin targets Formula 1 race seat by 2031

  Mercedes development driver Doriane Pin aims to secure a Formula 1 race seat within five years, following her F1 Academy championship win.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-21

• Ferrari power unit deficit requires long development cycle

  Fred Vasseur details the complexities of Ferrari's engine development under 2026 regulations, citing long lead times and cost caps.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-18

• Steiner criticises Norris over Spanish GP Coca-Cola incident

  Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner deemed Lando Norris's post-Spanish Grand Prix Coca-Cola moment unprofessional.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-18

• BBC secures World Rally championship broadcast rights

  The BBC will broadcast the World Rally Championship in the UK from 2027, including live stages and highlights.

  Sanni Koskela·2026-09-18

• Rosberg questions Russell's mindset amid Antonelli dominance

  Nico Rosberg discusses George Russell's mental state as Kimi Antonelli extends his Formula 1 championship lead to 81 points.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-18

• Brundle and Rosberg debate Alonso's Aston Martin future

  Martin Brundle and Nico Rosberg disagreed again about Fernando Alonso's F1 future with Aston Martin, as his contract ends in 2026.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-18

• Taponen podium finish in Madrid F3 Feature Race

  Finnish driver Tuukka Taponen secured a third-place finish for ART Grand Prix in a chaotic Madrid F3 feature race.

  Aino Virtanen·2026-09-18

• Mercedes prioritises 2027 development following 2026 dominance

  Mercedes is already reallocating resources to its 2027 Formula 1 car, capitalizing on its substantial lead in the current 2026 season.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-17

• Pajari's WRC campaign continues despite Toyota manufacturers' title

  Finnish driver Sami Pajari aims for the World Rally Championship drivers' title after Toyota secured the manufacturers' crown.

  Aino Virtanen·2026-09-17

• Alpine appoints former Mercedes technical chief Mike Elliott

  Alpine strengthens its technical leadership by hiring ex-Mercedes F1 technical boss Mike Elliott, aiming to close the gap to front-runners.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-17

• Lappi's Hyundai future uncertain after critical Rally Chile comments

  Esapekka Lappi's recent remarks regarding Hyundai's driver selection have cast doubt on his future with the team beyond 2026.

  Sanni Koskela·2026-09-16

• FIA reportedly discusses ADUO Rule changes with Fernando Alonso

  FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has reportedly discussed ADUO regulation changes with Fernando Alonso to aid Honda power unit progress.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-16

• Brundle suggests VSC rule change after Norris incident

  Martin Brundle proposes a Virtual Safety Car rule adjustment after Lando Norris lost a potential win at the Spanish Grand Prix.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-16

• Finnish driver Bottas facing uncertain F1 future

  Valtteri Bottas, the Finnish driver for Sauber, faces a precarious future in Formula 1 for the 2027 season, with his contract status unclear.

  Aino Virtanen·2026-09-15

• Slater confirmed for Invicta F2 seat in 2027

  Audi junior Freddie Slater will join Invicta Racing for the 2027 Formula 2 season, following a strong performance in Formula 3.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-15

• Sami Pajari Seeks answers After challenging World Rally Championship event

  Finnish driver Sami Pajari's title hopes face setback after Rally Chile struggles, prompting review of performance despite previous wins.

  Aino Virtanen·2026-09-15

• Pajari reflects on Rally Chile struggles Despite title fight

  Finnish WRC driver Sami Pajari is evaluating performance after Rally Chile, where he finished fifth, losing ground to rival Elfyn Evans.

  Aino Virtanen·2026-09-15

• Russell leads Antonelli in Madrid FP1

  George Russell topped the first practice session at the new Madrid circuit for the Spanish Grand Prix, with teammate Andrea Kimi Antonelli in second place.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-11

• Russell to delay engine penalty for Mercedes ADUO upgrade

  George Russell will defer his F1 engine penalty until Mercedes introduces its ADUO power unit upgrade, expected in late October.

  Eero Lahtinen·2026-09-11

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