How do you make an almost perfect car even better? That is the question Mercedes will be asking themselves over...
Matt Gretton
Editor-in-Chief
Matt has been watching Formula 1 since 2003. He has been a member of the GPblog team since March 2018 and has just completed a degree in Sports Journalism at the University of Gloucestershire. Matt enjoys the history of F1, looking at the stats and writing opinion pieces. Aside from Formula 1, Matt also writes about Snooker and Darts.
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Column | Mercedes will once again outsmart Red Bull and Verstappen in 2021
Last week, Red Bull Racing presented the new RB16B. There seemed to be little news in the photos, but the car was...
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The potentially explosive mix of characters at Haas in 2021
With the exception of their very first season, when the team was a novelty and also performed quite well, Haas...
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Preview of F1 2021: Gasly must help AlphaTauri step into midfield
Pierre Gasly had a very successful season in 2020 at AlphaTauri. With the necessary luck, the Frenchman even managed...
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Start of the Formula E season: Who will be battling to become World Champion?
The Formula E season will officially start on Thursday evening with the first practice session of this season in...
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Opinion | Perez is a masterstroke by Red Bull, but Verstappen remains the leader
For a long time, Red Bull Racing has opted again to put a driver from outside their own Red Bull training course...
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Albon isn't looking at options outside of Red Bull yet: "We will have to see"
Alexander Albon will have to watch from the side in 2021 and assess how Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez can drive...
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Analysis: Red Bull cautious about RB16B reveal, some any surprises on the way?
Red Bull Racing presented their new car for 2021 on Tuesday becoming the fourth team to do so for 2021. Of all...
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RB16B compared to the RB16: There are a few minor changes to note
Red Bull Racing have presented the new RB16B. An upgrade of its predecessor from 2020, but how much can actually...
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Albon: "I don't think it would have opened any doors"
Red Bull waited until the final minute last season before making a decision about Alexander Albon's future. Because...
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Red Bull Racing set to unveil the RB16B, what can we expect?
Red Bull Racing presents the RB16B on Tuesday. This is perhaps one of the most interesting reveals of the winter...
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Albon: "My main goal is to be in a Formula 1 car, so I would"
Alexander Albon is still part of the Red Bull family despite missing out on a Red Bull F1 seat for 2021. What that...
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Alfa Romeo C41 analysis: Is the radically changed nose an indicator for Ferrari?
Alfa Romeo presented their new car for 2021 on Monday, the C41. Here's a quick breakdown of the most significant...
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Another slow start for Red Bull or finally another Newey masterpiece?
Red Bull Racing will present the new RB16B for the Formula 1 season of 2021 on Tuesday. An upgrade of the RB16...
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On this day 72 years ago Niki Lauda was born: A look at his F1 honours
On this day back in 1949, one of Formula 1’s greatest drivers was born. Niki Lauda went on to win three F1...
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Improvement for Alfa Romeo in 2021 mainly depends on one external factor
Alfa Romeo had a very difficult year in 2020. Although the team finished eighth in the constructors' world championship,...
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More Italian on Alfa Romeo's 2021 car? This is the expectation!
On Monday, Alfa Romeo will unveil the car that Kimi Raikkonen and Antonio Giovinazzi will drive next season. The...
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Analysis: Honda has a striking presence on the AlphaTauri AT02
AlphaTauri was the second team to present their car for 2021 on Friday morning. Pierre Gasly and Yuki Tsunoda were...
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Pirelli presents tyres for 2021: High wear expected in the Netherlands
Pirelli announced the tyre choices for the coming season on Friday morning. All drivers and teams will receive...
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AlphaTauri makes smart use of tokens: 'As a result, we also received new parts'
AlphaTauri already had a good car in 2020, but Jody Egginton hopes that the new AT02 can still take a step forward....
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Tanabe confirms these modifications to the 2021 Honda F1 engine
Honda will enter their final year of direct involvement with Red Bull Racing and AlphaTauri. The partnership comes...
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Social Media scrutinise AlphaTauri livery: "No-nonsense stuff"
AlphaTauri presented the new car for the 2021 Formula 1 season on Friday morning. The AT02 should lead Yuki Tsunoda...
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Gasly responds to Red Bull engine deal with Honda: "Best option available"
Pierre Gasly is "really happy" with how Red Bull Racing have completed a deal with Honda to takeover their F1 project...
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Tost doesn't believe his engineers: 'Say the car is faster than last year'
AlphaTauri has presented the new car for 2021. The AT02 should help Yuki Tsunoda and Pierre Gasly to achieve even...
