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BreakingAug 17, 2026 · 2 MIN

Liberty Media Settles 2023 Las Vegas GP Lawsuit for $3 Million

Liberty Media has finalized a $3 million class-action settlement regarding the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix, with an August 27 filing deadline for affected fans.

Liberty Media Settles 2023 Las Vegas GP Lawsuit for $3 Million

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Red Bull Tables Massive Five-Year Contract Extension to Max Verstappen

BreakingAug 17, 2026 · 2 MIN

Red Bull Tables Massive Five-Year Contract Extension to Max Verstappen

Red Bull Racing has reportedly offered Max Verstappen a long-term contract extension through 2033 to ensure stability ahead of the 2027 technical regulations.

#max verstappen#red bull racing

Mercedes Abandons W17 Wind-Down, Launches Massive Upgrade Push

BreakingAug 17, 2026 · 2 MIN

Mercedes Abandons W17 Wind-Down, Launches Massive Upgrade Push

Mercedes has executed a dramatic strategic U-turn, cancelling plans to wind down the W17 project in favor of an aggressive mid-season development push.

McLaren Confirms Irreparable 2026 Design Flaw: Title Hopes Dealt Blow

BreakingAug 17, 2026 · 2 MIN

McLaren Confirms Irreparable 2026 Design Flaw: Title Hopes Dealt Blow

McLaren has admitted to a structural design flaw in their 2026 car that cannot be fixed, forcing the team to pivot from championship contention to damage control.

#mclaren#lando norris

FIA Authorizes 2026 Cost Cap Increase to Ease Engine Transition

BreakingAug 17, 2026 · 3 MIN

FIA Authorizes 2026 Cost Cap Increase to Ease Engine Transition

The FIA has granted teams a $6 million cost cap increase to navigate 2026 engine challenges, allowing for critical mechanical and technical upgrades.

#f1#regulations

FIA Rescinds Neutrality Requirements for Russian and Belarusian Competitors

BreakingAug 17, 2026 · 2 MIN

FIA Rescinds Neutrality Requirements for Russian and Belarusian Competitors

The FIA has officially lifted neutrality requirements for Russian and Belarusian competitors, allowing the display of national symbols and flags in F1.

Cadillac F1 Ownership Under Scrutiny Following Federal Investigation

BreakingAug 17, 2026 · 3 MIN

Cadillac F1 Ownership Under Scrutiny Following Federal Investigation

Billionaire backer Mark Walter faces a federal probe into his financial dealings, casting uncertainty over the future of the Cadillac F1 team.

#cadillac f1#formula 1

F1 and Disney Extend 'Fuel the Magic' Deal Through 2028 with Pixar's Cars

BreakingAug 17, 2026 · 3 MIN

F1 and Disney Extend 'Fuel the Magic' Deal Through 2028 with Pixar's Cars

Formula 1 and Disney have extended their 'Fuel the Magic' partnership through 2028, with plans to integrate the Pixar Cars franchise into race weekends.

FIA Lifts Competition Ban on Russian and Belarusian Personnel

BreakingAug 14, 2026 · 2 MIN

FIA Lifts Competition Ban on Russian and Belarusian Personnel

The FIA has officially rescinded its long-standing sanctions, allowing Russian and Belarusian personnel to compete under their national flags once more.

#fia#regulations

Cadillac F1 Shakes Up Leadership: Marcin Budkowski Replaces Lowdon

BreakingAug 14, 2026 · 2 MIN

Cadillac F1 Shakes Up Leadership: Marcin Budkowski Replaces Lowdon

Cadillac has announced a major leadership change, appointing former Alpine executive Marcin Budkowski as team principal to replace Graeme Lowdon.

Shock Departure: Mercedes Technical Lead Quits During Title Fight

BreakingAug 9, 2026 · 2 MIN

Shock Departure: Mercedes Technical Lead Quits During Title Fight

Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS faces a major leadership shakeup as a key technical figure resigns amid an escalating reliability crisis and a fierce championship battle.

#mercedes#f1 news

Colton Herta’s 2027 Cadillac F1 Bid Stalls After Super Licence Setback

BreakingAug 9, 2026 · 2 MIN

Colton Herta’s 2027 Cadillac F1 Bid Stalls After Super Licence Setback

Colton Herta's hopes for a 2027 Cadillac Formula 1 seat have collapsed after failing to meet FIA Super Licence points requirements.

