F1 Today | Verstappen on 2025 title, Hamilton 'overwhelmed' by support

Updated: 22:21, 02 Oct 2025
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Max Verstappen "not stressed" about the title fight, McLaren release F2 talent. Recap the best news of the day with GPblog!

Verstappen 'not stressed' about 2025 title

Max Verstappen shared how much of a chance he believes he has in the title fight against the two McLarens.
The defending world champion reduced the gap to leader Oscar Piastri by winning in Baku, where the Australian failed to finish.
"Well from my side honestly I just see it as a race by race thing," Verstappen began when asked about his chances of retaining the title.
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"69 points is still a lot, especially if you look at how the season has gone so far. McLaren has been incredibly dominant, that doesn't suddenly change."
Fellow drivers were also asked how much chance would they give to the Dutchman. Read their answers here!
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Photo: RacePictures.

McLaren announces parting ways with F2 talent Alex Dunne

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Formula 2 driver Alex Dunne is no longer part of the McLaren Driver Development Programme, the team confirmed.
"McLaren Racing has ended its contract with McLaren Driver Development Programme member Alex Dunne.
"It has been a pleasure to work with Alex over the last year and to contribute to his growth as a driver.
"We wish Alex all the best for his career going forward," the Woking-based team announced.
GPblog was first to report that Dunne was on Red Bull Racing's radar in September.
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As of today, there nothing has been agreed between the driver and Red Bull.
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Alex Dunne - Photo: RacePictures

Hamilton reveals 'overwhelming' support after Roscoe's passing

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Lewis Hamilton has revealed how much support he has received after his dog Roscoe passed away last Sunday.
Hamilton's dog has an incredible following of his own with an Instagram account building up over a million followers. Roscoe also appeared briefly in the F1 Movie.
The Ferrari driver explained in Singapore that he hasn't quite been able to reply to every message and is grateful for the support.
He said: "[I received] lots of messages. Quite overwhelming to be honest to see just how many people Roscoe touched around the world. And really heartwarming to receive."
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