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MCLAREN'S Oscar Piastri stormed to victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, securing the third win of his Formula 1 career and leading a dominant one-two finish for the Woking-based outfit. Teammate Lando Norris followed in second, with Mercedes’ George Russell completing the podium in third.

“Very proud of what we were able to pull off,” said Piastri. “It wasn't an easy one, and I’m just proud of the whole team and the weekend I was able to deliver.” Reflecting on his disappointing outing in Australia, the rising star added, “This is what I feel I deserved from last week. I'm extremely happy—one-two, obviously. Very, very happy.”

The 18th running of the Chinese Grand Prix delivered plenty of drama from the outset. Starting from pole position for the first time in his Formula 1 career, Piastri was immediately under pressure from Russell, who started second. Piastri cut across to defend his lead into Turn 1, while Norris managed to lunge past the Mercedes for second. Further back, Ferrari’s Sir Lewis Hamilton surged forward into fourth, followed by teammate Charles Leclerc—until the two Ferraris made slight contact. Leclerc suffered front wing damage after the left endplate of his wing made contact with Hamilton’s rear-right tyre.

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McLaren's Oscar Piastri clinched the first pole position of his Formula 1 career in a thrilling qualifying session at the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix, putting his McLaren on top with a blistering lap of 1:30.641. The Australian beat Mercedes’ George Russell, who lines up second, while fellow McLaren teammate Lando Norris took third.

"I think in Q3 I just found a lot of pace," Piastri said after securing pole. "Q1 and Q2 I was genuinely struggling and the car just came alive in Q3. I'm happy with what I did at the end. Even still, the laps were still a bit scrappy but I'm very pumped to be on pole, so very happy."

The result marks a major milestone for the young Australian, who had shown flashes of pace throughout the weekend but pulled everything together when it mattered most in the final session of qualifying.

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SIR Lewis Hamilton claimed his first win with Ferrari in only his second race for the Scuderia, mastering tyre management and race craft to take victory in the Sprint Race at the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix. Oscar Piastri finished second for McLaren, with Red Bull’s Max Verstappen completing the podium.

“Great job guys,” Hamilton said over team radio as he crossed the line, receiving immediate praise from his engineer for what was described as a “masterclass in tyre management.”

For those unfamiliar with the format, it’s worth understanding how the Sprint fits into the modern Formula 1 weekend.

The Sprint format is a relatively new addition to Formula 1, introduced at select race weekends to add more action and strategic complexity. Instead of the traditional two-day build-up to the Grand Prix, the weekend begins with a single practice session followed by a Sprint Qualifying session on Friday, which sets the grid for Saturday’s Sprint Race. The Sprint itself is a shorter race, approximately 100km in length, and awards points to the top eight finishers. Later on Saturday, a separate qualifying session determines the starting order for Sunday’s main Grand Prix. The format offers a high-intensity alternative to the usual weekend structure, creating more opportunities for drama and reshuffling the competitive order before the main event.

As the lights went out to start the Sprint Race, Hamilton got away cleanly from pole, while championship leader McLaren's Lando Norris, starting sixth, dropped to ninth by the end of the opening lap. As the race progressed, Verstappen began to apply pressure, closing the gap to Hamilton to within one second by the halfway mark and triggering DRS. But Hamilton, ever the tactician, was clearly taking crucial corners in a way that prioritized exit speed and tyre longevity — slowly breaking Verstappen’s hold and regaining breathing space.

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Lewis Hamilton delivered a stunning performance to claim pole position for the first Sprint of the 2025 season at the Chinese Grand Prix — an emphatic response to a challenging outing in Australia (March 16).

With just one practice session earlier in the day, Sprint Qualifying brought the intensity as teams battled over three short but crucial sessions.

SQ1 saw Hamilton set the early benchmark, topping the session as drivers pushed hard to adapt to evolving track conditions. Five drivers failed to make the cut —

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Lando Norris topped the timesheets in the opening and only practice session of the 2025 Chinese Grand Prix, clocking a 1:31.504 for McLaren Mercedes as Formula 1 returned to Shanghai — held in March for the first time in the event’s history.

With this being a Sprint weekend, teams wasted no time getting to work, knowing this was their sole opportunity to dial in setups before Sprint Qualifying. The Shanghai International Circuit showed improved grip levels compared to last year, and lap times tumbled quickly as drivers pushed to the limit.

The only major incident of the session came with just under 13 minutes remaining, when Alpine’s Jack Doohan pulled over near Turn 10 with a mechanical issue, triggering a red flag. While the stoppage paused proceedings briefly, most teams had already completed the bulk of their running.

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc ended the session second fastest, 0.454s behind Norris, while Oscar Piastri ensured both McLarens featured in the top three. Lewis Hamilton, now at Ferrari, secured fourth ahead of Mercedes’ George Russell in fifth.

