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Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc summoned by FIA stewards before hitting the track in Monaco

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 17:26
It's unusual for Formula 1 drivers to be summoned by the FIA stewards to explain themselves before even turning a wheel on track, but this is the fate which has befallen Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc in Monaco.
Both drivers must report to the stewards on Friday after arriving late for the official FIA press conference on Thursday. This may seem trivial but it still constitutes a breach of ...Keep reading

Bearman admits Ferrari move remains ‘my target one day’

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-06-04 17:16
While he remains focused on his work with Haas, Ollie Bearman has admitted that joining Ferrari in the future is his target.

Verstappen prepared for ‘surprises’ at Monaco GP

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-06-04 17:16
Max Verstappen has revealed his hopes for Red Bull at this weekend’s Monaco Grand Prix.

Albon gives his verdict on Vowles’ 2030 title plan

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-06-04 17:16
Alex Albon has backed James Vowles’ plan that would see Williams challenging for world titles by 2030, even if their struggles so far this season have “set us back a little bit”.

Norris proud to achieve ‘awesome’ McLaren record

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-06-04 17:16
As McLaren prepare to celebrate their 1000th race in Formula 1 at the Monaco Grand Prix, Lando Norris has reflected on his own historic achievement with the team as well as looking ahead to what might be possible this weekend.

Perez explains more after 'one of the best' in F1 comments

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-06-04 17:16
Sergio Perez has expanded on comments he made suggesting he was “one of the best” drivers in Formula 1, adding ahead of the Monaco Grand Prix that "you require the right circumstances for your talent".

Cal Crutchlow to ride through shoulder injury in “challenging” Balaton Park weekend

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 17:12
Cal Crutchlow has revealed he will “try to ride with” a shoulder problem in his second weekend back on a MotoGP bike in Hungary.
The Briton suffered a muscle tear near his left scapula following last weekend’s Italian Grand Prix, caused by excessive stress on his shoulder after three years away from active competition.
With the Balaton Park race following immediately after as part of a ...Keep reading

Title Antonelli's to lose, says team-mate Russell

Formula 1 at the BBC - Thu, 2026-06-04 16:50
George Russell says this year's world championship is Kimi Antonelli's "to lose" after the Briton's retirement from the last race in Canada.

IOB’s Raj Nair was “hoping” Kevin ‘Rocket’ Blanch would delay retirement

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 16:49
Raj Nair, IndyCar Independent Officiating Board Chairman, shared the midseason retirement by technical director Kevin ‘Rocket’ Blanch came with “mixed emotions,” while Scot Elkins, the Managing Director of Officiating (MDO), called it, “a big loss.”
That was the tone set on Thursday morning’s call with select media, including Motorsport.com, which followed roughly 30 minutes ...Keep reading

How Iker Lecuona got “surprise” call-up for Gresini MotoGP seat in Hungary

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 16:47
Iker Lecuona has admitted he was “surprised” to receive a call-up to return to MotoGP as a replacement rider for the Hungarian Grand Prix.
The Spaniard has been drafted in by Gresini for this weekend’s Balaton Park race, with the team’s star rider Alex Marquez still sidelined due to the injuries he picked up in Barcelona last month.
Ducati test rider Michele Pirro had stepped in for ...Keep reading

Marc Marquez thinks he can "forget" about Hungarian GP podium

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 16:11
Marc Marquez has played down his chances of repeating his victory at the Hungarian Grand Prix this weekend, saying he can even “forget” about the possibility of a podium.
The factory Ducati rider dominated proceedings on MotoGP’s first visit to Balaton Park in 2025, claiming pole position before sweeping both races.
But while last year’s event came during a purple patch in which he ...Keep reading

F1 presenter explains why Monaco remains the race drivers want to win the most

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 15:39
The Monaco Grand Prix has often been criticised for processional racing when it comes to Sunday's grand prix, but former Formula 1 TV presenter Will Buxton has explained exactly why the race around Monte Carlo remains the one trophy every single driver on the grid wants to clinch.
The narrow streets in the principality offer very few overtaking opportunities, but despite this, it is one of ...Keep reading

Christian Rasmussen signs multi-year contract extension with ECR

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 15:37
ECR Indy has announced that Christian Rasmussen will continue as the driver of its No. 21 Chevrolet into 2027 and beyond.
The 25-year-old Danish driver is currently taking part in his third full-time season of IndyCar racing, all with ECR. He has one victory, which came at Milwaukee last year after a dramatic fight to the front.
Since 2022, Rasmuseen is the only driver to bring ECR to the ...Keep reading

Fernando Alonso "optimistic" Aston Martin has fixed cockpit issue for Monaco GP

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 15:23
The world championship began 76 years ago, so it's rare indeed for a new reason for a car's retirement to enter the record books. But a withdrawal for back pain induced by seating position – Fernando Alonso's reason for parking his AMR26 in the garage after 23 laps of the Canadian Grand Prix two weeks ago – is more unusual than you might imagine, given the cramped confines of a Formula 1 car's ...Keep reading

Fabio Quartararo not expecting any “reaction” from Yamaha despite lack of progress

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 15:09
Fabio Quartararo has ruled out the possibility of Yamaha introducing any major updates during 2026 in “reaction” to its ongoing woes in MotoGP.
The Frenchman believes the arrival of a major regulation change next year will make it difficult for Yamaha to fix its V4-powered M1, which has proved to be the slowest bike on the grid.
Yamaha is currently last in the constructors' standings ...Keep reading

Charles Leclerc: Monaco the track to bet on Ferrari, but Mercedes still favourite

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 15:04
Charles Leclerc reckons Monaco is the perfect track for Ferrari to shine, but still thinks Mercedes holds the edge this weekend after a dominant start to Formula 1 in 2026.
The Silver Arrows has won all five grands prix this year which leaves it with a 72-point advantage over second-placed Ferrari who is a step ahead of McLaren in third.
But this weekend might be the toughest challenge yet ...Keep reading

Veteran Technical Director Kevin ‘Rocket’ Blanch retires from IndyCar, IndyCar Officiating

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 14:30
Kevin ‘Rocket’ Blanch is retiring as the technical director of IndyCar Officiating.
A longtime and respected veteran of the IndyCar Series paddock, Blanch joined IndyCar in 2003 after serving more than six seasons with Panther Racing, earning two championships in addition to 11 victories and five pole positions. During his time with the series, he oversaw the technical inspection process ...Keep reading

Francesco Bagnaia suggests Balaton Park will be dropped amid lack of safety changes

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-06-04 14:17
Francesco Bagnaia believes any fundamental changes to the Balaton Park Circuit were not possible for 2026, suggesting MotoGP is set to move to another venue in Hungary next year.
The 4.115km circuit joined the calendar last year in August, but its tight and twisty layout received largely negative reviews, with criticism focused on limited overtaking opportunities and potential safety ...Keep reading

9 times film, TV and music features racing at Monaco

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-06-04 14:15
The glitz and glamour of Monaco make it the perfect place for films, TV and music – here are some of the best that feature the Principality.

Bottas slams rumours over F1 future as ‘complete bull****’

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-06-04 14:15
Valtteri Bottas has brushed off recent speculation over his future in Formula 1, describing stories that appeared after the Canadian Grand Prix as “complete bull****”.

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