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Yuki Tsunoda feels "more motivation to drive fast" after AlphaTauri F1 car launch
Yuki Tsunoda will make his Formula 1 debut in 2021 and will do so in AlphaTauri's AT02 that was unveiled on Friday...
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In pictures: View the new AlphaTauri AT02 from all angles!
The new AlphaTauri car for 2021 has been presented by the sister team of Red Bull Racing. Pierre Gasly will not...
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Gasly becomes the leader: "Tsunoda arrival means I will have more responsibility"
The new AlphaTauri car, the AT02, was presented by the team on Friday morning. Pierre Gasly will be using these...
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BREAKING: AlphaTauri unveils AT02 for 2021 F1 season!
AlphaTauri has revealed their F1 car for the 2021 season. The AT02 is a clear upgrade of the AT01 and just like...
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Ricciardo aims for a podium: "McLaren achieved it last year, we can do it in 2021"
Daniel Ricciardo managed to be on the podium twice with Renault in 2020. He has now switched to rival McLaren,...
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Opinion | In 2021, it will become clear how good Norris really is
In Formula 1, your most important opponent is your teammate and so at GPblog we look ahead to the team duels in...
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Preview of Formula 1 in 2021: If Vettel does not win, his career is over
In Formula 1, your most important opponent is your teammate and so at GPblog, we look ahead to the team duels in...
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Sprint races from 2021 in Formula 1: "If the best are coming out on top"
The details have yet to be fine-tuned, but there is a good chance that in 2021 there will be sprint races on some...
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Do Ricciardo and Norris have similar driving styles for the new McLaren?
McLaren has unveiled the new MCL35M for 2021 and has two great drivers behind the wheel with Daniel Ricciardo and...
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Lando Norris expects to push, and be pushed by McLaren teammate Daniel Ricciardo
In 2021, McLaren wants to move forward again. According to Lando Norris, the goal is therefore to fight Mercedes....
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Zak Brown: “We’ve got one target in mind, to closing the gap to the front"
After finishing third in the 2020 F1 World Championship, CEO Zak Brown says McLaren will continue to push forward...
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Red Bull continue to grow in Formula 1 with their own engines from 2022
For the first time since Red Bull has been active in Formula 1, they will start to look after their own engines....
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A new dawn approaches: Honda and Red Bull's F1 partnership so far
A new dawn approaches for Red Bull Racing. In 2019, Red Bull started a new partnership with Honda which both parties...
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Red Bull will procure their own engines for the first time in history
Max Verstappen will drive a Red Bull engine in Formula 1 from 2022. It will be the first time that Red Bull are...
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Engine freezing is not only good for Red Bull, all of F1 benefits
The engine regulations will be frozen from 2022, meaning Red Bull Racing and AlphaTauri will adopt the Honda technology....
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Red Bull take over Honda's engine: These are the consequences for Verstappen
Red Bull have announced that it will acquire the Honda F1 engine project. Red Bull Racing and AlphaTauri will therefore...
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Honda: "We felt it was the right thing to do to help our two current teams"
Honda saw 2022 as the right time to change the direction of the team. By 2050, Honda wants to be carbon neutral...
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Social media responds: "Thanks to the engine freeze, Mercedes domination for sure"
On Monday morning, Red Bull Racing confirmed they will be taking over Honda's F1 project from the 2022 season after...
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Are Ferrari and Renault the big losers in an engine freeze?
In the background, there is a lot going on about the power sources. The takeover of the Honda engine by Red Bull...
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Horner happy with significant step for Red Bull in Formula 1
On Monday morning, it was confirmed. Red Bull Racing will take over Honda's F1 project. Team boss Christian Horner...
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Marko proud of Red Bull's engine announcement: "It's a bold move"
Red Bull has announced that from 2022 the team will make the engines for Red Bull Racing and AlphaTauri themselves....
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OFFICIAL: Red Bull Racing confirms acquisition of Honda Formula 1 Project
Red Bull Racing has just announced in a press release that it will take over Honda's engines from 2022. The news...
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George Russell celebrates his 23rd birthday: A year to seize his Mercedes F1 seat
Happy Birthday to George Russell, who turns 23 today [Monday]. In his first two years as a Formula 1 driver, Russell...
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William Storey's most remarkable tirades and fantasies
After a year and a half of absence, Rich Energy's Williams Storey apparently can no longer bear not being in the...
