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The 2025 season has ended, and McLaren has won both the constructors' and drivers' championships - but now things are about to change in Formula 1.
Next year, the sport will enter a new dawn of technical regulations and also welcome an 11th team on the grid.
Driver Line Ups
Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar
Mercedes: George Russell and Kimi Antonelli
McLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri
Ferrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton
Williams: Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon
Racing Bulls: Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad
Aston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll
Haas: Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman
Audi: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto
Alpine: Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto
Cadillac: Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas
New Regulations for 2026
And then in recent news, changes were made to the regs in recent weeks
And if you want to know more about the "engine"? Well, it's never been more valid to snub the term "engine" in favour of "Power Unit"
Next year, the sport will enter a new dawn of technical regulations and also welcome an 11th team on the grid.
Driver Line Ups
Red Bull: Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar
Mercedes: George Russell and Kimi Antonelli
McLaren: Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri
Ferrari: Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton
Williams: Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon
Racing Bulls: Liam Lawson and Arvid Lindblad
Aston Martin: Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll
Haas: Esteban Ocon and Oliver Bearman
Audi: Nico Hulkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto
Alpine: Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto
Cadillac: Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas
New Regulations for 2026
- Smaller & Lighter: Cars get shorter (20cm), narrower (10cm), with a shorter wheelbase (3400mm) and reduced floor width, cutting weight by 30kg to a minimum of 768kg.
- Active Aero: Movable front and rear wings replace DRS, with "Z-mode" for cornering downforce and "X-mode" for straight-line speed.
- Reduced Downforce/Drag: Aiming for 30% less downforce and 55% less drag for better racing.
- Narrower Tires: 18-inch wheels remain, but front tires are 25mm narrower, rears 30mm narrower.
- 50/50 Split: Balanced power between the V6 internal combustion engine (ICE) and electric power.
- Sustainable Fuel: 100% sustainable fuels will be used.
- Boosted Electric Power: Significantly more electrical power for the MGU-K (braking recovery).
- MGU-H Removed: Simplifies the engine and lowers costs for new manufacturers.
- Manual Override: A strategic "overtake button" for extra electric power.
- Enhanced Safety: Stronger crash structures, improved side intrusion protection, and a two-stage nose design.
- More Overtaking: Changes aim to make cars more capable of following closely, reducing "dirty air".
And then in recent news, changes were made to the regs in recent weeks
And if you want to know more about the "engine"? Well, it's never been more valid to snub the term "engine" in favour of "Power Unit"
| Date | Grand Prix | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 6–8 March | Australian Grand Prix | Melbourne |
| 13–15 March | Chinese Grand Prix (Sprint) | Shanghai |
| 27–29 March | Japanese Grand Prix | Suzuka |
| 10–12 April | Bahrain Grand Prix | Sakhir |
| 17–19 April | Saudi Arabian Grand Prix | Jeddah |
| 1–3 May | Miami Grand Prix (Sprint) | Miami |
| 22–24 May | Canadian Grand Prix (Sprint) | Montreal |
| 5–7 June | Monaco Grand Prix | Monaco |
| 12–14 June | Barcelona Grand Prix | Barcelona-Catalunya |
| 26–28 June | Austrian Grand Prix | Spielberg |
| 3–5 July | British Grand Prix (Sprint) | Silverstone |
| 17–19 July | Belgian Grand Prix | Spa-Francorchamps |
| 24–26 July | Hungarian Grand Prix | Budapest |
| 21–23 August | Dutch Grand Prix (Sprint) | Zandvoort |
| 4–6 September | Italian Grand Prix | Monza |
| 11–13 September | Spanish Grand Prix | Madrid |
| 24–26 September | Azerbaijan Grand Prix | Baku |
| 9–11 October | Singapore Grand Prix (Sprint) | Singapore |
| 23–25 October | United States Grand Prix | Austin |
| 30 October–1 November | Mexican Grand Prix | Mexico City |
| 6–8 November | São Paulo Grand Prix | São Paulo |
| 19–21 November | Las Vegas Grand Prix | Las Vegas |
| 27–29 November | Qatar Grand Prix | Lusail |
| 4–6 December | Abu Dhabi Grand Prix | Yas Marina |
Let's predict what will happen during the 2026 season. Answer all the questions.
Q1: Name the drivers that will finish in the top three in the championship.
Q2: Name the teams that will finish in the top five in the constructors' championship.
Q3: Which driver will win the most races?
Q4: Which driver(s) will be replaced before the summer break?
Q5: Will any driver(s) announce their retirement from the sport this season?
Q6: Where will Audi and Cadillac finish in the constructors' championship.
Q7: Which driver will have the most retirements this season?
Q8: Most surprising driver of the season.
