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Martin Brundle says Miami GP tweaks could “relaunch” 2026 F1 season

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 23:01
Sky Sports Formula 1 analyst Martin Brundle has backed the regulation refinements that have been introduced for the upcoming Miami Grand Prix, claiming that the tweaks will improve the racing, but more changes will likely be needed in the future.
With the changes coming after just three rounds of the season and after a five-week break in April, Brundle argued that the alterations could somewhat ...Keep reading

Colton Herta "super excited" for Cadillac FP1 debut as F1 dream edges closer

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 22:10
Colton Herta has shared his excitement for his upcoming outing in a Formula 1 practice session with Cadillac. 
The American team recently confirmed its free practice programme for the 26-year-old, who will take part in four FP1 sessions, starting with Barcelona.
Herta signed with Cadillac as its test driver for 2026 alongside a move to Formula 2 as he works towards his goal of racing in ...Keep reading

5 drivers most likely to win the Miami Grand Prix

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-04-28 20:51
We look at the betting markets to see who bookmakers are backing to win in Miami.

Rookies take on Indianapolis in open test, Newgarden leads first veteran session

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 20:47
The official pre-race test in preparation for the 110th Indianapolis 500, is taking place this week at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The open test on the 2.5-mile oval in Indianapolis, in which all 33 drivers entered for the Indy 500 (May 24) will participate, is scheduled for two days (Tuesday and Wednesday).
An important part of this two-day test is the so-called "Rookie Orientation ...Keep reading

Thomas Preining explains “huge disappointment” after difficult DTM Sunday

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 19:00
Thomas Preining endured a frustrating turnaround at the DTM opener in Spielberg, describing his Sunday performance as a “huge disappointment” after winning the opening race just a day earlier.
The Manthey Racing Porsche driver followed up his Saturday victory with only 14th on the grid and 13th in the race, unable to replicate his earlier pace.
“On the one hand it’s incredibly close ...Keep reading

Telitz sees similarities, rapid growth in co-driver Pedersen’s transition to GT racing

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 18:25
Vasser Sullivan Racing’s newfound partnership of longstanding veteran Aaron Telitz and newest co-driver Benjamin Pedersen is already off to winning ways after just three rounds.
The duo, driving the #12 Lexus RC F GT3, delivered a GTD class victory in IMSA’s round earlier this month at the Grand Prix of Long Beach. It not only stood at Telitz’s sixth victory and first since 2023 (Watkins ...Keep reading

How Apple TV deal helps F1 tap into US sports culture

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 17:45
Formula 1's Apple TV deal is just the beginning of a long-term aim to become part of US sports culture, says F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali, as he evaluates replicating the deal in other territories and mulls over the prospect of competing with the country's biggest stick and ball sports.
F1's landmark five-year deal with the US tech giant which started this season, understood to be worth north of ...Keep reading

Cadillac unveil special Miami livery for first home race

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-04-28 17:43
Ahead of the season resumption in Miami, Cadillac have showcased a special livery that will adorn their car for the upcoming race weekend.

‘We have to think big’ – Andretti on Cadillac’s F1 journey

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-04-28 17:43
1978 F1 World Champion Mario Andretti discusses how Cadillac are getting on as they get set for their first home outing in Miami.

Why Lamborghini Temerario GT3's DTM debut was nothing short of a disaster

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 17:02
Lamborghini's new Temerario GT3 endured a nightmare start to life in last weekend's DTM season-opener at the Red Bull Ring.
Its results in the Austrian double header raised serious concerns about the car’s competitiveness and the structure behind the programme. The scale of the problem is such that responsibility within the organisation appears unclear, a factor widely seen as contributing to ...Keep reading

How to watch F1® on Apple TV for the Formula 1® Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix 2026

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 17:00
 
The Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix 2026 is set to be a key race on this year's calendar, and watching the full weekend will be crucial for fans. Why? F1 teams have been able to upgrade their cars during the break and will need to adjust to revised rules effective from Miami onward.
From practice through qualifying to the race itself, each session will help to reveal this next ...Keep reading

Red Bull: Gianpiero Lambiase's McLaren move is a "once in a lifetime" opportunity

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 15:52
Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies has reacted to the “once in a lifetime” opportunity for Gianpiero Lambiase to join McLaren for the 2028 Formula 1 season.
Lambiase is set to become the chief racing officer at the reigning championship-winning outfit, where he will support team principal Andrea Stella in a trackside role.
It will therefore mark an end to his time at Red Bull, having been with ...Keep reading

Cadillac F1 team reveals special Miami GP livery

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 15:29
The Cadillac Formula 1 team has revealed a special livery for this weekend’s Miami Grand Prix – its first race event on home soil.
Cadillac is making its world championship debut this year, with a highest finish of 13th over the opening three rounds – Valtteri Bottas achieved that result in China.
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The 28kg problem that gives Williams hope for a one-second gain in F1 2026

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 14:56
After finishing fifth in the 2025 constructors’ championship, Williams has scored just two points so far in 2026, despite its Mercedes power unit – certainly the best on the grid amid Formula 1’s technical overhaul.
The FW48’s gestation was very difficult, with four failed crash tests and a very late chassis homologation by the FIA, to the extent that the Grove-based missed the ...Keep reading

The state of play at Ferrari

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-04-28 14:42
Ferrari have started their 2026 campaign in fine style, with three podiums from the first three races. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have both led at times too, as the Scuderia attempt to take on the might of Mercedes with their fast-starting SF-26.

F1 Clash updated for 2026 with new features

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-04-28 14:42
F1 Clash has rolled out its 2026 update, featuring new car models, upgraded visuals, and an Overtake Mode system.

Miami Grand Prix betting guide and latest odds

Formula 1 - Tue, 2026-04-28 14:42
For the fifth time in F1 history, teams head to Miami this weekend and we’ve compiled our handy betting guide to help you prepare your bets.

Marc Marquez pinpoints key weakness after Jerez MotoGP test

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 14:24
Marc Marquez said he spent much of the Jerez test working to improve his feeling with the Ducati’s front end, which he has identified as his main weakness so far in the 2026 MotoGP season.
The reigning world champion evaluated a new front fairing and swingarm on Monday, as Ducati brought a raft of updates to the post-Spanish GP test to take on chief rival Aprilia.
The Spaniard finished ...Keep reading

Zak Brown: "Foolish" to discount Red Bull despite poor start to F1 2026

Motorsport - Tue, 2026-04-28 13:32
McLaren boss Zak Brown reckons it would be “very foolish” to discount Red Bull after a poor start to the 2026 Formula 1 campaign because the competitive order will only converge.
The Austrian outfit has slipped into the midfield this year as it is sixth after three rounds with only 16 points, causing Max Verstappen, who is yet to score a podium, to be incredibly frustrated.
This comes at ...Keep reading

'Verstappen future not affected by Lambiase's departure'

Formula 1 at the BBC - Tue, 2026-04-28 12:26
Max Verstappen's decision on his future will not be affected by the impending departure of Gianpiero Lambiase, says the Red Bull team boss.

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