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26th June 2026

Formula 1

Alonso addresses speculation linking him to other teams

Amid speculation over his future, Fernando Alonso has shared his thoughts on the factors that will influence his decision.

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Formula 1

Hamilton rates chances of title push after first Ferrari win

Lewis Hamilton believes “the opportunity is there” to challenge for title glory in 2026, even if Ferrari have “a real battle on our hands” to build on their recent strong form and overhaul early pace-setters Mercedes.

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Formula 1

Hamilton a ‘big threat’ to championship bid – Russell

After Lewis Hamilton's return to victory last time out in Barcelona, George Russell thinks that his former team mate is a clear threat in the title fight.

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Formula 1

Verstappen on hopes for Red Bull's Austria upgrades

Red Bull are set to run an upgrade package at their home event in Austria, with Max Verstappen hopeful that this will bring "more performance to the car".

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Formula 1

Ferrari ‘pushing like crazy’ on updated power unit – Leclerc

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc is hopeful that the upgrade will contribute to a clean weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Antonelli reveals Mercedes' intra-team rules in Austria

Kimi Antonelli admits that claiming this year's Formula 1 title is "not going to be a walk in the park" and has explained Mercedes' new intra-team orders ahead of this weekend's Austrian Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Can Ferrari keep the momentum going in Austria?

F1.com’s Lawrence Barretto delves into the key talking points on Thursday at the Austrian Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

What does the Austrian GP ‘heat hazard’ declaration mean?

Another ‘heat hazard’ has been declared by Formula 1’s governing body, the FIA, ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix weekend. But what exactly does it mean for the teams and the drivers at Spielberg’s Red Bull Ring? F1.com offers an all-in-one reminder…

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Formula 1

Why Aston Martin are committed to a bold upgrade schedule

Recent weeks have seen a Formula 1 development war well underway with most teams bringing new parts almost every race, and rivals carefully checking the FIA’s official list of aerodynamic upgrades.

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Formula 1

Piastri reveals plan for McLaren’s ‘experimental’ rear wing

McLaren are set to run an “experimental” rear wing during Friday practice at the Austrian Grand Prix, with Oscar Piastri confirming that it will only be tested – and not raced – at this stage.

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MotoGP

MotoGP and Yamaha announce new Moto3 project for the next generation of Grand Prix racing

A new vision for accessible, global and talent-driven racing is set to begin in 2028.

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MotoGP

Media day dispatch: getting the ball rolling in Assen

The 2027 contract announcements have begun, as Thursday sees us hear from Marc Marquez, Acosta, Bagnaia and more ahead of track action kicking off.

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25th June 2026

Formula 1

Ferrari confirm power unit update for Austrian GP weekend

Ferrari have shared plans to introduce a power unit upgrade at this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix, with the team “working relentlessly” to exploit development opportunities.

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Formula 1

LIVE COVERAGE: Build-up ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix

Live coverage of all the build-up ahead of the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix weekend.

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Formula 1

Which rookies are getting FP1 outings in Austria?

A few different names will appear on the timesheets during first practice at the Austrian Grand Prix.

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BBC

FIA proposal to end presidency term limits approved

Formula 1's governing body the FIA passes a proposal to end term limits for its president by a majority of more than 90%.

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Formula 1

Best value early bets for the Austrian Grand Prix

We’ve assessed the latest betting markets and selected our pick of early bets offering the best value at the Red Bull Ring.

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Formula 1

Everything you need to know about the Red Bull Ring

After a week off, F1 returns to action this weekend with the Austrian Grand Prix. But how much do you know about the Red Bull Ring track? F1.com has your all-in-one guide…

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Formula 1

Facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2026 Austrian GP

As F1 heads to the Red Bull Ring for the Austrian Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.

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The Guardian

Austrian Grand Prix declared F1 heat hazard race amid European heatwave

Formula One’s governing body has declared a heat ⁠hazard for the Austrian Grand Prix at Spielberg’s Red ⁠Bull Ring ⁠this ​weekend, the first time this season that the designation has ⁠been used.

