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McLaren End of Year Report: A circuitous route to both championships
McLaren made it difficult for themselves at times, but the papaya team completed the World Championship double in 2025 after a record-breaking season. Here’s their end of year report.

Peter Johnson
Dec 23, 20257 min read


The unexpected highs and the sudden fall of Piastri’s 2025 F1 season
Oscar Piastri blazed early in 2025, faltered as McLaren froze development and eventually lost his lead due to performance slips and strategy misfires. However, despite the championship escaping him in the latter half of the season, the Australian has proved that he’s a true long-term title threat.

Kavi Khandelwal
Dec 11, 20255 min read


Five Winners, Five Losers: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
We have our champion. Exciting, perhaps not; tense, most certainly. Lando Norris was on top of the world in Abu Dhabi, but who else was all smiles?

Peter Johnson
Dec 10, 20258 min read


"I managed to show the best of me": Lando Norris as he clinched the the 2025 World Drivers' Championship
Norris clinches his first F1 title in Abu Dhabi after a fierce three-way fight, capping a relentless season of loyalty, resilience, and late-season brilliance.

Kavi Khandelwal
Dec 7, 20254 min read


A three-way title showdown, team tactics and curveballs: What to expect in the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
F1's final round of 2025 promises everything from a spectacular title fight to intriguing team tactics in play. Max Verstappen starts on pole, Lando Norris in second only needs a podium to win his maiden title and Oscar Piastri isn't out of contention just yet. Here's everything to look out for in the season finale at the 2025 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Meghana Sree
Dec 7, 20257 min read


Abu Dhabi title decider: Who can take the F1 Drivers' Championship and how?
With 58 laps left in the championship showdown, what does each driver need to secure the title in Abu Dhabi? Here are all the permutations ahead of the three-way fight for the 2025 Drivers' Championship.

Caitlyn Gordon
Dec 7, 20254 min read


Norris believes “time will come” after missing out on Abu Dhabi pole
McLaren's Lando Norris missed out on pole position in Abu Dhabi however his eye remains on the championship battle which remains undecided.

Maham Mir
Dec 6, 20252 min read


“I don’t want to ask it”: McLaren drivers clear the air on team orders for Abu Dhabi
Norris and Piastri confront the team-orders dilemma head-on, balancing loyalty, fairness, and a title fight that could hinge on one decisive call.

Kavi Khandelwal
Dec 4, 20253 min read


Five Winners, Five Losers: Qatar Grand Prix
The 2025 Qatar Grand Prix was marked by a unique tyre regulation and a curious McLaren strategy call, but who won out and who didn’t?

Peter Johnson
Dec 3, 20258 min read


Woman Spotlight Wednesday: Ella Häkkinen
Woman Spotlight Wednesday aims to take a look at the tales of these superwomen, who have surpassed various hurdles to reach where they are today. In this article, we spotlight a rising star with a familiar surname, set to take the racing world by storm in the future.

Kavi Khandelwal
Dec 3, 20253 min read


How Pirelli’s tyre mandate wreaked havoc on the 2025 F1 title fight
Exceptionally high demands on Pirelli tyres at the Lusail International Circuit forced Formula One’s tyre supplier to implement a one-off regulation, with drastic consequences for the title battle.

Peter Johnson
Dec 3, 20255 min read


OPINION: McLaren’s commitment to ‘fairness’ between drivers has undermined their 2025 successes
McLaren spent much of 2025 maintaining fair racing between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, implemented through ‘Papaya Rules’. These rules and repercussions have not only swung the door wide open for Max Verstappen in the title fight, but have also encouraged pressing concerns about McLaren's driver management style that overshadow each driver’s individual successes.

Maham Mir
Dec 2, 20257 min read


"We did not expect everyone else to pit": McLaren reflect on Qatar strategy blunder
McLaren admit a costly safety-car misjudgement in Qatar as Piastri loses a likely win and Norris a podium, leaving both drivers frustrated heading to Abu Dhabi.

Kavi Khandelwal
Nov 30, 20252 min read


What are the F1 title odds ahead of the final two rounds? Our writers have their say
Lando Norris can secure the F1 Drivers' title in Qatar but the threat of Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri lingers close. Who will come out on top for the 2025 season? Our writers weigh in.
DIVEBOMB Motorsport
Nov 27, 20256 min read


Stella: "No blame culture at McLaren" ahead of the 2025 Qatar Grand Prix
McLaren’s Andrea Stella reflects on the Vegas DSQ, calls it an anomaly, praises team culture, and stays confident as Norris and Piastri fight on.

Kavi Khandelwal
Nov 27, 20253 min read


Five Winners, Five Losers: Las Vegas Grand Prix
A wild weekend in Vegas reshaped the title fight as both McLarens were disqualified. Verstappen dominated, Mercedes surged and the midfield delivered.

Elaina Russell
Nov 26, 20257 min read


Five Takeaways: Las Vegas Grand Prix
Norris and Piastri DSQ’d as Verstappen wins in Vegas. Title fight explodes, Mercedes surge, Ferrari fluctuate and chaos reigns on the Strip at the Las Vegas Grand Prix.

Elaina Russell
Nov 25, 20253 min read


McLaren hit with double DSQ for rearmost skid non-compliance
McLaren lose P2 and P4 after both cars fail skid-wear checks in Vegas, triggering a rare double DSQ that reshapes the points fight with two races left.

Kavi Khandelwal
Nov 23, 20252 min read


Verstappen puzzled by Piastri's sudden F1 slump
As the final three races of the 2025 season approach, a late change in the championship standings raises questions from Max Verstappen.

Caitlyn Gordon
Nov 20, 20252 min read


“Going flat out”: Norris doubles down ahead of the Las Vegas Grand Prix
Norris reflects on early struggles, steady growth, and an all-in mindset as he heads into Vegas leading the title fight with sharpened confidence.

Kavi Khandelwal
Nov 20, 20253 min read
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