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Bottas congratulates Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton sealed a sixth Formula One world championship title, leaving Valtteri Bottas to reflect on his own substandard season.

Russell Greaves

Hamilton seals F1 title success

A second-place finish at the United States Grand Prix sealed yet another Formula One world title for the brilliant Lewis Hamilton.

Russell Greaves

Bottas claims Austin pole with Hamilton to start fifth

Lewis Hamilton is in position to claim the Formula One drivers' championship in Austin, but Valtteri Bottas will start from pole.

Ben Spratt

Hamilton wins in Mexico City

A one-stop strategy paid off for Lewis Hamilton as he won the Mexican Grand Prix, but he must wait for his sixth Formula One title.

Peter Thompson

Max Verstappen in hot water

Lewis Hamilton considered fourth a "fighting position", but Max Verstappen's meeting with the stewards could boost the Briton further.

Ben Spratt

Hamilton not expecting pole

Mercedes have not sealed pole position for the past six races and Lewis Hamilton does not expect that sequence to end this weekend.

Peter Thompson

Ricciardo & Hulkenberg disqualified from Japanese GP

Racing Point's protest against the braking system used by Renault at Suzuka has been upheld.

Nicholas McGee

Vettel takes blame for poor start

Ferrari had a forgettable first lap, with a frustrated Sebastian Vettel slow off the line and Charles Leclerc hitting Max Verstappen.

Chris Myson

Bottas: Mercedes so impressive

Mercedes won a sixth straight constructors' title in Japan, delighting race winner Valtteri Bottas.

Chris Myson

F1: Japan GP qualifying cancelled

Qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka is moved to Sunday as Typhoon Hagibis approaches, as Valtteri Bottas wins first practice.

Tommy Doleman

Daniel Ricciardo ends contract dispute with former manager

F1 driver Daniel Ricciardo has reached an out-of-court settlement with former manager Glenn Beavis over allegations of over unpaid commissions.

Sporting News

F3 driver in dramatic Monza crash

The final F1 practice session was delayed while the track was cleared after Alex Peroni's scary crash at Monza.

Tom Webber

Hamilton: Lauda would've been proud of Mercedes' Hungary success

Niki Lauda got Lewis Hamilton to join Mercedes and the reigning F1 champion said the Austrian would have admired the team's latest win.

Tom Webber

Hamilton pips Verstappen in Hungary after Mercedes gamble

Mercedes' decision to pit Lewis Hamilton for medium tyres proved pivotal as the reigning F1 champion beat Max Verstappen in Hungary.

Tom Webber

Hamilton embraces Verstappen battle

He had to settle for third on the grid in Hungary, but Lewis Hamilton still has his sights set on battling Max Verstappen for victory.

Chris Myson

Lewis, Max comparisons continue

Speculation around Max Verstappen's future only appears to be encouraging a rivalry with Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton.

Ben Spratt

Hamilton wants Red Bull challenge

Max Verstappen has won two of the last three Grands Prix, with Red Bull beginning to make ground on Mercedes in Formula One.

Patric Ridge

Verstappen wins chaotic German GP

Lewis Hamilton missed out on a points finish as Max Verstappen took his second win of the season at a dramatic German Grand Prix.

Tom Webber

Verstappen on 'right decision'

Max Verstappen said the incident that saw him make contact with Charles Leclerc at the Austrian Grand Prix was "just racing".

James Willoughby

Ferrari failed in France - Vettel

Ferrari's weekend at the French Grand Prix was a failure, according to Sebastian Vettel, as Mercedes triumphed once more.

Ben Spratt

Ricciardo handed two time penalties

A pair of time penalties saw Daniel Ricciardo slip from seventh to 11th at the French Grand Prix on Sunday.

Ben Spratt

Hamilton avoids French GP sanction

Lewis Hamilton was cleared by stewards after a dramatic moment in French Grand Prix qualifying saw he and Max Verstappen almost collide.

John Skilbeck

Ferrari blow as FIA blocks appeal

Four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel crossed the line first at the Canadian Grand Prix but a time penalty cost him victory.

John Skilbeck

Lewis Hamilton asks Sebastian Vettel to 'stick around' in F1

Sebastian Vettel criticised the regulations and language used in modern F1, but Lewis Hamilton does not want to lose him from the sport.

Chris Myson

Ferrari 'forgot' to tell Charles Leclerc about Sebastian Vettel's penalty

Sebastian Vettel almost lost second place to Charles Leclerc in Canada, but the Monegasque was unaware of the drama that was unfolding.

Chris Myson

Everything you need to know about the 2019 Formula One World Championship

F1 is here!

