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Austrian Grand Prix: Masks, remote-control trolleys for Formula 1's new-look podium

The drivers will also require to wear facemasks before stepping up onto socially-distanced individual rostrums placed in front of their cars on the start-finish line due to strict anti-pandemic measures.

Jul 05, 2020, 18:07 PM IST

Valtteri Bottas pips Lewis Hamilton to start F1 season on pole in Austria

Four-times champion Sebastian Vettel failed to reach the top 10 shootouts, starting 11th, while Charles Leclerc qualified seventh after taking pole last year.

Jul 04, 2020, 22:21 PM IST

Lewis Hamilton makes a statement as F1 gets back on track

Hamilton and team mate Valtteri Bottas responded to the `new normal` resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic by finishing one-two in both free practice sessions on the latest start to a campaign.

Jul 04, 2020, 09:18 AM IST

Former F1 boss Bernie Ecclestone 'proud' after becoming father again at 89

Ecclestone's wife Fabiana Flosi, 44, has given birth to a baby boy and his name is Ace.
 

Jul 02, 2020, 16:25 PM IST

Discipline, unity key to successful Formula One season: Pierre Gasly

Alpha Touri racer Piere Gasly in an exclusive interview with WION's Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo, opened up about the Austria Grand Prix, risks surrounding COVID-19, Lewis Hamilton and F1's stance against racism and much more. 

Jul 02, 2020, 12:31 PM IST

Looking at new ways to present trophies to winners, says Formula 1 chief

F1, earlier this week, confirmed that the 2020 season will begin in Austria next month and also revealed details on the first eight races of a new calendar in the wake of COVID-19 pandemic.

Jun 13, 2020, 17:20 PM IST

Formula 1: Azerbaijan, Singapore, Japanese Grands Prix cancelled due to coronavirus

The Formula One has confirmed that its Azerbaijan, Singapore and Japanese Grands Prix have been cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic that continue to threaten the entire world.

Jun 12, 2020, 17:19 PM IST

Mercedes F1 boss backs Lewis Hamilton on racial injustice

Hamilton spoke to millions of followers on social media of his rage and disbelief at the killing of the unarmed black man, who died in Minneapolis after a white U.S. police officer knelt on his neck.

Jun 04, 2020, 09:17 AM IST

Daniel Ricciardo talked to Ferrari before McLaren move

However, Ferrari chose McLaren`s Spaniard Carlos Sainz as replacement for four times world champion Sebastian Vettel alongside Charles Leclerc for 2021.

May 29, 2020, 09:27 AM IST

Formula 1: Dutch Grand Prix postponed till 2021 due to coronavirus

Earlier, races in Australia and Monaco were cancelled and every race up to the French Grand Prix on June 28 was postponed.

 

May 28, 2020, 16:02 PM IST

McLaren boss expects Sebastian Vettel to leave Formula One

Ferrari said on Tuesday that Vettel, who won all his titles with Red Bull between 2010-13, would be leaving after six years with them.

May 16, 2020, 09:30 AM IST

British Grand Prix can go ahead despite quarantine restrictions

The race will be a 70th anniversary for Formula One at the English circuit which hosted the first world championship race in 1950.

May 11, 2020, 09:22 AM IST

Hungarian Grand Prix possible only behind closed doors, says organisers

The Hungarian GP is one of the remaining events in the current season of F1 as the coronavirus pandemic forced a slew of cancellations and postponements over the past two months.
 

May 01, 2020, 17:26 PM IST

Formula 1 shutdown extended further by 4 weeks due to coronavirus

Earlier, races in Australia and Monaco were cancelled and every race up to the French Grand Prix on June 28 was postponed.

 

Apr 30, 2020, 13:02 PM IST

Formula 1 may have to slim down to get season started

Formula One could start the season behind locked gates due to the COVID-19 pandemic but the glamour sport will likely have to slim down considerably to get the green light to go racing.

Apr 17, 2020, 09:16 AM IST

Formula One considering races behind closed doors once season starts

The Australian opener on March 15 was cancelled and every race up to the French Grand Prix on June 28 has been postponed so far.

Apr 09, 2020, 12:04 PM IST

Haas, McLaren team members quarantined, tested for coronavirus

Two members of the Haas Formula One team and one from McLaren were quarantined in Melbourne on Wednesday (March 11, 2020) as a precaution amid coronavirus fears ahead of Sunday`s season-opening Australian Grand Prix. "Two members showed some cold-like symptoms this morning. With the guidelines we`ve followed, they have been tested (for coronavirus)," a Haas spokesman told Reuters at Albert Park. "As a result of being tested they have to go back into the hotel for isolation while we await the results."

Mar 11, 2020, 14:21 PM IST

Chinese Grand Prix called off due to Coronavirus outbreak

The Formula One Chinese Grand Prix will not take place as scheduled on April 19 due to the outbreak of the coronavirus, The Times and other media outlets reported on Wednesday.

Feb 12, 2020, 15:01 PM IST

Formula 1: Lewis Hamilton fastest as Mercedes dominate Japanese Grand Prix practice

Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton was comfortably quickest in both practice sessions for the Japanese Grand Prix as the Mercedes driver piled the pressure on title rival Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari on Friday.

Oct 05, 2018, 18:01 PM IST

Motor racing: 'Spent' Hamilton soaks up special victory in Singapore

Lewis Hamilton converted his pole position into a victory at the Singapore Grand Prix.

Sep 16, 2018, 22:19 PM IST