Shock mastermind behind F1 blackmail
German police have arrested three men in relation to a bombshell blackmail plot targeted at Formula 1 legend Michael Schumacher.
Formula One
Ricciardo finally gets chance for Red Bull seat
Red Bull driver Sergio Perez is reportedly at risk of losing his seat at the powerhouse F1 team if he can’t turn his fortunes around.
Shock Ricciardo lifeline changes everything
Reports of the demise of Daniel Ricciardo’s career may have been a bit premature after a pundit dropped a bombshell.
Damning reveal as F1 tensions boil over
The friendship between two Formula 1 drivers is teetering on the edge following a race-ending incident that sparked serious backlash.
Sad update on F1 icon’s private life
Formula 1 guru Martin Brundle is used to making headlines for his public antics, but sad news has now emerged about his private life.
Three-race turnaround has resurgent Ricciardo optimistic
With his future in the sport firmly under the microscope after comments from Red Bull guru Helmut Marko, Daniel Ricciardo has found form at the perfect time.
‘Rest my case’: F1 commentator destroys Max
F1 commentators have torn Max Verstappen’s defence to shreds after he took out Lando Norris and left McLaren’s boss fuming.
Ricciardo apologises after wild F1 drama
Daniel Ricciardo was all smiles after an impressive performance that has not gone unnoticed, but he needed to make one apology.
So close it ‘hurts’: Piastri’s long wait for maiden win continues
Despite starting seventh on the grid and finishing on the podium for just the fourth time in his career, Oscar Piastri says finishing second at the Austrian Grand Prix ‘hurt’.
‘Lose respect’: Feud erupts over Max madness
Max Verstappen has caused outrage with comments following the dramatic moment he crashed into his biggest rival.
F1 title race erupts in crash chaos as Piastri seals podium finish
George Russell claimed a dramatic victory ahead of Oscar Piastria after a sensational late collision between Max Verstappen and rival Lando Norris at an action-packed Austrian Grand Prix.
Piastri erupts over ‘embarrassing’ F1 penalty
Max Verstappen dominated qualifying for the Austrian Grand Prix, while Aussie Oscar Piastri fumed over a questionable call.
‘Frustrating and embarrassing’: Piastri fired up about F1 penalty
Oscar Piastri is fuming about a penalty in Austria that marred a promising qualifying session. The Australian, rarely ruffled on the F1 circuit, explains why it was an ‘embarrassing’ decision.
Outrage as Ricciardo dragged into scandal
Formula 1 officials have taken action following a breach of its International Sporting Code with Daniel Ricciardo dragged into the drama.
Ricciardo shows vital signs of life in qualifying
Daniel Ricciardo has shown signs of life as he out-qualified Yuki Tsunoda, with the Japanese star also copping a major fine for a radio outburst during qualifying for the Austrian GP.
Verstappen wins, Piastri second, in exciting Austrian GP sprint
Melbourne’s Oscar Piastri claimed a spot on the podium as Max Verstappen won his third sprint race of the F1 season.
‘Fluid’: Ricciardo team change imminent
Red Bull have kept their cards close to their chest when quizzed about Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 future as pressure mounts on the Aussie.
Doubts on Ricciardo seeing out F1 season at Red Bull
Red Bull bosses Christian Horner and Peter Bayer have failed to rule out Daniel Ricciardo being dropped mid-season.
F1 Analysis: Controversial signing an absurd signal of desperation
Alpine has made a dramatic call and signed the most controversial figure in Formula 1, in a sign of despair as the team faces another wasted season of racing.
‘Ass kicked’: Ricciardo responds to bombshell
Daniel Ricciardo has hit back after bombshell reports came to light that his future in Formula 1 was on the brink of coming to an end.
F1 nepo-baby going nowhere in grid shake-up
The 2025 Formula One grid is starting to shake shape after two drivers, including one maligned star, committed to long term deals.
‘The end’: Ricciardo sacking bombshell
Daniel Ricciardo will reportedly lose his job in the next few weeks with a Red Bull official delivering a death sentence for the Aussie.
Fresh Ricciardo axe fears as RB boss calls for sacking ‘soon’
Red Bull motorsport adviser Helmut Marko has declared a young star will have to be promoted to RB ‘soon’, putting Daniel Ricciardo’s F1 future in the firing line.
Bombshell Schumacher blackmail plot foiled
A father-son duo have been arrested over a plot to blackmail Michael Schumacher’s family and release information about the F1 icon.
Piastri endures one of his toughest weekends
From start to finish, Oscar Piastri was admittedly well off the pace in Spain. He finished seventh, more than 30 seconds behind his McLaren teammate, Lando Norris, who again challenged at the front of the grid.
‘Aggressive strategy’ pays off for Verstappen
Three-time world champion Max Verstappen won the Spanish Grand Prix after a decisive early move and an “aggressive strategy” from Red Bull.
F1 boss blows up after weekend from hell
Daniel Ricciardo and his F1 team went into the Spanish Grand Prix with high hopes, what unfolded was a genuine nightmare.
‘I still belong’: Ricciardo opens up F1 future
Australian F1 star Daniel Ricciardo is out to prove he deserves a spot on the grid as he chases consistency in his heavily upgraded car.
Ugly scenes as Aussie nightmare unfolds
Ugly scenes have unfolded at the Spanish Grand Prix with multiple incidents playing out ahead of a blockbuster qualifying session.
‘Time to hang it up’: F1 great scolds Ricciardo
The heat is multiplying on Australian Formula 1 star Daniel Ricciardo as another great calls for him to call time on his career.
‘Well and truly in the mix’: Piastri buoyed ahead of Spanish GP
After Friday practice at the Spanish Grand Prix, Oscar Piastri believes a few tweaks can result in improvement this weekend.
Alpine turns to former Bennetton boss to reverse fortunes
The ailing Alpine Formula One team has announced the return of Flavio Briatore to help turn their fortunes around after a tricky start to the season.
Red Bull F1 star cops brutal ‘kiss of death’
Red Bull’s No. 2 driver is under mounting pressure to perform at F1’s triple header amid intense scrutiny over his contract extension.
McLaren boss explains special traits that set Piastri apart
Oscar Piastri is one of the hottest prospects in Formula 1 and is only getting better. McLaren team boss Andrea Stella reveals to MAT COCH what makes the Australian star so special.
‘Truth hurts’: Ricciardo smacked down
F1 world champion Jacques Villeneuve has launched a fresh attack on Daniel Ricciardo following their ugly war of words.
Aussie in hot seat as F1 drama unravels
With the departure of a controversial driver at the end of the year, Australian F1 hopeful Jack Doohan is firming as the man to usurp his seat.
Verstappen fumes over vile girlfriend rumour
World champion Max Verstappen has made a rare move to speak about his private life after seeing rumours that have crossed a line.
‘Emotional and flawed’ moment that ruined Dan
One of F1’s most respected names has waded in on recent controversy and shared an uncomfortable truth on the Aussie’s career.
Rule changes to flip Formula 1 on its head
Formula One has announced its new rule changes for 2026, and one thing is clear — electric cars are infiltrating the top of world sport.
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