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'Verstappen to McLaren!' - Mid-season F1 predictions

The Chequered Flag podcast look ahead to the second half of the F1 season and make some predictions for the remainder.

'It's highly likely to be Imola' - Will F1 have a European finale?

The Chequered Flag podcast discuss the statement issued by the CEO of Formula 1, Stefano Domenicali, in which he states 'If the Qatar or Abu Dhabi Grand Prix can't be put on, the F1 season will be finished in Europe'.

Why we are still waiting for the 'Newey effect' - F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions.

The Chequered Flag Podcast

Harry Benjamin and Nicola Hume dive into the biggest transfer rumours in Formula 1

Andrew Benson Q&A: Send us your questions

Our F1 correspondent Andrew Benson is doing a weekly Q&A this season, so get your questions in now.

‘People are loving it’: Formula One chief Domenicali hits back at critics of regulations

Chief executive says fans don’t care about technologySeason may finish in Europe due to war in Middle EastStefano Domenicali has issued a stout rebuttal to critics of Formula One’s new regulations, claiming most fans are enjoying the sport more than ever and are unconcerned by driver complaints. Th…

Season to end in Europe if war continues - F1 boss

Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali says the 2026 championship will end in Europe if the conflict in the Middle East makes it impossible to hold the season-closing races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.

Five things we've learned from first half of F1 season

BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson analyses the five key things we've learned from the 2026 season so far.

F1 summer report card: from top of the class Mercedes to the team that must do better

As the paddock disperses for its traditional mid-season three-week break, the race is on to catch Kimi AntonelliMercedes came into the season as favourites and have lived up to the billing. Their car has been dominant with eight wins from 11 meetings, a strike rate greater perhaps even than the tea…

Why is Hamilton getting so many penalties? - F1 Q&A

BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Mercedes driver scout Lagrue to join Red Bull

The Mercedes driver scout involved in discovering Kimi Antonelli is leaving the team to join rivals Red Bull.

McLaren’s team principal hails ‘great trajectory’ of Lando Norris after win

‘He’s more in control of his emotions,’ says Andrea StellaWorld champion won his first race of season in HungaryLando Norris is at the peak of his powers after his win at the Hungarian Grand Prix demonstrated the world champion has a stronger psychological approach to driving, according to the McLa…

Ferrari must 'do better' after errors in Hungary

The BBC F1 team discuss Ferrari's performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix as, despite appearing to be the car to beat in practice, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton finish the race in fourth and fifth respectively.

Oscar Piastri swore at his McLaren crew in frustration in Hungary, but any Formula One revival is up to him

While some of his struggles have been out of his control, Piastri now must prove he can adapt to a new era in the sportBlasphemy from Oscar Piastri had to be censored on more than one occasion during his frustrating Hungarian Grand Prix. But it was the Australian’s use of the M-word that will fuel …

The Chequered Flag Podcast

The Chequered Flag team react to an action-packed Hungarian GP.

‘Pretty bad’: Lewis Hamilton hits out at Ferrari after dropping points in F1 title race

Hamilton questions strategy after finishing fifthBriton lost place after penalty for speeding in pit laneLewis Hamilton expressed frustration with his Ferrari team after he dropped points in the title battle against Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli at the Hungarian Grand Prix, while Lando Norris returned t…

Norris and McLaren almost perfect as Ferrari flounder

Lando Norris' first grand prix win of 2026 was a long time coming as the mistakes piled up for Ferrari in Hungary, writes Andrew Benson.

Complete weekend for Norris but poor result for Sainz - driver ratings

BBC Radio 5 Live F1 commentator Harry Benjamin rates how the drivers performed during the Hungarian Grand Prix.

Norris wins his first grand prix of year in Hungary

Lando Norris takes his and McLaren's first victory of the year in a compelling Hungarian Grand Prix.

F1 Hungarian GP: Lando Norris wins his first race of season to end McLaren’s drought – as it happened

The reigning champion was in supreme form as he scored his first race victory of the season at the HungaroringLando Norris is eating what appears to be rice pudding, doubtless with extra protein protection. It’s hot out there, with Bono saying it’s 50 degrees on track, though there…

Lando Norris wins F1 Hungarian GP for first victory of season as Piastri retires

World champion wins from pole; Piastri’s gearbox failsVerstappen second, championship leader Antonelli thirdLando Norris finally had reason to celebrate after a testing opening to the season, as McLaren’s defending Formula One world champion took his first win of the year at the Hungarian Grand Pri…

Malaysia to host postponed Bahrain GP

Malaysia is set to hold a grand prix in October as a replacement for the Bahrain race that was called off earlier this season.