Q9: Most disappointing driver this season.
Q10: How many wet races will there be this season?
Q11: Will a drive get banned during the season?
Q12: Will there be a major controversy during the season?
Q13: Most interesting race.
Q14: Most boring race.
Q15: Most disappointing team this season.
Q1: Name the drivers that will finish in the top three in the championship.
Q2: Name the teams that will finish in the top five in the constructors' championship.
Q3: Which driver will win the most races?
Q4: Which driver(s) will be replaced before the summer break?
Q5: Will any driver(s) announce their retirement from the sport this season?
Q6: Where will Audi and Cadillac finish in the constructors' championship.
Q7: Which driver will have the most retirements this season?
Q8: Most surprising driver of the season.
Q9: Most disappointing driver this season.
Q10: How many wet races will there be this season?
Q11: Will a drive get banned during the season?
Q12: Will there be a major controversy during the season?
Q13: Most interesting race.
Q14: Most boring race.
Q15: Most disappointing team this season.
Son Of Jack
- Q1: Name the drivers that will finish in the top three in the championship. Russell, Verstappen, Leclerc.
- Q2: Name the teams that will finish in the top five in the constructors' championship. Mercedes, Ferrari, Red Bull, McLaren, Haas.
- Q3: Which driver will win the most races? Russell.
- Q4: Which driver(s) will be replaced before the summer break? None (but Colapinto is my tip if anybody is to be replaced).
- Q5: Will any driver(s) announce their retirement from the sport this season? Yes (I suspect this is Hamilton's last season, Alonso a good shout too).
- Q6: Where will Audi and Cadillac finish in the constructors' championship? Audi P9. Cadillac P11.
- Q7: Which driver will have the most retirements this season? Stroll.
- Q8: Most surprising driver of the season. Gasly.
- Q9: Most disappointing driver this season. Norris (I think it'll be the worst championship defence since Vettel in 2014 at least).
- Q10: How many wet races will there be this season? 4.
- Q11: Will a drive get banned during the season? No.
- Q12: Will there be a major controversy during the season? Yes (suspect this engine row will blow up at some point)
- Q13: Most interesting race. Brazil.
- Q14: Most boring race. Monaco.
- Q15: Most disappointing team this season. Aston Martin.
Franco Pinion
Q1: Name the drivers that will finish in the top three in the championship. Max Verstappen, Charles Le Clerc and George Russell.
Q2: Name the teams that will finish in the top five in the constructors championship. Ferrari, Red Bull, Mercedes, McLaren and Williams
Q3: Which driver will win the most races. Max Verstappen
Q4: Which driver(s) will be replaced before the summer break. Colapinto, Lindblad and/or Lawson
Q5: Will any driver(s) announce their retirement from the sport this season. Alonso and depending on Ferrari's car, Hamilton.
Q6: Where will Audi and Cadillac finish in the constructors championship. Badly, 9th and after
Q7: Which driver will have the most retirements this season. Sergio Perez
Q8: Most surprising driver of the season. Ollie Bearman
Q9: Most disappointing driver this season. Sergio Perez
Q10: How many wet races will there be this season. 6
Q11: Will a drive get banned during the season. Nico Hulkenberg if any
Q12: Will there be a major controversy during the season. Possibly, maybe on wing size, planks
Q13: Most interesting race. Brazil
Q14: Most boring race. Singapore
Q15: Most disappointing team this season. Haas
Q2: Name the teams that will finish in the top five in the constructors championship. Ferrari, Red Bull, Mercedes, McLaren and Williams
Q3: Which driver will win the most races. Max Verstappen
Q4: Which driver(s) will be replaced before the summer break. Colapinto, Lindblad and/or Lawson
Q5: Will any driver(s) announce their retirement from the sport this season. Alonso and depending on Ferrari's car, Hamilton.
Q6: Where will Audi and Cadillac finish in the constructors championship. Badly, 9th and after
Q7: Which driver will have the most retirements this season. Sergio Perez
Q8: Most surprising driver of the season. Ollie Bearman
Q9: Most disappointing driver this season. Sergio Perez
Q10: How many wet races will there be this season. 6
Q11: Will a drive get banned during the season. Nico Hulkenberg if any
Q12: Will there be a major controversy during the season. Possibly, maybe on wing size, planks
Q13: Most interesting race. Brazil
Q14: Most boring race. Singapore
Q15: Most disappointing team this season. Haas
Bob the Ninja
Q1: Russell, Verstappen, Leclerc
Q2: Mercedes, Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren, Alpine
Q3: Russell
Q4: None
Q5: Yes, Nico Hulkenberg
Q6: 9th, 10th
Q7: Bottas
Q8: Bortoleto
Q9: Perez
Q10: Four
Q11: No
Q12: Always, based around new regs, interpretation of such and allegations that it amounts to cheating.
