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Russell leads disrupted Baku FP1 as McLaren debut major upgrade package
George Russell (GBR) (Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team) in the paddock before free practice 1 of the Formula 1 Qatar Airways Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2026 at the Baku City Circuit | Credit: Peter Kiss / WHYOUT images George Russell led a disrupted opening practice session for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, setting the fastest time as McLaren introduced its largest upgrade package of the season. The Mercedes driver established the benchmark late in the session with a 1:45.387, finishing
Alexa Bageas
3 minutes ago5 min read
Emerson Fittipaldi Jr. “put everything together” in Madrid as he builds on rookie F2 season
When AIX Racing’s Emerson Fittipaldi Jr. crossed the line in F2’s Madrid to score his first podium, it was easy to make out just why he was delighted. For any rookie coming into the championship, that first podium finish is always a special moment, and can open the floodgates to a series of big results following suit.
Vyas Ponnuri
17 hours ago6 min read
Formula 2 Preview: Baku
Formula 2 heads to Azerbaijan for Round 12 of the 2026 championship. DIVEBOMB covers what you need to know ahead of the weekend.
Morgan Holiday
18 hours ago3 min read
“There have been moments where I went too far”: Leclerc reflects on clashes with Hamilton
Amidst all the chatter that there is tension at Ferrari, Charles Leclerc has stated that the tension is merely a result of routine friendly competition.
Mia Wallace
19 hours ago2 min read
Ocon on his future with Haas: “I’m definitely a free agent for next year”
Esteban Ocon has revealed that he is a “free agent for next year” as talks of a driver change at Haas catch fire.
Mia Wallace
19 hours ago2 min read
Trimming the race, not the miles: Who is F1’s net zero mission for?
F1 just trimmed race distance in 2027 for fuel flow, a number that makes up under 1% of its footprint. The real carbon sits in freight, travel and the calendar.
Kavi Khandelwal
19 hours ago7 min read
Russell declares he will fight for the 2026 title until it’s “mathematically impossible”
The 81-point deficit between him and his teammate will not stop Mercedes’ George Russell from fighting for the title, not until it becomes mathematically impossible.
Mia Wallace
20 hours ago2 min read
Five times brothers have raced together in MotoGP
MotoGP riders have always shown just how powerful family support can be throughout their racing career. Read all about the five best brotherhood stories in MotoGP.
Isabel Jane Caporaso
21 hours ago12 min read
Isack Hadjar to remain with Red Bull for 2027 F1 season
Isack Hadjar will remain with Oracle Red Bull Racing for the 2027 Formula One season after the team confirmed a contract extension for the Frenchman. The announcement comes ahead of Hadjar’s return to the grid at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix following a three-race absence due to injury.
Alexa Bageas
1 day ago3 min read
James Wharton to join Trident for 2027 Formula 2 season
Trident have announced the first driver on their roster for the 2027 Formula 2 season, with James Wharton joining the Italian team for the upcoming campaign. The Australian driver raced for PREMA in the recently-concluded Formula 3 season, scoring a victory in Barcelona and finishing third in Madrid's sprint.
Vyas Ponnuri
1 day ago3 min read
More racing or more concerns? Our writers give their thoughts on the 2027 F1 calendar
Formula One recently unveiled its 2027 calendar, packed with a record 10 sprints and giving rise to plenty of questions. Find out what our writers think about the sport’s roster for next year.
DIVEBOMB Motorsport
2 days ago3 min read
Two teams, one season: F1 drivers who scored points for two different Constructors in the same year
As Liam Lawson prepares to return to Racing Bulls for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after stepping in for an injured Isack Hadjar at Red Bull and scoring points, we take a look at some other F1 drivers who have also scored points for two different teams in the same season.
Bella Rosen
2 days ago3 min read
Formula One Preview: Azerbaijan Grand Prix
After taking a weekend off from racing, Formula One returns with round 15 of the World Championship. This weekend, the drivers will take a tour around the city of Baku, Azerbaijan, in what is one of the only street circuits currently on the sport’s calendar.
Chloe Buckley
2 days ago8 min read
The tracks ahead: Denny Hamlin’s outlook for The Chase
Denny Hamlin entered NASCAR’s The Chase with a dominant lead and high expectations for what could be his first championship title run. After a solid finish at the Coke Zero Sugar 400 in Daytona, the chances seemed to remain in his favour. But after a quick stumble at Darlington that saw him finish 18th, and his 25-point lead over Christopher Bell cut to just 12, it posed the question: How will he fare as the season continues?
Lily Perkins
3 days ago5 min read
What is next for Valentino Rossi in sports car racing?
MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi made the switch from motorcycles to cars back in 2022, racing in the GT World Challenge Europe. Over the last few years, the Italian has raced in the 24 Hours of Le Mans, among other iconic endurance races. However, despite his continued progress in Sportscar racing, Rossi’s future plans are currently stuck in limbo.
Owen Bradley
3 days ago4 min read
Winners and Losers: MotoGP Austrian Grand Prix
Credit: KTM Press The Austrian Grand Prix delivered a historic first MotoGP victory, a home win for KTM and another twist in the championship battle. While some riders bounced back from difficult weekends, others left the Red Bull Ring with plenty to think about. DIVEBOMB picks out the winners and losers from Austria’s MotoGP weekend. Winner: Pedro Acosta Pedro Acosta finally has his maiden MotoGP victory, and more fittingly, he pulled off the feat in front of KTM’s home crow
Christopher Conway
3 days ago3 min read
IMSA: BMW wins Battle on the Bricks race after Van der Linde pulls off dramatic late-stage move on Bamber
BMW's Sheldon van der Linde pulled off a late-race overtake on long standing race leader Earl Bamber's Cadillac, to finally achieve the team's first GTP win, in what was a fantastic Battle on the Bricks IMSA round.
Marios Gantzoudis
3 days ago6 min read
Simply boring or capable of delivering more? Our writers give their verdict on the Madring’s inaugural F1 Grand Prix
Plenty of expectations were set for the Madring's inaugural Formula One Grand Prix, but looking back after the dust has settled, did the race meet those high hopes or fall short? Our writers have their say.
DIVEBOMB Motorsport
4 days ago5 min read
Formula One Gradebook: Spanish Grand Prix
Ahead of the upcoming race week, we look at the round gone by, hosted at the brand new Madring. Here's how the 22 drivers performed at the Spanish Grand Prix.
Maham Mir
4 days ago11 min read
No.69 Emil Frey Ferrari wins convincingly in GTWC EU Zandoort Race two as Silver champions are crowned
Thierry Vermuelen became the first Dutch driver to win on home soil in GT World Challenge Europe's (GTWC EU) Zandvoort Race two, with the 24-year-old also achieving his maiden overall win, in the No.69 Emil Frey Ferrari, the team's first win in two years.
Marios Gantzoudis
4 days ago4 min read
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