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Japanese Grand Prix live stream: how to watch the F1 free online from anywhere – Lights Out!

Follow our guide on how to watch a Japanese Grand Prix live stream from anywhere – Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez have locked out the front row for Red Bull at Suzuka Circuit.

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Sainz: Now time to "speed up" talks to find 2025 F1 seat

The Spaniard appeared set to re-sign with Ferrari, but management then became aware that Lewis Hamilton was potentially available - the Briton's latest two-year Mercedes contract actually only containing a fixed one-year term with an option for another season.

Motorsport

Hamilton: Vettel an "amazing option" as Mercedes F1 replacement

In the two months since news broke that Hamilton will leave Mercedes after 12 seasons to join Ferrari next year, the instability engulfing Red Bull F1 management has placed Max Verstappen and Silver Arrows protégé Andrea Kimi Antonelli at the top of the shortlist to replace the Briton.

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F1 Japanese GP: How to watch, ESPN Formula 1 TV start times

This year’s race takes place on 7 April at 1:00am ET at Suzuka, and the time difference means some late nights and early starts for the American audience across the weekend.

Motorsport

More Horner woe and driver gossip: what to look out for as F1 hits Japan

Red Bull’s ongoing saga appears to be unsettling the paddock with a potential driver reshuffle on the cards

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Who are the greatest F1 team principals in history?

F1 has long been raged with a debate over who the greatest driver in history is and that is something which will continue to happen for as long as the series exists.

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Why there will be no place to hide for F1 teams in Suzuka

Honda's famed Suzuka circuit presents an iconic mix of high-, medium- and low-speed corners, punctuated by a long straight, with its first sector's relentless Esses the ultimate challenge for drivers and their machinery.

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Ten years on: Revisiting Max Verstappen's shock Japan F1 practice debut

In 2014, a fresh-faced Max Verstappen logged his first mileage on a grand prix weekend in free practice for Formula 1's Japanese Grand Prix. His FP1 debut with Toro Rosso foreshadowed the special relationship Verstappen would go on to build with Japan.

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Verstappen: "No need to panic" over Red Bull's 2026 F1 engines

In 2026, F1 switches to revised power unit regulations which do away with the expensive and complicated MGU-H system and instead put a bigger emphasis on electric power provided by the MGU-K.

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Russell expects Mercedes to give new F1 team-mate equal treatment

Mercedes has consistently avoided publicly backing a number one driver during the stints that Nico Rosberg, Valtteri Bottas and now Russell have had alongside Hamilton since 2013.

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Russell expects Mercedes to continue equal upgrades treatment with next F1 team-mate

Mercedes has consistently avoided publicly backing a number one driver during the stints that Nico Rosberg, Valtteri Bottas and now Russell have had alongside Hamilton since 2013.

Autosport

How Verstappen is keeping the F1 driver market hostage

Power struggles at Red Bull may be opening the door for a shock departure of its prized asset Max Verstappen, which would have been unthinkable just weeks ago. Needless to say the touted possibility of Verstappen activating certain exit clauses to move before the end of his 2028 deal has put rival…

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Norris: F1 will have to "wait for 2026" for big shake-up

Verstappen and Red Bull have continued their dominant form established in the second half of 2022, with the Dutchman winning the 2024 season's first two races from pole by a big margin before a braking problem caused him an early retirement in the Australian Grand Prix. Despite there being another…

Autosport

Ferrari will struggle to match Red Bull until first major F1 upgrade - Sainz

Although Ferrari is yet to qualify within two tenths of three-time world champion Max Verstappen this season, the Scuderia had a promising one-two in the Australian Grand Prix, with Sainz leading home team-mate Charles Leclerc and the McLarens.

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Leclerc: "Such a fast" Sainz as Ferrari F1 team-mate pushes me to be better

Having sat out the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to undergo appendicitis surgery, Sainz had a successful return to racing in Melbourne, taking the win with little competition after race leader Max Verstappen was forced to retire due to a brake issue.

The Hindu

Carlos Sainz — the smooth operator with a hard edge

Carlos Sainz defies the odds, wins Australian Grand Prix after appendectomy, showcasing resilience and strategic brilliance in F1.

Autosport

Vasseur: Smooth Australia weekend the path Ferrari F1 team must follow

The team faced no disruptions or setbacks over the course of the Melbourne event, which saw Carlos Sainz lead team-mate Charles Leclerc home in a one-two finish.

Motorsport

Aston Martin makes offer to poach Newey from F1 rival Red Bull

Newey has been the subject of plenty of interest from rival teams since joining Red Bull in 2005, being integral to its championship-winning success with Sebastian Vettel between 2010 and 2013 and now with Max Verstappen.

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Wolff: Vasseur and Italy deserve Ferrari F1 success after 2023 troubles

Having qualified second in Melbourne, Carlos Sainz - back from surgery for appendicitis that ruled him out of the Saudi Arabian GP - executed a lap-two pass on polesitter Max Verstappen.

The Guardian - UK

Sports quiz of the week: Djokovic, Packer and Ghostbusters alumni

How closely have you been paying attention to sporting matters over the last seven days? Let’s find out, shall we …

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Magazine: Australian Grand Prix review

Sainz has had a ridiculous past couple of months. First, he found out that he had lost his Ferrari drive to Lewis Hamilton for 2025, then he missed the Saudi Arabian GP thanks to appendicitis, and now he has won on his first Formula 1 race back.

Autosport

Stella: Red Bull didn’t enjoy F1 tyre advantage at high-graining Melbourne

An overheating right-rear brake for Max Verstappen, an issue that hobbled him from the start, forced his early retirement as Carlos Sainz led team-mate Charles Leclerc for a Ferrari 1-2.

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Red Bull had no F1 tyre advantage at high-graining Melbourne - Stella

An overheating right-rear brake for Max Verstappen, an issue that hobbled him from the start, forced his early retirement as Carlos Sainz led team-mate Charles Leclerc for a Ferrari 1-2.

Autosport

Wolff: Mercedes F1 relationship with Verstappen "needs to happen at a certain stage"

When news broke of Hamilton’s decision to leave Mercedes to join Ferrari for 2025, Verstappen seemed on course to see out his Red Bull contract, which expires at the end of 2028.

Motorsport

Honda opens new UK F1 engine base ahead of Aston Martin partnership

After officially withdrawing from F1 at the end of 2021, having propelled Max Verstappen to his first drivers’ title, Honda has continued to supply engines until the end of 2025 to Red Bull and RB (previously known as AlphaTauri) under its Honda Racing Corporation subsidiary - before Red Bull enters its…

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