Q13: Monza
Q14: Monaco
Q15: Aston Martin
Q2: Mercedes, Red Bull, Ferrari, McLaren, Alpine
Q3: Russell
Q4: None
Q5: Yes, Nico Hulkenberg
Q6: 9th, 10th
Q7: Bottas
Q8: Bortoleto
Q9: Perez
Q10: Four
Q11: No
Q12: Always, based around new regs, interpretation of such and allegations that it amounts to cheating.
Q13: Monza
Q14: Monaco
Q15: Aston Martin
The 2024 season is done and dusted, we now turn our attention to the 2025 season. Once again, Max Verstappen will be defending the Championship, and for the first time since 2013 Lewis Hamilton will be driving for someone other than Mercedes after his switch to Ferrari.
Provisional entry list from FIA issued for 2025:
Bortoleto taking number 5 (previously held by Seb Vettel). Doohan is number 7 (formerly Kimi Raikkonen). Kimi Antonelli takes 12 (formerly Felipe Nasr) and Bearman takes 87 (hasn't been used since the permanent F1 driver numbers came in in 2014).
Also confirms VCARB are now Racing Bulls and not RB. Which is better.
Perez still listed as Red Bull driver (for now) and the second Racing Bulls seat is still TBC.
Provisional entry list from FIA issued for 2025:
Bortoleto taking number 5 (previously held by Seb Vettel). Doohan is number 7 (formerly Kimi Raikkonen). Kimi Antonelli takes 12 (formerly Felipe Nasr) and Bearman takes 87 (hasn't been used since the permanent F1 driver numbers came in in 2014).
Also confirms VCARB are now Racing Bulls and not RB. Which is better.
Perez still listed as Red Bull driver (for now) and the second Racing Bulls seat is still TBC.
Franco Pinion
McLaren have said Lando Norris will face "consequences" for his collision with Oscar Piastri while passing him at Turn Three on the first lap at the Singapore Grand Prix.
But they have not said what those repercussions will be, although it has emerged they will be of a sporting nature, and relatively minor, befitting the scale of the incident.
McLaren Racing chief executive officer Zak Brown told Sky Sports it would be "very marginal, probably won't be noticed".
Following the first practice in America, Brown added: "They've been free to race all year; we want them to race, we're excited.
"I can tell everybody we're letting them race hard - fairly and equally."
But they have not said what those repercussions will be, although it has emerged they will be of a sporting nature, and relatively minor, befitting the scale of the incident.
McLaren Racing chief executive officer Zak Brown told Sky Sports it would be "very marginal, probably won't be noticed".
Following the first practice in America, Brown added: "They've been free to race all year; we want them to race, we're excited.
"I can tell everybody we're letting them race hard - fairly and equally."
Bad Gizmo
Ferrari chairman John Elkann drops a bomb on his own drivers after the Brazilian Grand Prix:
Elkann's comments come on the back of a Sao Paulo Grand Prix last weekend in which Ferrari suffered a double retirement and Hamilton described his maiden season with the team as a "nightmare".
Ferrari dropped to fourth in the constructors' championship as a result of the race. They are 36 points behind Mercedes and four adrift of Red Bull with three grands prix and a sprint remaining.
Elkann said at an Olympics sponsorship event in Rome on Monday that the team's mechanics and engineers were performing well, but "if we look at the rest, it is not up to scratch".
Elkann's comments come on the back of a Sao Paulo Grand Prix last weekend in which Ferrari suffered a double retirement and Hamilton described his maiden season with the team as a "nightmare".
Ferrari dropped to fourth in the constructors' championship as a result of the race. They are 36 points behind Mercedes and four adrift of Red Bull with three grands prix and a sprint remaining.
Elkann said at an Olympics sponsorship event in Rome on Monday that the team's mechanics and engineers were performing well, but "if we look at the rest, it is not up to scratch".
Franco Pinion
Not surprised Tsunoda is without a seat. He has been poor all season. It will be interesting to see how Hadjar performs in the second car.
I think this means one of two things
Max has told Red Bull it's either Horner leaves or he does, wouldn't be a massive surprise given the drama of recent years,
Max is gone to Mercedes, and Red Bull are blaming Horner for it.
Max has told Red Bull it's either Horner leaves or he does, wouldn't be a massive surprise given the drama of recent years,
Max is gone to Mercedes, and Red Bull are blaming Horner for it.
Strawberry Man
Probably overdue if this is the fallout from the scandal, otherwise, maybe feels a bit kneejerk if it's related to this year's performance. It feels like the current reporting is just the tip of the iceberg.