James Pavey

Hamilton on Vettel Canada drama: I forced him into error

It may not have been how he expected it to arrive, but Lewis Hamilton felt he had earned a record seventh F1 victory in Canada.

Chris Myson

Boo these 'funny' decisions not Hamilton, says Sebastian Vettel

Lewis Hamilton was booed on the podium at the Canadian Grand Prix, but Sebastian Vettel feels any criticism should be directed elsewhere.

Chris Myson

Hamilton wins controversial Canadian Grand Prix after Vettel penalty

Sebastian Vettel was on course for his first victory of the season in Montreal, but a time penalty handed Lewis Hamilton another triumph.

Chris Myson

Verstappen: I gave it my all

Lewis Hamilton held off Max Verstappen to win the Monaco Grand Prix and the Red Bull driver felt it was impossible to overtake.

Tom Webber

Hamilton clings on in Monaco

Contact between Max Verstappen and Valtteri Bottas cost Mercedes a one-two, but Lewis Hamilton fought for victory in Monaco.

Tom Webber

F1 liveries pay tribute to Lauda

Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel were among those with new looks to pay tribute to Niki Lauda at the Monaco Grand Prix.

Ben Spratt

Leclerc out to get home Monaco win

Charles Leclerc is yet to win in Formula One but sees a return to Monaco as the ideal time to change that record.

Ben Spratt

Hamilton pays tribute to Niki Lauda

The loss of Niki Lauda will be felt even more keenly by those involved at Mercedes, as shown by Lewis Hamilton's reaction to his death.

Chris Myson

Niki Lauda 'a giant' of Formula One, says former rival Mario Andretti

After the death of Niki Lauda at the age of 70, Mario Andretti gave a glowing tribute to his fellow former driver.

Peter Thompson

Ricciardo searching for answers after Renault disappointment in Spain

"If that was us being too cautious, then let’s not be cautious."

James Pavey

Hamilton wins in Mercedes one-two

Lewis Hamilton overtook Valtteri Bottas at turn one and went on to triumph in Barcelona, moving back to the top of the drivers' standings.

Tom Webber

Renault to 'reset' after Ricciardo's slow start to 2019 season

Renault and Ferrari are both keen to improve on hugely disappointing starts to the Formula One season at the Spanish Grand Prix this week.

Ben Spratt

Wolff hoping to avoid Hamilton-Bottas conflict at Mercedes

The early season battle between the Mercedes drivers reminds Toto Wolff of Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg's tussles.

Peter Thompson

Ricciardo gets grid penalty

After one of the most peculiar race-ending collisions in F1, Daniel Ricciardo was hit with a three-place grid penalty.

Tom Webber

Bottas leads Hamilton home in Baku, Ricciardo crashes out

Valtteri Bottas returned to the top of the podium in Baku and was followed by team-mate Lewis Hamilton in a historic result for Mercedes.

Tom Webber

Daniel Ricciardo still trying to find the limit with volatile Renault

"We have a few things to sort out."

James Pavey

Ferraris fastest on stop-start day

When the drivers were finally allowed to let loose, Ferrari duo Charles Leclerc and Sebastian Vettel impressed in Azerbaijan GP practice.

Ben Spratt

FP1 cancelled in Baku

George Russell's Williams was damaged by a loose manhole cover, that led to FP1 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix being abandoned.

Peter Hanson

Vettel battling Leclerc at Ferrari

Mercedes have flown out of the blocks in the 2019 Formula One season, leaving a grumbling Sebastian Vettel to worry over his Ferrari status.

Ben Spratt

Hamilton goes top of standings with China win, Ricciardo seventh

Mercedes became the first team to start the season with three straight one-twos since 1992 after Lewis Hamilton led Valtteri Bottas home.

Tom Webber

Ricciardo finally cracks Q3 as Bottas seizes Shanghai pole

Mercedes secured the top two positions in qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix, Valtteri Bottas finishing ahead of Lewis Hamilton.

Rob Lancaster

Ricciardo patient despite failing to find the limit of new Renault

"I'm still going to try and go for it. I still want my competitors to fear me."

James Pavey

Mosley backs Schumacher for title

Former FIA president Max Mosley believes Mick Schumacher can emulate his father Michael and become a Formula One world champion.

Alex Fisher

Schumacher shines on F1 debut

Max Verstappen set the fastest time in testing on Tuesday, but Mick Schumacher's performance for Ferrari stole the show in Bahrain.

Alex Fisher

Mick Schumacher makes F1 debut

Ferrari put Mick Schumacher in the driving seat of their SF90 on Tuesday as Formula One began its first in-season test in Bahrain.

