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From First Laps to Formula One: The Growing Influence of Sim Racing
The idea that a racing career must begin at the track is being challenged like never before.
Across motorsport, drivers are proving that the journey can start in a simulator and still lead to the highest level. What was once seen as an alternative is now becoming a foundation. Now more than ever, sim racing is opening doors for those who may never have had access to traditional pathways, with governing bodies and teams increasingly building structured routes into the sport.
Damian Hall
May 118 min read


Hadjar disqualified from Miami qualifying over technical breach, permitted to start race from back
Isack Hadjar has been disqualified from qualifying for the Miami Grand Prix after a technical infringement was identified on his car, the FIA stewards have confirmed.
Damian Hall
May 32 min read


Norris on Sprint pole in Miami as McLaren upgrades deliver
McLaren’s Lando Norris will start the Miami Sprint from pole position after setting a 1:27.869 in Sprint Qualifying, leading Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli in second and teammate Oscar Piastri in third. “A perfect result for us. A nice way to reward the team,” Norris said after securing pole. “We have a lot of new upgrades on the car. It's nice to feel some grip again and to reward the guys and the girls that have put a lot of work into this.” Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc
Damian Hall
May 12 min read


Racing Bulls turn heads with bold Miami Grand Prix ‘summer’ livery reveal
Visa Cash App Racing Bulls have unveiled a striking new “summer-sun yellow” livery ahead of this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix, bringing one of the most visually bold designs of the season to the Formula One grid.
Damian Hall
Apr 302 min read


Teen sensation Antonelli wins in Japan to take championship lead
Mercedes Kimi Antonelli won the Japanese Grand Prix after a dramatic race at Suzuka, finishing ahead of McLaren’s Oscar Piastri in second, with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc completing the podium. Ferrari’s Sir Lewis Hamilton finished sixth after a race that saw him briefly run in the podium positions following a well-timed Safety Car.
Damian Hall
Mar 293 min read


Antonelli takes pole as Verstappen exits early at Suzuka
MERCEDES rookie Kimi Antonelli will start the Japanese Grand Prix on pole position ahead of teammate George Russell, with McLaren’s Oscar Piastri third.
The Italian delivered a composed lap of 1:28.778 to secure pole for Sunday’s race, carrying the strong form he showed throughout practice into qualifying.
Damian Hall
Mar 283 min read


Hamilton secures first Ferrari podium as Antonelli claims maiden F1 victory in China
Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli won the Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit to secure the first Formula One victory of his career, leading home teammate George Russell for a Mercedes one-two finish as Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton completed the podium.
The victory also made Antonelli the first Italian driver to win a Formula One grand prix in twenty years.
Damian Hall
Mar 153 min read


Russell wins Chinese Grand Prix sprint race
Mercedes driver George Russell claimed victory in the first sprint race of the 2026 Formula One season at the Chinese Grand Prix after a dramatic nineteen lap contest in Shanghai. Russell finished the sprint ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, while Sir Lewis Hamilton completed the podium after an explosive opening stint that briefly saw the Ferrari driver take the lead. Hamilton produced one of the standout moments of the race at the start. Launching from fourth on the grid,
Damian Hall
Mar 142 min read


Hamilton has positive start despite Mercedes dominance
Mercedes driver George Russell claimed victory in the opening race of the 2026 Formula One season after a dramatic Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. Russell completed the fifty-eight lap race ahead of teammate Kimi Antonelli to secure a dominant one-two finish for Mercedes, while Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc completed the podium in third. “I’m feeling incredible,” Russell said after the race. “It was a hell of a fight at the beginning. We knew it was going to be challenging. I
Damian Hall
Mar 84 min read


Russell storms to pole in Australia while Hamilton 7th down under
Mercedes driver George Russell will start the opening race of the 2026 Formula One season from pole position after delivering a dominant qualifying performance at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. Russell produced a commanding lap of one minute 18.518 seconds to secure the first pole position of the new era of regulations, finishing ahead of Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli in second place and Red Bull Racing's Isack Hadjar in third. The result gives Mercedes a front ro
Damian Hall
Mar 74 min read