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BBC

Austrian GP declared heat-hazard race amid heatwave

This weekend's Austrian Grand Prix is declared a heat-hazard race by Formula 1's governing body the FIA.

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MotoGP

Bagnaia signs four-year Aprilia Racing deal from 2027

The #63 will move to create an all-Italian Aprilia lineup alongside Bezzecchi next year.

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Formula 1

Our early Bet Builder tips for the Austrian Grand Prix

Our expert betting writers have picked a four-leg early Bet Builder, including a podium finish, top-six finish, points finish and Safety Car appearance.

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Formula 1

An exclusive look into Ollie Bearman's off-track life

Lawrence Barretto’s F1 TV series Off The Grid – where he spends time with the great and the good of the F1 paddock away from the racetrack – is back for a second season. To kick things off, he travels to Monaco to meet with Haas' Ollie Bearman.

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Formula 1

Battig announced as Wild Card entry for Silverstone

Chiara Battig has been confirmed as the Wild Card entry for Round 3 of the 2026 F1 ACADEMY season, with the all-female series set to make its debut at Silverstone.

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Formula 1

Briatore hints at Alpine’s plan to keep Colapinto into 2027

Flavio Briatore reflected on Franco Colapinto’s improvement as a driver in this week’s Beyond The Grid.

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24th June 2026

Formula 1

What is the weather forecast for the Austrian Grand Prix?

The weather forecast is in ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix weekend at the Red Bull Ring.

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Formula 1

What tyres will the teams and drivers have for Austria?

Pirelli have confirmed the tyre compounds that will be in use for the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

5 drivers most likely to win the Austrian Grand Prix

We look at the betting markets to see who bookmakers are backing to win in Austria.

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Formula 1

QUIZ: Formula 1 World Champions and their sons

Plenty of F1 champions have seen their sons go into racing too, with varying degrees of success.

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Formula 1

How to stream the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix on F1 TV Premium

Here is all the information you need to follow the Austrian Grand Prix weekend live on F1 TV.

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MotoGP

Confirmed: Acosta joins Marc Marquez at Ducati for 2027 and 2028

The #37 will switch orange for red next season as he moves to the Ducati Lenovo Team.

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Formula 1

Norris meets his Madame Tussauds London waxwork

A figure of McLaren’s Lando Norris will feature at wax museum Madame Tussauds London from this summer.

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MotoGP

Ducati bid farewell to Bagnaia

The #63 is confirmed to leave the Ducati Lenovo Team at the end of 2026.

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MotoGP

MotoGP Group and all 11 teams sign 2027-2031 agreement

MotoGP Group and all the 11 MotoGP Teams have now signed agreements governing their participation in the FIM MotoGP World Championship from 2027 to 2031.

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MotoGP

Assen classics: the best of the Dutch GP

After over 100 years of Dutch GP history, and Assen remains unpredictable. Relive some of the best races of the years for FREE!.

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MotoGP

HOT HEADLINES: history up for the making as MotoGP heads for Assen

Twists aplenty in Brno set up another adrenaline-fuelled weekend at the historic TT Circuit Assen.

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MotoGP

TIME SCHEDULE: Tissot Grand Prix of the Netherlands

Get ready for the 10th instalment of MotoGP action as we head to one of the most infamous venues – the TT Circuit Assen. Saddle up!.

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MotoGP

DESTINATION ASSEN: the Netherlands hosts MotoGP at the Cathedral of Speed

The home of Dutch motorcycle racing and the last weekend in June… your trip to Assen will be just as good off-track as it will be on it.

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Formula 1

Cadillac share details of 'substantial' Austria upgrades

Cadillac are hopeful their latest upgrades will take them closer to scoring their first points of the 2026 season.

