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Lando Norris sinks cash into firm targeting £500m valuation
Formula 1 NASCAR IndyCar MotoGP Yahoo Racing is powered by Motorsport Network, providing expert reporting, analysis, and insider access across the world’s top racing series. Lando Norris sinks cash into firm targeting £500m valuation Lando Norris has added premium ticketing platform Seat Unique to his investment portfolio, joining a £20million funding round as the British company targets a £500 million valuation.
Horner reveals panic attacks and questions ‘brutal’ Red Bull exit Original
Christian Horner has opened up about the personal toll of his departure from Red Bull, revealing that he suffered panic attacks and struggled with the loss of the identity he had built during two decades leading the Formula 1 team. Speaking to The Guardian, the former team principal also described his disappointment with Helmut Marko in the days before his dismissal, addressed speculation linking him with Ferrari and explained why ownership would be central to his preferred return to the sport.
Zpátky na vrchol - Historie týmu F1 McLaren Racing
Domů Knihy Zpátky na vrchol - Historie týmu F1 McLaren Racing Přehled Koupit Koupit eknihu Antikvariát Jen málo jmen v motorsportu má stejný zvuk jako McLaren – a po vítězství v Poháru konstruktérů 2024 se tým pod vedením Zaka Browna opět vrací do velkolepé formy. Na začátku roku 2023 byli druhým nejpomalejším týmem na startovním roštu, ale po dramatickém obratu v polovině sezony skončili jako druzí nejrychlejší.
David Coulthard - pierwszy bohater Red Bull Racing [fragment książki]
David Coulthard w bolidzie Red Bull Racing Fragment Kilka tygodni przez zatrudnieniem Hornera i Steinera zespół podpisał kontrakt z doświadczonym kierowcą wyścigowym, Davidem Coulthardem. Szkot został zwolniony przez McLarena, który postanowił zastąpić go Juanem Pablo Montoyą. Coulthard zaczynał w kartingu w wieku 11 lat, a następnie pokonywał kolejne szczeble, takie jak Brytyjska Formuła Ford i Formuła 3000, gdzie obracał się w tych samych kręgach kierowców co Horner.
Enzo Lopes: Brazil’s Hopeful Seeks Redemption in 2025 World Supercross Championship
A fourth-place finish in 2024 was far from a failure. It marked a crucial step in Lopes’ recovery and return to top form after a routine arm procedure went wrong in late 2023, leaving him with limited mobility and putting his professional future in jeopardy. His comeback to near-podium contention, despite a lingering physical handicap, proved that he still belongs among the sport’s elite.
Dietrich Mateschitz - Austriak, który stworzył imperium Red Bull Racing
Team Red Bull Racing, w środku Dietrich Mateschitz Fragment: Zespoły Formuły 1 bardzo rzadko są budowane od zera — one raczej ewoluują. Pracownicy, fabryki, wyposażenie, samochody, to wszystko niejako przechodzi z rąk do rąk. Zmienia się ich właściciel. Gdy jednak 15 listopada 2004 roku Dietrich Mateschitz, założyciel Red Bulla, kupował upadającego Jaguara, ta transakcja niosła ze sobą coś innego.
Max Verstappen i Red Bull Racing - współpraca, która zdefiniowała nową erę Formuły 1
Max Verstappen podczas Free Practice 2 Formuła 1 Grand Prix Hiszpanii W jego drodze na szczyt nie chodzi tylko liczby i pobite rekordy, lecz o odwagę, łamanie schematów, konsekwentne dążenie do celu i nieustępliwość, o czym wspomina Ben Hunt w książce "Rozwijając skrzydła. Zakulisowa historia zespołu Red Bull Racing". Oto jej fragment.
Tech Tuesday: The Airbag System
Supercross is a sport that demands not only skill and talent, but also bravery and resilience. Injuries are not just common – they’re inevitable – and riders and teams often focus on simply surviving the calendar before they can think about topping the standings. Alpinestars – a brand synonymous with the very best competitors in MotoGP and Formula 1 – has revolutionised safety with the introduction of the Tech-Air® MX.
Meet the World Supercross Riders SX2
News Riders & Teams Here are the 2025 riders competing in the SX2 class in the FIM World Supercross Championship. The World Supercross SX2 class if full with exciting talent, including Haiden Deegan and Max Anstie. This category is going to be hotly contested and features some incredible wildcard selections. Here’s your SX2 riders for 2025.