Hamilton enters 20th Formula 1 season with renewed belief and a mission beyond the track
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton says he feels “younger than ever” as he begins his twentieth season in Formula 1, insisting his ambition remains unchanged. Winning. Speaking during the FIA press conference in Melbourne on Thursday ahead of the opening round of the season, Hamilton reflected on the work completed over the winter and the motivation that continues to drive him two decades into the sport. “I think we got great mileage done in winter testing. An amazing a
Damian Hall
Mar 54 min read


The Pop-Up Hotel Returns to Silverstone After a Standout Debut
After a hugely successful debut last season, The Pop‑Up Hotel Silverstone is set to return for the 2026 Formula 1 Perelli British Grand Prix, once again offering fans a rare opportunity to stay inside the Silverstone Circuit during one of the biggest weekends in motorsport.
Damian Hall
Jan 223 min read


Lando Norris Secures Pole Position at the Las Vegas Grand Prix
A Chaotic Qualifying Session McLaren’s Lando Norris has secured pole position for the Las Vegas Grand Prix after a thrilling and chaotic qualifying session. He set a remarkable lap time of 1:47.934 in challenging wet conditions. Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen will start in second place, while Carlos Sainz Jr. from Williams rounds out the top three. Norris Reflects on the Intensity After taking pole, Norris expressed just how intense the session was. “Boy, that was stressful
Damian Hall
Nov 22, 20254 min read


Norris completes perfect weekend with São Paulo Grand Prix victory
McLaren's Lando Norris capped off a flawless weekend at Interlagos with victory in the São Paulo Grand Prix, leading home Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Red Bull's Max Verstappen, who produced a remarkable recovery drive from the pit lane to finish third.
Damian Hall
Nov 9, 20255 min read


Inside Formula 1’s Media and Technology Centre: Lenovo and F1’s Race to Redefine Broadcasting
When you think of Formula 1, the first images that come to mind are roaring engines, world-class drivers and the intense energy of race day. But behind every second of action lies a world just as fast-paced and demanding
Damian Hall
Nov 8, 20259 min read


Hamilton Scores Best Ferrari Qualifying in Mexico as Norris Takes Pole
McLaren’s Lando Norris will start the Mexico City Grand Prix from pole position after a commanding final lap secured his first pole in several races. He leads Charles Leclerc and Sir Lewis Hamilton, who delivered Ferrari’s best qualifying performance of the year, starting third for Sunday’s race at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.
Damian Hall
Oct 26, 20254 min read


Verstappen Closes Championship Gap with Win in Austin
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen took a hard-fought victory at the United States Grand Prix at the Circuit of the Americas, edging closer to McLaren’s Oscar Piastri in the championship standings. Verstappen led from start to finish, controlling the race through changing tyre strategies and managing pressure from McLaren’s Lando Norris, who finished second ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc.
Damian Hall
Oct 19, 20254 min read


Verstappen Secures Pole in Austin as Norris and Leclerc Complete Top Three
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen will start Sunday’s United States Grand Prix from pole position after delivering a composed lap of 1:32.510 at the Circuit of the Americas, beating McLaren’s Lando Norris and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc in a tight qualifying session marked by gusty conditions and fine margins.
Damian Hall
Oct 19, 20253 min read


Verstappen Wins Chaotic Austin Sprint After McLaren Collision
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen claimed victory in a chaotic Sprint race at the Circuit of the Americas, finishing ahead of Mercedes’ George Russell and Williams’ Carlos Sainz, as early contact between the McLarens of Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri brought an abrupt end to both drivers’ races.
Damian Hall
Oct 18, 20254 min read


Verstappen Holds Off McLarens to Take Sprint Pole in Austin
For the second consecutive year, Max Verstappen will start the Sprint from pole at the Circuit of the Americas, narrowly beating Lando Norris of McLaren by just 0.071s in a tense Sprint Qualifying session. The Red Bull driver posted a best lap of 1:32.143, ensuring he will lead the grid once again in Austin after dominating from pole at the same event last year.
Damian Hall
Oct 18, 20252 min read
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