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Formula 1

The key way Ferrari have looked to tackle tyre degradation

Ferrari’s new rear wheel rims were a significant part of the upgrade the team brought to Barcelona last week and they have been credited with improving the thermal degradation of the car’s tyres.

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Formula 1

Stroll explains what he’s learned after almost 10 years in F1

Lance Stroll has given some insight into how much he has grown as an F1 driver since his arrival on the grid almost 10 years ago, as well as highlighting the key lessons he has picked up along the way.

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Formula 1

FIA’s WMSC ratifies F1 regulatory changes for 2027 and 2028

On Tuesday, the World Motor Sport Council (WMSC) held their mid-2026 meeting during the FIA Conference in Macau, with various updates to the 2026 Sporting, Technical and Financial Regulations being approved, and proposed changes for 2027 and 2028 being ratified.

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Formula 1

Why Alonso's influence on the driver market is as strong as ever

Lawrence Barretto digs into the latest ongoings in the F1 driver market, with Fernando Alonso's decision on his future one of the key factors.

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23rd June 2026

Formula 1

What F1 drivers have been up to before Austria

With an extra weekend between the Barcelona-Catalunya and Austrian Grand Prix, here’s a recap of everything the F1 drivers have been up to.

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MotoGP

Watch the Dutch GP like never before

MotoGP fans can enjoy the thrill of race day, and see all the action at the UK’s most visited attraction as we go lights out at the Outernet London.

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Formula 1

Laura Mueller on settling in as Ocon’s race engineer

As we celebrate International Women in Engineering Day, F1.com chats to Laura Mueller about her first 18 months as Race Engineer to Esteban Ocon at Haas, and the journey she has been on along the way.

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MotoGP

MotoGP appoints CAA Sports as exclusive global sponsorship agency

A new agreement aims to accelerate the evolution of its commercial programme and unlock new partnership opportunities worldwide.

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MotoGP

Marc Marquez confirmed with the Ducati Lenovo Team in 2027 and 2028

It’s official! The #93 will stay with Ducati as a new era of MotoGP begins next year.

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BBC

Is Gasly's podium justice or a can of worms best left unopened? F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Austrian Grand Prix.

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BBC

How to follow Austrian Grand Prix on the BBC

All the key BBC coverage details for the Austrian Grand Prix, which takes place from 26-28 June.

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Formula 1

Austrian Grand Prix betting guide and latest odds

Our experts bring you all the important betting information you need before making your Austria predictions.

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Formula 1

PODCAST: Listen to F1 Nation's Austrian GP preview

The F1 Nation crew are on hand to run through the main talking points ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

How reliability is reshaping F1 title betting markets

Kimi Antonelli’s retirement from the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix was the latest in a string of reliability issues that are impacting the F1 title race.

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Formula 1

Hamilton ‘can stick middle finger up’ to doubters – Norris

Lando Norris was happy to see Lewis Hamilton return to the top step of the podium with his maiden victory for Ferrari at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

5 storylines we're excited about ahead of the Austrian GP

Chris Medland picks out the biggest talking points as F1 heads to Austria for the eighth round of the 2026 season.

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MotoGP

Holeshot devices banned from Assen, grid layout to change from Germany

A new GPC confirms some regulation changes set to come into force soon.

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22nd June 2026

Formula 1

7 top athletes who enjoyed amazing late-career resurgences

Aged 41, Lewis Hamilton has found a new lease of life at Ferrari, but which other sports stars have enjoyed late-career resurgences?.

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Formula 1

What time is the 2026 Austrian GP and how can I watch it?

Here are all the timings – along with all the additional information you need – for the eighth Grand Prix weekend of the 2026 season from the Red Bull Ring.

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Formula 1

Smedley shares insider view of Hamilton at Ferrari

Rob Smedley has given his take on Lewis Hamilton’s turnaround from struggling at the back of the field to winning with Ferrari, explaining how former colleagues at the famous Italian marque “absolutely love him” and are “putting him on a pedestal”.