Zippy
Hello Ginger_Ted,
The news of Christian Horner potentially being sacked by Red Bull is certainly significant and could reshape the dynamics not just within the team, but across the entire Formula 1 landscape. Your analysis about what this could mean is quite thought-provoking.
1. Max Verstappen's Influence: It's well-known that Max's relationship with the team is central to Red Bull's competitive edge. If it really came down to a choice between Horner and Verstappen, it might reflect a pivotal moment for the team. The drama and tension between team leadership and the driver in recent seasons, particularly during the intense rivalry with Lewis Hamilton, could lead one to speculate on their dynamics. It wouldn't be out of character for a top driver to demand certain conditions for their continued commitment to a team, especially a driver as talented as Max who has delivered multiple championships.
2. Possible Move to Mercedes: If Verstappen is indeed considering a move to Mercedes, it would be a seismic shift in the sport. The potential blame directed at Horner from Red Bull would indicate a significant lack of confidence in his leadership or strategic decisions, particularly if performances or team morale have dipped. It's crucial to note how team management plays a role in retaining top talent. Losing a driver of Verstappen's caliber to a rival team like Mercedes would obviously raise questions about team direction and effectiveness, pointing fingers at leadership as a common reaction in high-stakes environments.
Regardless of what happens next, this situation underscores the intricate relationships between team principals and drivers in Formula 1. Leadership, communication, and mutual respect are vital in this high-pressure environment. Red Bull's decision will likely come from assessing how best to maintain its competitive edge in a sport where every decision can make or break a season.
In any case, it will be interesting to see how this situation evolves and what the repercussions will be for both Horner and Verstappen, along with any strategic implications for Red Bull moving forward. What are your thoughts on who might step in if Horner does leave? And how do you think Verstappen's future at Red Bull might be influenced by this?
The news of Christian Horner potentially being sacked by Red Bull is certainly significant and could reshape the dynamics not just within the team, but across the entire Formula 1 landscape. Your analysis about what this could mean is quite thought-provoking.
1. Max Verstappen's Influence: It's well-known that Max's relationship with the team is central to Red Bull's competitive edge. If it really came down to a choice between Horner and Verstappen, it might reflect a pivotal moment for the team. The drama and tension between team leadership and the driver in recent seasons, particularly during the intense rivalry with Lewis Hamilton, could lead one to speculate on their dynamics. It wouldn't be out of character for a top driver to demand certain conditions for their continued commitment to a team, especially a driver as talented as Max who has delivered multiple championships.
2. Possible Move to Mercedes: If Verstappen is indeed considering a move to Mercedes, it would be a seismic shift in the sport. The potential blame directed at Horner from Red Bull would indicate a significant lack of confidence in his leadership or strategic decisions, particularly if performances or team morale have dipped. It's crucial to note how team management plays a role in retaining top talent. Losing a driver of Verstappen's caliber to a rival team like Mercedes would obviously raise questions about team direction and effectiveness, pointing fingers at leadership as a common reaction in high-stakes environments.
Regardless of what happens next, this situation underscores the intricate relationships between team principals and drivers in Formula 1. Leadership, communication, and mutual respect are vital in this high-pressure environment. Red Bull's decision will likely come from assessing how best to maintain its competitive edge in a sport where every decision can make or break a season.
In any case, it will be interesting to see how this situation evolves and what the repercussions will be for both Horner and Verstappen, along with any strategic implications for Red Bull moving forward. What are your thoughts on who might step in if Horner does leave? And how do you think Verstappen's future at Red Bull might be influenced by this?
Tom
Seems like a power struggle is in play between the Austrian and Thai sides of Red Bull.
The Austrian side (the Mateschitz offspring and advisors, including Marko) versus the Thai side (Horner and some of the investors) is the real fight - and it's over control of Red Bull, and it looks like the Austrians have won. I think Max's dad, Jos Verstappen, has been very vocal in this play, but I don't necessarily think Max will stay at Red Bull next year.
The Austrian side (the Mateschitz offspring and advisors, including Marko) versus the Thai side (Horner and some of the investors) is the real fight - and it's over control of Red Bull, and it looks like the Austrians have won. I think Max's dad, Jos Verstappen, has been very vocal in this play, but I don't necessarily think Max will stay at Red Bull next year.
Sad news. What a character Eddie was, the sport needs people like him. RIP.
Recycling Bin
That's really sad. I knew he was fighting advanced cancer but up until a few weeks ago he seemed like he was doing well.
What a life he lived.
What a life he lived.
Formula 1 will scale new heights in 2024 with a record schedule length of 24 races for the first time.
China returns for the first time since 2019.
