Williams announced that Jamie Chadwick completed a Testing of Previous Cars session in the FW47 at Portimão, Portugal, covering 32 laps. She became the second woman to drive a Williams F1 car, following Susie Wolff in 20…
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This week in Formula 1 · updated Mon Sep 21 2026
This week in Formula 1, the new Madring circuit near Madrid dominated discussion after its inaugural Spanish Grand Prix. Drivers criticized its layout for lacking overtaking opportunities, with Lando Norris suggesting specific changes and Nico Hülkenberg calling it intense and ultra-fast. Organisers have responded by telling the FIA they are prepared to adjust the layout for next year. Separately, F1 unveiled its 24-race 2027 calendar, which includes returns to Portugal and Turkey and expands the Sprint format to ten weekends, with Monaco hosting its first Sprint. Off-track, Max Verstappen completed a promotional karting challenge at Silverstone, overtaking 100 amateur racers within 14 laps.
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Jamie Chadwick Becomes Second Woman to Test a Williams F1 Car
Cadillac F1 Bolsters Technical Team with Three Senior Hires
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Russell tops Baku practice as Antonelli hits trouble
George Russell set the fastest lap in first practice for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, outpacing Max Verstappen by 0.4 seconds. Championship leader Kimi Antonelli finished fifth but stopped on track with a hydraulic leak, m…
Leclerc says Ferrari's intense scrutiny is overblown ahead of Azerbaijan GP
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Antonelli credits mindset shift for F1 title charge
Kimi Antonelli says he felt transformed from the first time he drove Mercedes' 2026 car, citing a calmer and more mature mental approach. He leads the drivers' championship by 81 points after 14 races. Antonelli admits h…
Red Bull confirms Hadjar for 2027 alongside Verstappen
Isack Hadjar will remain at Red Bull for the 2027 Formula 1 season, having impressed in his first year with the team. The 21-year-old has been closer to Max Verstappen's pace than any team-mate since Daniel Ricciardo, wi…
Hadjar set for Azerbaijan GP comeback after wrist injury
Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar will return to action at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after missing the previous three races due to a wrist injury. The team confirmed his availability for the upcoming event. Hadjar's comeback …
BBC announces coverage plans for Azerbaijan Grand Prix
The Azerbaijan Grand Prix, round 15 of the 2026 Formula 1 season, takes place in Baku from 24-26 September. Kimi Antonelli leads the championship after winning the Spanish Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen second. BBC will…
Verstappen overtakes 100 amateur karters in Silverstone challenge
Max Verstappen took part in a go-kart challenge at Silverstone, starting from the back of a 100-strong field of amateur racers. He managed to overtake all of them within 14 laps, demonstrating his racing skill. The event…
Verstappen breezes past 100 amateur racers in Silverstone karting challenge
Max Verstappen overtook 100 amateur karters in an exhibition race at Silverstone in just 14 laps. The four-time F1 champion completed the challenge with time to spare, passing the final driver with 40 minutes left. The e…
Formula 1 Unveils 24-Race 2027 Calendar with Expanded Sprint Format
The 2027 F1 season will feature 24 Grands Prix across five continents, including returns to Portugal and Turkey. The calendar adds five new Sprint venues, bringing the total to ten Sprint weekends, with Monaco hosting it…
F1 Q&A: Madring circuit design criticized after Spanish GP
The new Madring circuit near Madrid has been heavily criticized by drivers for lacking overtaking opportunities. The track's layout, including a lack of long straights and a very long pit lane, contributed to a processio…
Spanish GP organisers to adjust Madring layout after driver complaints
Drivers criticised the lack of overtaking opportunities at the new Madrid circuit during its inaugural race. Organisers have told Formula 1 and the FIA they are prepared to make changes for next year. Team bosses praised…
Drivers Offer Mixed Verdicts on New Madrid Street Circuit
Formula 1 drivers shared their impressions of the Madring circuit after the Spanish Grand Prix, with Nico Hülkenberg describing it as intense and ultra-fast. Lando Norris criticized specific corners and suggested changes…
Norris's VSC Misfortune Costs Him Spanish GP Win
Lando Norris led the Spanish Grand Prix but lost the advantage when a Virtual Safety Car period ended just before his pit stop, causing him to fall to sixth. He recovered to finish third, while Kimi Antonelli won and ext…
Tsolov Remains Candidate for Racing Bulls' 2027 F1 Seat
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Russell tops first practice at new Madrid circuit, warns of unforgiving walls
George Russell set the fastest time in opening practice for the Spanish Grand Prix on the new Madrid street circuit. He described the track as having less margin for error than Monaco, citing high-speed corners and walls…
Ferrari Pair Move Past Monza Collision After Face-to-Face Talks
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc have resolved their disagreement following a collision at the Italian Grand Prix. The Ferrari teammates held a private meeting and both say they have moved on. Leclerc admitted he made …
Ukraine's Motorsport Body Pressures FIA to Punish Russia Over Occupied Territories
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Verstappen Opens Up on Red Bull Contract, Car Struggles, and Future in Exclusive Interview
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Madrid's New F1 Circuit Promises High-Octane Spanish Grand Prix
Formula 1 heads to a new street circuit in Madrid for the Spanish Grand Prix, with drivers who have tested it describing the experience as incredible and adrenaline-fueled. The race follows Kimi Antonelli's comeback win …
Gasly Surprises Field to Claim Monza Pole
Pierre Gasly secured pole position for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, edging out George Russell in a dramatic qualifying session. Practice had suggested Charles Leclerc and Russell would lead the fight, but Gasly's lat…
Antonelli charges from 19th to win Italian Grand Prix, closing in on title
Kimi Antonelli won the Italian Grand Prix at Monza after starting 19th on the grid, taking the lead with three laps remaining. He passed teammate George Russell to become the first Italian winner at Monza in 60 years. Th…