Nico Hülkenberg put in a strong showing for Kick Sauber Ferrari in sixth, followed by Alexander Albon in the Williams Mercedes. Fernando Alonso, Andrea Kimi Antonelli, and Yuki Tsunoda rounded out the top ten.

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McLaren’s Lando Norris claimed victory in a dramatic and rain-affected 2025 Australian Grand Prix, fending off a late charge from Max Verstappen to take the first win of the season. George Russell secured third for Mercedes as unpredictable weather and multiple safety cars shaped a gripping race in Melbourne.

“It was amazing,” said Norris. “Tough race, especially with Max behind me. I was pushing, especially the last two laps. It was a little bit stressful, I'm not going to lie. But an amazing way to start the year, a tough one—we went off and we made some big mistakes, went through the gravel, got a little damage. Just tricky conditions but these are the ones I enjoy more, they're fun and unpredictable, but this time we got it right and we ended up on top, so I’m very happy.”

Red Bull's Max Verstappen, who pushed hard in the final stages after a mid-race error, admitted he enjoyed the challenge despite....

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Hamilton’s first qualifying session with Ferrari marked an encouraging start, even if there is still work to be done. He admitted he was surprised by the gap to the front but remained optimistic about the team’s potential.

"I definitely didn't expect us to be as far off as we were," Hamilton said. "But to be that close to Charles in the end in my first qualifying session in this car, which I am still learning, I think we did a good job."

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- Piastri leads final practice as Antonelli impresses in Melbourne -

McLaren's Oscar Piastri lit up the timing screens in front of his home crowd, topping the timesheets in FP3 at the 2025 Formula 1 Louis Vuitton Australian Grand Prix. The McLaren driver delivered a 1:15.921 to end the final practice session fastest of all, edging out George Russell by just 0.039s in what was the most representative session so far this weekend.

Mercedes looked sharp with Russell narrowly missing out on the top spot, while rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli impressed in his first F1 qualifying weekend by securing fifth place — a strong statement from the young Italian as he steadily finds his feet at the top level.

World Champion Max Verstappen slotted into third for Red Bull, with Ferrari's Charles Leclerc in fourth. However, Leclerc continued to battle with oversteer issues in his Ferrari and admitted over team radio that the car still wasn’t quite behaving the way he wanted.

Antonelli’s P5 finish drew plenty of attention — a strong and composed session from the rookie, showing maturity and pace in equal measure. His performance will no doubt boost confidence in the Mercedes garage ahead of qualifying.

Carlos Sainz led the charge for Williams in sixth, just ahead of teammate Alexander Albon, with Sir Lewis Hamilton finishing eighth. Though the seven-time World Champion remains visibly in the process of adapting to life at Ferrari, there were glimpses of progress. Despite not featuring at the sharp end, Hamilton’s feedback suggests strides are being made in the right direction.

Racing Bull's Yuki Tsunoda and McLaren's Lando Norris rounded out the top ten, with McLaren drawing attention again after analyst Ruth Buscombe-Divey pointed out they appeared to be harvesting more energy than usual on their laps — a sign they could be keeping something in reserve ahead of qualifying.

There was early disappointment at the start of the session..

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-Leclerc Fastest in FP2 as Ferrari Lead the way in Melbourne-

Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc topped the timesheets in the second free practice session at the Australian Grand Prix, setting a benchmark time of 1:16.439 around the Albert Park Circuit. The Monegasque driver edged out McLaren’s Oscar Piastri by just 0.124s, with teammate Lando Norris close behind in third.

For Piastri, the strong result comes at his home race in Melbourne, and the young Australian was quietly confident about the McLaren’s potential.

“I’m pretty happy with today’s work. Things are going to be pretty different for the next two days, so how much today means, we don’t know,” he said after the session. Asked about his chances of victory, he remained cautious: “Hard to say what the weather is going to be. It’ll be pretty different on Sunday and it’s going to throw some spanners in the works—but I think the underlying pace of the car seems strong.”

Yuki Tsunoda continued his fine form in fourth for Racing Bulls, while Sir Lewis Hamilton improved to fifth for Ferrari, just 0.420s off his teammate’s pace.

Isack Hadjar placed sixth, ahead of reigning world champion Max Verstappen in seventh for Red Bull Racing. Nico Hülkenberg was eighth for Kick Sauber, with Lance Stroll and George Russell rounding out the top ten.

The session ran without any major disruptions, but Haas was notably absent..

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McLaren's Lando Norris led the way in the opening free practice session at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne, setting the benchmark with a 1:17.252. The Brit topped the timesheets ahead of Carlos Sainz, who delivered an impressive showing for Williams to finish just 0.149s behind. Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc rounded out the top three, only 0.209s off Norris’ time.

