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When asked which positives he took away from the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix, Lando Norris replied: “That it’s finished, probably.”There’s one early championship favourite within the McLaren camp, and it isn’t Norris.Having started the season with a pole-to-flag win in Melbourne, Norris has found it tougher to mask his discomfort with McLaren’s 2025 car since the opening weekend. He was …Keep reading

On Friday evening at Bahrain International Circuit, the Formula One Management crew busied themselves readying the podium area for the post-race ceremonials. A clutch of glitzy pre-prepared graphics cycled through on the giant screen behind the podium – including one screaming “MAX SECOND WIN OF 2025”.Based on Red Bull’s current performance trajectory, that one will be sitting on the …Keep reading

Winner: Marc Marquez Marc Marquez, Ducati TeamPhoto by: Gold and Goose / Motorsport ImagesWas Losail ever really a ‘weak circuit’ for Marc Marquez? He said both before and after the weekend that it was, but his performance in Qatar totally belied that idea – to the point where you wonder if the Spaniard was simply playing along with the narrative spun by a media corps …Keep reading

After seemingly hitting rock bottom morale-wise in qualifying for the 2025 Bahrain Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton rebounded by guiding his Ferrari to fifth place from ninth on the grid. Team-mate Charles Leclerc was fourth after starting second. For Hamilton, this was arguably the best result possible without retirements ahead. Afterwards, Hamilton was the most upbeat he has been since winning the …Keep reading

Sometimes, a street circuit can prove chaoticand turn into a battle of attrition. On other occasions, it can run caution-free and turn into a track position challenge. Sunday’s race in Long Beach was clearly the latter. On a day with no crashes, perfect weather and few passing opportunities, little moments made all the difference. The timing of a pit stop or a starting tire decision can be …Keep reading

Bahrain’s tough Sakhir circuit finally served up a spectacle that put F1’s 10 teams through the ringer. Here’s who passed the test with flying colours and who failed to make the cut.Winner: Oscar Piastri / Loser: Lando Norris Lando Norris, McLaren, Oscar Piastri, McLarenPhoto by: Zak Mauger / Motorsport ImagesLando Norris has got a bit of as problem. On a weekend where …Keep reading

Kyle Larson started Sunday’s race from third, and quickly charged into the race lead. He never looked back, leading 411 laps and taking the checkered flag for Hendrick Motorsports. Larson also won both stages as he earned his second consecutive Bristol win.Afterwards, Larson’s thoughts immediately went to Jon Edwards, the beloved director of racing communications at HMS who unexpectedly passed …Keep reading

Starting on pole has proven to be a good omen for Kyle Kirkwood on the streets of Long Beach.Kirkwood led a race-high 46 laps and kept defending champion Alex Palou in his rearview mirror to win for the second time in the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. It’s the Floridian’s third-career victory and second from pole in the iconic street race. The result ended a 23-race winless streak …Keep reading

On Saturday, a mistake from Christian Lundgaard threatened to keep Arrow McLaren from podium contention in the Acura Grand Prix of Long Beach. But with the right strategy and a quality drive, the Dane was able to salvage a third-place effort himself. He knew immediately who the credit should go to. “This one’s dedicated to the crew,” Lundgaard said of his run. “Thank you …Keep reading

Qatar Grand Prix winner Marc Marquez has admitted responsibility for the incident with his younger brother Alex as the pair exited the first corner in Sunday’s race.Poleman Marc claimed the lead into the first corner but cut across the front of Alex at unexpectedly low speed as the pair exited the right-hander. This resulted in contact and light bodywork damage to both Ducatis.Read …Keep reading