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Laurent Mekies: Charles Leclerc’s penalty “felt a bit light”

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 23:44
Ferrari’s divisive opening lap at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez provided the ultimate gift to their rivals. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton's desperate wheel-to-wheel clash at Turn 4 fundamentally altered the trajectory of the Mexico City Grand Prix, but the subsequent ruling from the FIA stewards left some on the pitwall severely underwhelmed.
Watching the scarlet cars run ...Keep reading

Lando Norris blasts F1 top speed limiters: “We should easily go quicker than a motorbike”

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 23:24
Riding in the slipstream is supposed to be the ultimate offensive weapon for a Formula 1 driver. But according to Lando Norris, the current technical regulations have turned the draft into something a little less useful.
Trapped in a train throughout the Mexico City Grand Prix, the McLaren driver vented his frustrations over F1's car. He argued that the artificial ceiling, created by a cap on ...Keep reading

Our early Bet Builder picks for Brazil

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:45
Our expert betting writers have picked a four-leg Bet Builder for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, two podium finishes, a top six selection and a driver with points potential.

Where did it go wrong for Russell – and can he regroup for 2027?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:45
F1 TV lead commentator Alex Jacques dissects a season in which Russell has been comprehensively beaten to the title by a less experienced team mate – and looks at what he must do now before next year's campaign.

When could Mercedes win the 2026 Teams' Championship?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:45
Mercedes could clinch the 2026 Teams' Championship in Brazil, but what results do they need to secure the title? Here are all the points permutations.

Camara concedes ‘there is a lot to learn’ ahead of F1 debut

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:45
Rafael Camara has shared his initial thoughts on his upcoming debut for Haas at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

Rosberg opens up on Hamilton relationship after retirement

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:45
In the latest episode of official podcast F1 Beyond The Grid, Nico Rosberg reflected on his shock retirement and evolved relationship with Lewis Hamilton.

The 5 drivers most likely to qualify fastest in Brazil

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:45
We have looked at the betting markets for Qualifying at the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace and assessed the chances of the leading contenders for pole position.

Liam Lawson’s remarkable form is giving Red Bull a headache for 2027

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:24
So far in 2026, Liam Lawson has been a clear standout performer in Formula 1’s midfield.
Lawson has scored 83 points so far, nearly twice as many as second-best Pierre Gasly’s 42 – and that’s not even down to his Red Bull stint, during which he barely scored more points per race than with Racing Bulls (4.67 vs 4.31).
Yet, there’s a substantial chance Lawson loses his seat at the ...Keep reading

Hanley Motorsports announces multi-class IMSA arrival with BMW support and DXDT deal

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 18:00
Hanley Motorsports Incorporated (HMI) and DXDT Racing are combining forces to launch a multi-tier IMSA program for the 2027 season, competing under the HMI banner in both the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship and Michelin Pilot Challenge.
As a BMW-supported operation, the squad will compete across three tiers of North American GT racing: the GTD and GTD Pro categories within the premier IMSA ...Keep reading

How the F1 world reacted to Charles Leclerc becoming a father

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 17:01
Charles Leclerc has received messages of congratulations from across the Formula 1 sphere after he and his wife Alexandra announced the birth of their first child, a daughter named Bianca.
The couple shared the news in a joint Instagram post on Wednesday, with a photo of the baby's feet and the caption "Bianca 3.11.26". The announcement comes just days after the Mexico City Grand Prix, where ...Keep reading

Ryan Preece will switch to No. 6 for 2027 NASCAR Cup season

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 16:39
Ryan Preece will have a new car number next year, taking over Roush's historic No. 6 with the looming exit of Brad Keselowski. 
Preece joined RFK Racing ahead of the 2025 season, driving the No. 60 Ford. He has since earned an impressive win in the Bowman Gray Clash exhibition race, while also claiming his first-ever points paying win in the Daytona cutoff race, which vaulted him into the ...Keep reading

Toto Wolff reveals how Kimi Antonelli came to his office with title pressure “on his chest”

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 16:33
Premature celebrations are a dangerous distraction in Formula 1. Long before the lights went out for the Mexico City Grand Prix, the paddock had already mentally crowned Kimi Antonelli the 2026 World Champion.
That overwhelming influx of early praise nearly derailed the 20-year-old prodigy.
Unable to block out the noise, the Italian driver sought refuge behind closed doors. Mercedes team ...Keep reading

Five things to look out for at F1 Brazil GP

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 16:27
The 2026 Formula 1 season is now very much in its final stretch with this weekend’s Brazil Grand Prix marking the fourth-to-last round of the year.
There is only one title up for grabs as well after Kimi Antonelli clinched his maiden drivers’ crown in Mexico last weekend, following a dominant campaign for the Mercedes star.
It meant he became F1’s youngest ever world champion - ...Keep reading

John Hunter Nemechek joins Haas NASCAR O'Reilly team for 2027

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 16:19
John Hunter Nemechek has revealed his plans for the 2027 NASCAR season, returning to the O'Reilly Auto Parts Series (NOAPS) in a new deal to drive the No. 41 Haas Factory Team Chevrolet. Pye-Barker Fire & Safety  will serve as the primary sponsor.
Nemechek is set to lose his full-time Cup ride with Legacy Motor Club at the conclusion of the year after three years as the driver of the No. 42 ...Keep reading

Oliver Solberg relishing Toyota’s historic Celica WRC revival for 2027

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 16:07
Oliver Solberg reckons it is “awesome” to be part of the revival of the iconic Toyota Celica brand in the World Rally Championship - and is ready to move on from this year’s title heartbreak.
A little over a month since Solberg saw his dream to become world champion end two corners from the finish of the final stage, the Swede was named as one of three drivers that will pilot the all-new ...Keep reading

Joan Mir says Marc Marquez’s MotoGP rivals couldn’t cope with title pressure

Motorsport - Wed, 2026-11-04 15:55
Joan Mir says Marc Marquez is closing in on the 2026 MotoGP title because his title rivals cracked under the pressure he put them under.​The factory Ducati star has staged a remarkable recovery in the championship race after a slow start to the season, overcoming a 102-point deficit to reach his first match point at this week’s Qatar GP.​While the 33-year-old has shown impressive form since ...Keep reading

QUIZ: How much do you know about Brazilian F1 drivers?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 15:44
The Sao Paulo Grand Prix is coming up this weekend – so we've knocked up a quick fire quiz all about Brazilian Formula 1 drivers.

What tyres will the teams have for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 15:44
Pirelli have confirmed the tyre compounds that will be in use for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix weekend at the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace.

What is the weather forecast for the Sao Paulo GP?

Formula 1 - Wed, 2026-11-04 15:44
The weather forecast is in ahead of the Sao Paulo Grand Prix from the Autodromo Jose Carlos Pace.

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