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MotoGP

Talking Points: "We are in the game"

Get stuck into all the stories and headlines after an unforgettable trip to Brno for Round 9 of the season!.

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21st June 2026

MotoGP

Masterful Marc Marquez beats Ogura and Bagnaia for mammoth Brno win

The reigning World Champion earns a monstrous victory by 0.4s over the Japanese star in Czechia to reduce the gap to Bezzecchi to just 40 points.

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Formula 1

The best F1 driver starting XI as voted for by you

The Formula 1 driver World Cup starting XI, as voted for by you.

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Formula 1

Why Honda are not giving up after tricky start with Aston Martin

F1.com's Lawrence Barretto speaks with Honda Racing Corporation President Koji Watanabe as their relationship with Aston Martin gets off to a challenging start.

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MotoGP

Aprilia confirmed to not appeal further, Bezzecchi will not race in Brno

The penalty has been accepted and the team will not take a further step in appealing to the CAI.

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MotoGP

Emotional Bezzecchi heads trackside to apologise to marshal

The #72 headed out to the marshal post to make amends on Sunday morning.

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MotoGP

FIM Appeal Stewards uphold ruling on Bezzecchi

Aprilia Racing’s appeal to the FIM MotoGP Appeal Stewards has been denied.

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MotoGP

FIM MotoGP Stewards suspend Bezzecchi from the Czech GP

Emotions boiled over on Saturday following his crash out the Sprint, leaving the #72 on the sidelines for Sunday.

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MotoGP

Bagnaia holds off Ogura and Marquez for sublime Sprint gold

The #63 puts in an imperious Sprint with a close finish at the front as Bezzecchi slides out on Saturday.

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20th June 2026

MotoGP

Alex Marquez withdraws from the Czech GP

The #73 has decided to sit out the rest of the weekend to focus on his recovery.

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MotoGP

Ogura smashes Brno lap record for maiden MotoGP pole

The #79 continues his charge in Czechia, heading Di Giannantonio and Bagnaia on the front row at Brno.

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Formula 1

The F1 drivers with the longest gap between first and last wins

Lewis Hamilton’s victory at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix means he has now extended his own record of the longest winning career in Formula 1 history, but who else comes closest to matching the seven-time champ?.

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Formula 1

Russell reflects on his Mercedes career in photos

George Russell hit a century of Grands Prix with Mercedes in Barcelona – a journey that began as a one-off replacement for Lewis Hamilton back in 2020, and has taken him to title contention under F1’s all-new 2026 era.

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Formula 1

Why Madrid’s La Monumental corner lives up to its name

Turn 12 at the new Madring circuit promises to be a corner unlike any other in F1.

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MotoGP

Ogura magnificent to top Friday at Brno

The Japanese star has had a podium in MotoGP but chases a first victory: he’s started his quest off perfectly this weekend.

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Formula 1

Wolff 'to discuss' Mercedes intra-team rules with drivers

Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff admits that how George Russell and Kimi Antonelli battle each other is something "we need to discuss with them for the future", due to the increasing threat of Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari.

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MotoGP

Alex Marquez declared fit for remainder of Czech GP

The #73 will be out on track for the full Czech GP weekend after a solid start on Friday.

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19th June 2026

Formula 1

The exclusive club of British Ferrari winners

F1 Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne looks at the magnificent seven Brits who have tasted F1 glory with Ferrari.

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Formula 1

Crawford to get another FP1 run with Aston Martin in Austria

Aston Martin have announced that their third driver, Jak Crawford, will take part in his latest Free Practice 1 session at the Austrian Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Where Audi's main focus lies after a season of near misses

Audi's 2026 has shown plenty of promise already, but there is one key area the team need to focus on to boost performance.

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MotoGP

MotoGP Group and Aprilia, Ducati, Honda, KTM and Yamaha sign 2027-2031 agreement

Brno hosts an exciting announcement for the future of MotoGP.

