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Ronald Vording
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Ronald Vording

Ronald Vording is Motorsport.com and Autosport’s Network F1 reporter.

He studied journalism and history at the University of Groningen and started his F1 journalism career at GPUpdate.net alongside these two master’s degrees. He subsequently progressed into a full-time F1 reporter role for Motorsport Network.

Through interviews, analyses and on-site reporting of the Grands Prix, he aims to provide readers with the most important news stories and interesting background long reads. Ronald is also known for his F1 Updates on YouTube, which are popular among (Dutch) F1 fans.

 

Email: ronald.vording@motorsport.com

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Latest articles by Ronald Vording

George Russell reacts to Max Verstappen contemplating his F1 future

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George Russell reacts to Max Verstappen contemplating his F1 future

F1’s long-term future could suit Max Verstappen – but will it come soon enough?

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F1’s long-term future could suit Max Verstappen – but will it come soon enough?

Exclusive: F1 boss shares update after ‘constructive’ talks with Max Verstappen

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Exclusive: F1 boss shares update after ‘constructive’ talks with Max Verstappen

Is it now or never for Russell in hunt for F1 title?

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Is it now or never for Russell in hunt for F1 title?

F1 boss responds to Max Verstappen's criticism of 2026 rules: “His voice has to be listened to”

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F1 boss responds to Max Verstappen's criticism of 2026 rules: “His voice has to be listened to”

Lambiase’s move to McLaren makes sense - but Red Bull faces another big hole to fill

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Lambiase’s move to McLaren makes sense - but Red Bull faces another big hole to fill

Finally F1 cars don’t need to be faster to overtake – Isack Hadjar

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Finally F1 cars don’t need to be faster to overtake – Isack Hadjar

How Wolff’s joke about Verstappen in Zandvoort has become the new reality in F1

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How Wolff’s joke about Verstappen in Zandvoort has become the new reality in F1

Sergio Perez disagrees with Mario Andretti's "rusty" claim upon F1 return

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Sergio Perez disagrees with Mario Andretti's "rusty" claim upon F1 return

‘Is the car behind in control?’ F1 2026 rules spark Alex Albon’s concern

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‘Is the car behind in control?’ F1 2026 rules spark Alex Albon’s concern

F1 should aim at return to “flat-out qualifying” for 2027 – Laurent Mekies

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F1 should aim at return to “flat-out qualifying” for 2027 – Laurent Mekies

Why Norris’ comments perfectly capture F1’s 2026 dilemma

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Why Norris’ comments perfectly capture F1’s 2026 dilemma

“I try to convince myself every day”: Why Max Verstappen’s F1 future is more open than ever

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“I try to convince myself every day”: Why Max Verstappen’s F1 future is more open than ever

Red Bull struggling "one second off” leaders as it faces new reality in F1 2026

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Red Bull struggling "one second off” leaders as it faces new reality in F1 2026

The only thing Red Bull can do to motivate Max Verstappen may not be enough

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The only thing Red Bull can do to motivate Max Verstappen may not be enough

Is Antonelli now the 2026 F1 title favourite?

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Is Antonelli now the 2026 F1 title favourite?

Max Verstappen’s take on Red Bull’s problems, Oliver Bearman’s crash, and how to fix 2026 F1 rules

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Max Verstappen’s take on Red Bull’s problems, Oliver Bearman’s crash, and how to fix 2026 F1 rules

“Not how it should be” - Lando Norris and Max Verstappen on power unit influence in F1 2026

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“Not how it should be” - Lando Norris and Max Verstappen on power unit influence in F1 2026

FIA responds to dramatic Oliver Bearman crash in F1 Japanese GP

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FIA responds to dramatic Oliver Bearman crash in F1 Japanese GP

Arvid Lindblad earns major fan praise after "standout" Japanese GP qualifying

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Arvid Lindblad earns major fan praise after "standout" Japanese GP qualifying

Isack Hadjar: Red Bull struggles in Japan 'make no sense'

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Isack Hadjar: Red Bull struggles in Japan 'make no sense'

What's going wrong at Red Bull as it drops into F1 midfield?

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What's going wrong at Red Bull as it drops into F1 midfield?

Why Honda can’t solve the vibration issues alone and needs help from Aston Martin

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Why Honda can’t solve the vibration issues alone and needs help from Aston Martin

Charles Leclerc: “I go faster in corners — and lose everything on the straight”

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Charles Leclerc: “I go faster in corners — and lose everything on the straight”

Honda admits F1 project rebuild behind Aston Martin concerns

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Honda admits F1 project rebuild behind Aston Martin concerns

Explained: The numbers behind the FIA’s late change for F1 qualifying in Japan

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Explained: The numbers behind the FIA’s late change for F1 qualifying in Japan

“I’m not speaking before he’s leaving” – Max Verstappen bans British journalist from F1 press conference

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“I’m not speaking before he’s leaving” – Max Verstappen bans British journalist from F1 press conference

FIA cuts energy recovery limit for F1 Japanese GP qualifying after late change

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FIA cuts energy recovery limit for F1 Japanese GP qualifying after late change

The one thing Aston Martin needs more than a new team principal in F1

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The one thing Aston Martin needs more than a new team principal in F1

‘Piedi per terra’ – the serious message behind Toto Wolff’s joke with Italian media

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‘Piedi per terra’ – the serious message behind Toto Wolff’s joke with Italian media

Exclusive: Ahead of Red Bull – is Haas the unsung hero of the early F1 races?