Norris cautious despite pole as it 'falls apart' for Hamilton

Lando Norris has an opportunity to win his first grand prix of the year in Hungary, but Lewis Hamilton says his positivity is being tested after another penalty.

Norris on pole as Hamilton and Antonelli penalised

McLaren's Lando Norris takes his first grand prix pole position of 2026 in Hungary, as Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli are both given grid penalties.

Lando Norris grabs F1 Hungarian GP pole while Hamilton and Antonelli are penalised

Defending champion takes first pole of 2026 by 0.012secHamilton and Antonelli receive three-place penaltiesThe margins were tiny and for a moment it seemed Lewis Hamilton had finally found his edge in qualifying, only for the seven-time champion to be beaten by but a breath. The defending world cha…

Hungarian F1 GP qualifying: Lando Norris takes pole as Lewis Hamilton faces penalty – as it happened

️ Qualifying gets under way at 3pm BST️ Share your thoughts with Philip via emailAnd how do the constructors’ ones look?1 Mercedes 358pts
2 Ferrari 285
3 McLaren 195
4 Red Bull 151
5 Alp…

www.theguardian.com Jul 25, 2026 3:39 PM

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‘I’m living every lap and every corner’: Allan McNish on guiding Audi into F1 from pitwall
Racing director believes his career behind the wheel can help the team deliver where others have failed as new entrants in the top tier of motor sportThere is nowhere to hide in Formula One, a sport where deficiency is brutally exposed week in, week out. It is an environment where success must be f…

www.theguardian.com Jul 25, 2026 7:00 AM

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Hamilton fastest as new Aston Martin makes encouraging debut
Lewis Hamilton leads team-mate Charles Leclerc to a Ferrari one-two in Friday practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

feeds.bbci.co.uk Jul 24, 2026 6:03 PM

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Lando Norris hits out at Formula One for putting money ahead of drivers
Many drivers also unhappy with new regulations‘F1’s gone too heavily led by the fact it’s a business’Lando Norris has delivered a scathing critique of Formula One and its management for prioritising making money over sporting considerations when forming the sport’s new regulations. The world champi…

www.theguardian.com Jul 24, 2026 4:00 PM

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Russell proud of resilience after string of problems
George Russell says he has had to be "the most resilient I've ever been" to cope with the string of problems that have affected his title challenge.

feeds.bbci.co.uk Jul 23, 2026 5:41 PM

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‘Eyes forward now’: George Russell upbeat after Mercedes solve engine problem
Electrical fault had damaged Briton’s world title hopes‘I’m glad we found it. Spa and Silverstone exposed issue’George Russell believes his Mercedes team have identified the problem with his engine that damaged his world championship hopes over recent races and left the driver fuming when it played…

www.theguardian.com Jul 23, 2026 4:32 PM

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Alonso optimistic about Aston Martin upgrade - will it decide his future?
Fernando Alonso says he is "optimistic" about the major upgrade Aston Martin are introducing at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

feeds.bbci.co.uk Jul 23, 2026 2:35 PM

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Why was Hamilton penalised but not Leclerc? - F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions before the Hungarian Grand Prix.

feeds.bbci.co.uk Jul 21, 2026 7:00 AM

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With great power comes great responsibility
Swing into action: Your epic Spider-Man rewatch starts here

feeds.bbci.co.uk Jul 20, 2026 8:05 PM

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F1’s algorithms spark driver fury as number neuters thrills of Spa-Francorchamps | Giles Richards
Computer-controlled energy deployment now dictates races – it turns out drivers don’t like Skynet controlling their carsAnother race down another classic circuit, in this case Spa-Francorchamps, left neutered for drivers and so their slow, dissonant discontent rumbles ever onward. In the wake of th…

www.theguardian.com Jul 20, 2026 6:12 PM

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The Chequered Flag Podcast
Harry Benjamin, Sam Bird and Rebecca Clancy assess what it means for the title fight.

feeds.bbci.co.uk Jul 19, 2026 8:00 PM

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