F1 news

Formula One governing body approves Liberty Media takeover

Liberty Media, controlled by U.S. cable mogul John Malone, took control of the sport in September in a deal valued at $8 billion.

Jan 18, 2017, 23:56 PM IST

Valtteri Bottas named Nico Rosberg's successor at Mercedes F1

The Stuttgart-based Mercedes were left scrambling round for a second driver when Rosberg dramatically retired on December 2 just five days following his drivers` title triumph.

Jan 16, 2017, 21:52 PM IST

F1 legend Michael Schumacher loses two more sponsors: Report

Schumacher suffered from head injuries while skiing during a French Alps vacation in 2013.

Jan 16, 2017, 00:14 AM IST

Silverstone likely to miss out on British GP in 2020, owners reveal

Silverstone first staged the race in 1950 and has hosted it continually since 1987, but despite attracting 139,000 spectators last year, it has recorded a deficit in the last two years.

Jan 06, 2017, 20:14 PM IST

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff urges for calm in attempt to replace Nico Rosberg's replacement

Meanwhile, Hamilton has insisted that his team must consult him on who would replace Rosberg next season.

Dec 25, 2016, 17:47 PM IST

Sebastian Vettel not replacing Nico Roseberg at Mercedes, will stay put at Ferrari

Earlier on Sunday, Mercedes non-executive team chairman Niki Lauda said that he expected Nico Rosberg's replacement to be announced before the end of the year.

Dec 05, 2016, 09:30 AM IST

Newly crowned F1 champion Nico Rosberg announces SHOCK retirement

The 31-year-old Mercedes driver just won his first Drivers' championship title on Sunday at the season finale Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Dec 02, 2016, 19:42 PM IST

2017 F1 schedule announced, season kicks-off on March 26 but no place for German GP

Nico Rosberg will start the defence of his Formula One world title in Australia on March 26.

Dec 01, 2016, 00:15 AM IST

Monza secures new 3-year-deal to host Italian Grand Prix

The Italian Grand Prix was first held at Monza in 1921 and is the oldest race on the calendar.

Nov 29, 2016, 23:11 PM IST

Mercedes to confront Nico Rosberg-Lewis Hamilton `anarchy`

Hamilton twice rejected team instructions to speed up as Rosberg came under threat from Ferrari`s Sebastian Vettel.

Nov 28, 2016, 23:02 PM IST

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton edges Nico Rosberg in Friday practice sessions

Hamilton, who is 12 points adrift ahead of the final leg of the 21-race season, must win and hope that Rosberg finishes outside the top three.

Nov 26, 2016, 00:05 AM IST

Germany set to be dropped as venue from next year's F1 calendar for financial reasons

Germany was listed on a provisional 21-race 2017 schedule with an asterisk, along with Canada and Brazil.

Nov 25, 2016, 11:29 AM IST

McLaren F1 executive director Zak Brown admits team in need of a title sponsor

McLaren last had a title sponsor in 2013, when a deal with Vodafone expired.

Nov 22, 2016, 20:23 PM IST

After Ron Dennis exit, McLaren appoint Zak Brown as executive director

Brown, who previously worked with McLaren on sponsorship deals, said in a statement issued Monday: "I`m immensely proud to be joining McLaren Technology Group.

Nov 22, 2016, 08:58 AM IST

McLaren shareholders have rejected bids, not looking to sell

There was also speculation in September that U.S. technology giant Apple had made an approach to invest in or buy McLaren.

Nov 18, 2016, 23:54 PM IST

Brazilian Grand Prix: Lewis Hamilton edges Nico Rosberg to Sao Paulo pole

Rosberg grabbed pole and won the race in 2014 and 2015 and will secure his first F1 title if he can win Sunday`s race at the Interlagos circuit.

Nov 12, 2016, 23:40 PM IST

Brazil GP: Nico Rosberg set to deliver teammate Lewis Hamilton championship knockout blow

The 31-year-old German has a 19-point lead ahead of his Mercedes team-mate and defending champion Lewis Hamilton in the title race with two races remaining.

Nov 10, 2016, 09:36 AM IST

Michael Schumacher recovery: Mercedes' Ross Brawn sees 'encouraging signs' in German legend's fight for survival

Seven-time world champion Schumacher sustained serious head injuries in the accident in 2013, which left him in a coma for six months and unable to walk.

Nov 04, 2016, 00:12 AM IST

Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel escapes punishment following Mexican GP outburst on Max Verstappen

Vettel swore repeatedly at FIA race director Charlie Whiting and Red Bull driver Max Verstappen over the team radio.

Nov 02, 2016, 13:29 PM IST

Mexican GP: Lewis Hamilton pips teammate Nico Rosberg to keep title charge alive

Four-time champion Sebastian Vettel lose his temper during a tempestuous exchange following a clash with Dutch teenager Max Verstappen of Red Bull.

Oct 31, 2016, 08:28 AM IST