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Verstappen sets out target for Monza

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 20:54
After an early exit from his home race last time out in Zandvoort, Red Bull's Max Verstappen has given his take on what might be possible this weekend at the Italian Grand Prix.

Why Piastri wants answers to a ‘bigger question’ in Monza

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 20:54
Oscar Piastri believes he and McLaren have "got ideas on how we can make things better" ahead of this weekend's Italian Grand Prix, after the Australian has struggled for performance in recent races.

All the stories that got the Monza paddock talking

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 20:54
Lewis Hamilton was coolness personified on Thursday morning at Monza as he rocked up in his newly-acquired Ferrari F40 – and sported an epic fit to boot.

Russell reveals Mercedes’ Monza Qualifying plan

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 20:54
George Russell has revealed that Mercedes team mate Kimi Antonelli is primed to help him with a tow during Qualifying for the Italian Grand Prix, despite their respective quests for the 2026 world title.

Norris evaluates chances of victory hat-trick in Monza

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 20:54
Lando Norris has reflected on the opportunity to secure a third consecutive victory at this weekend’s Italian Grand Prix.

Riley Herbst joins Legacy Motor Club in No. 84 for 2027 NASCAR Cup season

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 20:39
Legacy Motor Club has announced plans to expand into three full-time entries for the 2027 NASCAR Cup season. Riley Herbst will drive the No. 84 Monster Energy Toyota Camry XSE, leaving 23XI Racing.
The team already has two full-time entries with the No. 42 and the No. 43. John Hunter Nemechek and Erik Jones are their current drivers, but Nemechek and the team will part ways at the conclusion of ...Keep reading

F1 races set to be shortened to 290km in 2027

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 19:32
Formula 1 grands prix are set to become shorter in 2027 as the series changes the balance between electrical and internal-combustion power.
This has been a possibility since changes to the technical formula were discussed by the stakeholders earlier this season, but at that stage it was believed only a few events would be affected.
Instead, it has been agreed that the maximum length of all ...Keep reading

F1: Chequered Flag

Formula 1 at the BBC - Thu, 2026-09-03 18:59
The team discuss Ferrari's dreams, Antonelli's charge and the fight for victory at Monza.

Denny Hamlin thinks one aspect of the Chase postseason format is 'bullsh*t'

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 18:53
Ryan Preece secured the final spot in the Chase this past weekend at Daytona in dramatic fashion. Only a win would produce enough points for Preece to jump into the top 16 in the standings and steal him a spot in the postseason, and the No. 60 ran a near-perfect race to do just that.
But Preece's triumph mean heartbreak for another driver, as Shane van Gisbergen was bumped out of the top 16 ...Keep reading

Max Verstappen reveals Red Bull response to playful "shunt" request in 100-driver karting challenge

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 18:41
Four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has revealed that he jokingly asked Red Bull for permission to "shunt" his rivals while filming for a challenge in which he took on 100 drivers at a go-karting event.
The challenge took place on a purpose-built track at Silverstone. Verstappen started at the back, behind 100 other drivers, with the aim of overtaking every competitor.
Verstappen ...Keep reading

How to watch IndyCar 2026 season finale at Laguna Seca: Weekend schedule, start time, TV

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 18:36
The 2026 IndyCar season comes to an end this weekend at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca.
Alex Palou has already clinched his fifth championship, but the battle for second is a nail-bitter with Christian Lundgaard, Kyle Kirkwood, and Pato O'Ward. 
Palou is the defending winner at Laguna Seca, and will hope to earn his seventh win of the year in the finale. Here's how to watch all the action ...Keep reading

F1 Italian GP: Friday schedule, weather forecast and how to watch

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 18:35
Formula 1 heads to Monza this weekend for the Italian GP, with Ferrari chasing home glory and Kimi Antonelli facing a difficult race in front of his own crowd.
The Mercedes driver arrives as Italy’s main home hope and with a 59-point lead over George Russell and Lewis Hamilton, but an engine change means he is set to start at the back of the grid, regardless of his qualifying result. That ...Keep reading

Kimi Antonelli hit with Mercedes revenge prank at Italian GP

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 18:15
The prank war between Kimi Antonelli and Mercedes has continued at the Italian Grand Prix.
The Brackley outfit has taken its revenge on the current championship leader, attacking Antonelli with whipped cream during media day at Monza. 
Antonelli, who celebrated his 20th birthday on 25 August, was caught off guard in the paddock when mechanics, wearing protective ponchos to avoid the ...Keep reading

Denny Hamlin explains just how hard it was driving without a rear camera at Daytona

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 18:03
Denny Hamlin's day at Daytona on Saturday got off to a rough start when just a few laps into the race his rear camera stopped working.
There was no easy fix for the issue, meaning that Hamlin had to get through the remainder of the race with drastically less information than his competitors.
"I use it mostly to see what lanes are coming, when it’s appropriate to switch lanes," Hamlin ...Keep reading

Fernando Alonso reveals emotional helmet tribute for Italian Grand Prix

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 17:43
Fernando Alonso will honour his late mentor and first manager, Adrián Campos, with a tribute helmet design at this weekend's Italian Grand Prix at Monza.
Aston Martin officially unveiled the striking new lid on social media, showing the design that steps away from the two-time champion's traditional blue and yellow theme. Instead, it features the red and yellow of the Spanish flag and is ...Keep reading

Colapinto grateful for Alpine ‘trust’ amid contract extension

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 17:42
Franco Colapinto arrives into the Italian Grand Prix weekend off the back of signing a contract extension with the Alpine team.

Leclerc targets ‘very special’ Monza weekend with new engine

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 17:42
Charles Leclerc has echoed team mate Lewis Hamilton’s optimism over an engine upgrade that Ferrari will deploy at the Autodromo Nazionale Monza – expressing his hope of delivering another “very special weekend” in front of the Tifosi.

Lawson details ‘biggest challenge’ of Red Bull switch

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 17:42
Liam Lawson will drive for Red Bull at the Italian Grand Prix, with the driver from New Zealand admitting that preparing for the weekend posed a particular challenge.

Antonelli explains approach to starting at the back in Monza

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-09-03 17:42
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli is preparing to start from further down the order at the Italian Grand Prix due to an engine penalty, but the championship leader still hopes to make the most of the opportunity.

Why Max Verstappen has "mentally accepted" a "painful" F1 weekend in Monza

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-09-03 17:34
During Formula 1’s media day in Monza, one topic dominated all conversations with the drivers: energy management. After two energy-rich circuits in Budapest and Zandvoort, this promises to be another race weekend in which the weaknesses of the current regulations will be fully exposed.
Top speeds at the Temple of Speed will be considerably lower than in previous years, with Oscar Piastri ...Keep reading

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