Alex Fisher

Ricciardo reveals he risked being 'electrocuted' following car failure in Bahrain

"I don't really feel like getting electrocuted today."

James Pavey

Vettel admits error in costly spin which ended Bahrain podium hopes

After struggling to a fifth-place finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix, Sebastian Vettel accepted blame for a spin.

Chris Myson

Hamilton sympathises with beaten Leclerc after 'lucky' Bahrain win

Charles Leclerc had words of praise and sympathy from race winner Lewis Hamilton after a dramatic conclusion to the Bahrain Grand Prix.

Chris Myson

Engine trouble costs Leclerc victory as Hamilton wins in Bahrain

Lewis Hamilton claimed victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix after long-time leader Charles Leclerc suffered some untimely engine problems.

Alex Fisher

Schumacher deserves Formula 1 chance, says Vettel

Mick Schumacher will make his Formula 1 debut at in-season testing next week and Sebastian Vettel says it is richly deserved.

Alex Fisher

Hamilton expects Ferrari and Red Bull to pose bigger threat in Bahrain

Mercedes claimed maximum points in Melbourne, but Lewis Hamilton does not think they will get things all their own way in Bahrain.

Peter Thompson

Brilliant Bottas: What we learned from Australian Grand Prix

A look at the key things we learned from the first race of the Formula 1 season in Australia.

Jack Davies

Ricciardo ready to move on from taxing Australian Grand Prix weekend

"I think we’re too busy pleasing everyone else and not worrying about ourselves."

James Pavey

Win over Lewis Hamilton is Valtteri Bottas' 'best race ever'

In overtaking Lewis Hamilton and soaring to Australian Grand Prix glory, Valtteri Bottas felt he gave his best performance in F1.

Tom Webber

Verstappen revelling in Red Bull's 'amazing' new Honda era

Max Verstappen ensured Honda could celebrate a first podium finish for over 10 years by taking third in the first race of the season.

Peter Thompson

Hamilton 'didn't do a good enough job' in damaged car

Mercedes revealed "a chunk of the floor" was missing in Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes after he finished second in Melbourne.

Peter Thompson

Ricciardo rues preparation distractions after Australian Grand Prix retirement

Daniel Ricciardo felt off-track commitments hindered his performance in Melbourne - but hopes for better in Bahrain next time out.

Tom Webber

Ricciardo left feeling 'flat' after retiring from Australian Grand Prix

"I feel like it is hard to get things going here but also today I feel I was pretty unlucky."

James Pavey

Australian Grand Prix: Bottas romps to victory, Ricciardo forced to retire

He didn't register a win in 2018, but Valtteri Bottas raised eyebrows at Albert Park as he cruised to victory in Melbourne.

James Pavey

Australian Grand Prix qualifying: Hamilton dashes to pole, Ricciardo 12th

Hamilton blew away the previous track record in Q2, but went even better in Q3.

James Pavey

'Snapping the neck off beers': Rejuvenated Ricciardo keen to play the 'hunter'

"Being the hunter, that’s still going to be a lot of fun this year."

James Pavey

Ricciardo happy to see Kubica back

Daniel Ricciardo led the praise for Robert Kubica ahead of the Pole's first Formula One grand prix since 2010.

Alex Fisher

Former Formula 1 champion 'interested' in Bathurst 1000 drive

Alonso could be screaming across Brock's Skyline as early as 2020.

James Pavey

Long-time Formula 1 race director Whiting dies on Australian Grand Prix eve

Whiting was 66.

Dejan Kalinic

Ricciardo ready for hometown hype, regardless of Renault's competitiveness

"We’re realistic in our approach and we have work to do."

James Pavey

Everything you need to know about the 2019 Australian Grand Prix

There's so much riding on the 2019 season, and Albert Park will be the place to be.

Sporting News

Mission what? Ferrari drop divisive tobacco branding from team name

Ferrari have begun to remove branding from high-profile sponsor Philip Morris.

James Pavey

Ferrari fastest, Gasly crashes out

Charles Leclerc feels there is still even more to come from Ferrari after he clocked the fastest lap seen in pre-season testing so far.

Rob Lancaster

Ferrari recruit Leclerc like young Hamilton, says Mercedes boss

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has no doubt Charles Leclerc will be "on pace" with the contenders after joining Ferrari.

Rob Lancaster

Formula 1: All cars and liveries for 2019 season

The new year means new cars.

James Pavey

Hamilton: 2019 can be even better

Mercedes have dominated Formula One for five years and Lewis Hamilton thinks 2019 could be even better.

