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Antonelli tops disrupted FP1 as mechanical issues plague Norris and Verstappen
Kimi Antonelli topped a disrupted first practice session ahead of George Russell as Mercedes led the way on Friday. Hydraulic issues hampered both Lando Norris and Max Verstappen, while Oscar Piastri recovered from brake concerns to secure third before a late red flag ended the session prematurely.

Alexa Bageas
Jun 264 min read


Piastri isn’t too optimistic about McLaren’s chances: “We definitely won’t be the team to beat”
Oscar Piastri is having a season with ups and downs. He wasn’t able to start the first two races, and almost won the first race he did start. Where he was leading the championship at this time last year, he is now only in sixth place.

Bo Helmus
Jun 255 min read


How F1's biggest stars are changing the conversation around men’s mental health
Behind Formula One's fastest stars lies a conversation often more important than racing itself. Lando Norris and Lewis Hamilton are helping to change the narrative around men's mental health, proving that vulnerability is not weakness, but strength.

Alexa Bageas
Jun 209 min read


Red Bull join McLaren in Monaco appeal as FIA controversy escalates
Red Bull have joined McLaren in formally challenging Pierre Gasly's reinstated Monaco Grand Prix podium, with teams warning the FIA's decision could set a dangerous precedent for how Formula One races are decided in the future.

Alexa Bageas
Jun 163 min read


"We'll be there soon" — Norris claims P3 in Barcelona as McLaren's momentum builds
Norris claims P3 in Barcelona as McLaren end their reliability nightmare, with the reigning champion finally seeing a chequered flag after three consecutive DNFs.

Kavi Khandelwal
Jun 143 min read


Mercedes vs Hamilton, Leclerc's recovery drive and more: What to expect in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix
From George Russell seeking to end Kimi Antonelli's winning streak to Lewis Hamilton chasing a long-awaited first victory in red, here are five things to look forward to in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

Meghana Sree
Jun 144 min read


“Happy but not happy enough”: Norris on second-row start in Barcelona
Another difficult qualifying session saw McLaren's Lando Norris qualify on the second row for the 2026 Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

Maham Mir
Jun 132 min read


Russell leads Mercedes in Barcelona as Leclerc crashes out of qualifying
George Russell led a dominant Mercedes performance in Spanish Grand Prix qualifying, securing pole position ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli. Charles Leclerc's session ended in dramatic fashion after a heavy Q3 crash, while McLaren surprisingly struggled for pace and could only manage fourth and seventh on the grid.

Alexa Bageas
Jun 134 min read


Norris shows McLaren’s pace by topping FP2 in Barcelona
Second practice for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix saw a return to usual business after seven drivers made way for the mandated rookie running in FP1, but conditions proved to be very challenging.

Jason Sharp
Jun 122 min read


"I was at 99.9%": Norris takes the blame but the car carries the weight after Monaco qualifying
Lando Norris qualified eighth at the Monaco Grand Prix, admitting a Q3 lock-up cost him time — but insisting the car deficit told the real story.

Kavi Khandelwal
Jun 64 min read


How McLaren lost Canada before Lap 1
McLaren arrived in Canada with podium pace. They left with a DNF, P11, and a strategy gamble that destroyed everything. Can they recover lost momentum in Monaco?

Alexa Bageas
May 318 min read


Five Winners, Five Losers: Canadian Grand Prix
The Canadian Grand Prix was a modern-day classic with huge implications for this year’s title fight, but who were the big winners and losers?

Peter Johnson
May 259 min read


Five Takeaways: Canadian Grand Prix
Retirements galore, a legendary podium and controversial tyre calls rattled the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, as Formula One delivered another wild Sunday in Montreal. Here are DIVEBOMB’s five takeaways from the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix.

Mia Wallace
May 255 min read


Silver Arrows clashing, McLaren eager to pounce and more: What to expect in the Canadian Grand Prix
From the Mercedes pair likely to bang wheels once more and McLaren ready to capitalise on any chaos ahead, to damp weather throwing a curveball in the mix, here's everything to look out for in the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix.

Meghana Sree
May 244 min read


McLaren “in the place we need to be” after second row lock-out for 2026 Canadian Grand Prix
After bringing another set of upgrades to the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix, McLaren seem closer to fighting back at the front.

Maham Mir
May 242 min read


The resurgence of McLaren: An effort that continues into the 2026 F1 season
McLaren’s turnaround in fortunes since 2018 has been sensational — but where have they made the most amount of changes to become champions again, and return to form once more this season after a bleak start to 2026?

Maham Mir
May 155 min read


McLaren make shock signing for the new Hypercar project
McLaren's only previous Le Mans victory came in 1995 with a privateer, Lanzante, and the fierce F1-GTR. The papaya team have not hidden the fact that their main target for the new MCL-HY is to take Le Mans glory once again - Vanthoor is the perfect pilot to make this happen as a previous winner of the Spa 24h, Nürburgring 24h and Daytona 24h.

Benjamin Crundwell
May 82 min read


McLaren reveal MCL-HY in testing livery
McLaren have revealed their 2027 World Endurance Championship challenger ahead of it's 2026 testing programme.

Aaron Carroll
May 42 min read


An early race start, wet weather chaos and a thrilling front row: What to expect in the Miami Grand Prix
With wet weather threatening to shake up an already unpredictable race and yet another thrilling race start on the cards, here’s everything to look forward to in the 2026 Miami Grand Prix.

Meghana Sree
May 34 min read


McLaren faces "reality check" at Miami Grand Prix
McLaren's Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri went from the highs of a 1-2 finish in the sprint to a difficult qualifying session.

Maham Mir
May 32 min read
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