Meet the World Supercross Teams
News Riders & Teams World Supercross 2025 Meet the teams for the 2025 World Supercross Championship. Manufacturer: Honda Team Principal: Yarrive Konsky Team Origin: Australia SX1 Riders: Christian Craig, Joey Savatgy SX2 Riders: Shane McElrath, Brodie Connolly The Honda factory association with World Supercross continues in 2025. The Honda-backed outfit was crowned 2024 Team Champion and will be looking to build on that success this year.
Daniił Kwiat - talent, który nie wykorzystał szansy w Red Bull Racing [fragment książki]
Fragment książki Podczas październikowego Grand Prix Japonii Niemiec zaskoczył cały świat Formuły 1 informacją, że odchodzi z Red Bull Racing. Dzień wcześniej powiedział Hornerowi, że zamierza aktywować zapis w kontrakcie, umożliwiający mu odejście z zespołu z końcem sezonu 2014. Klauzula ta mogła być wykorzystana pod warunkiem, że z końcem września Vettel będzie się plasował poza pierwszą trójką w klasyfikacji mistrzostw świata kierowców.
Rozwijając skrzydła. Zakulisowa historia zespołu Red Bull Racing
Historia outsidera, który został hegemonem Formuły 1! Oto opowieść o tym, jak marzyciel bez kompleksów wtargnął do uniwersum najbardziej wymagającego i zespołowego sportu na świecie i zdominował tory królowej motorsportu na niespotykaną dotąd skalę. Dietrich Mateschitz działał w myśl zasady ,,nie ma ryzyka, nie ma zabawy" - przejął upadającego Jaguara i przeobraził go w najbardziej bezkompromisową ekipę w dziejach F1.
Lando Norris turns setback into strength with new mental approach
Lando Norris’s response to a frustrating qualifying session at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix revealed more than just his disappointment - it hinted at a new psychological approach that could prove vital in his pursuit of the F1 title. Lando Norris failed to capitalise on his teammate's crash in qualifying in Baku. Photo: RacePictures The opportunity is there every single weekend to be on pole. I try and do that every weekend, and today I struggled more because of not making the best decision.
Laura Villars’ FIA presidency bid: Trailblazer or publicity play?
Until a few days ago, I had never heard of Laura Villars, the 28-year-old Swiss racing driver who recently made the unusual announcement that she intends to run for the FIA Presidency in the upcoming elections. Current FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem | Photo: Race Pictures It is perhaps not surprising that her name was unfamiliar to many within the paddock.
Sebastian Vettel kontra Mark Webber. Konflikt, który rozpalił Formułę 1
Kierowcy zespołu Red Bull Racing, Mark Webber i Sebastian Vettel podczas konferencji prasowej. 4 kwietnia 2010 r., Sepang w Malezji Fragment książki "Rozwijając skrzydła. Zakulisowa historia zespołu Red Bull Racing". Zbliżające się zakończenie kariery Coultharda szybko stało się najgorzej strzeżoną tajemnicą w całej F1.
How Wheatley wants Sauber to use Hulkenberg podium momentum in Audi transformation
Jonathan Wheatley says he is relishing the chance to carry Sauber’s mid-season momentum into 2026, as the team transitions into the Audi Formula 1 outfit. Wheatley officially joined Sauber in April after leaving Red Bull and has already overseen steady improvements during his short tenure as team principal.
Why F1 will miss Horner after his Red Bull exit had hallmarks of his arrival 20 years ago
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How Christian Horner’s Red Bull exit mirrored his arrival and why it will impact F1
From day one at Red Bull Christian Horner was fully aware of the ruthlessness in F1. So perhaps Wednesday’s announcement that he was being “released from his operational duties” shouldn’t have come as such a bolt from the blue. When we spoke during the writing of Growing Wings: The Inside Story of Red Bull Racing, Horner recounted how he was asked to wait in the car park while Red Bull’s legal team dismissed the team’s original principal, Tony Purnell.
Keanu Reeves to star in new Cadillac F1 team documentary
Keanu Reeves will front a new documentary charting Cadillac's journey to be on the Formula 1 grid for 2026. Following the streaming success of Emmy-award-winning Brawn: The Impossible Formula 1 Story, Reeves will now tell the story of the new American F1 team ahead of next year's season-opener in Australia.
