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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


Antonelli becomes youngest pole-sitter in F1 history at Chinese GP
Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli became the youngest pole-sitter in Formula One history after securing pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix during a dramatic qualifying session in Shanghai. The nineteen-year-old delivered a stunning lap of 1:32.064 to secure pole for Sunday’s race and underline Mercedes’ strong start to the 2026 season. “It was a pretty clean session, so really happy,” Antonelli said after qualifying. “George had an issue in Q3 and it would have been cool t
Damian Hall
Mar 143 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


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


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 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


Verstappen powers to Baku victory
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen claimed victory at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, leading home Mercedes’ George Russell in second and Williams’ Carlos Sainz in third after a dramatic race in Baku.
Damian Hall
Sep 21, 20254 min read


Hamilton frustration grows in chaotic Azerbaijan qualifying
Max Verstappen came out on top in Baku, while Sir Lewis Hamilton was left to rue a strategy call that ended his session early, reports Damian Hall.
Damian Hall
Sep 20, 20253 min read


Monza Magic for Max Verstappen
Max Verstappen delivered a dominant performance at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza
Damian Hall
Sep 7, 20254 min read


McLaren's Lando Norris Triumphs at the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix
A Historic Victory for McLaren McLaren’s Lando Norris claimed victory at the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix. This win marks his fifth of the season and McLaren's 200th Formula 1 victory. Norris held off teammate Oscar Piastri, who finished in second place. Mercedes’ George Russell rounded off the podium in third after a strong battle. “I’m dead, it was tough. We weren’t really planning on a one-stop at the beginning, but after the first lap, it was kind of our only option to get b
Damian Hall
Aug 3, 20254 min read


Ferrari's Charles Leclerc takes first pole of the season ahead of McLaren pair in Hungary
FERRARI’s Charles Leclerc will start the Hungarian Grand Prix from pole position after clocking a 1:15.372 in the final stages of qualifying. The Monegasque driver secured his 27th career pole and his first of the 2025 season. He will line up ahead of McLaren pair Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, who start second and third.
Damian Hall
Aug 2, 20252 min read


McLaren’s Lando Norris Secures Pole Position at the 2025 Formula 1 Grand Prix de Monaco
Lando Norris snatches Pole with last gasp lap in Monaco
Damian Hall
May 24, 20253 min read


McLaren's Oscar Piastri claims commanding victory in Shanghai while Ferrari disqualified
McLaren's Oscar Piastri claims commanding victory in Shanghai while Ferrari disqualified
Damian Hall
Mar 24, 20254 min read


Hamilton's first win in Red
Hamilton's first win in Red
Damian Hall
Mar 22, 20254 min read


Hamilton takes sprint pole in Shanghai
Hamilton takes sprint pole in Shanghai
Damian Hall
Mar 21, 20253 min read


Norris wins rain-hit Australian GP opener as Hamilton has frustrating afternoon
Sir Lewis Hamilton - Photo by Ferrari S.p.A McLaren’s Lando Norris claimed victory in a dramatic and rain-affected 2025 Australian Grand...
Damian Hall
Mar 16, 20255 min read


Piastri Leads Final Practice as Antonelli Impresses in Melbourne
Piastri Leads Final Practice as Antonelli Impresses in Melbourne
Damian Hall
Mar 15, 20253 min read


Russell Tops Final Day of Testing: What Can We Look Forward to in 2025?
With the FORMULA 1 season now set to begin, excitement is building around several key storylines.
Damian Hall
Feb 28, 20255 min read


Data Suggests Sir Lewis Hamilton Is at Home in Ferrari
analyst Karun Chandhok studied the available data and noted that Hamilton’s braking and cornering approach were noticeably different
Damian Hall
Feb 27, 20253 min read
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