Red Bull motorsport boss Helmut Marko has explained why the decision was taken to give Max Verstappen a new power unit at Formula 1's Russian GP.
Andretti Autosport has signed Romain Grosjean for its #28 DHL-Honda entry in the 2022 and 2023 NTT IndyCar Series seasons, after an impressive rookie year with Dale Coyne/Rick Ware Racing.
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Russian Grand Prix at Sochi, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Valtteri Bottas led Lewis Hamilton in another Mercedes 1-2 in second practice for Formula 1's 2021 Russian Grand Prix, which was disrupted after Antonio Giovinazzi crashed his Alfa Romeo heavily.
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The times that suggest Verstappen should be confident of F1 Russian GP recovery
For the second race in a row, Mercedes has ended the first day of track action on top. It’s in a commanding position at the Russian Grand Prix once again – this time largely thanks to Max Verstappen’s upcoming engine-change grid penalty. But there’s plenty to suggest all hope is not lost for the championship leader at Sochi...
Why Grosjean's oval commitment shows he's serious about IndyCar
One of motorsport’s worst-kept secrets now out in the open, and Romain Grosjean has been confirmed as an Andretti Autosport IndyCar driver in 2022. It marks a remarkable turnaround after the abrupt end to his Formula 1 career, and is a firm indication of his commitment to challenge for the IndyCar Series title
How Piastri could be forced to spend 2022 on the bench
Tipped as the next big thing after winning the FIA Formula 3 championship in his rookie season, Oscar Piastri has taken Formula 2 by storm and looks set to clinch that title too. But with no Formula 1 seat available to him for next year, the Alpine junior may have to wait for his time in the spotlight…
Verstappen: Sochi F1 fightback will be harder than in 2018
Max Verstappen is braced for a “more difficult” fight from the back of the grid in Sochi this weekend compared to 2018 thanks to Formula 1’s more competitive midfield.
Gasly surprised by "fragile" F1 front wing break in FP2
Pierre Gasly says that his AlphaTauri Formula 1 team may have to review its front wing design after he lost his in contact with a kerb in Sochi's Russian Grand Prix practice on Friday.
Callum Ilott signs as Juncos Hollinger's IndyCar full-timer in 2022
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Hamilton: Mercedes must capitalise on Verstappen F1 penalty
Lewis Hamilton says Mercedes must capitalise on the opportunity it has to grab a 1-2 finish in Formula 1’s Russian Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen taking an engine penalty.
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Watch the Le Mans Virtual Series Qualifying and Cup race live
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Supercars confirms unprecedented Sydney quadruple header
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IndyCar becomes sanctioning body, promoter for Indy Lights
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Palou: "To finish 11th in IndyCar is not that easy nowadays"
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Russian GP: The latest key F1 technical developments
Join us as we delve into the latest technical developments from the Russian Grand Prix at Sochi, courtesy of Giorgio Piola and Sutton Images.
Grosjean confirmed at Andretti Autosport for 2022 IndyCar season
Andretti Autosport has signed Romain Grosjean for its #28 DHL-Honda entry in the 2022 and 2023 NTT IndyCar Series seasons, after an impressive rookie year with Dale Coyne/Rick Ware Racing.
Hauger: F3 title win "unreal" after disappointing 2020
Dennis Hauger says winning the 2021 FIA Formula 3 championship is “unreal” having bounced back from a disappointing 2020 in which he doubted his driving ability.
Grand Prix practice results: Bottas fastest in Sochi F1
Valtteri Bottas was fastest on the opening day of Russian Grand Prix practice at Sochi on Friday, the 15th round of the 2021 Formula 1 World Championship season.
Sochi F3: Hauger seals title as Sargeant wins Race 1
Dennis Hauger secured the FIA Formula 3 title in the first race of the weekend in Sochi, as Logan Sargeant took his first victory of the season.
F1 Form Guide: Russian Grand Prix
Verstappen long-shot, Hamilton’s race to lose and a podium for Carlos Sainz? Here are our top tips for this weekend in Sochi.
Why Verstappen has taken an F1 engine penalty and Hamilton hasn't
Red Bull motorsport boss Helmut Marko has explained why the decision was taken to give Max Verstappen a new power unit at Formula 1's Russian GP.
Sochi F2: Piastri pips Daruvala for pole position hat-trick
Formula 2 championship leader Oscar Piastri scored his third pole position in a row after pipping Jehan Daruvala in a frantic finish to qualifying at Sochi Autodrom.
Jerez WSBK: Rea leads the way in Friday practice at Jerez
Kawasaki rider Jonathan Rea topped Friday practice for this weekend's Jerez World Superbike round, going a massive four tenths faster than nearest rival Michael Ruben Rinaldi.
Newgarden welcomes international opposition in IndyCar
Two-time IndyCar champion Josef Newgarden says he welcomes the arrival of young talent such as Alex Palou and Pato O'Ward from other countries and formulas to dispute the NTT IndyCar Series.
Russian GP: Bottas and Hamilton keep Mercedes on top in FP2
Valtteri Bottas led Lewis Hamilton in another Mercedes 1-2 in second practice for Formula 1's 2021 Russian Grand Prix, which was disrupted after Antonio Giovinazzi crashed his Alfa Romeo heavily.
How Ducati has developed MotoGP's most versatile bike
His third place at Misano made Enea Bastianini the fifth different Ducati-mounted rider to score a podium in 2021. Amid a season that has seen one rider amass the bulk of Yamaha and Honda's success, the Ducati's versatility makes for a potent weapon, but the contribution of a former leading light shouldn't be forgotten
Why dumping the MGU-H is the right move for F1
OPINION: With its days apparently numbered, the MGU-H looks set to be dropped from Formula 1’s future engine rules in order to entice new manufacturers in. While it may appear a change of direction, the benefits for teams and fans could make the decision a worthwhile call
The floundering fortunes of F1’s many Lotus reboots
Team Lotus ceased to exist in 1994 - and yet various parties have been trying to resurrect the hallowed name, in increasingly unrecognisable forms, ever since. Damien Smith brings GP Racing’s history of the legendary team to an end with a look at those who sought to keep the flame alive in Formula 1.
Why the 2021 title fight is far from F1's worst, despite its toxic background
OPINION: Formula 1 reconvenes for the Russian Grand Prix two weeks after the latest blow in ‘Max Verstappen vs Lewis Hamilton’. While the Silverstone and Monza incidents were controversial, they thankfully lacked one element that so far separates the 2021 title fight from the worst examples of ugly championship battles
 | Max Verstappen | 226 pts |
 | Lewis Hamilton | 221 pts |
 | Valtteri Bottas | 141 pts |
 | Mercedes | 362 pts |
 | Red Bull Racing | 344 pts |
 | McLaren | 215 pts |