There will again be six Sprint weekends, at the Chinese, Miami, Austrian, United States, Sao Paulo and Qatar Grands Prix.
The 2024 Formula 1 schedule
2024 F1 Sprint events
China returns for the first time since 2019.
There will again be six Sprint weekends, at the Chinese, Miami, Austrian, United States, Sao Paulo and Qatar Grands Prix.
The 2024 Formula 1 schedule
| February 21-23 | Pre-season testing (Bahrain) |
| February 29-March 2 | Bahrain Grand Prix |
| March 7-9 | Saudi Arabian Grand Prix |
| March 22-24 | Australian Grand Prix |
| April 5-7 | Japanese Grand Prix |
| April 19-21 | Chinese Grand Prix* |
| May 3-5 | Miami Grand Prix* |
| May 17-19 | Emilia Romagna Grand Prix |
| May 24-26 | Monaco Grand Prix |
| June 7-9 | Canadian Grand Prix |
| June 21-23 | Spanish Grand Prix |
| June 28-30 | Austrian Grand Prix* |
| July 5-7 | British Grand Prix |
| July 19-21 | Hungarian Grand Prix |
| July 26-28 | Belgian Grand Prix |
| August 23-25 | Dutch Grand Prix |
| August 30 – September 1 | Italian Grand Prix |
| September 13-15 | Azerbaijan Grand Prix |
| September 20-22 | Singapore Grand Prix |
| October 18-20 | United States Grand Prix* |
| October 25-27 | Mexico City Grand Prix |
| November 1-3 | Sao Paulo Grand Prix* |
| November 21-23 | Las Vegas Grand Prix |
| November 29 – December 1 | Qatar Grand Prix* |
| December 6-8 | Abu Dhabi Grand Prix |
2024 F1 Sprint events
| Grand Prix | Venue | Date |
|---|---|---|
| China | Shanghai | April 19-21 |
| Miami | Miami | May 3-5 |
| Austria | Spielberg | June 28-30 |
| United States | Austin | October 18-20 |
| Brazil | Sao Paulo | November 1-3 |
| Qatar | Lusail | November 29 - December 1 |
Franco Pinion
Some drama to end the F1 season
George Russell has labelled Max Verstappen as a 'bully' after hitting back at the Dutchman following a row over a grid penalty at the Qatar GP
Russell: "He's gone beyond the line here and I'm not going to accept it. So somebody's got to stand up to a guy like this before it gets out of control.
"I had no intention of bringing this up. He said this to me on Saturday night and I woke up on Sunday morning feeling fine. But to come out of those press interviews saying that I'm two-faced, I'm the f-word, and this and that, he's taking this personal.
"I've known Max for 12 years. I respected him all this time but now I have lost respect him. Now he's made it personal and someone needs to stand up to a bully like this."
A very heated finale to the F1 season
George Russell has labelled Max Verstappen as a 'bully' after hitting back at the Dutchman following a row over a grid penalty at the Qatar GP
Russell: "He's gone beyond the line here and I'm not going to accept it. So somebody's got to stand up to a guy like this before it gets out of control.
"I had no intention of bringing this up. He said this to me on Saturday night and I woke up on Sunday morning feeling fine. But to come out of those press interviews saying that I'm two-faced, I'm the f-word, and this and that, he's taking this personal.
"I've known Max for 12 years. I respected him all this time but now I have lost respect him. Now he's made it personal and someone needs to stand up to a bully like this."
A very heated finale to the F1 season
Tom
Drivers Championship 2024 Standings
| Rank | Driver | Team | Wins | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Max Verstappen | Red Bull | 9 | 437 |
| 2 | Lando Norris | McLaren | 4 | 374 |
| 3 | Charles Leclerc | Ferrari | 3 | 356 |
| 4 | Oscar Piastri | McLaren | 2 | 292 |
| 5 | Carlos Sainz Jnr | Ferrari | 2 | 290 |
| 6 | George Russell | Mercedes | 2 | 245 |
| 7 | Lewis Hamilton | Mercedes | 2 | 223 |
| 8 | Sergio Perez | Red Bull | 0 | 152 |
| 9 | Fernando Alonso | Aston Martin | 0 | 70 |
| 10 | Pierre Gasly | Alpine | 0 | 42 |
| 11 | Nico Hulkenberg | Haas | 0 | 41 |
| 12 | Yuki Tsunoda | RB | 0 | 30 |
| 13 | Lance Stroll | Aston Martin | 0 | 24 |
| 14 | Esteban Ocon | Alpine | 0 | 23315 |
| 15 | Kevin Magnussen | Haas | 0 | 16 |
| 16 | Alexander Albon | Williams | 0 | 12 |
| 17 | Daniel Ricciardo | RB | 0 | 12 |
| 18 | Oliver Bearman | Haas | 0 | 7 |
| 19 | Franco Colapinto | Williams | 0 | 5 |
| 20 | Zhou Guanyu | Sauber | 0 | 4 |
| 21 | Liam Lawson | RB | 0 | 4 |
| 22 | Valtteri Bottas | Sauber | 0 | 0 |
| 23 | Logan Sargeant | Williams | 0 | 0 |
| 24 | Jack Doohan | Alpine | 0 | 0 |
Tom
Constructors Championship 2024 Standings
| 1 | McLaren | 6 | 666 |
| 2 | Ferrari | 5 | 652 |
| 3 | Red Bull | 9 | 589 |
| 4 | Mercedes | 4 | 468 |
| 5 | Aston Martin | 0 | 94 |
| 6 | Alpine | 0 | 65 |
| 7 | Haas | 0 | 58 |
| 8 | RB | 0 | 46 |
| 9 | Williams | 0 | 17 |
| 10 | Sauber | 0 | 4 |
This thread is for the general discussion of the Formula One Lewis Hamilton Set For Shock Ferrari Switch. Please add to the discussion here.