Formula 1 and Motorsport Network unveil 2025 Global F1 Fan Survey
Formula 1 and Motorsport Network - the world’s largest motorsport media company - today (1 July) release the 2025 Global F1 Fan Survey, a recurring study conducted every four years to track how fan engagement is evolving across the series globally. Based on more than 100,000 responses from self-identified, highly engaged fans in 186 countries, the findings offer a detailed snapshot of the modern race fan's mindset.
America's ascent: Cadillac builds its F1 dream with inspiration from NASA
The race has already started for Cadillac as it prepares to enter Formula 1 for 2026. Starting from scratch, to design, build and test its F1 car before heading to Australia for the season-opening race is made even more pressing by the short timeline. Cadillac has had a little over 11 months when it received confirmation that its application to join the series was finally approved after the initial request was denied. The team’s arrival is special.
F1 British Grand Prix - Start time, how to watch, & more
The British Grand Prix is set to be packed to the rafters as nearly 500,000 fans are expected to descend on Silverstone across this weekend. Lando Norris is going in search of back-to-back wins after his victory in Austria last weekend, which saw him slice Oscar Piastri’s lead in the championship to just 15 points. Norris is yet to win his home race; could he do so in 2025? One driver who has won at Silverstone is Lewis Hamilton.
Red Bull admits F1 title hopes in tatters after Max Verstappen’s Austrian GP clash Original
Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko has conceded defeat in the Formula 1 world championship after Max Verstappen was taken out of the Austrian Grand Prix by Andrea Kimi Antonelli. Verstappen was struck by Antonelli on the opening lap and dumped out of the race and now trails championship leader Oscar Piastri by 61 points. Piastri finished second, behind his McLaren team-mate Lando Norris, as the papaya-coloured team flexed its superior pace advantage.
Extraordinary collection of McLaren cars go up for sale
An exclusive collection of 20 McLaren road cars belonging to the team’s former shareholder is being put up for sale. The models all belong to the late Mansour Ojjeh, the French-Saudi entrepreneur and former owner of TAG Heuer and McLaren Group shareholder, who passed away in June 2021.
Why Norris' F1 title fight recovery has come at the perfect time
Lando Norris claimed a commanding victory in the Austrian Grand Prix to lead a McLaren 1-2 around the Red Bull Ring and the Briton's third race win of the year has come at a crucial time in this Formula 1 season.
“Making love to his f****** exhaust” - Horner baffled by McLaren's F1 Austrian GP stamina
Christian Horner has revealed he is baffled by the way McLaren is mastering Formula 1’s technical regulations this season to prevent extreme tyre wear at hot tracks like Austria. The Red Bull boss watched as his team’s 77-race point-scoring streak was ended after Max Verstappen crashed out and Yuki Tsunoda finished last in the Austrian Grand Prix.
Why three F1 rookies had very different emotions after Q3 in Austrian GP qualifying
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Why three F1 rookies had very different emotions after Q3 in Austrian GP qualifying Original
The 2025 Formula 1 grid has plenty of rookies as five drivers are currently contesting their first, full season in the championship while Franco Colapinto is also a relative newbie. Some of them have impressed, particularly at this weekend’s Austrian Grand Prix as Liam Lawson, Gabriel Bortoleto and Andrea Kimi Antonelli all reached Q3. So, what did they have to say after the session?
Vasseur to miss F1 Austrian GP for Ferrari
Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur will not be at Sunday’s Austrian Grand Prix after the Formula 1 team announced he had travelled home for “personal reasons”. The Frenchman will be replaced by Jerome d’Ambrosio on the pitwall in his capacity as deputy team principal. It comes after Vasseur lashed out at the Italian media during the Canadian Grand Prix weekend, where he said journalists should remember they are dealing with “people and not things”.
Why Norris’s Austrian GP pole is his most significant moment since Australia
There was no screaming or shouting. And yes, it was only qualifying, but Lando Norris’ performance on Saturday around the Red Bull Ring felt like a significant moment in the McLaren driver’s season. The manner in which Norris took pole, finishing 0.521s ahead of Charles Leclerc, was mighty impressive. He’d already taken provisional pole and then went even quicker with a second flying lap.
