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George Russell owned the streets of the 2025 Singapore GP from lights out to the chequered flag. Max Verstappen and Lando Norris rounded out the podium after a tense, strategic race that had its moments, not least from McLaren themselves. Still, the race ultimately ended with the Woking squad sealing the 2025 Constructors’ Championship. Green…
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Following the day’s FP3 session, George Russell stunned in Qualifying at the 2025 Singapore GP with a blistering lap to claim pole, leading a shock Mercedes showcase that shook up the order under the Marina Bay lights. What other surprises came from this session? Q1: Hamilton Top, Alpine Causes Chaos Traffic was always going to…
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After a disjointed FP1 session, FP2 of the 2025 Azerbaijan GP at the Baku City Circuit was also eventful, with drivers frequently brushing walls, running wide, and testing the limits of their setups. In the end, Lewis Hamilton led the way for Ferrari with a 1:41.293, narrowly ahead of teammate Charles Leclerc. We Go Green…
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McLaren’s Lando Norris had dominated every practice session at the 2025 Dutch GP, but F1 Qualifying was the true test so far this weekend. In gusty conditions that unsettled cars through the long left-hand Turn 10, the papaya team proved untouchable again, with Oscar Piastri edging Norris to secure pole. Q1: McLarens Again, Haas Falters,…
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After a relatively routine first practice session where Russell, Verstappen, and Piastri topped the times, all eyes were on FP2 of the 2025 Austrian GP to see how the field would evolve. With both Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc making their first appearances of the weekend after sitting out FP1 for rookie duties, how would…
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George Russell left the Canadian Grand Prix beaming following what he called a “controlled” performance from him and his Mercedes team. The British driver’s grasp on victory never looked in doubt throughout the 70 lap race, but a safety car incident with Max Verstappen has left his win in jeopardy. Following the collision between Oscar…
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As the ‘Oscar Piastri-2025 Canadian GP’ episode ends, the Australian dubbed his late, dramatic clash with teammate Lando Norris as “a shame” for McLaren. The McLaren #2 also revealed it to be his ‘not-so-easiest‘ race weekend, as he missed the podium in Montréal. As the race started today, McLaren was at a disadvantage, with Norris…
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Lando Norris was back on form, topping the F1 FP3 timings at the 2025 Canadian GP with a 1:11.799 for McLaren.
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The second session, FP2, of the 2025 Canadian GP maintained the excitement with the continued form of the unexpected challengers. George Russell posted the session’s fastest time with a 1:12.887. Leclerc sat out the session with Ferrari still rebuilding his car after the FP1 incident that brought out a red flag. FP2 showed that Montreal…
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The 2025 Spanish Grand Prix marked the end of an exhausting triple header. Here’s a breakdown of the biggest winners and losers from the race.
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The 2025 F1 Spanish Grand Prix ran as one would expect…until a late safety car completely dismantled those expectations. The final six laps of the grand prix are in contention for the most entertaining and action-packed laps of the season. McLaren sealed another 1-2, Leclerc snuck onto the podium for Ferrari, and Verstappen made contact…
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Oscar Piastri produced a masterclass on the streets of Miami to claim his third consecutive win and fourth overall of the 2025 season, leading McLaren to a commanding 1–2 finish with teammate Lando Norris. George Russell rounded out the podium for Mercedes, his fourth of the season, after a hard-fought afternoon behind the dominant papaya…
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After a race filled with action, from wheel-to-wheel fights to pit-stop chaos and stewards’ actions at almost every lap, Oscar Piastri realised an outstanding race under the Bahrain lights to secure his second consecutive win and McLaren’s first-ever Bahrain Grand Prix victory. As chaos erupted behind him, the Aussie driver had the perfect start and led the pack smoothly into Turn 1. Starting on softs, George Russell overtook Charles Leclerc before locking up and…
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The Chinese GP Qualifying result sees Oscar Piastri take his maiden pole position alongside George Russell and Lando Norris.
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In an eventful session which saw red flags, new liveries and rookie appearances, George Russell topped Free Practice 1 in Mexico City. In case you missed it here’s what you missed during FP1. Rookie Apperances This weekend was another one full of Rookie cameos in FP1. With several drivers taking on their mandatory rookie sessions.…
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In just a few seasons, George Russell has established himself as a pillar of Formula 1. His racing intelligence and determination have made him one of the most respected drivers in the paddock. Since joining Mercedes in 2022, he has adapted to the challenges and proved his talent alongside Lewis Hamilton. At 26, he is…
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McLaren’s Oscar Piastri emerged victorious at the F1 2024 Azerbaijan GP, fending off the Ferrari of Charles Leclerc who was nipping at his heels for the majority of the race. A dramatic collision in the closing laps between the second Ferrari of Carlos Sainz and Sergio Pérez in the Red Bull saw the race finish…
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George Russell goes quickest with a 1:42.514 for Mercedes after a disrupted FP3 session at the 2024 Azerbaijan GP. He was followed by Charles Leclerc with a 1:42.527 for Ferrari and Lando Norris with a 1:42.737 for McLaren. Green Light The green light marked the beginning of the final practice session of the weekend at…
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McLaren’s Oscar Piastri has called his P4 (+27.337s) finish “little bit disappointing“, after missing out on a podium spot during the 2024 Dutch GP. The Australian racer even took the blame for his podium miss, admitting he was “not being competitive enough when it mattered” at Circuit Zandvoort. Despite missing the podium, Piastri delivered an…
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Mercedes had both a weekend to remember and forget at the 2024 Belgian GP. George Russell initially won the race but was later disqualified. Lewis Hamilton then took the win. One cannot also forget their failed upgrades. Free Practice 1 saw Mercedes bring upgrades to the 2024 Belgian GP. It was hoped that the team…