What is a formation lap in F1? Exploring how drivers prepare before the race begins
The formation lap isn’t part of an F1 race. But it is one of the most important procedures in a Grand Prix weekend. Occurring just before lights out, this single lap serves as the final preparation for teams and drivers before the action begins. So…
Red Bull senior figure still hopeful of winning championship despite Christian Horner’s sacking
Red Bull Racing team advisor Dr Helmut Marko is still hopeful of winning the Drivers’ Championship in the 2025 F1 season despite Christian Horner’s absence from the team. The latter parted ways unexpectedly earlier this month after serving as…
F1 drivers who own the most expensive cars outside racing
F1 drivers drive cars worth millions of dollars on track. But they are usually car fanatics even off it. The majority of them also own very expensive machines as their toys. From legendary supercars to modern beasts, let’s discover the most…
Days after getting booted from Red Bull, Bernie Ecclestone slams “idiot” Christian Horner for his sexting scandal
F1 Supremo Bernie Ecclestone criticized former Red Bull Racing team principal Christian Horner for the allegations against him last year. Horner recently split ways with the team after serving his role for the past two decades. Despite his achievements…
Cadillac F1 confirms Mick Schumacher as candidate for the 11th seat in 2026
Cadillac F1 team principal Graeme Lowdon revealed that Mick Schumacher, former Formula 1 driver for Haas, was in conversation with the team during the Grand Prix weekend at Silverstone earlier last week. He has been rumored to be one of the picks for the…
What is Kimi Antonelli’s Mercedes F1 contract status and future plan?
Kimi Antonelli signed with Mercedes in 2025 to replace the outgoing Lewis Hamilton. Toto Wolff put a lot of trust in the teenage protege. Up until now, Antonelli has also done relatively well in his rookie F1 season. Naturally, questions around his…
“I don’t make the rules”: Max Verstappen reacts to Oscar Piastri’s “very extreme” penalty at F1 British GP
Max Verstappen dropped his reaction to Oscar Piastri’s “very extreme” penalty during the 2025 F1 British Grand Prix. The Australian driver was awarded a 10-second time penalty and an additional 2 penalty points on his FIA license. This…
Luxury watches F1 drivers are often spotted wearing
Fashion has become a large part of F1 in 2025. Drivers’ walks in the Paddock are no less than a fashion show, and they dress up with all kinds of accessories to highlight their attire. A large attraction of these is their wristwatches. Time is of…
Dirty air in F1 explained: Why its every F1 driver’s worst enemy in traffic
Good aerodynamics is the key to achieving peak performance in F1. With all engines delivering strong power in recent seasons, teams are forced to work on their cars’ aero properties to keep them faster than their challengers on the track. These…
How Toto Wolff built Mercedes into a Formula 1 powerhouse
Toto Wolff arrived at Mercedes in January 2013. This marked the start of one of the most dominant dynasties in F1 history. Over the next decade, he helped transform the Brackley-based outfit into a championship-winning machine, combining ruthless…