Jack Davies

How a 'frustrating' 2018 helped Daniel Ricciardo find clarity

"Everything I learnt in 2018 will make me a better version of myself in 2019."

James Pavey

Abiteboul hails Renault drivers

Renault managing director Cyril Abiteboul thinks Daniel Ricciardo and Nico Hulkenberg will complement each other perfectly.

Peter Thompson

Melbourne's Federation Square to host inaugural Formula 1 season launch

Melbourne's full of firsts - and this one's free!

James Pavey

Renault not spending 'stupid amount of money' on Daniel Ricciardo, says team boss

It's a question of value. Will Ricciardo be worth the investment?

James Pavey

Schumacher in 'very best of hands'

The family of Michael Schumacher provided an update on the legendary driver ahead of his 50th birthday.

Peter Thompson

Horner on Ricciardo's Red Bill exit

Red Bull did all they could to retain Daniel Ricciardo, according to team boss Christian Horner.

Jack Davies

Wolff backs teenager for F1 stardom

Michael Schumacher's son Mick, the Formula 3 European champion, is set for a big future in Formula One, according to Toto Wolff.

Ben Spratt

Formula One: Lewis Hamilton - 2019 prep started with Abu Dhabi win

After ending 2018 in fine fashion in Abu Dhabi, world champion Lewis Hamilton already has his sights on next season.

Peter Hanson

F1 2018 in numbers

We run through some of the best facts and figures from the 2018 Formula One season.

Jack Davies

Hamilton matches win record

Fernando Alonso could not mark his final race with a points finish, as Lewis Hamilton won the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Jack Davies

Mickelson fails with birdie bet as 'The Match' with Tiger begins

Tiger Woods had a smile on his face - and $200,000 for a charity of his choice - after Phil Mickelson failed to birdie the first hole.

Christopher Devine

Ricciardo terrified by move

As he prepares to leave Red Bull at the end of the season, Daniel Ricciardo acknowledges the thought of change terrifies him.

Ben Spratt

Esteban Ocon: Max Verstappen 'wanted to punch me' in post-race altercation

Max Verstappen and Esteban Ocon were seen pushing and shoving each other after colliding at the Brazilian Grand Prix.

Alex Fisher

Hamilton secures Mercedes double

Lewis Hamilton won the Brazilian Grand Prix in Sao Paulo on Sunday to secure the constructors' championship for Mercedes.

Alex Fisher

BREAKING NEWS: Alonso to race for McLaren at Indy 500

After ending his Formula One career, Fernando Alonso will look to complete motorsport's triple crown at Indianapolis next year.

Rob Lancaster

Formula 1 Brazilian Grand Prix 2018: Standings, session times, key stats

The Formula 1 circus returns to Sao Paulo for the Brazilian Grand Prix.

James Pavey

Hamilton threatens to quit F1

Formula One will welcome the Vietnam Grand Prix in 2020 taking the calendar to 22 races, but Lewis Hamilton is not happy.

Alex Fisher

Daniel Ricciardo feeling ‘helpless’ after another gutting Red Bull failure

Ricciardo looked to have settled for second before his car went up in smoke just 10 laps from the finish.

James Pavey

Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix: Daniel Ricciardo retires after another engine failure

He can't catch a break...

Michael Di Lonardo

Hamilton matches Fangio's five

Max Verstappen won the Mexican Grand Prix but the day belonged to Lewis Hamilton, who became a five-time drivers' champion.

Jack Davies

Formula 1 Mexican Grand Prix 2018: Standings, session times, key stats

The Formula 1 circus returns to Mexico.

James Pavey

Formula One: Daniel Ricciardo livid after retirement ends US Grand Prix dream

Not again!

Michael Di Lonardo

Raikkonen wins US Grand Prix

Kimi Raikkonen claimed victory at the United States Grand Prix as Lewis Hamilton was made to wait another week to be crowned champion.

Alex Fisher

Ferrari struggling under pressure of chasing Mercedes, says Felipe Massa

As defending champions, Felipe Massa believes Mercedes have felt less pressure than struggling rivals Ferrari this year.

Ben Spratt

Formula 1 United States Grand Prix 2018: Standings, session times, key stats

The Formula 1 circus returns to Austin for the United States Grand Prix.

James Pavey

Mick Schumacher wins F3 title

Look out - the kid can drive.

Jack Davies

Lewis Hamilton calls for more Sebastian Vettel respect

After Sebastian Vettel's error at the Japanese Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton says the German deserves more respect.

Jack Davies

Hamilton hails 'monumental' Mercedes performance

Lewis Hamilton did not expect to win in Singapore but comes away hailing a "monumental" weekend.

