Mercedes says it was slightly baffled by Red Bull’s ‘odd’ decision not to use its maximum downforce wing at Formula 1’s Hungarian Grand Prix.
Alpine Formula 1 chief Marcin Budkowski says the team realised Esteban Ocon was set to win in Hungary with three laps to go after Lewis Hamilton’s charge was stalled.
FIA Formula 1 race director and safety delegate Michael Masi remains confident that the Spa-Francorchamps circuit is safe following a major accident in last weekend’s Spa 24 Hours.
Toto Wolff says Valtteri Bottas’s first-corner crash in Hungary will not have any impact on Mercedes’ Formula 1 driver decision for 2022.
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Why unseen Hungary heroics could be Latifi's making
The chaotic start to the Hungarian GP set the scene for F1's less heralded drivers to make a name for themselves. Esteban Ocon did just that to win in fine style, but further down the order one driver was making his first visit to the points and - while the circumstances were fortunate - took full advantage of the chance presented to him
The "heart-breaking" call that led to Ocon's Hungarian GP triumph
Set to restart the red-flagged Hungarian Grand Prix in second, Esteban Ocon had some doubts when he peeled into the pits to swap his intermediate tyres for slicks. But this "heart-breaking" call was vindicated in spectacular fashion as the Alpine driver staved off race-long pressure from Sebastian Vettel for a memorable maiden Formula 1 victory
Was Hamilton's Hungary solo start a good or bad look for F1?
OPINION: Different perspectives had Lewis Hamilton’s solo second standing start in Formula 1’s 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix as fabulous or farcical. But did it make the championship appear too silly for the sake of a moment of high-charged sporting drama?
How queue-jumping Russell avoided an F1 penalty in Hungary
Formula 1’s top stars know that if they no longer go for a gap that exists, they are no longer a racing driver. So when George Russell saw a big gap at the pit lane exit ahead of the restart at the Hungarian Grand Prix, he went for it.
Hypercars at full WEC power level in Le Mans, Alpine pegged back
Le Mans Hypercars are set to run at regular World Endurance Championship levels of power at the Le Mans 24 Hours later this month.
Alonso "incredible" in F1 defence against Hamilton - Alpine
Alpine Formula 1 has praised Fernando Alonso's role in helping teammate Esteban Ocon win the Hungarian Grand Prix, saying the Spaniard was "absolutely incredible" in holding up Lewis Hamilton.
How many F1 drivers have won the Le Mans 24 Hours?
The Le Mans 24 Hours is one of the toughest races in motorsport, with a very unique driving style needed to win. But how many F1 drivers have won the race? Find out here.
Waters to race Porsche in Australian GT
Supercars ace Cameron Waters has signed on to race a Porsche in GT World Challenge Australia.
Supercars to replace MotoGP at Phillip Island
The Australian Grand Prix Corporation will promote the Phillip Island round on the revised 2021 Supercars schedule.
NASCAR Xfinity driver Michael Annett cleared to return
Michael Annett will be back behind the wheel of the No. 1 JR Motorsports Chevrolet this weekend at Watkins Glen International.
Hamilton ‘proud’ of Vettel for F1 stand with ‘Same Love’ t-shirt
Lewis Hamilton felt “proud” of Sebastian Vettel for standing up for LGBTQ+ rights in Hungary last weekend after the Aston Martin Formula 1 driver was reprimanded for breaking FIA protocol.
Butcher: Oulton BTCC win stems from Brands Hatch improvements
Toyota British Touring Car Championship ace Rory Butcher has pinpointed his breakthrough win at Oulton Park to overnight improvements made at the previous round at Brands Hatch.
Ross Chastain: Trackhouse NASCAR Cup opportunity 'indescribable'
Ross Chastain had a simple message for Trackhouse Racing team co-owner Justin Marks after learning the organization would field two fulltime NASCAR Cup Series teams in 2022: “I want this.”
Marshals club pays tribute to volunteers after fatal Brands Hatch crash
The British Motorsports Marshals Club has paid tribute to the "outstanding professionalism" of all the marshals who continued to assist at events last weekend after the fatal Brands Hatch crash.
Pininfarina Battista production car debuts August 12
After years of waiting, the first production-spec version of the Automobili Pininfarina Battista will finally premiere during The Quail event during Monterey Car Week on August 12. The company will make just 150 examples of the hypercar and sell them for $2.2 million each.
Alpine pitwall realised Ocon would win with three laps to go
Alpine Formula 1 chief Marcin Budkowski says the team realised Esteban Ocon was set to win in Hungary with three laps to go after Lewis Hamilton’s charge was stalled.
Masi insists Spa is safe for F1 following high-speed GT3 crash
FIA Formula 1 race director and safety delegate Michael Masi remains confident that the Spa-Francorchamps circuit is safe following a major accident in last weekend’s Spa 24 Hours.
UK among six events bidding to join 2022 WRC calendar
An event in the United Kingdom is among six rally proposals fighting for the vacant four spots on the 2022 World Rally Championship calendar, with a decision expected by September.
Wolff: Bottas Hungary crash won’t influence 2022 F1 driver decision
Toto Wolff says Valtteri Bottas’s first-corner crash in Hungary will not have any impact on Mercedes’ Formula 1 driver decision for 2022.
Zolder DTM: Start time, how to watch and more
The Zolder circuit in Belgium plays host to the third round of the 2021 DTM season on August 6-8. Here's how and when you can watch both the races this weekend.
Evans was "curious" to switch FE teams before committing to Jaguar
Mitch Evans says he experienced “completely natural” curiosity to change Formula E teams before deciding to remain at Jaguar Racing after discussing “loyalty” with manager Mark Webber.
Pedrosa wanting to race again “a huge compliment” - KTM MotoGP boss
KTM motorsport boss Pit Beirer says Dani Pedrosa’s decision to finally race the KTM in a MotoGP wildcard outing is a “huge compliment” to “the squad and the bike”.
Brabham Automotive joins European GT2 Series
Brabham Automotive will enter the Fanatec GT2 European Series with its new Brabham BT62 GT2 Concept.
Why Suzuki desperately needs to find Brivio's MotoGP replacement
OPINION: While Shinichi Sahara insists that Suzuki does not need a team manager following the departure of Davide Brivio, the team's performance in the early part of the 2021 MotoGP season and the sentiment of the staff suggests the opposite
Hungarian Grand Prix driver ratings
This was race that showcased the best and worst of Formula 1, producing a first time winner and a memorable comeback to a podium finish. Avoiding trouble at the start and astute strategy calls were key to success, but where some drivers took full advantage, others made key errors that cost them dearly
The F1 champion who became an Indy king in his second career
Emerson Fittipaldi’s decision to go racing with his brother led to him falling out of F1, but he bloomed again on the IndyCar scene. NIGEL ROEBUCK considers a career of two halves
Why Mercedes is pleased to be in the Hungary hunt at a 'Red Bull track'
Mercedes ended Friday practice at the Hungaroring with a clear gap to Red Bull thanks to Valtteri Bottas’s pace in topping FP2. But there are other reasons why the Black Arrows squad feels satisfied with its progress so far at a track many Formula 1 observers reckon favours Red Bull overall...
| Session | Date | Content | |
| FP1 | | ||
| FP2 | | ||
| FP3 | | ||
| QU | | ||
| Race | |
 | Lewis Hamilton | 195 pts |
 | Max Verstappen | 187 pts |
 | Lando Norris | 113 pts |
 | Mercedes | 303 pts |
 | Red Bull Racing | 291 pts |
 | Ferrari | 163 pts |
