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The new rules made cars a combination of combustion and electrical power, meaning drivers had to carefully manage their battery. Photo: Xinhua
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Formula One chiefs unanimously agree to make rule changes after drivers’ criticism

Four-time world champion Max Verstappen called the new style of racing ‘a joke’ and hinted he would take a break from the sport in 2027.

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South Korea unveils plan to bring back Formula 1, tying up with K-culture

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Hainan hopes to make F1 race its ‘core engine’ as it builds ‘automotive culture’

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F1’s governing body has plenty to ponder about new rules during 5-week break

Oliver Bearman’s crash at the Japanese Grand Prix exposed the shortcomings of the hybrid power units and the element of energy management.

The Japanese Grand Prix exposed the shortcomings of the ⁠rules overhaul in Formula One. Photo: Reuters
The Japanese Grand Prix exposed the shortcomings of the ⁠rules overhaul in Formula One. Photo: Reuters
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F1: Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli overcomes bad start to win Japanese Grand Prix

Italian recovers after starting from pole and dropping to sixth to win second straight race, and becoming youngest championship leader ‌at 19.

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Antonelli claims pole position at Japanese Grand Prix ahead of teammate Russell

Two Mercedes drivers are followed by McLaren’s Oscar Piastri in third and Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc in fourth, with Max Verstappen down in 11th.

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McLaren’s Oscar Piastri outshines Mercedes duo to go fastest in Japan practice

Teenager Kimi Antonelli, who won career-first grand prix in China, finishes second, with early championship leader George Russell third.

McLaren’s Oscar Piastri hailed a “decent day” in the second practice for the Japanese Grand Prix. Photo: AFP
McLaren’s Oscar Piastri hailed a “decent day” in the second practice for the Japanese Grand Prix. Photo: AFP
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F1 Japanese Grand Prix: Verstappen asks journalist to ‘get out’ of media briefing

Dutchman says ‘I’m not speaking before he’s leaving’ as he sits down to take ‌questions in Red Bull’s hospitality area at Suzuka circuit.

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Max Verstappen’s Japanese Grand Prix win streak under threat as Mercedes dominate

The Red Bull driver has raged against the 2026 regulations and new car designs, branding them ‘anti-racing’ and likening them to a video game.

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Gulf’s decades-long strategy of sporting investment rocked by war

Since February, dozens of events due to be held have been cancelled or postponed, including football’s ‘Finalissima’, grands prix, MotoGP.

Gulf countries like Bahrain have invested vast sums of money in bringing global sporting events to their shores. Photo: Reuters
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How record F1 crowds are accelerating Shanghai’s bid to be a global sports hub

Setting a near 20-year attendance record, this year’s race strengthened the city’s case as global event venue – and China’s efforts to spur consumption.

Ferrari’s British driver Lewis Hamilton greets his supporters prior to the Formula One Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit. Photo: AFP
Ferrari’s British driver Lewis Hamilton greets his supporters prior to the Formula One Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit. Photo: AFP
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Verstappen slams F1 as ‘joke’ after being forced to retire from Chinese Grand Prix

Four-time world champion says new rules are ‘fundamentally flawed’ and fans who like the new overtaking rules ‘don’t understand racing’.

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Kimi Antonelli wins Chinese Grand Prix to become second-youngest Formula 1 victor

Mercedes teammate George Russell finishes second, followed by Lewis Hamilton, who claims his first podium for Ferrari.

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Formula 1 cancels races in Bahrain, Saudi Arabia due to conflict in Middle East

Formula 2, Formula 3 and F1 Academy rounds will also not take place during their scheduled slots in the countries.

Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton during qualifying in Saudi Arabia in 2025. Photo: Reuters
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Chinese Grand Prix: Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli youngest to take F1 pole position

Italian teen leads front-row lockout with teammate George Russell, erases record of Sebastian Vettel, who was 21 when he took pole in 2008.

Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli celebrates after qualifying in pole position for Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit. Photo: Reuters
Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli celebrates after qualifying in pole position for Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit. Photo: Reuters
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F1: Mercedes’ George Russell wins ‘pretty fun’ sprint race at Chinese Grand Prix

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton finished second and third, while an angry Max Verstappen of Red Bull ended up in ninth.

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Formula 1 races in Bahrain, Saudi ‘cancelled or postponed’, sources say

Announcement expected by Monday at the latest, with conflict in Middle East showing no signs of stopping.

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F1: George Russell puts Mercedes on pole for the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race

Briton secures first sprint pole of career as teammate Kimi Antonelli completes front-row lockout for Mercedes; Lando Norris happy with third.

Mercedes and George Russell were in dominant form at the Shanghai International Circuit. Photo: AP
Mercedes and George Russell were in dominant form at the Shanghai International Circuit. Photo: AP
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F1 Chinese Grand Prix: Hamilton returns to scene of first and only Ferrari win

Seven-time world champion, who won the sprint in Shanghai last year, sounds optimistic after making a decent start last week in Melbourne.

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Chinese Grand Prix: Shanghai sprint race presents ‘huge challenge’ in F1’s new era

Short race will need a different approach under new system, but the teams will have only one practice session to hone set-ups, strategies.

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China’s BYD explores entering Formula 1 in company’s first push into motor racing

Company is looking at options amid sport’s shift towards hybrid engines, but costs of up to US$500 million a season could be a big obstacle.

Top EV seller BYD, whose high-end Yangwang U9 recorded a top speed of more than 496km/h (308mph) in Germany last year, is considering entering competitive racing. Photo: AFP
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F1: Russell says ‘it’s been a long time’ as Mercedes dominate Australian Grand Prix

Briton Russell finishes almost three seconds ahead of teammate Kimi Antonelli, with Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc more than 15 seconds adrift.

Mercedes’ George Russell celebrates with teammates after winning the Australian Grand Prix. Photo: AFP
Mercedes’ George Russell celebrates with teammates after winning the Australian Grand Prix. Photo: AFP
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Mercedes’ Russell, Antonelli top in Australian GP qualifying, Verstappen crashes

Briton Russell lives up to pre-race ‘favourite’ tag while Dutch four-time world champion ⁠crashes out in first qualifying session.

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Aston Martin F1 car dangerous to drivers’ health, may not finish season-opener

Vibrations caused by Honda power unit could damage hands of Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll over course of race.

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Wings, power units, sons of DRS: a rough guide to Formula 1 rule changes for 2026

‘Revolutionary’ changes including smaller, lighter and more eco-sustainable cars could make the new season a very different one.

Spanish driver Fernando Alonso taking his new-look Aston Martin out for pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit last month. Photo: dpa
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