Jack Davies

Singapore Grand Prix race results: Lewis Hamilton extends championship lead with crushing win

Hamilton dominated from lights out to the final flag.

Jack Davies

Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, session times, key stats

The Formula 1 circus returns to tackle the Marina Bay Street Circuit.

James Pavey

Kimi Raikkonen to leave Ferrari and join Sauber

Ferrari's loss is Sauber's gain with Kimi Raikkonen set to swap teams for the 2019 Formula One season.

Rob Lancaster

Italian Grand Prix race results: Lewis Hamilton defies Kimi Raikkonen and Ferrari with Monza masterclass

Hamilton broke Ferrari hearts as Raikkonen fell away.

James Pavey

Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix 2018: Results, championship standings

Formula 1 returned to the Temple of Speed - Monza.

James Pavey

Raikkonen leads Ferrari one-two

Impressive.

Jack Davies

Formula 1 Belgian Grand Prix 2018: Results, championship standings

Formula 1 returned to the iconic Spa-Francorchamps circuit.

James Pavey

Belgian Grand Prix race results: Monster crash ruins Daniel Ricciardo's hopes as Sebastian Vettel wins

Vettel closes the gap to Hamilton with a dominant win.

James Pavey

Hamilton takes pole in Belgium

Lewis Hamilton claimed pole position for the Belgian Grand Prix after an eventful finish to qualifying at Spa on Saturday while Australia's Daniel Ricciardo will start from eighth spot on the grid.

Rob Lancaster

Ricciardo all good with Red Bull

Although he will leave for Renault next season, Daniel Ricciardo says his decision was not made due to a falling out with Red Bull.

Harry West

Formula 1: Pierre Gasly to replace Renault-bound Daniel Ricciardo at Red Bull

Gasly is the man tasked with replacing Ricciardo at Red Bull.

Ben Spratt

Fernando Alonso quits F1: Who will replace former world champion at McLaren?

McLaren will be seeking a replacement for Fernando Alonso after it was confirmed the Spaniard will leave Formula One at the end of the year.

Liam Blackburn

Fernando Alonso quits F1: Two-time world champion announces exit

After 17 years and two world titles, Fernando Alonso's Formula One adventure is coming to an end.

Peter Hanson

Ricciardo to leave Red Bull

Despite previously suggesting he would commit to a new contract with Red Bull, Daniel Ricciardo will leave the team at the end of the year.

Ben Spratt

From BDE to one-fingered salutes: Daniel Ricciardo's greatest hits

In a sport bereft of big personalities, Ricciardo stands out.

James Pavey

Formula 1 Hungarian Grand Prix 2018: Results, championship standings

Formula 1 returned to the outskirts of Budapest for the Hungarian Grand Prix.

James Pavey

Hungarian Grand Prix race results: Lewis Hamilton dominates; Daniel Ricciardo fights to fourth

Hamilton cruised to victory in a pulsating race to extend his championship lead.

James Pavey

Hamilton takes Hungaroring pole

Lewis Hamilton took pole ahead of Valtteri Bottas as Mercedes took advantage of wet conditions to lock out the front row at the Hungarian Grand Prix, while Australia's Daniel Ricciardo will start well back in 12th position.

Peter Thompson

Formula 1 German Grand Prix 2018 race results: Lewis Hamilton wins as Sebastian Vettel throws it away

In consecutive races, the home fans didn't get their wish as Hamilton turned the tables on an erroneous Vettel to retake the championship lead.

James Pavey

Formula 1 German Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, how to watch, session times, form guide

Formula 1 returned to Hockenheim for the first German Grand Prix since 2016.

James Pavey

Formula 1 German Grand Prix 2018 qualifying results: Sebastian Vettel smashes lap record to take pole; Daniel Ricciardo to start from back of grid

Formula One championship leader Sebastian Vettel will start on pole at the German Grand Prix after smashing the lap record in qualifying.

Alex Fisher

Horner expects quick Ricciardo deal

Christian Horner expects Daniel Ricciardo to sign a new deal with Red Bull pretty quickly now Lewis Hamilton has committed to Mercedes.

Nicholas McGee

Formula 1: Daniel Ricciardo's options narrow as Mercedes and Valtteri Bottas agree multi-year deal

After locking down Lewis Hamilton for a further two years, Mercedes have signed Valtteri Bottas to a new contract.

Nicholas McGee

Formula 1: Lewis Hamilton agrees two-year Mercedes extension

Lewis Hamilton will remain with Mercedes until the end of the 2020 season after agreeing a contract extension.

Nicholas McGee

Vettel, Raikkonen protest innocence

Ferrari's two drivers have each collided with Mercedes counterparts recently, but they insist there has been no skulduggery on their part.

