Red Bull has admitted that comments made during and after the Qatar Grand Prix about Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli were wrong and says it regrets the wave of online abuse that followed. Replay footage confirmed that Antonelli briefly lost control before Lando Norris passed him for fourth, rather than moving aside on purpose.
Stroll Shuts Down Horner-to-Aston-Martin Rumours as Internal Restructuring Fuels Paddock Speculation
Aston Martin owner Lawrence Stroll has denied reports linking Christian Horner to a senior role at the team, even as the organisation’s new structure raises questions about unfilled leadership positions.
Oscar Piastri won the Qatar sprint with ease, reducing his deficit to Lando Norris while Yuki Tsunoda supported Max Verstappen on lap one, took a penalty, and still secured fifth.
Aston Martin may replace CEO Andy Cowell following growing tension with Adrian Newey, with Christian Horner emerging as a possible successor. The internal conflict arrives just months before the team begins its 2026 works partnership with Honda.
Red Bull sees promising speed on soft tyres in Las Vegas, but Max Verstappen remains cautious as tyre warming and unpredictable conditions shape the early weekend picture.
FIA simulations show that 2026 F1 cars will be only one to two seconds slower than current machinery. Officials explain why the first year of new regulations is not designed for maximum speed.
Max Verstappen and Yuki Tsunoda were both knocked out in Q1 at Interlagos, marking Red Bull’s first double elimination in nearly two decades and raising new pressure in the title fight.
Lando Norris edged Andrea Kimi Antonelli by under a tenth to take sprint pole at Interlagos, while Yuki Tsunoda’s disrupted preparation led to an SQ1 exit. Ferrari struggled, Aston Martin impressed, and a tight midfield battle defined the session.