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Exclusive: Ahead of Red Bull – is Haas the unsung hero of the early F1 races?

Haas the biggest surprise of the early F1 races? “We've beaten Red Bull on merit”

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Haas the biggest surprise of the early F1 races? “We've beaten Red Bull on merit”

No F1 rule changes ahead of Japan, but Toto Wolff remains wary of ‘political knives’

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No F1 rule changes ahead of Japan, but Toto Wolff remains wary of ‘political knives’

Toto Wolff silences critics in heartfelt message after Kimi Antonelli’s first F1 win

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Toto Wolff silences critics in heartfelt message after Kimi Antonelli’s first F1 win

Max Verstappen “in a horror show” – Toto Wolff responds to 2026 F1 criticism

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Max Verstappen “in a horror show” – Toto Wolff responds to 2026 F1 criticism

F1 teams face unexpected fallout after Bahrain and Saudi GPs are cancelled

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F1 teams face unexpected fallout after Bahrain and Saudi GPs are cancelled

Following Verstappen’s path? The one lesson Antonelli must learn for an F1 title fight

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Following Verstappen’s path? The one lesson Antonelli must learn for an F1 title fight

George Russell: Even "diehard" F1 fans are starting to enjoy 2026 rules

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George Russell: Even "diehard" F1 fans are starting to enjoy 2026 rules

McLaren lacking aerodynamic load and efficiency as it learns Mercedes F1 engine

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McLaren lacking aerodynamic load and efficiency as it learns Mercedes F1 engine

Mystery problem nearly ruined George Russell's F1 qualifying at Chinese GP

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Mystery problem nearly ruined George Russell's F1 qualifying at Chinese GP

What's holding Cadillac back in F1?

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What's holding Cadillac back in F1?

Peace in our time: Why Mercedes is playing down rift with F1 engine customers

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Peace in our time: Why Mercedes is playing down rift with F1 engine customers

130R, Pouhon and Eau Rouge – Can drivers still make the difference in F1's iconic corners?

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130R, Pouhon and Eau Rouge – Can drivers still make the difference in F1's iconic corners?

Oscar Piastri opens up on "strange coincidence" after repeating 2015 Daniil Kvyat moment

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Oscar Piastri opens up on "strange coincidence" after repeating 2015 Daniil Kvyat moment

Cadillac upgrading its F1 car at every race, as Sergio Perez sets timeline for points

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Cadillac upgrading its F1 car at every race, as Sergio Perez sets timeline for points

Ferrari pokes fun at Charles Leclerc’s "Mario Kart" comparison in viral F1 video

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Ferrari pokes fun at Charles Leclerc’s "Mario Kart" comparison in viral F1 video

Max Verstappen in talks with the FIA, but is it possible to end ‘yo-yo racing’ in F1?

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Max Verstappen in talks with the FIA, but is it possible to end ‘yo-yo racing’ in F1?

Aston Martin shuts down Honda F1 battery talk: ‘What’s the point of those questions?’

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Aston Martin shuts down Honda F1 battery talk: ‘What’s the point of those questions?’

Start issues will soon cause “massive shunt” in F1 2026, warns Sergio Perez

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Start issues will soon cause “massive shunt” in F1 2026, warns Sergio Perez

F1's difficult balancing act between attracting manufacturers and unhappy drivers

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F1's difficult balancing act between attracting manufacturers and unhappy drivers

Sergio Perez: Cadillac values my feedback “much more” than Red Bull

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Sergio Perez: Cadillac values my feedback “much more” than Red Bull

Toto Wolff joining Christian Horner in race for Alpine? Why the stake is so attractive

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Toto Wolff joining Christian Horner in race for Alpine? Why the stake is so attractive

Toto Wolff responds to driver criticism of 2026 rules: 'Fans the priority for F1'

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Toto Wolff responds to driver criticism of 2026 rules: 'Fans the priority for F1'

Did Aston Martin only find out what it signed up for with Honda in November?

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Did Aston Martin only find out what it signed up for with Honda in November?

Red Bull praises "fantastic" debut for Isack Hadjar at F1 Australian GP

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Red Bull praises "fantastic" debut for Isack Hadjar at F1 Australian GP

Toto Wolff goes viral after hilarious Australian Grand Prix paddock mishap

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Toto Wolff goes viral after hilarious Australian Grand Prix paddock mishap

Arvid Lindblad left "speechless" after points on F1 debut at Australian GP

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Arvid Lindblad left "speechless" after points on F1 debut at Australian GP

Liam Lawson: Bitter Sergio Perez fights me ‘like it’s for the world title’

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Liam Lawson: Bitter Sergio Perez fights me ‘like it’s for the world title’

Analysis: Mercedes versus its F1 customer teams – how can the gap be so large?

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Analysis: Mercedes versus its F1 customer teams – how can the gap be so large?

How the Red Bull-Ford F1 engine project fared on its Australian GP debut

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How the Red Bull-Ford F1 engine project fared on its Australian GP debut