Christopher Devine

Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2018: Another first-lap shunt 'deliberate or incompetence' from Ferrari, says Wolff

For the second time in three races, a Mercedes driver was hit by a Ferrari, with Toto Wolff describing it as "deliberate or incompetence."

Christopher Devine

Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2018 race results: Sebastian Vettel wins thriller; Daniel Ricciardo fifth

The home fans didn't get their wish as Vettel beat Hamilton to the flag in a thrilling race.

James Pavey

Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, how to watch, session times, form guide

Formula 1 returned to the high-speed, ever-popular Silverstone circuit for the British Grand Prix.

James Pavey

Formula 1 British Grand Prix 2018 qualifying results: Lewis Hamilton claims pole; Daniel Ricciardo sixth

Lewis Hamilton will start from pole position at the British Grand Prix for a fourth year in a row.

Ben Spratt

Ricciardo aims to pip Hamilton

With English sport riding the crest of a wave amid the national football team's World Cup run, Daniel Ricciardo is aiming to cause an upset.

Ben Spratt

Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix 2018: Max Verstappen wins; disaster for Daniel Ricciardo and Mercedes

Verstappen rode his luck in Austria as his rivals encountered trouble.

James Pavey

Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, how to watch, session times, form guide

Formula 1 returns to the foot of the Styrian mountains for the Austrian Grand Prix.

James Pavey

Lewis Hamilton would understand Fernando Alonso retirement

Fernando Alonso's Formula One future is in doubt and Lewis Hamilton would understand if he retired.

Ben Spratt

Move worth the risk for Ricciardo

Daniel Ricciardo believes leaving Red Bull could be worth the risk as he looks to mount a genuine challenge for the Formula One title.

Ben Spratt

Formula 1 French Grand Prix 2018: Results, standings, how to watch, session times, form guide

The 2018 race marks the first time that the French Grand Prix has been run since 2008.

James Pavey

F1: Red Bull boss Christian Horner 'would be surprised' if Daniel Ricciardo left the team

"Obviously our priority is to see if we can find a way to keep Daniel."

James Pavey

Rivals open to Ricciardo talks

McLaren and Renault have both suggested they would be interested in signing Australian Daniel Ricciardo if he became available.

Ben Spratt

F1: 'I don't need anyone to hold my hand': Max Verstappen

Max Verstappen decided to go it alone in Montreal, but he did not feel that he paid more attention to what the team were doing.

Peter Thompson

F1: McLaren reportedly table monster contract to lure Daniel Ricciardo from Red Bull

McLaren have big dollars to spend, and it appears they're throwing them all at the Australian.

James Pavey

Alonso secures victory at Le Mans

Fernando Alonso moved one step closer to completing motorsport's famous 'Triple Crown' with victory at the 24 Hours of Le Mans on Sunday.

Rob Lancaster

F1: Sebastian Vettel wins Canadian Grand Prix, Daniel Ricciardo fourth

There is a new leader in the F1 drivers' standings after Sebastian Vettel won the Canadian Grand Prix while Lewis Hamilton was only fifth.

Harry West

Verstappen ready to 'headbutt' critics

After facing yet more criticism of his aggressive approach, Red Bull's Max Verstappen says he will not change his ways.

Jamie Smith

Hamilton: It's a three-way fight

Daniel Ricciardo's victory in Monaco confirmed it will be a three-way battle for the Formula One title, according to championship leader Lewis Hamilton.

Rob Lancaster

Webber favours Formula E

Formula One may be the dominant championship in four-wheel motorsport, but Mark Webber prefers the more "competitive" Formula E.

Ben Spratt

Watch: Tom Brady throws touchdown pass to Daniel Ricciardo in Monaco

One of the most highly speculated stories around the NFL is about Tom Brady missing the team's voluntary OTAs and what he has been doing this offseason. Well, it looks like we have at least one answer.

Chelsea Howard

Ricciardo gets Monaco redemption

Australia's Daniel Ricciardo felt he finally got redemption by winning the Monaco Grand Prix after Red Bull errors cost him in the previous two years.

Tom Webber

Ricciardo ends Monaco hoodoo

Australia's Daniel Ricciardo overcame a mechanical problem to hold off Sebastian Vettel and win the Monaco Grand Prix for the first time in his career amid late drama on Sunday.

Tom Webber

Ricciardo gets Monaco pole

Daniel Ricciardo continued his dominance at the Monaco Grand Prix by securing pole position for Sunday's race, but Red Bull team-mate Max Verstappen will start from the back of the grid.