Quartararo “needs a winning project now” as Yamaha MotoGP frustrations mount
Fabio Quartararo has told Yamaha in no uncertain terms that he “needs a winning project now” to remain with the MotoGP squad. The 2021 world champion has grown frustrated with the Japanese marque after it was plagued by poor performance and reliability issues over recent years. Quartararo, who twice led practice for this weekend’s Dutch Grand Prix, has only been on the podium once in the past two years with his last victory being Germany in 2022.
Charles Leclerc “probably” won’t like driving F1’s “less enjoyable” 2026 cars Original
Charles Leclerc has given a concerning update on the new Formula 1 cars for the 2026 season - saying “it’s not the most enjoyable race car I’ve driven”. His assessment comes after he was asked how much time he was spending honing the new challenger for next year at the team’s Maranello HQ. Leclerc revealed that he is spending half the simulator time on the 2025 car and the other half on next year’s model, which will see F1 undergo its biggest ever regulation change.
F1 Austrian GP: When and how to watch the race live, TV channel, standings
Formula 1 rolls into the Styrian mountains, which provide the backdrop to the glorious Red Bull Ring. Despite being one of the shortest circuits on the calendar, the home of the Austrian Grand Prix is one of the fastest tracks and always serves up plenty of action that you won't want to miss. Going into this weekend's race, McLaren’s Lando Norris will be looking to make amends for crashing out last time in Canada.
What Carlos Sainz Sr's withdrawal means for FIA leadership contest
And then there was one. Perhaps we should not have been surprised to see Carlos Sainz Sr decide not to pursue a late push for the FIA presidency. After all, last month, , the majority of which are based in the Americas. The letter gushed about his leadership, with its signatories “expressing their gratitude for his service, commitment and vision”. It came at a time when Ben Sulayem needed it most.
Turkey pushing for F1 return should Madrid not feature in 2026
Turkish Grand Prix bosses are ready to step in and host a Formula 1 grand prix in 2026 should the new Madrid circuit not be constructed in time. F1 confirmed the 2026 calendar on 10 June, which included a race in the Spanish capital for the debut of the newly-built Madring circuit. Construction on the 5.4km layout that will have a dizzying 22 corners, including a banked bend, has already begun but is facing stiff opposition from a local political group.
What F1 must change after Red Bull's Canadian GP protest
Red Bull’s decision to appeal the result of the Canadian Grand Prix drew widespread criticism, with Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff branding it “petty” and “embarrassing". The ensuing delay in confirming the race result drew negative reactions from both fans and the media alike. It took more than five and a half hours for George Russell’s victory to be officially confirmed by the FIA, after he was cleared of any wrongdoing by the stewards.
FIA loses another senior figure as Mariani departs
Formula 1’s governing body, the FIA, has axed another senior figure as part of a management shake-up. Sara Mariani, who was the organisation’s Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) director for the past 18 months, will now leave her position. The BBC reported that Mariani wrote in a note in her out-of-office email, saying: "It is, sadly, time to say goodbye. I loved the ride, I enjoyed every minute of it. "I enjoyed the amazing work we did and my incredibly talented team.
Arrow McLaren apologises for Siegel’s explicit outburst as wider feud rumbles on
Nolan Siegel’s extraordinary radio rant during the Gateway race at the World Wide Technology Raceway last Sunday was nothing short of spectacular. If you missed it: on lap 83, Penske's Scott McLaughlin took the inside line into Turn 2 in an attempt to pass Siegel, only for the Arrow McLaren driver to defend by blocking the move. Moving in reaction to an overtaking attempt by blocking is not permitted under IndyCar rules due to the safety risks involved.
Vowles commits future to Williams with long-time F1 deal
Williams Formula 1 team principal James Vowles has signed a new long-term deal with the squad. Vowles joined Williams in 2023 from Mercedes, where he held the role of motorsport strategy director, and had initially spoken about the daunting task he faced in turning the team around. The 45-year-old famously commented that much of the team’s car build was still run off an Excel spreadsheet.
What you will love about 'F1: The Movie'
Forget everything you’ve seen on social media, or what you’ve read about the new Formula 1 movie - you should absolutely go and see it. If not only to form your own opinions on F1 and see the latest attempt to bring the series into Hollywood. The championship's owners are desperate to crack the US audience and capitalise on the post Drive to Survive lull, so taking it to the big screen – with a huge budget and outstanding access – is one way to attempt it. Will it work?