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Preview of Formula 1 in 2021: Now or never for Ocon
In Formula 1, your most important opponent is your teammate and so at GPblog, we look ahead to the team duels in...
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These are the possible replacements for Alpine if Alonso can't start the season
On Thursday evening, some bad news broke in Switzerland. Fernando Alonso was reportedly knocked off his bicycle....
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Options for engines from 2026: Fans want noise, manufacturers want relevance
When it comes to the major rule changes, in Formula 1 it is important to plan far ahead, especially if they want...
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Preview of Formula 1 in 2021: Is this really Raikkonen's last hurrah?
In Formula 1, your most important opponent is your teammate and so at GPblog we look ahead to the team duels in...
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Formula 1 teams meet for vital vote: Will Red Bull get what they need?
An important meeting is scheduled for the Formula 1 Commission on Thursday 11 February. All F1 teams come together...
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Another Portuguese GP: A brief look at the historical F1 moments in Portugal
The Portuguese Grand Prix looks set to return to the Formula 1 calendar in 2021. According to rumours, F1 will...
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Drivers impressed with the 'roller coaster' Portimao circuit during 2020 F1 race
Portimao was rated highly by many drivers. The many height differences and the high speeds created a lot of enthusiasm...
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Highlights in Portimao: The track where Hamilton became a legend
With the rumour that F1 will announce the return of Portimao to the calendar tomorrow, the thoughts also go back...
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Preview of Formula 1 in 2021: An impossible task for Haas
In Formula 1, your most important opponent is your teammate and so at GPblog, we look ahead to the team duels in...
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Domenicali better listen to Ecclestone for the future of F1
The arrival of Stefano Domenicali as the new F1 CEO for Liberty Media has been widely welcomed. The teams are happy...
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Mercedes 2022: Make Hamilton champion again, or opt for a new champion?
Lewis Hamilton has signed a new contract with Mercedes, but the deal between the two parties is set for eleven...
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A new F1 record beckons for Verstappen, but you don't want this one to your name
A record that nobody really wants to have in their hands: the most victories without a world title. Both Max Verstappen...
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Preview of Formula 1 in 2021: Teammate duel at Williams doesn't exist
In Formula 1, your most important opponent is your teammate and so at GPblog, we look ahead to the team duels in...
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Silly season 2022 begins! Attention on Hamilton, Bottas and Russell at Mercedes
With the confirmation that Lewis Hamilton has signed with Mercedes for one year, the exceptionally long silly season...
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Mercedes: "There is no clause, driver selection is team matter"
With the recent announcement of Lewis Hamilton's contract extension at Mercedes, the British driver is guaranteed...
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Internet responds to Hamilton's Mercedes contract: "A smart move by Toto"
Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes announced on Monday that they will continue together in 2021. That is of course not...
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Hamilton's ninth Year with Mercedes. Who else lasted so long at one team?
Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes can hardly be separated from each other anymore. The Briton has never even raced in...
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Mercedes deny option for longer F1 contract with Lewis Hamilton
With the signing of his new contract, long-term negotiations have come to an end and it is officially certain that...
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Toto Wolff responds to F1 rumour mill: "I've heard some nonsense stories"
Following months of questions, speculation and rumours, Mercedes confirmed Lewis Hamilton's place in the team for...
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Reports suggest Hamilton doesn't get a pay rise with new F1 contract
Lewis Hamilton and Mercedes officially announced on Monday that they have reached a new agreement. The world champion...
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This is the full 2021 Formula 1 line-up after Hamilton's announcement
It's confirmed. After a bit of a delay, we finally have a full grid for the 2021 season. Only Mercedes and Lewis...
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Hamilton extends his contract: Fifteenth season and eighth title for Lewis?
Lewis Hamilton has extended his contract with Mercedes and will therefore remain active in Formula 1 for at least...
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What does Hamilton's extension mean for Bottas, Russell and Verstappen?
Lewis Hamilton has signed up until the end of this year and that automatically means that Toto Wolff has two spots...
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F1 records & milestones Lewis Hamilton can reach after Mercedes contract extension
Earlier today, Lewis Hamilton signed a contract with Mercedes which will see him remain at the team for at least...
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Wolff creates clarity: "The unusual year we had in 2020 meant it took some time"
Lewis Hamilton has extended his contract with Mercedes for a year, the German racing team announced on Monday afternoon....
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Hamilton signs contract: "Determined to continue making motorsport more diverse"
Lewis Hamilton will be back in action for Mercedes in 2021. The British driver, who won his seventh F1 world title...