Tom Webber

Red Bull dominate Monaco practice

Daniel Ricciardo went quickest in both Thursday practice sessions at the Monaco Grand Prix as Red Bull dominated the timesheets.

Jack Davies

Vettel on pole in Azerbaijan

Championship leader Sebastian Vettel will start at the front of the grid for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after claiming his third pole position of the season in Baku.

Rob Lancaster

Red Bull's Ricciardo optimistic

Daniel Ricciardo believes Red Bull showed they can match Ferrari's pace at the Australian Grand Prix, even if a grid penalty kept him from reaching the podium.

Ben Spratt

Horner: Ricciardo a contender

Red Bull boss Christian Horner warned Lewis Hamilton it would be "foolish" to underestimate the "phenomenal" Daniel Ricciardo in the 2018 Formula One next season.

Peter Thompson

Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes team robbed at gunpoint in Brazil

Members of the Mercedes team were robbed at gunpoint in an attack in Sao Paulo on Friday, and Lewis Hamilton has demanded improved security.

Alex Fisher

Hamilton has no plans to take a knee at US Grand Prix

Winning in Austin is Lewis Hamilton's focus but he remains behind protests against perceived racial injustice and police brutality.

Peter Thompson

Ricciardo ready to move on

After Max Verstappen crashed into him at the Hungarian Grand Prix, Red Bull's Daniel Ricciardo is ready to draw a line under the incident.

Jack Davies

Verstappen apologises to Ricciardo

Daniel Ricciardo was forced to retire from the Hungarian Grand Prix due to a crash with Max Verstappen, who has apologised to his team-mate.

Tom Webber

Vettel clings on for Hungary win

Lewis Hamilton gave third place back to Valtteri Bottas upon realising he would not catch Hungarian Grand Prix winner Sebastian Vettel.

Tom Webber

Hamilton wins to close on Vettel

Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton reigned supreme at the British Grand Prix once again, while a late puncture saw Sebastian Vettel finish seventh.

Christopher Devine

Vexed Vettel convinced Bottas jumped the lights

Valtteri Bottas was cleared of starting prematurely at the Red Bull Ring, but Sebastian Vettel was "pretty sure" he started too early.

Peter Thompson

Ricciardo claims fifth straight podium finish at Austrian GP

Valtteri Bottas held off a late charge from Sebastian Vettel to win the Austrian Grand Prix and close the gap to the championship's top two.

Tom Webber

Apologetic Vettel explains Hamilton collision

After escaping further punishment for his collision with Lewis Hamilton, Sebastian Vettel said: "I want to apologise to Lewis directly."

Chris Devine

Ricciardo pipped by Verstappen as Hamilton wins Chinese Grand Prix

Normal service was resumed in Shanghai, as Lewis Hamilton won a thrilling second race of the Formula One season.

Peter Thompson

Hamilton takes Shanghai pole

Kimi Raikkonen's record lap in Q2 did not last long, as Lewis Hamilton bettered his mark to take pole at the Chinese Grand Prix.

Peter Thompson

Vettel beats Hamilton to Australian GP glory

Mercedes are not expected to have things all their own way in 2017 and that certainly proved the case as Sebastian Vettel won on Sunday.

Christopher Devine

Daniel Ricciardo receives devastating grid penalty

Red Bull driver Daniel Ricciardo was given a five-place grid penalty at the Australian Grand Prix after a gearbox change.

Dejan Kalinic

Horner optimistic for Red Bull

Christian Horner thinks Daniel Ricciardo was the best driver in 2016 and expects Max Verstappen to go from strength to strength.

Peter Thompson

Mercedes finally sign Nico Rosberg's replacement

Lewis Hamilton will be partnered by Valtteri Bottas in 2017, after the Finn's move to Mercedes was finally confirmed on Monday.

Nicholas McGee

Details revealed about Ricciardo-Verstappen relationship

Christian Horner has praised the performance of Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen after their impressive season with Red Bull.

Alex Fisher

Daniel Ricciardo finally speaks on Mercedes rumours

Daniel Ricciardo's name has been mentioned as a replacement for Nico Rosberg, but the Red Bull driver is happy where he is.

Sacha Pisani

Max Verstappen breaks record for most overtakes in an F1 season

Max Verstappen cemented his growing legacy as Formula One's daredevil by attempting more overtakes than any driver in history last season.

Matthew Scott

Daniel Ricciardo can't wait to be treated 'like an idiot' during off-season

Daniel Ricciardo can't wait to be treated "like an idiot" by his friends during the Formula One off-season.

Jack Davies

Nico Rosberg reveals details of relationship with Lewis Hamilton

Newly crowned F1 champion Nico Rosberg has conceded he will never be "best friends" with Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton.