Seismic Shift: Gwen Lagrue Joins Red Bull Racing Junior Programme

BreakingAug 8, 2026 · 2 MIN

Seismic Shift: Gwen Lagrue Joins Red Bull Racing Junior Programme

Red Bull Racing has hired long-time Mercedes talent scout Gwen Lagrue to overhaul its junior programme in a major mid-season personnel shake-up.

#red bull racing#mercedes

Max Verstappen Officially Activates Red Bull Contract Exit Clause

BreakingAug 8, 2026 · 2 MIN

Max Verstappen Officially Activates Red Bull Contract Exit Clause

Max Verstappen has formally triggered his Red Bull Racing contract exit clause, marking a seismic shift in the Formula 1 driver market.

#max verstappen#red bull racing

Red Bull Racing Secures Key Aston Martin Technical Staff in Major Coup

BreakingAug 8, 2026 · 2 MIN

Red Bull Racing Secures Key Aston Martin Technical Staff in Major Coup

Red Bull Racing has recruited a senior technical figure from Aston Martin to address performance struggles with the RB22 platform.

#red bull racing#aston martin

F1 to Expand Sprint Race Format for 2027 Season

BreakingAug 8, 2026 · 2 MIN

F1 to Expand Sprint Race Format for 2027 Season

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has confirmed plans to increase the number of Sprint weekends in 2027 to boost commercial engagement.

#f1#sprint race

Ferrari Executes Major Technical Raid on Mercedes

BreakingAug 8, 2026 · 2 MIN

Ferrari Executes Major Technical Raid on Mercedes

Ferrari has officially confirmed the hiring of a senior technical staff member from Mercedes, signaling a major move in the 2026 championship battle.

#ferrari#mercedes

F1 Teams Reject Pirelli Proposal to Lower 2026 Tyre Pressures

BreakingAug 8, 2026 · 2 MIN

F1 Teams Reject Pirelli Proposal to Lower 2026 Tyre Pressures

The ten Formula 1 teams have officially rejected Pirelli's proposal to lower 2026 tyre pressures, citing concerns over structural integrity and safety.

#pirelli#tyre regulations

Liberty Media Reports 38% Q2 Revenue Decline Amid 2026 Calendar Woes

BreakingAug 8, 2026 · 3 MIN

Liberty Media Reports 38% Q2 Revenue Decline Amid 2026 Calendar Woes

Liberty Media reports a 38% drop in Q2 revenue for 2026, driven by disruptions to the race calendar that impacted critical host nation and broadcasting fees.

#liberty media#formula 1

Tom McCullough to Depart Aston Martin at End of 2026 Season

BreakingAug 6, 2026 · 2 MIN

Tom McCullough to Depart Aston Martin at End of 2026 Season

Performance Director Tom McCullough will conclude his 13-year tenure with Aston Martin at the end of the 2026 season, marking another shift in the team's leadership.

#aston martin#f1

Red Bull Tables Formal Offer to Lock in Verstappen for 2027

BreakingAug 4, 2026 · 2 MIN

Red Bull Tables Formal Offer to Lock in Verstappen for 2027

Red Bull Racing has made a formal offer to remove the exit clause from Max Verstappen's contract to secure the driver's services through the 2027 season.

#max verstappen#red bull racing

Cadillac Issues Ultimatum: UK Staff Must Relocate or Face Redundancy

BreakingAug 3, 2026 · 2 MIN

Cadillac Issues Ultimatum: UK Staff Must Relocate or Face Redundancy

Cadillac has issued an ultimatum to its UK-based F1 staff, requiring relocation to the United States or facing redundancy, sparking concerns of a mid-season brain drain.

#cadillac#formula 1

Formula 1 in Preliminary Talks for German Grand Prix Return

BreakingAug 3, 2026 · 2 MIN

Formula 1 in Preliminary Talks for German Grand Prix Return

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has confirmed early discussions regarding a potential return to the Hockenheimring for the German Grand Prix.

Audi Freezes 2026 Engine Development; Eric Boullier Joins FIA

BreakingAug 1, 2026 · 3 MIN

Audi Freezes 2026 Engine Development; Eric Boullier Joins FIA

Audi halts 2026 power unit development to focus on 2027, while the FIA appoints Eric Boullier to a high-level strategic role.

Rachel Brookes Departs Sky Sports F1 in Major Broadcast Shift

BreakingAug 1, 2026 · 2 MIN

Rachel Brookes Departs Sky Sports F1 in Major Broadcast Shift

Veteran pitlane reporter Rachel Brookes is leaving Sky Sports F1, marking a significant change for the network's 2026 broadcast team.

#f1 news#sky sports f1