Why a South African F1 return still seems far-fetched
Last week, the Kyalami circuit in South Africa announced that its plans to upgrade to FIA Grade 1, required to host a Formula 1 grand prix, had been approved by the FIA. It was hailed as a “defining moment” and a big step towards F1 returning to the country – and with it the African […]
Aston Martin launches F1 driver academy and F3 racer becomes first signing
The Aston Martin Formula 1 team has launched its own driver academy, with Spain’s FIA Formula 3 driver Mari Boya its first recruit. A three-time Spanish karting champion, Boya will be supported by Aston Martin with what the team called a “comprehensive development programme” as he navigates the F1 feeder series ladder. The newly designed […]
What our F1 writers are looking forward to at the Austrian Grand Prix
The 2025 Formula 1 season is hurtling towards the midway point, with McLaren’s early dominance now being threatened and its drivers crashing in Canada. Having gone well in Austria in recent years, McLaren will be hoping to recorrect its course as others look to show their recent results are not a flash in the pan. […]