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Autosport Retro: My favourite F1 season – Damien Smith's 1986

In this week's episode, Kevin sits down with former editor-in-chief and freelance motorsport writer Damien Smith to discuss his favourite season - 1986.

Autosport · Jul 11, 2025

Autosport Retro podcast: Gary Watkins' favourite F1 season

Sportscar correspondent Gary Watkins speaks at length to Autosport Editor-in-Chief Kevin Turner about the 1983 Formula 1 campaign - his favourite season in history.

Autosport · Jun 20, 2025

Will Max Verstappen join Michael Schumacher and F1’s championship-winning dads?

Max Verstappen toasted the birth of baby Lily on Thursday to become a father for the first time – as soon as the four-time world champion announced the pregnancy there was speculation as to whether he would be the same, fearless driver. However, he will not be the first F1…

Motorsport · May 2, 2025

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Max Verstappen announces birth of first child ahead of Miami GP

Max Verstappen has announced the birth of his first child as he and his partner Kelly Piquet have received a baby daughter.

Motorsport · May 2, 2025

Max Verstappen arrives in Miami for GP after missing media day for expected baby

Max Verstappen’s private jet has just landed in Miami, only hours ahead of jumping into the cockpit for the start of the grand prix weekend.

Motorsport · May 2, 2025

Max Verstappen withdrawn from Miami GP media day ahead of birth of first child

Verstappen, 27, is expecting a baby with his girlfriend, Kelly Piquet, the daughter of three-time world champion, Nelson Piquet.

The Independent UK · May 1, 2025

Max Verstappen misses F1 Miami GP media day with Kelly Piquet expecting baby

The four-time F1 world champion, 27, is expecting his first child with girlfriend Piquet, 36

The Independent UK · May 1, 2025

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Verstappen skips Miami media day as baby expected imminently

Red Bull Formula 1 driver Max Verstappen is skipping Thursday media duties ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.

Motorsport · May 1, 2025

Two out of three: The Japanese F1 drivers who scored a home podium

Yuki Tsunoda, the 19th Japanese driver to reach F1, has an opportunity to make history on home soil at Suzuka.

Motorsport · Apr 2, 2025

End of an era: When a departing F1 legend introduced a new one

The McLaren M23 should be regarded as one of the all-time great Formula 1 cars. It has to be with three world titles - two drivers’ and one constructors’ — and 16 grand prix victories over a world championship career spanning a remarkable six seasons. That longevity makes it a…

Autosport · Jan 22, 2025

F1 constructors: Which team has the most titles, 2024 prize money and more

The 2024 Formula 1 constructors’ championship battle was one of the best in recent history, with McLaren beating Ferrari to the top spot in Abu Dhabi. McLaren entered the weekend on top with 640 points, leaving it 21 points ahead of its Italian rival, while the previous weekend’s Qatar Grand Prix saw…

Motorsport · Dec 9, 2024

Fighting for first: Five of the best feuds in F1 history

What happens when Formula 1's biggest stars — from Verstappen to Hamilton, Prost and Senna — end up fighting for the same track?

Motorsport · Dec 6, 2024

Max Verstappen Expecting First Child With Kelly Piquet

Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen and girlfriend Kelly Piquet expect their first child amidst racing success. Exciting news in the world of motorsports!

F1 constructors: Which team has the most titles, 2024 prize money and more

The 2024 Formula 1 constructors’ championship battle was one of the best in recent history, with McLaren and Ferrari still in contention going into the season finale in Abu Dhabi. McLaren entered the weekend on top with 640 points, leaving it 21 points ahead of its Italian rivals, while the…

Autosport · Dec 6, 2024

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Autosport · Dec 6, 2024

Ben Hunt: How becoming a father may change Verstappen's approach to F1

Max Verstappen and his partner Kelly Piquet have announced on social media they are expecting their first child together.

The Guardian - UK · Nov 29, 2024

Sports quiz of the week: young guns, big leads and Formula One legends

Test your knowledge of the week in football, tennis, cricket, NFL, motor sport and beyond

The Independent UK · Nov 28, 2024

He should start doing comedy – Norris laughs off Verstappen car switch comments

Red Bull driver Verstappen claimed he would have won the championship a lot sooner in Norris’ McLaren.

Motorsport · Nov 8, 2024

Friday favourite: How Jochen Mass helped a rookie navigate F1’s most chaotic season

Quite apart from the unfavourable competitive situation of March Grand Prix in 1982, the year’s dizzying politics and the deaths of two fellow Formula 1 drivers made it a tough baptism for Raul Boesel. Driving the DFV-powered 821 chassis that used three different tyre suppliers during the season, the Brazilian…

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Autosport · Nov 8, 2024

Friday favourite: How a friendly face helped a newcomer navigate F1’s most chaotic season

Motorsport · Sep 25, 2024

See the first images from Netflix's upcoming 'Senna' mini-series

See the first photos of the actors portraying Ayrton Senna, Alain Prost, Niki Lauda, Nelson Piquet, Frank Williams and more.

Autosport · Sep 20, 2024

F1 drivers with the most poles at a single race but no wins

Charles Leclerc continued an unwanted record at the 2024 Azerbaijan Grand Prix by failing to convert yet another pole position into victory around the streets of Baku.

Autosport · Sep 18, 2024

When F1's top prizes were split between different teams

McLaren has just taken the lead of the Formula 1 constructors’ championship for the first time since 2014. It looks increasingly strong, but Lando Norris is still a long way behind Red Bull’s Max Verstappen in the drivers’ contest.

Autosport · Sep 17, 2024

Which countries have the most race winners?

Six countries have achieved over 50 wins, with some drivers bringing home a record number of wins for their home nations.

Autosport · Sep 12, 2024

Late-season comebacks for the drivers’ championship in Formula 1

The Woking-based team hinted after the Italian Grand Prix that they were fully ready to back Lando Norris in his bid to win the drivers’ championship. McLaren have come under fire after recent performances which have seen them rapidly catch Red Bull in the constructors’ title fight but not as…

Autosport · Aug 22, 2024

How spraying champagne became a tradition on the F1 podium

An explanation of how spraying champagne became a popular tradition in Formula 1

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