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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Verstappen sees first glimmer of hope after Red Bull changes following Sprint

Aug 22, 14:03
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After the sprint race in Zandvoort, Max Verstappen announced that Red Bull Racing will make changes to the RB22. The Dutchman crossed the line in sixth and once again noticed that something is still m...

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Revised starting grid for the Sprint Race at the Dutch GP

Aug 22, 11:41
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Prior to the start of the sprint race in Zandvoort, a few small changes were made to the starting grid. Two teams made changes to their cars, meaning those two drivers will start from the back: Fernan...

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Lawson reckons Red Bull missed an opportunity in the Dutch GP Sprint Qualifying

Aug 22, 10:00
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Liam Lawson believes there was more in his Red Bull than his result in sprint qualifying suggests. Lawson, who has been promoted to Red Bull from Racing Bulls following a hand injury to Isack Hadjar,...

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Kelly Piquet celebrates Max Verstappen’s contract extension with Red Bull

Aug 22, 08:30
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Kelly Piquet has toasted her boyfriend Max Verstappen’s contract extension with Red Bull Racing. The Brazilian posted on social media after it was announced that the four-time world champion would be...

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Jos Verstappen responds to Max's new deal with Red Bull Racing

Aug 20, 17:12
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Jos Verstappen has responded to his son Max’s new contract with Red Bull Racing. The four-time world champion is now tied to the Austrian team until the end of 2030. According to Verstappen senior, tr...

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Verstappen faces prospect of royal moment at final Dutch Grand Prix

Aug 13, 18:30
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The King of the Netherlands will take on a special role at the final Dutch Grand Prix. King Willem-Alexander has been a regular at Zandvoort since it returned to the Formula 1 calendar in 2021, but fo...

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GT rival sees Verstappen as a rare breed: 'If it fits on his calendar, he'd even do that'

Aug 08, 19:01
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It has now been almost five months since Max Verstappen made his debut in the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring, where the four-time world champion impressed both rivals and fans with his performance on the...

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Red Bull poach Aston Martin key figure to strengthen the team

Aug 07, 11:42
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After he is set to depart Aston Martin, Tom McCullough is set to join Red Bull Racing, GPblog can confirm, after it was reported by German news site Bild. This website was recently able to confirm tha...

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Mercedes boss sees partnership with Verstappen as a major success

Aug 06, 19:01
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This season, Max Verstappen made an impression not only on the track. According to Stefan Wendl, Head of Mercedes-AMG Customer Racing, the switch from Verstappen Racing to Mercedes-AMG and Verstappen’...

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Alonso decision could spark chain reaction across Formula 1 grid

Aug 05, 12:00
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Fernando Alonso has said that he will use the summer break to think carefully about his future, a decision that will have huge ramifications well beyond Aston Martin. According to paddock chatter, a m...

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