Shanna Lutgert

Shanna Lutgert

Shanna grew up surrounded by motorsport and knows no different. From a young age, race weekends shaped her world, a passion that naturally evolved into a career in Formula 1 journalism. With 3.5 years of experience in the F1 media landscape and a Master’s degree in Journalism from the University of Groningen, she reports on the sport at the very highest level.
During race weekends, Shanna is rarely standing still. She is constantly searching for stories, trends and developments that go beyond the standard headlines. She has attended numerous Grands Prix, including Azerbaijan (2024 and 2025), Abu Dhabi, Monaco, Monza, Imola, Austria and the Netherlands, and has also covered various GT events such as NLS9 on the iconic Nordschleife.
Alongside Formula 1, Shanna has a strong interest in endurance and GT championships. With a particular focus on the Porsche one-make cups and interviews with GT stars such as Jules Gounon, Jann Mardenborough and Huub van Eijndhoven, she has expanded her expertise beyond the pinnacle of single-seater racing.
This versatile background is precisely where her strength lies: finding alternative angles and adding context. As a freelance journalist for GPblog, Shanna delivers a broad and distinctive range of news, analysis and stories that resonate with what the modern Formula 1 fan wants to read.
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How ExxonMobil’s perfect fuel formulation boosts Red Bull Racing’s performance

May 31, 16:02
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The new technical regulation cycle has seen ExxonMobil and Red Bull Racing work diligently behind the scenes for an extended period to develop the ideal fuel formulation. Ensuring the engines run on t...

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FIA President Ben Sulayem eyes sweeping term rule change

May 27, 15:53
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FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem wants to propose to get rid of the maximum of three terms for an FIA president and allow unlimited re-election until the age of 70 on June 26 in Macau, during the go...

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F1 sees one last chance to have Bahrain or Saudi Arabia on the 2026 calendar

May 27, 15:37
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Formula 1 decided in April to cancel the Grands Prix of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to the ongoing situation in the Middle East. The competition is currently considering whether one of the races can...

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Wolff secretly enjoyed the Antonelli-Russell battle: 'The media want Star Wars headlines'

May 23, 20:05
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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has had his say on the intense fight between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell at the Canadian GP Sprint. The Austrian had to address the young Italian four times on...

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Even incomplete long runs reveal how Verstappen is losing substantial ground to Mercedes

May 23, 08:01
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The chaotic Friday practice in Canada also led to unclear long runs. The teams had to complete various programs within a limited time. McLaren, Mercedes, and Red Bull Racing also brought upgrades. The...

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FIA confirms lowest battery limit to date for 2026 Canadian GP

May 21, 21:30
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For the Canadian Grand Prix weekend, the battery energy limit is set at 6 mega joules (MJ) the lowest value Formula 1 has used so far under the new regulations. The limit for recharging the battery ha...

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'Verstappen can avenge his Nürburgring 24 Hours defeat'

May 21, 19:32
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Max Verstappen may be able to take part in the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring again next year after losing the 54th edition due to a technical issue. He and his teammates were in first place and cruising...

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Bortoleto hardly missed any of Verstappen’s Nordschleife race: "I dedicated my weekend to it"

May 21, 19:22
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Gabriel Bortoleto was cheering on good friend Max Verstappen last weekend, when the four-time world champion raced on the Nordschleife. He was very disappointed that a technical issue caused Verstappe...

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Mercedes boss reacts to Verstappen's disappointment: 'Makes it even more bitter'

May 18, 08:01
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Christoph Sagemüller, Head of Mercedes-AMG Motorsport, returns to the German manufacturer’s headquarters with mixed feelings: the victory for the #80 Mercedes in the 24 Hours of Nürburgring is fantast...

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Nordschleife winner Engel savors duel with Verstappen: 'I was smiling in the car'

May 17, 17:33
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Nordschleife winner Maro Engel truly enjoyed the battle with Max Verstappen during the night stint. Both men went flat out in their Mercedes-AMG GT3s, and as a result Engel was driving with a smile un...

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