Why taking over five hours to confirm Russell's Canadian GP win is bad for F1
For a championship that’s measured in nanoseconds, five hours and thirty minutes is an eternity. Incredibly, in a world of high-definition video cameras integrated into car parts, real-time sensors, GPS trackers, AI technology, and the sophisticated FIA Remote Operations Centre (ROC) in Geneva, it still took that long after the chequered flag to confirm that George Russell had won the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix.
George Russell is on Aston Martin’s radar, claims paddock source
George Russell is a target to lead Aston Martin’s F1 revival in 2026 - according to a leading paddock source. Autosport understands that the 27-year-old is being considered as part of the team’s future plans following the biggest regulation change in F1’s history. Aston have charged legendary designer Adrian Newey with the responsibility of producing a competitive car with the introduction of new engine and chassis rules. And it is believed that Russell is a shock contender to drive it.
Goosebumps and Glory: Antonelli claims first F1 podium at Canadian GP
Andrea Kimi Antonelli was left with goosebumps after taking his maiden Formula 1 podium at the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday. The 18-year-old rookie finished third at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve with a mature drive, despite being pressed by championship leader Oscar Piastri for much of the latter stages. Antonelli, who joined race winner and team-mate George Russell on the podium, plus Max Verstappen, has impressed with numerous strong performances this year - but Montreal was his best yet.
Norris accepts fault after crashing into Piastri during F1 Canadian GP
Lando Norris admitted he was at fault after colliding into McLaren Formula 1 team-mate Oscar Piastri late in the Canadian Grand Prix. In a desperate attempt to squeeze past the F1 championship leader down the home straight on lap 67, Norris went for a closing gap which resulted in his car hitting the rear of Piastris and then the wall. There were no complaints from Norris, just an apology before he trudged back to the team’s garage having lost more points to his rival in the championship.
Alpine set to appoint Nielsen as F1 team manager
The Alpine Formula 1 team is set to announce that paddock veteran Steve Nielsen will become its new team manager. Nielsen, 60, has worked in F1 since 1986 having initially started as a truck driver for a Formula 1 catering firm. The Brit has held a number of roles with Lotus, Tyrrell, Honda and Arrows during his time in the championship. However, he is best known for his work with the Benetton team, where he worked under Flavio Briatore.
Lando Norris admits "big mistakes" left him seventh in F1 Canadian GP qualifying Original
Lando Norris admitted he made “a couple of big mistakes” during a disappointing qualifying session for the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix. The McLaren driver was only good enough for seventh as he struggled at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. Norris, who is 10 points behind championship leader and team-mate Oscar Piastri, bemoaned his luck as McLaren’s pace advantage - evident for much of this season - was wiped out.
Tsunoda confused by "ridiculous" 10-place grid penalty for F1 Canadian GP
Red Bull racer Yuki Tsunoda has criticised the decision to award him a 10-place grid penalty for Formula 1's Canadian Grand Prix which means he will start Sunday's race in last. The Japanese driver was penalised for passing Oscar Piastri under red flag conditions in third practice at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. Piastri caused the red flag after suffering a puncture and suspension damage when he tapped the ‘wall of champions' at the final chicane.
Russell: "Nothing more in the tank" in FP2 at F1 Canadian GP
George Russell admits his timesheet-topping run during second practice at the F1 Canadian Grand Prix was the maximum he could get from his Mercedes. The Brit headed the leaderboard in second practice by just 0.028s from compatriot Lando Norris. But Russell, who says his car benefitted from the cooler temperatures in Montreal, says he was driving at the limit. Russell set his chart-topping FP2 time on the C5 medium tyres, while Norris was running the softest C6 compound.
Ferrari F1 boss Vasseur criticises Italian media after recent speculation
Ferrari Formula 1 boss Fred Vasseur has taken aim at the Italian media after question marks were raised about his future at the team. The points were made by heavyweight Italian publications Gazzetta della Sport and Corriere della Sera, while the impact made by engineer Loïc Serra, who joined from Mercedes in the winter, had also been debated.
Dour, defensive, and disconnected: Stroll’s bizarre Canadian GP press conference
It was an extraordinary press conference. The kind that left even the greenest of journalists shaking their heads in disbelief at what they had just witnessed. Lance Stroll’s performance in the pre-Canadian Grand Prix press event was as unconvincing as it was baffling. As he spoke about the presumably optimistic news of being passed fit for his home race, he did so with all the joy of learning that his pet dog had been put down.
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