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January 13, 2026

Pierre Gasly's Red Bull demotion: why a career low became a blessing in disguise

Pierre Gasly reveals the emotional truth behind his 2019 Red Bull demotion, explaining why losing his dream seat ultimately sparked his rise to F1 glory at Monza.

January 13, 2026

Alpine finally pulls the plug on Doohan: the end of a dream that never took flight

Jack Doohan's Alpine tenure officially ends as the Australian academy graduate pursues a fresh start in Super Formula, closing the chapter on a disappointing F1 experiment.

January 13, 2026

F1 under fire as closed-door Barcelona testing squanders fan engagement opportunity

Former F1 manager Peter Windsor slams the decision to hold private 2026 pre-season testing in Barcelona, calling it a "pathetic" missed opportunity for fan engagement.

January 12, 2026

Romain Grosjean's emotional reunion with the helmet that saved his life

Romain Grosjean reunites with his iconic F1 helmet five years after his horrific 2020 Bahrain crash. Discover how safety innovations and engineering excellence saved the French-Swiss driver's life.

January 12, 2026

Lando Norris reveals mental battle behind historic Abu Dhabi championship win

F1 Champion Lando Norris opens up about his psychological fears during the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix finale, worrying about car reliability as he clinched his maiden World Championship title.

January 12, 2026

Toyota's expanded 2026 Haas partnership: rebranding, development, and long-term vision

Toyota becomes title sponsor of Haas F1 in 2026, rebranding as TGR Haas F1 Team. Explore the expanded partnership's focus on driver development, technical resources, and competitive growth.

January 12, 2026

Max Verstappen deepens involvement in Red Bull's 2026 engine project

Ford's Mark Rushbrook reveals how Max Verstappen is actively shaping Red Bull's groundbreaking in-house F1 engine project. Learn about his facility visits and role in the pivotal 2026 season ahead.

January 11, 2026

Alpine's phoenix from the ashes: how 2025's lessons could transform 2026 with Mercedes power

Alpine finished last in 2025 but learned crucial operational lessons. Discover how the team's strategic shift and Mercedes engine could spark a championship revival.

January 11, 2026

How Carlos Sainz nearly came back to Red Bull before joining Ferrari

Pierre Gasly reveals how Carlos Sainz competed with him for the coveted Red Bull seat in 2019. Discover the untold story behind one of Formula 1's most significant driver decisions.