Formula-1 news

On Thursday October 28, Formula One Group CEO Bernie Ecclestone celebrates his 80th birthday. La Gazzetta dello Sport’s Pino Allievi, one of F1 racing’s most respected journalists, and one who has followed the sport since the 1960s, witnessing the changes since Mr Ecclestone’s arrival, pays tribute…

British racer Sam Bird will drive for Mercedes GP at the young driver test to be held at Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit on November 16-17, the team have confirmed. Bird, 23, is currently fifth in the GP2 standings with one win and four podiums and will be in Abu Dhabi for the season finale, part of the support bill for the Formula One Grand Prix…

After a nightmare weekend in Korea, Jenson Button’s title hopes hang by a thread. With a 42-point deficit to standings leader Fernando Alonso and just 50 points available, Button admits the chances of retaining his crown are slim.

But that doesn’t mean the McLaren driver is giving up hope. He has been in Formula One racing long enough to know that anything can happen – and frequently does…

Boasting the famous Senna S, one of the longest straights on the calendar, a bumpy track surface and an anti-clockwise layout, Sao Paulo’s Interlagos circuit is a true test of driver skill. Add in passionate fans, unpredictable weather and some real overtaking opportunities, and no wonder the venue remains a favourite. Drivers and senior team members look ahead to the race and discuss their prospects