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McNish appointed Audi F1 racing director with immediate effect

Audi's Formula 1 team has announced Allan McNish as its new racing director, assuming many of the responsibilities held by team principal Jonathan Wheatley before his unexpected departure in March.Following that move, Au…

AutosportApr 24, 2026
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Allan McNish becomes Audi's F1 racing director with immediate effect

Audi's Formula 1 team has announced Allan McNish as its new racing director, assuming many of the responsibilities held by team principal Jonathan Wheatley before his unexpected departure in March.Following that move, Au…

Motorsport.comApr 24, 2026
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Why Turkey is back on the calendar from 2027

The Turkish Grand Prix is making a comeback to the F1 calendar, in a new five-year deal starting from 2027.

Formula1.comApr 24, 2026
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Which modern Formula 1 driver raced for the most teams?

Max Verstappen is currently in his 11th year driving for Red Bull, and Lewis Hamilton spent 12 seasons at Mercedes. In modern Formula 1, there is a clear trend toward longer contracts, with some drivers spending almost t…

Motorsport.comApr 23, 2026
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Why McLaren will deliver "an entirely new" F1 car in Miami – but expects all rivals to do the same

Judging and executing in-season development has become one of McLaren's strongest suits in recent Formula 1 seasons, most significantly in 2023 and '24, when it introduced upgrade packages early in the campaign which pro…

AutosportApr 23, 2026
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McLaren set to deliver 'completely new car' for Miami – Stella

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has explained the Woking-based outfit's development plans as F1 prepares to return to racing in Miami and Canada.

Formula1.comApr 23, 2026
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How Haas have utilised the ‘unique’ opportunity of the April break

Haas’ Head of Car Engineering, Hoagy Nidd, has shared an insight into what the team have been doing during the April break.

Formula1.comApr 23, 2026
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Patience needed before backing Alonso in markets

With just one finish from the first three races this season, the two-time World Champion is waiting for a car to match his skill.

Formula1.comApr 23, 2026
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Trivia: How well do you really know Max Verstappen?

Think you know everything about Max Verstappen? Put your F1 knowledge to the test with this ultimate trivia contest.

Formula1.comApr 23, 2026
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David Coulthard lifts lid on soaring junior racing costs with £8million claim

Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has shed light on the financial realities of joining the F1 grid in 2026, estimating an eye-watering £8million price tag to fund a junior career.Speaking on the Up To Speed podcast…

Motorsport.comApr 23, 2026
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Miami Grand Prix FP1 session extended to 90 minutes

The sole practice session of the Miami Grand Prix weekend will now run for 90 minutes.

Formula1.comApr 23, 2026
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F1 drivers given extra practice time with new rules at Miami Grand Prix | Formula 1

The FIA will give Formula 1 drivers extra time to practice at the Miami Grand Prix due to the recent change in the rules.

RaceFansApr 23, 2026
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20 years ago, Michael Schumacher held off Fernando Alonso in Imola F1 duel

On 23 April 2006, Michael Schumacher held off Fernando Alonso for victory in the San Marino Grand Prix, mirroring Formula 1’s previous Imola race.Back in 2005, Alonso won by 0.215s over a resurgent Schumacher, who starte…

Motorsport.comApr 23, 2026
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Miami Grand Prix Free Practice 1 extended to 90 mins

Sport newsAs a result, the session will now run from 12:00 to 13:30 local time. All other track sessions planned before FP1 will also move forward by 30 minutes.This decision has been taken in recognition of the gap sinc…

FIAApr 23, 2026
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Round-up: Unnamed ‘F1 driver’ implicated as Milan police break up ‘escort ring’ | RaceFans Round-up

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

RaceFansApr 22, 2026
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Reigning F1 Academy champion Doriane Pin completes F1 debut driver with Mercedes at Silverstone

Reigning F1 Academy champion Doriane Pin has taken one of the most significant steps of her rapidly rising career, completing her maiden Formula 1 test on Friday at Silverstone.

F1TechnicalApr 22, 2026
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2026 F1 Draft: Who would each team take first to start their future?

We're here to strip Formula 1 back to zero. No contracts, no politics, no legacy seats: just 11 teams and a clean board of drivers aged 22 and under. This is, ultimately, a long-term play. Not who wins next Sunday, but w…

Motorsport.comApr 22, 2026
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Why Hadjar offers betting value if Red Bull fires

The young French star is putting up a stronger challenger to Max Verstappen compared to his previous team mates.

Formula1.comApr 22, 2026
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Jolyon Palmer builds his ultimate F1 team boss

We asked former Renault F1 driver and F1 TV analyst Jolyon Palmer to come up with his perfect team boss built from the composite parts of the best people to have done the job.

Formula1.comApr 22, 2026
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The good, the bad and the ugly from Cadillac’s F1 debut

For the first time since 2016, Formula 1 has a new team this season. Cadillac’s Formula 1 entry was finally accepted on 25 November 2024, boosted by General Motors’ backing and the American constructor’s pledge to become…

Motorsport.comApr 22, 2026
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F1MATHS: What do the constructors' standings look like after three races?

Three rounds into the 2026 Formula 1 season, Mercedes have re‑established themselves as the benchmark of the field. F1Technicals senior writer Balazs Szabo looks at the standings before the action resumes at next weekend…

F1TechnicalApr 22, 2026