Alex Fisher

Lewis Hamilton disappointed by Mercedes interference in F1 title duel

Deposed F1 world champion Lewis Hamilton described Mercedes' repeated attempts to stop his deliberate slow pace as "a shame".

Nicholas McGee

Nico Rosberg edges Lewis Hamilton to win F1 title

We take a look back at how the 2016 F1 season ebbed and flowed, with Nico Rosberg ultimately edging out Lewis Hamilton in dramatic fashion.

Christopher Devine

Daniel Ricciardo speaks on Red Bull's chances in Abu Dhabi

Red Bull should be able to find "a few tenths" ahead of qualifying, leaving Daniel Ricciardo and Max Verstappen excited for the weekend.

Alex Fisher

WATCH: Daniel Ricciardo wins action-packed Malaysian Grand Prix

Nico Rosberg now leads the Formula One world championship by 23 points after Lewis Hamilton was denied by an engine blowout at Sepang.

Nicholas McGee

Ricciardo makes bold prediction for Singapore Grand Prix

As Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg prepare to resume their rivalry, Daniel Ricciardo is hoping to upset the odds in Singapore.

Tom Webber

Formula One sold to Liberty Media in deal valued at $8 billion

Liberty Media has agreed a deal to purchase the global motorsport brand Formula One, based on an enterprise value of $8 billion.

Iain Strachan

Ricciardo's Red Bull potential terrifying rivals

Red Bull's design prowess has McLaren racing director Eric Boullier concerned about 2017.

David Manuca

Ricciardo: Red Bull won't win anytime soon

Red Bull are unlikely to challenge for a race win prior to September's Singapore Grand Prix, according to Daniel Ricciardo.

Chris Myson

Daniel Ricciardo hints Formula One future

Australian racer Daniel Ricciardo has suggested he might have to leave Red Bull unless problems with his car are resolved quickly.

Jamie Smith

Ricciardo frustrated at Red Bull, lack of success

Daniel Ricciardo believes his ability should have been "more rewarded" in his career after a Red Bull error cost him the win in Monaco.

Tom Webber

Ricciardo dominates Monaco practice with new engine

Red Bull showed they can challenge Mercedes when Daniel Ricciardo made a statement in Friday's second practice session in Monte Carlo.

Peter Thompson

Kvyat: I'd have beaten Ricciardo

Max Verstappen replaced Daniil Kvyat at Red Bull, and the Russian believes he did nothing wrong to deserve it.

David Manuca

Ricciardo driven by Spanish GP pain

Daniel Ricciardo admits it will take some time to get over the pain of last week's disappointing end to the Formula One Spanish Grand Prix..

David Manuca

Ricciardo's 18-year-old teammate wins Spanish GP on Red Bull debut

A chaotic beginning to the Spanish Grand Prix opened the door for Max Verstappen to make a thrilling start to his Red Bull career.

Jack Davies

Ricciardo stars, Rosberg grabs pole position

A power failure means Lewis Hamilton will start last at the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday, while Mercedes team-mate Nico Rosberg took pole.

Harry West

F1 drivers blast new qualifying format as Hamilton secures pole

Drivers were angry after Formula One's new qualifying format did not produce the desired effect organisers were hoping for in Melbourne.

D Manuca at Albe...

No Schumacher update - manager

Luca di Montezemolo suggested news on Michael Schumacher is "not good", but the German's manager declined to provide an update.

Peter Hanson

Ricciardo heavily punished for engine fiasco

Williams' Valtteri Bottas and Daniel Ricciardo of Red Bull will lose grid position after committing infractions during Interlagos practice.

Iain Strachan

Wolff to retire from motorsport

An inability to secure a race seat in Formula One has prompted Susie Wolff to step away from the track in order to help other women.

Omnisport

Ricciardo surprised by pace in Mexico

Daniel Ricciardo was third fastest in second practice at the Mexican Grand Prix, much to the Red Bull driver's surprise.

Sacha Pisani

Ferrari rule out poaching Ricciardo

Ferrari have ruled out a move for Australia's Daniel Ricciardo with Kimi Raikkonen signing until 2016, ending speculation he will leave the team at the end of the season.

Peter Hanson

Ricciardo in the mix as Hamilton claims pole

A ninth pole of the season for Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton leaves him well-placed heading into Sunday's Hungarian Grand Prix.

Jack Davies

Ricciardo not ruling out Ferrari switch

After frustrations at Red Bull in 2015, Daniel Ricciardo has welcomed reported interest from Ferrari for the 2016 season.

Alex Fisher

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