Tom
It's not a good look for the Mercedes car development for the next two years, with Hamilton leaving next year. You'd think if there was some potential improvement in the car, he'd have stayed past next year?
Out of all of this, I really hope Sainz gets a great seat for 2025. His drive in Singapore was world class, and he deserves it.
Out of all of this, I really hope Sainz gets a great seat for 2025. His drive in Singapore was world class, and he deserves it.
Best
How does the move benefit Ferrari, is it just PR? I don't think Hamilton is much better than Sainz, and surely they're paying him more?
Franco Pinion
Ferrari's share price made a big jump on the news so yes there is a money advantage to having Hamilton.
F1 Pre-Season Testing
F1 2023 pre-season testing will take place on 23-25 February at the Bahrain International Circuit.
This will be the first chance to see the new cars and drivers in action.
The three-day test is expected to take its regular format of eight hours of running each day – four hours in the morning and four hours in the afternoon split up by a one-hour break – with one car per team allowed to run at any one time.
All 20 F1 drivers, plus any test and reserve drivers, will be in action at the test.
2023 F1 calendar
F1 will hold its biggest-ever calendar in 2023, with 24 races scheduled for next season, up from the 22 races held in 2022.
Returning to the calendar are the Chinese GP and the Qatar GP, absent due to COVID-19 restrictions in China and the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, plus an all-new addition of the Las Vegas GP.
While F1 has raced in Las Vegas before, at Caesars Palace in 1981-82, the new purpose-built Las Vegas complex will see the series race around the most iconic landmarks in the city.
Tweaks to the 2023 schedule see the Azerbaijan GP return to an early spring slot having previously been held in June, while the Belgium GP has been pushed forward to before the August summer break to avoid a triple-header after the summer break with the Dutch and Italian rounds.
There will also be six sprint races in 2023, up from three in the previous two seasons, although it is unknown which events will host changed race format.
F1 2023 pre-season testing will take place on 23-25 February at the Bahrain International Circuit.
This will be the first chance to see the new cars and drivers in action.
The three-day test is expected to take its regular format of eight hours of running each day – four hours in the morning and four hours in the afternoon split up by a one-hour break – with one car per team allowed to run at any one time.
All 20 F1 drivers, plus any test and reserve drivers, will be in action at the test.
2023 F1 calendar
| Date | Race | Venue |
| 5 March | Bahrain GP | Sakhir |
| 19 March | Saudi Arabian GP | Jeddah |
| 2 April | Australian GP | Melbourne |
| 16 April | ||
| 30 April | Azerbaijan GP | Baku |
| 7 May | Miami GP | Miami |
| 21 May | Emilia Romagna GP | Imola |
| 28 May | Monaco GP | Monaco |
| 4 June | Spanish GP | Barcelona |
| 18 June | Canadian GP | Montreal |
| 2 July | Austrian GP | Red Bull Ring |
| 9 July | British GP | Silverstone |
| 23 July | Hungarian GP | Hungaroring |
| 30 July | Belgium GP | Spa-Francorchamps |
| 27 August | Dutch GP | Zandvoort |
| 3 September | Italian GP | Monza |
| 17 September | Singapore GP | Singapore |
| 24 September | Japanese GP | Suzuka |
| 8 October | Qatar GP | Lusail |
| 22 October | United States GP | COTA |
| 29 October | Mexican GP | Mexico City |
| 5 November | Brazilian GP | Interlagos |
| 18 November | Las Vegas GP | Las Vegas |
| 26 November | Abu Dhabi GP | Yas Marina |
F1 will hold its biggest-ever calendar in 2023, with 24 races scheduled for next season, up from the 22 races held in 2022.
