New F1 meme unlocked, courtesy of Sergio Perez who was in the media pen at the time of the McLaren collision and this was his response after watching the replays 😂

Carlos Sainz unhappy to have been left without as much power as some others for a 27-second period in SQ1. He said: "For whatever reason, the FIA were happy to do half of the cars in quali with higher power than the other half of the cars." The FIA said a "human error" saw some cars disadvantaged.

No penalty for Lando Norris, just a reprimand for “driving erratically under safety car conditions”. He keeps P9.

On-the-flag report after... all that. My brain hurts.

Bahrain GP result after delayed race, late Russell drama and FIA accused

We've tried to make sense of the most bonkers Sunday of the season.

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While we're rain delayed at Sepang, seems like the ideal time to promote this exclusive with Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds, who I spoke to in Rome earlier this week at the launch of the series' new partnership with Bridgestone and their new 'Typhoon' wet-weather tyre ☔

New invention means 'tyres will no longer be the reason we can't race in rain'

EXCLUSIVE: Inside the new invention Formula E will use to help make sure wet races happen.

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Looks like we might be about to get the first wet F1 race of the season – and with this generation of cars... I'm on live blog duty for today's action, so this could be fun. Join me, won't you?

Max Verstappen hits back at Russell complaint as FIA make punishment decision

All the latest Formula One news ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, after Lewis Hamilton pulled off a dream qualifying lap but was still pipped to pole

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Today's print column: F1 keeps kicking the can down the road, but racing in Qatar or Abu Dhabi is a risk that the sport simply does not need to take. Yes, millions in revenue will be lost by switching to the Imola backup plan but, if things go wrong in the Middle East, the cost will be far higher.

F1 bosses faced with choice that will lose millions, or potentially much more

COLUMN - F1 correspondent Daniel Moxon ahead of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

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Pleased to see Lando Norris apologise for what he said. It was the heat of the moment, sure, but regardless it was deeply unfair of him to suggest Franco Colapinto didn't deserve to be in F1. He's now walked that back and said he has spoken with Franco privately to clear up the matter.

Lando Norris apologises to Franco Colapinto as agreement reached with F1 rival

McLaren star Lando Norris has released a statement confirming he has apologised to Alpine's Franco Colapinto following his criticism of the F1 driver

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A non-F1 piece to bang the drum a bit for Ash Sutton after he confirmed his record-breaking fifth BTCC title this weekend. The fact I couldn’t find his name anywhere despite searching the 2026 BBC SPOTY odds lists of several major betting sites shows just how unfair these popularity contests are.

BBC SPOTY must recognise British sporting hero who made history this weekend

OPINION - It's a travesty that this British sporting hero doesn't even have odds for the BBC prize this year.

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Disappointed, but not remotely surprised, to see Lando become the latest victim of these idiots. FWIW, I thought Lando's comments about Franco immediately after the race, when he was still seeing red, were harsh. But, in turn, the sadly predictable torrent of abuse directed at Norris is abhorrent.

Sergio Aguero joins Argentina fans Lando Norris pile-on over Colapinto criticism

A senior member of the Argentina government also slammed Lando Norris on social media.

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I know from experience that, when speaking to the media, Christian Horner gives nothing away that he doesn’t want to ❌ And that’s why it’s impossible not to see his Ferrari comments as a clear message to the hierarchy at Maranello 🔴 Column ✍️

'I've interviewed Christian Horner - his new Ferrari comment is a clear tactic'

COLUMN - F1 correspondent Daniel Moxon on the biggest topics in the sport.

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My comprehensive and free F1 newsletter ticked over 3,000 subscribers this morning! Really grateful to the thousands of F1 fans who read and keep coming back for more 🙏 Link below for anyone who wants to join the community! 👇 pitlanechronicle.substack.com

Comment: Despite the online uproar about the decision to designate the Monaco Grand Prix a Sprint event in 2027, maybe it's actually a good idea? The case in defence of F1's biggest decision about next year's schedule ✍️

F1's 'insane' Monaco Sprint plan for 2027 is actually genius for one reason

COMMENT - Fans have slammed the plan to make Monaco a sprint event in 2027, but the idea does have some merit.

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18-year-old Brit Freddie Slater will step up to Formula 2 next year after missing out on the F3 title. He’ll continue to be part of the Audi driver development programme racing for Invicta in 2027.