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Mercedes: "We're happy to keep the most successful F1 driver of the current era"
The Non-Executive Chairman at Mercedes has responded to the news that Lewis Hamilton will stay at the team for...
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F1 presents viewing figures for 2020: Enormous growth in Russia, small UK increase
Formula 1 has released the figures for the 2020 Formula 1 season. The figures are generally very good, and again...
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McLaren-Mercedes in 2021: Title not in reach, but should Red Bull be careful?
In 2021, an old successful partnership will return to the F1 grid: McLaren-Mercedes. From the late 1990s until...
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Pierre Gasly celebrates his 25th birthday: A year to showcase F1 leadership skills
Pierre Gasly turns 25 today [Sunday]. The Frenchman became a surprise Grand Prix winner over the last 12 months...
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What does Tsunoda need to do to beat Verstappen as the best rookie at AlphaTauri?
Yuki Tsunoda is one of the debutants in Formula 1 next year. The Japanese driver will race for AlphaTauri, a team...
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Pictures: Iconic F1 liveries reimagined on modern road cars
From Niki Lauda's first F1 World Championship victory in 1975, to Fernando Alonso's triumph in 2005 with Renault,...
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F1 2021 a gap year? Certainly not contractually!
The 2021 F1 season is generally seen as a gap year whilst we wait for the 2022 rules and regulations. As far as...
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It's time for Renault to give their own youth academy a chance in F1
These days, many Formula 1 teams have an academy. Mercedes and Ferrari sometimes show the talents of the future...
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How the whole Red Bull-Honda F1 engine saga has unfolded
Almost four months ago, Red Bull Racing were told by engine supplier Honda that the Japanese team will stop supplying...
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Red Bull to continue on their own after Honda leave: These F1 teams preceded them
It seems that Red Bull will continue with the Honda engines under a different name from 2022. It is not the first...
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Records to be broken in 2021: Verstappen most successful without F1 Championship?
2020 was a record year for Formula 1, thanks in particular to Lewis Hamilton. He equalled Michael Schumacher's...
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The unique relationship between Dieter Mateschitz and the team bosses at Red Bull
Dieter Mateschitz is a different guy. He buys two Formula 1 teams, but unlike the people who preceded him, he has...
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What does the current Red Bull situation mean for the future of Verstappen?
Despite the fact that there is now at least a 99% deal between Red Bull Racing and Honda about the use of the engines...
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How do Ferrari, Mercedes and Renault view an engine freeze?
The development freeze on engines in Formula 1 depends on how Ferrari, Mercedes and Renault feel about it. At the...
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Red Bull-Honda deal seems to mean an engine development freeze
Now that an agreement between Red Bull Racing and Honda seems to have been signed for 2022, a question arises about...
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Imola deserves a spot on the F1 calendar and here's why
Imola is unexpectedly on the Formula 1 calendar for the second time in two years. The Italian circuit deserves...
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Column | F1 2021 is a massive year for...Sergio Perez
2021 was supposed to be a massive year for Formula 1, perhaps the biggest in a generation. The rule and regulation...
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Red Bull Honda had bad starts in F1 2020, but some did even worse
Max Verstappen has complained a lot last season about the fact that he gets bad from his place on the grid with...
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Formula 1 legends against their teammates: who has the best score?
Last season, Lewis Hamilton broke or equaled the most important records set by Michael Schumacher. This makes him...
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This stood out in the Dakar Rally 2021: Tears in the dunes and complaining legends
The second edition of the Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia ended last Friday with some brand new winners. However, Stephane...
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Another Portuguese GP? Two races in Spain? Only one spot left on the calendar
This week, Formula 1 presented a revised calendar for the 2021 season. The Australian GP has moved to a spot in...
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Red Bull academy is flourishing again, after years of drought and failed projects
The Red Bull training is flourishing again. In recent years, Red Bull's Formula 1 teams have mainly had to make...
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Renault presents a new plan for the future and will collaborate with Lotus
Renault has presented a new plan for the future, which should give shape to Renault's new path. "Renaulution" is...
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Postpone the new F1 rules in 2022, or not? The most important rules at a glance
The rule and regulation book was meant to be reprinted ahead of the 2021 season. New rules for the cars and new...
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Column | Ambitious statements and goals now cost Abiteboul his job
Renault has opted for a change of course with Laurent Rossi as the new CEO of the Alpine F1 project. Cyril Abiteboul...
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Column | F1 react quickly, but is Imola the best addition to the F1 2021 calendar?