Returning to the calendar are the Chinese GP and the Qatar GP, absent due to COVID-19 restrictions in China and the FIFA World Cup in Qatar, plus an all-new addition of the Las Vegas GP.
While F1 has raced in Las Vegas before, at Caesars Palace in 1981-82, the new purpose-built Las Vegas complex will see the series race around the most iconic landmarks in the city.
Tweaks to the 2023 schedule see the Azerbaijan GP return to an early spring slot having previously been held in June, while the Belgium GP has been pushed forward to before the August summer break to avoid a triple-header after the summer break with the Dutch and Italian rounds.
There will also be six sprint races in 2023, up from three in the previous two seasons, although it is unknown which events will host changed race format.
Franco Pinion
Formula 1 says the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is "not at risk" of cancellation despite unrest in the region caused by the Israel-Hamas war.
Franco Pinion
Charles Leclerc will renew with Ferrari until 2029 and his salary will increase from 25 to 50 million.
Franco Pinion
Rumours that Barcelona is getting the bullet and we are getting a Madrid street circuit from 2026, hopefully there is no truth behind it
Since it seems that RBR are going to walk the Drivers' and Constructors' what are our predictions for who will win the battle of the teammates points wise at the end of the season? Here is my crude predictions poll to copy and paste marked with an X on who will win.
*Teams in alphabetical order.
Valtteri Bottas - X
Zhou Guanyu
Nyck de Vries -
Yuki Tsunoda - X
Esteban Ocon - X
Pierre Gasly
Lance Stroll
Fernando Alonso - X
Charles Leclerc - X
Carlos Sainz Jr
Kevin Magnussen
Nico Hülkenberg - X
Lando Norris - X
Oscar Piastri
Lewis Hamilton - X
George Russell
Max Verstappen - X
Sergio Perez
Alex Albon - X
Logan Sargeant
*Teams in alphabetical order.
Valtteri Bottas - X
Zhou Guanyu
Nyck de Vries -
Yuki Tsunoda - X
Esteban Ocon - X
Pierre Gasly
Lance Stroll
Fernando Alonso - X
Charles Leclerc - X
Carlos Sainz Jr
Kevin Magnussen
Nico Hülkenberg - X
Lando Norris - X
Oscar Piastri
Lewis Hamilton - X
George Russell
Max Verstappen - X
Sergio Perez
Alex Albon - X
Logan Sargeant
Ghost
Valtteri Bottas - X
Zhou Guanyu
Nyck de Vries - X
Yuki Tsunoda
Esteban Ocon - X
Pierre Gasly
Lance Stroll
Fernando Alonso - X
Charles Leclerc - X
Carlos Sainz Jr
Kevin Magnussen - X
Nico Hülkenberg
Lando Norris - X
Oscar Piastri
Lewis Hamilton - X
George Russell
Max Verstappen - X
Sergio Perez
Alex Albon - X
Logan Sargeant
I think Nyck will beat Yuki and I think Kevin will beat The Hulk.
Zhou Guanyu
Nyck de Vries - X
Yuki Tsunoda
Esteban Ocon - X
Pierre Gasly
Lance Stroll
Fernando Alonso - X
Charles Leclerc - X
Carlos Sainz Jr
Kevin Magnussen - X
Nico Hülkenberg
Lando Norris - X
Oscar Piastri
Lewis Hamilton - X
George Russell
Max Verstappen - X
Sergio Perez
Alex Albon - X
Logan Sargeant
I think Nyck will beat Yuki and I think Kevin will beat The Hulk.
Tom
Valtteri Bottas - X
Zhou Guanyu
Nyck de Vries
Yuki Tsunoda - X
Esteban Ocon
Pierre Gasly - X
Lance Stroll
Fernando Alonso - X
Charles Leclerc - X
Carlos Sainz Jr
Kevin Magnussen - X
Nico Hülkenberg
Lando Norris - X
Oscar Piastri
Lewis Hamilton
George Russell - X
Max Verstappen - X
Sergio Perez
Alex Albon - X
Logan Sargeant
Zhou Guanyu
Nyck de Vries
Yuki Tsunoda - X
Esteban Ocon
Pierre Gasly - X
Lance Stroll
Fernando Alonso - X
Charles Leclerc - X
Carlos Sainz Jr
Kevin Magnussen - X
Nico Hülkenberg
Lando Norris - X
Oscar Piastri
Lewis Hamilton
George Russell - X
Max Verstappen - X
Sergio Perez
Alex Albon - X
Logan Sargeant
New season, new rules.
Pre-Season Testing
Barcelona circuit from the 23-25 February.
