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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
Hamilton might be off to a rocky start in his new Ferrari adventure on the F1 grid, but when it comes to the runway, he’s already on pole position. The seven-time world champion has graced the cover of Vogue’s coveted Met Gala edition, looking every bit the fashion icon in a sleek black-and-white tuxedo.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
Fresh off a productive double points finish in Bahrain, the Haas F1 Team is set to enter the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend with newfound momentum – and cautious optimism. With Esteban Ocon and rookie Oliver Bearman securing P8 and P10 respectively at Sakhir, the US outfit currently sits fifth in the Constructors’ Championship with 20 points, marking one of its strongest season starts in recent years.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
In the high-strung world of Formula 1, where egos often eclipse humility, four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel has spotlighted McLaren’s Lando Norris as a beacon of authenticity and a genuine “role model”. Norris currently leads the Drivers’ standings after four rounds, but the Briton has been openly self-critical about his struggles with McLaren’s MCL39. The 25-year-old’s mindset and vulnerability has sparked debate about whether he has the “right mentality” to become a world champion.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
George Russell is reportedly on the verge of signing a lucrative new deal with Mercedes that would keep the rising star with the Silver Arrows until the end of 2028 — and it comes with a jaw-dropping pay bump.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
As Formula 1 prepares for this weekend’s event in Saudi Arabia, the kingdom is signaling ambitions that extend far beyond hosting a race. Prince Khalid bin Sultan Al-Abdullah Al-Faisal, chairman of the Saudi Automobile and Motorcycle Federation, has revealed Saudi Arabia’s interest in acquiring a Formula 1 team, a move that could cement the nation’s growing influence in the sport.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
At 85, Sir Jackie Stewart likely drove his final lap in an F1 car last weekend at the Bahrain Grand Prix. On board his 1973 title-winning Tyrrell 006, the three-time World Champion cruised behind the safety car in a poignant exhibition run, marking what he believes was his ultimate run behind the wheel of a Grand Prix racer. The event, steeped in nostalgia, coincided with the 75th anniversary of F1 and the 60th anniversary of Stewart’s debut, amplifying its emotional weight.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
Oscar Piastri’s commanding victory in last Sunday’s Bahrain Grand Prix brought to light once again a critical trait fueling the Australian driver’s meteoric rise, according to McLaren team boss Andrea Stella. Starting from pole, Piastri delivered a flawless performance, securing his second win of the 2025 season and closing the gap to teammate Lando Norris to just three points in the Drivers’ Championship.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
Jack Doohan’s rookie season with Alpine is apparently on solid ground, with the Australian driver reportedly meeting the team’s expectations, quelling fears of an early exit. Speculation had swirled even before the start of the 2025 F1 season that Alpine might replace Doohan with reserve driver Franco Colapinto if he faltered in the opening races. However, recent performances have eased those concerns, potentially ensuring the 22-year-old’s place for the full campaign.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
Red Bull were clearly disappointed with the outcome of last weekend’s Bahrain Grand Prix, despite their double points finish, but team boss Christian Horner still offered a positive view on Yuki Tsunoda’s ninth-place finish with his new team. In a race plagued by pit stop troubles, tyre woes, and lingering car imbalances, Max Verstappen could do no better than sixth. But Tsunoda’s result marked his first points with Red Bull.
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1 week ago | 
f1i.com | Phillip van Osten
Toto Wolff hailed George Russell’s “unbelievable drive” at the Bahrain Grand Prix, where the British driver secured a hard-fought second place despite grappling with multiple technical issues on his Mercedes W16. Russell’s composure under pressure earned high praise from the team principal, who highlighted his driver’s skill in managing a “wounded” car to clinch a podium finish. The Briton’s race was marred by a cascade of problems.