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MotoGP

Marc Marquez blasts to P1 in FP1 with Bezzecchi 16th

The reigning World Champion was under the race lap record on Friday morning whilst the 2026 Championship leader couldn’t get in his groove.

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BBC

Mercedes withdraw Monaco Grand Prix appeal

Mercedes withdraw their appeal against the result of the Monaco Grand Prix.

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BBC

Mercedes withdraw Monaco Grand Prix appeal

Mercedes withdraw their appeal against the result of the Monaco Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

Mercedes withdraw Right of Review request over Monaco result

Mercedes have announced that they have withdrawn their Right of Review request over the results of the Monaco Grand Prix.

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MotoGP

Media Day Dispatch: kick-off in Czechia!

Mix World Cup fever and MotoGP, and you've got yourselves a proper weekend of action - here's what you might have missed from Thursday as MotoGP bounces into Brno.

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Formula 1

Vasseur urges Ferrari to ‘stay calm’ amid title talk

Fred Vasseur has explained how he will be trying to keep Ferrari “calm” as the 2026 campaign develops, after Lewis Hamilton’s breakthrough win for the team generated talk of a championship challenge.

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Formula 1

Where Hamilton now ranks among the oldest GP winners

Lewis Hamilton recently secured his maiden Grand Prix victory with Ferrari at the age of 41 – who does he join on the list of oldest race winners?.

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Formula 1

Mercedes reveal unusual issue that impacted Russell in Spain

Mercedes have shared how George Russell was battling a “very, very oversteery” car in the closing stages of the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, due to an “incorrect” balance adjustment during his final pit stop.

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18th June 2026

MotoGP

MotoGP to stage first immersive London watch party at the UK’s most visited attraction

The Outernet gears up to host a full immersive race-day experience of the most exciting sport on Earth.

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Formula 1

Coulthard assesses Hamilton’s chances of 2026 title push

Former F1 driver turned television pundit David Coulthard believes that Lewis Hamilton is back to his best – and has a genuine shot at fighting for the 2026 world title – following the Briton’s breakthrough win for Ferrari in Barcelona.

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MotoGP

Alex Marquez given green light to take part in FP1

The #73 will be out on track for the first session before a medical review on Friday morning.

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MotoGP

Mikihiko Kawase appointed Honda HRC Castrol Team Manager from 2027

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MotoGP

SuperFile Trackhouse MotoGP team welcomes Francesco Guidotti as team manager

The Italian joins the team effective immediately, ready to make his debut in the House at Brno.

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Formula 1

Who is 'Italian Bono' Carlo Santi and how is he helping Hamilton?

Lewis Hamilton finally stood on the top step of the podium for the first time in Ferrari colours last weekend after taking victory in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

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Formula 1

‘Operationally we weren’t good enough’ says frustrated Komatsu

Haas started the season strongly, with Ollie Bearman delivering a big haul of points at the opening two races. As such, the American outfit were in the thick of the midfield fight – but since bolting on their first big upgrade package, their form has faded.

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Formula 1

Barcelona showed what Cadillac are lacking, admits Perez

High-speed corners and hot temperatures highlighted Cadillac's weaknesses in Barcelona.

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Formula 1

QUIZ: 10 questions on maiden Ferrari victories

Lewis Hamilton sealed his first victory with Ferrari on Sunday – here are 10 questions about some other drivers' maiden wins with the Scuderia.

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17th June 2026

Formula 1

‘If he smells blood, he goes’ – Wolff on Hamilton title threat

Hamilton claimed his first Grand Prix victory for Ferrari last weekend in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, becoming the first driver to beat Mercedes on a Sunday this year.

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Formula 1

Aston Martin struggles ‘weighing on everyone’ says Krack

After the troubled start to the 2026 season, Aston Martin Team Principal Adrian Newey made a bold decision to focus on one major upgrade package for later in the year, rather than a series of smaller updates.

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Formula 1

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