Oscar Piastri continued McLaren’s strong start to the weekend in fourth, while Max Verstappen slotted into fifth for Red Bull Racing. Alexander Albon impressed with sixth place in the second Williams, ahead of George Russell in seventh for Mercedes.

Sir Lewis Hamilton finished the session down in 12th for Ferrari, nearly eight-tenths off the pace in a disrupted session that saw two red flags. The seven-time world champion, who is still adjusting to life at Ferrari, spoke ahead of the weekend about his mindset and expectations for the season.

“I have an expectation for myself, I know what I can bring, I know I can deliver, I know what it's going to take to do that, and it's just getting your head down and working away,” Hamilton said during the driver’s press conference.

He added that he’s approaching the weekend with an open mind as he continues adapting to a very different package compared to what he’s known throughout his career.

“It's quite a lot different to what I’ve driven for all of my previous career in the sense of the Mercedes power, coming into the Ferrari power,” he explained. While he acknowledged the challenges that come with the transition, Hamilton described the experience as exciting: “This is definitely the most exciting period of my life, so I’m really just enjoying it.”

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Formula E is set to electrify Miami with the much-anticipated Evo Sessions, the first event of its kind, where high-profile figures from sport, tech and entertainment will be immersed in the world of electric racing. Hosted at the Miami International Autodrome (Hard Rock Stadium) on March 5-6, the event pairs celebrities with Formula E’s world-class teams and drivers, immersing them in the precision and adrenaline of top-tier electric motorsport.

Formula E CEO Jeff Dodds described Evo Sessions as a project born from a bold vision:

“The initial reaction when I pitched Evo Sessions was, ‘This is wild!’—and that’s when I knew we had to do it. We’re giving audiences an unparalleled look into what it really takes to be a Formula E driver, through the eyes of some of the most influential people today.”

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Mercedes' George Russell topped the timesheets with a 1:29.545 on the final day of testing, bringing pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit to a close. With the FORMULA 1 season now set to begin, excitement is building around several key storylines. While teams focused on gathering crucial data, fans and analysts have been busy deciphering what to expect when the lights go out for the season opener in Australia (March 16).

Sir Lewis Hamilton’s Historic Pursuit-

One of the biggest talking points heading into the season is Sir Lewis Hamilton’s bid for an eighth Drivers’ Championship. Now driving for Ferrari, the seven-time World Champion is chasing a record that would cement his status as the most successful driver in FORMULA 1 history. Having already set numerous records, the Brit’s move to the Maranello based team marks a fresh challenge, one that could define his legacy. His partnership with Charles Leclerc will be closely watched, as Ferrari seeks to finally reclaim the top spot in both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ standings. Testing showed promising pace, but whether Ferrari has built a car capable of sustaining a title challenge remains to be seen.

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For the first time in recent years, Sir Lewis Hamilton might finally have a car that feels like home, at least, that’s what the data suggests. The seven-time world champion set his fastest lap of 1:29.379 on Day 2 of Bahrain testing, positioning himself just behind the overall fastest driver, Williams' Carlos Sainz.

However, more telling than the lap time itself was how Hamilton was driving the Ferrari SF-25. His braking data and cornering technique suggest he is far more at ease in this car than he was in the Mercedes of recent seasons.

Former F1 driver and Sky Sports analyst Karun Chandhok studied the available data and noted that Hamilton’s braking and cornering approach were noticeably different from his struggles at Mercedes....

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McLaren’s Lando Norris set the fastest time on the opening day of the 2025 pre-season testing in Bahrain, clocking a 1:30.430. He was 0.157s quicker than Mercedes’ George Russell, while Red Bull’s Max Verstappen set the third-fastest time, 0.244s off the pace.

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Pre-season testing is always a time of speculation, excitement and uncertainty. The fastest times on the leaderboard might seem to paint a clear picture, but in reality, they offer only a fraction of the full story. Lando Norris’ best lap of 1:30.430 for McLaren topped the opening day of 2025 testing in Bahrain, but does that mean McLaren is the team to beat this season? Not necessarily.

Each team runs its own program of test laps, with different fuel loads, tyre compounds, engine settings and aero configurations. Some prioritize short run pace, while others focus on long distance reliability or new components. The result? A mix of fast and slow times that don’t necessarily reflect the actual competitive order for the season ahead.

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WHY search for Formula 1’s rich history online when you can literally walk through its pages in real life?writes Damian Hall.

That’s exactly what the Formula 1 Exhibition at London’s Excel offers, a rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the sport’s history, its scandals, technological advances, and the stories of lives lost and saved by the progression of safety measures.

It’s like stepping into your own Google search results, where the facts, figures, and iconic moments of F1 come alive right before your eyes. Just remember: don’t touch the exhibits!

From the moment I entered....

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