The 2021 Formula 1 schedule has been altered. F1 announced the update on Tuesday morning by confirming the Australian...
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After a new calendar for Formula 1, F2 also update their season schedule
After the modified Formula 1 calendar, Formula 2 now also confirm that their calendar has also been adjusted. Admittedly...
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New F1 calendar seems to reveal TBC race: Portimão must also now return
The new Formula 1 calendar for 2021 has been announced and the start of the season is now clear. The Chinese Grand...
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New F1 calendar: "Number of races planned for the season remains unchanged"
The 2021 Formula 1 calendar has faced an update, with many changes to the agenda. For example, the start of the...
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Column | Alpine F1 must maximise chances in 2021 to reap 2022 rewards with Alonso
2021 was supposed to be a massive year for Formula 1, perhaps the biggest in a generation. The rule and regulation...
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Alpine back in F1: The return of an invisible old acquaintance
The name Renault F1 Team will no longer be used, this because the factory team has switched to Alpine F1 Team....
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A return to the old times at Renault? A spaniard and an Italian lead the F1 team
Renault are likely to announce on Thursday that Davide Brivio will become the new CEO of the Alpine F1 Team. With...
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Davide Brivio: Successful MotoGP manager set to be heading to Alpine F1
Renault is reportedly going to make changes in management and a key pawn in those changes is Davide Brivio. Known...
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Management changes at Renault: Abiteboul struggling to follow upward trend
Everything indicates that Renault will make changes within the management of the new Alpine Racing F1 team. Davide...
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Column | F1 2021 is a massive year for...Valtteri Bottas
2021 was supposed to be a massive year for Formula 1, perhaps the biggest in a generation. The rule and regulation...
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Opinion | Collaboration with Mercedes unique opportunity for Williams and Russell
Williams and Mercedes announced on Tuesday that they will expand their partnership. Williams will stop designing...
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Red Bull Racing and Honda are making important steps with the RB16-B for 2021
The 2021 Formula 1 season is a gap year. The new rules regulations were due to come into effect, but this was delayed...
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Albon's new talented teammate could well mean the end of his F1 career
Alexander Albon will have the opportunity in 2021 to prove in the DTM that his relegation is unjustified. However,...
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Column | Lando Norris gets the chance to "level up" his F1 career in 2021
2021 was supposed to be a massive year for Formula 1, perhaps the biggest in a generation. The rule and regulation...
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Arise Sir Lewis Hamilton! F1 World Champion in Queen's New Year Honours list
It's official. Formula 1 World Champion Lewis Hamilton has been knighted in the Queen's New Year Honours list....
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Verstappen dominates the top five F1 press conference moments in 2020
The Formula 1 season had 17 weekends, giving a total of 51 press conferences in 2020. The big difference with the...
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F1 Overview 2021: What are the chances of Albon, Hulkenberg and Kvyat returning?
We will not see these five names on the Formula 1 grid next year: Alexander Albon, Daniil Kvyat, Romain Grosjean,...
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Top 10: These are the best Formula 1 drivers of 2020
The 2020 Formula 1 season is over and although it is always difficult to compare the performance of the drivers,...
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Verstappen has some strong words for his critics in F1!
Max Verstappen has received a lot of criticism over the years. When he started, people suggested he was too young...
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A message for everyone at GPblog.com!
Our GPblog community has been growing very fast lately and that is great to see. The more people that get involved...
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Bottom 5 of 2020: Disaster for Ferrari, low marks for Pirelli
The 2020 Formula 1 season is over and there are some things that have not performed as they should. Whether it...
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Ratings for 2020: Verstappen and Hamilton are head and shoulders above the rest
The Formula 1 season is over and so it is time to take stock. After each Grand Prix GPblog gave the drivers a score...
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What alternatives do Haas have if Mazepin is fired?
Nikita Mazepin has come under heavy fire and a petition has even been launched to get him out of Formula 1. There's...
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Lewis Hamilton wins BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2020 after 7th F1 title
Lewis Hamilton has been crowned BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2020. Hamilton wins the award in a year which...
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Lewis Hamilton speaks ahead of the vote for BBC Sports Personality 2020
Lewis Hamilton is a contender to win BBC Sports Personality of the Year 2020. Speaking ahead of the Sunday evening...
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Coronel confident Red Bull have made the right choice: "There is no other option"
It took a long time for Red Bull to take the plunge and appoint Sergio Perez to replace Alexander Albon at Red...