Leclerc on 2026 rules complicating lap-time gains
Charles Leclerc says the complexity of Formula 1’s new regulations means drivers can no longer simply look at the data to identify where to find lap time, with power unit set-up adding too many variables. Leclerc said: "And that's why it's so difficult with these cars; there are so many different variables that it's not like in the past, where you could look at the data and say, 'This is clearly where I'm losing, this is clearly what I've got to change with my driving'. If you are changing your driving, but the programming is going the other way, you end up being a lot worse than what you were at first."
Charles Leclerc sends 'a lot worse' warning over new F1 complexities
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Perez on Aston Martin replacing him after Racing Point rebrand
Sergio Perez says there is “no loyalty” in Formula 1 after he was not kept on by Racing Point for its rebrand into Aston Martin, despite having helped Lawrence Stroll buy the team when it was Force India. Perez said: "It was difficult. I had a three-year contract with the team, obviously with options in it, and my future was going to be with that team... But then obviously Sebastian came available. A four-time world champion became available, and I understood this is how the sport works... So he had an option. He didn't renew it, and then he went for Sebastian. I was like, 'Look, there is no loyalty in this sport.' I didn't take it personally."
Sergio Perez lifts the lid on Aston Martin axe in ‘loyalty' admission
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Verstappen on Red Bull losing performance over a race weekend
Max Verstappen says Red Bull must stop its car losing performance across a grand prix weekend, calling it a “big priority” for the team heading into the summer break. Verstappen said: "We need to first find more overall performance. Then we need to fix our problems, where we sometimes just lose performance over a weekend, or even from the start of the race to the end. So, yeah, that is also actually a big priority."
Max Verstappen discloses 'big priority' for Red Bull
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Newey on Alonso's Aston Martin future beyond 2026
Aston Martin team boss Adrian Newey says he expects the team to continue its relationship with Fernando Alonso beyond 2026, with the double world champion out of contract at the end of this season. Newey said: "Obviously, Fernando is an amazing driver. He brings huge amounts to the team, both in his feedback and his ability. So, for us, of course it's important. I'm pretty confident that Fernando is enjoying his time with us and that we will continue with our relationship."
Adrian Newey addresses Fernando Alonso's F1 future with Aston Martin
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Bortoleto on criticism of the 2026 F1 regulations
Gabriel Bortoleto says he does not agree with criticism of the 2026 Formula 1 regulations that the fastest drivers are no longer inherently quick, arguing the leading names are still competitive despite complaints about the impact of electric energy recharging on racing. Bortoleto said: "Do you see Verstappen being slow? Do you see a seven-time world champion being slow this year? Do you see Leclerc being slow? I don't see them being slow. I still see them very competitive. So I wouldn't say fast drivers are slow."
Gabriel Bortoleto hit back at F1 regulation criticism
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Bernie Collins spots Mercedes weakness keeping Formula 1 title race wide open
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Domenicali on Hockenheim contact over future German GP return
F1 chief executive Stefano Domenicali says Hockenheim has made first contact with Formula 1 about bringing a German race back, but any return would be a medium- to long-term project rather than an immediate calendar addition. Domenicali said: "Germany, for the first time, we are reconnecting with the possibility of having contact with the Hockenheim people to see if, in the future, mid-term, not short-term, they can have a race back."
Domenicali reveals first Hockenheim talks on possible F1 return
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