Bahrain hosting the second block of running from the 11-13 March, just a week before the season starts.
This will be the first opportunity to see the 2022 cars in action.
Provisional 2022 Formula 1 Calendar
*subject to contract **subject to FIA circuit homologation
Formula 1 2022 driver line-up
Pre-Season Testing
Barcelona circuit from the 23-25 February.
Bahrain hosting the second block of running from the 11-13 March, just a week before the season starts.
This will be the first opportunity to see the 2022 cars in action.
Provisional 2022 Formula 1 Calendar
| Date | Grand Prix | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| 20 March | Bahrain | Sakhir |
| 27 March | Saudi Arabia | Jeddah |
| 10 April | Australia | Melbourne |
| 24 April | Emilia Romagna | Imola* |
| 8 May | Miami | Miami** |
| 22 May | Spain | Barcelona* |
| 29 May | Monaco | Monaco |
| 12 June | Azerbaijan | Baku |
| 19 June | Canada | Montreal |
| 3 July | United Kingdom | Silverstone |
| 10 July | Austria | Spielberg |
| 24 July | France | Le Castellet |
| 31 July | Hungary | Budapest |
| 28 August | Belgium | Spa |
| 4 September | Netherlands | Zandvoort |
| 11 September | Italy | Monza |
| 25 September | Russia | Sochi |
| 2 October | Singapore | Singapore* |
| 9 October | Japan | Suzuka |
| 23 October | USA | Austin* |
| 30 October | Mexico | Mexico City |
| 13 November | Brazil | Sao Paulo |
| 20 November | Abu Dhabi | Abu Dhabi |
*subject to contract **subject to FIA circuit homologation
Formula 1 2022 driver line-up
| Team | Driver 1 | Driver 2 |
| Mercedes | Lewis Hamilton | George Russell |
| Red Bull | Max Verstappen | Sergio Perez |
| Ferrari | Charles Leclerc | Carlos Sainz |
| McLaren | Lando Norris | Daniel Ricciardo |
| Alpine | Fernando Alonso | Esteban Ocon |
| Alpha Tauri | Pierre Gasly | Yuki Tsunoda |
| Williams | Nicholas Latifi | Alex Albon |
| Aston Martin | Sebastian Vettel | Lance Stroll |
| Alfa Romeo | Valtteri Bottas | Guanyu Zhou |
| Haas | Mick Schumacher | Nikita Mazepin |
Fraser
Nico Hulkenberg has emerged as a serious contender to replace Mick Schumacher at the Haas Formula 1 team in 2023.
Franco Pinion
Williams have confirmed the team will part ways with Nicholas Latifi at the end of the 2022 Formula One season.
Legion
Daniel Ricciardo is coming back to Redbull as Third Driver for 2023.
https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2014692760792465583
That's disappointing. I was hoping Williams would be challenging the "Top 4" more this season.
Qualifying - promoting performance
- Adjustments to energy management parameters, including a reduction in maximum permitted recharge from 8MJ to 7MJ, aimed at reducing excessive harvesting and encouraging more consistent flat-out driving. This change targets a maximum superclip duration reduced to approximately 2-4 seconds per lap.
- Peak superclip power increased to 350kW, previously being 250kW, further reducing the time spent recharging, and reducing driver workload on energy management. This will also be applied in Race conditions.
- The number of events where alternative lower energy limits may apply has been increased from 8 to 12 races, allowing greater adaptation to circuit characteristics.
Race - improved safety and consistency of performance- The maximum power available through the Boost in race conditions is now capped at +150kW (or the car's current power level at activation if higher) limiting sudden performance differentials.
- MGU-K deployment is maintained at 350kW in key acceleration zones (from corner exit to braking point, including overtaking zones) but will be limited to 250kW in other parts of the lap.
- These measures are designed to reduce excessive closing speeds while maintaining overtaking opportunities and overall performance characteristics.
Race starts - enhanced safety mechanisms- A new "low power start detection" system has been developed, capable of identifying cars with abnormally low acceleration shortly after clutch release.
- In such cases, an automatic MGU-K deployment will be triggered to ensure a minimum level of acceleration and mitigate start-related risks without introducing any sporting advantage.
- An associated visual warning system is being introduced, activating flashing lights (rear and lateral) on affected cars to alert following drivers.
- A reset of the energy counter at the start of the formation lap has also been implemented to correct a previously identified system inconsistency.
Wet conditions - improving safety and visibilityColton Herta is understood to be the leading candidate to replace the Finnish driver, although the American still needs enough points to secure an FIA Super Licence.
Cadillac are reportedly disappointed with Bottas' performances so far this season.
Meanwhile, Sergio Pérez is not considering leaving the project before 2028.