State of parking companies in the UK: It's taken TWO MONTHS for one to finally back off (after they got bailiffs involved!) having served me with a parking fine for... parking at Silverstone with my media pass for the British Grand Prix. Apparently my weekend parking pass wasn't enough evidence... 🤦

Liam Lawson will race again for Red Bull this weekend with Yuki Tsunoda continuing to deputise at Racing Bulls. Isack Hadjar still not fit enough to drive.

Where Kimi Antonelli's Monza win from 19th on the grid ranks compared to the all-time great comeback wins in F1 World Championship history 🏆

Where Kimi Antonelli's Monza win ranks compared to all-time great F1 comebacks

From 19th on the grid Kimi Antonelli made history at Monza.

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On-the-flag report after a stunning recovery drive from Kimi Antonelli. This was the performance that proved once-and-for-all that he can handle the pressure of this title battle. Will it be the one that disabuses George Russell and Lewis Hamilton of any notion that a comeback is possible?

Kimi Antonelli's Italian GP comeback a title race hammer blow for George Russell

REPORT: Kimi Antonelli started 19th but had the lead by lap 18 and went on to take a statement victory.

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Sticking my neck out a bit here, but I reckon this Kimi Antonelli lad is quite good.

Some things are a genuine pleasure to write, and this feature was one of them ✍️ Pierre Gasly has now proven multiple times that he's the man you should back when he's recovering from a setback 💪

Pierre Gasly is the 1000/1 Monza hero who excels when the world is against him

This is not the first time Pierre Gasly has stunned in a midfield car at Monza.

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Extraordinary presser at Monza. Flavio Briatore brought a sheet of paper from which he read and accused one of the FIA Court of Appeal judges of being linked with McLaren. Andrea Stella, sat on the same sofa, said the claim was "insulting" and seemed to threaten consequences for the allecation.

Huge F1 row erupts as teams clash in press conference over 'serious' allegation

Flavio Briatore and Andrea Stella clashed in the Monza press conference.

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Bullet-pointed, ad-lite explainer of the FIA International Court of Appeal’s Monaco GP verdict, why the judging panel ruled in favour of McLaren and Red Bull and against Alpine and the FIA, and what it means for the F1 championship standings ✍️

FIA court verdict explained as McLaren and Red Bull win fight over Monaco GP

The FIA International Court of Appeal has issued its ruling.

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From reading through the FIA International Court of Appeal’s 26-page document (not a page-turner) it’s clear the fact neither Alpine nor the FIA/FOM could provide the true measurement of the pit lane has been one of the key deciding factors in this case.

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The FIA Court of Appeal has found in favour of McLaren and Red Bull. Pierre Gasly’s penalties at the Monaco GP are reinstated and Isack Hadjar wins back his first Red Bull podium. Full story coming.

The FIA Court of Appeal has found in favour of McLaren and Red Bull. Pierre Gasly’s penalties at the Monaco GP are reinstated and Isack Hadjar wins back his first Red Bull podium. Full story coming.

Some of tomorrow's print copy from media day at Monza ✍️ Come for the best of Lewis Hamilton's quotes to the media, stay for the unsolicited boat puns 🚢

Lewis Hamilton compares new Ferrari to 'huge ship' he can steer to Monza F1 win

The Italian Grand Prix is the race Ferrari always want to win the most.

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Hadjar not being risked. Liam Lawson gets another go in the main Red Bull while Yuki Tsunoda has another chance to audition for a 2027 seat elsewhere.

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Expecting Red Bull to communicate a decision over who will drive for which of their teams this weekend either this evening or Thursday morning. Hadjar hopes to be cleared but last test on his wrist scheduled for this afternoon/evening. If he can’t drive, it’ll be the same arrangement as Zandvoort

Expecting Red Bull to communicate a decision over who will drive for which of their teams this weekend either this evening or Thursday morning. Hadjar hopes to be cleared but last test on his wrist scheduled for this afternoon/evening. If he can’t drive, it’ll be the same arrangement as Zandvoort

Red Bull have a deadline day signing of their own to announce: Former Aston Martin engineer Tom McCullough will join in 2027 as head of racing, taking over a significant amount of the job McLaren-bound Gianpiero Lambiase currently holds.

Confirmed: That new deal for Franco Colapinto at Alpine 🚨📝

Alpine confirm Pierre Gasly's 2027 F1 team-mate as Franco Colapinto fate sealed

Another 2027 F1 race seat has been filled.

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Understand Alpine have exercised an option to extend Franco Colapinto’s contract. Unchanged line-up for 2027. Official confirmation to come. This year’s F1 driver market really is turning into a bit of a damp squib!