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How has Mercedes fallen behind rivals once again in 2024?

For the third straight season, Mercedes hasn't given Lewis Hamilton a title-contending car, so where are the Silver Arrows falling short in 2024?

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SAUDI GP REACTION

What next for Ollie Bearman after his remarkable F1 debut?

Ollie Bearman's F1 debut was the feel-good story of the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, but what comes next for the 18-year-old Ferrari reserve driver?

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Verstappen wins again, skirting questions of Red Bull future

Max Verstappen dominated in Saudi Arabia, so why would he consider leaving all-conquering Red Bull? That's the question everyone in F1 is asking.

MAX TAKES SAUDI ARABIAN GP

Verstappen eases to victory in Saudi GP; Perez 2nd

Max Verstappen dominated the second race of the Formula One season in Saudi Arabia as his Red Bull team secured a second one-two finish in as many races in 2024.

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UNLAPPED PODCAST

Unlapped: Could Max Verstappen actually join Mercedes?

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FORMULA ONE

HORNER CONTROVERSY

Red Bull's Horner: F1 needs to move on from scandal

A defiant Christian Horner has said it is time to move on from the scandal which has swirled around him for weeks and insisted he and Max Verstappen will continue working together at Red Bull in the long run.

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Sources: Red Bull suspends Horner accuser

The employee who accused Red Bull F1 team boss Christian Horner of inappropriate behaviour has been suspended by the company, sources with knowledge of the situation confirmed to ESPN.

FORMULA ONE

F1 ACADEMY

F1 Academy primed to propel women up the motorsport ladder

Ahead of F1 Academy's second season, CEO Susie Wolff stressed that the series isn't a destination, it's rocket fuel for women's racing careers.

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BAHRAIN GRAND PRIX

Verstappen's win in Bahrain hints at continued F1 dominance

Max Verstappen started 2024 the way he finished 2023: with another victory. The three-time F1 champion showed no signs of slowing down in Bahrain.

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