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Lewis Hamilton ‘devastated’ after hitting groundhog during Canadian GP

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Lewis Hamilton expressed heartbreak after accidentally running over a groundhog during the Canadian Grand Prix in Montreal, calling the incident "devastating" and "horrible." The Ferrari...

F1 star burgled in Switzerland, nearly misses Canadian GP

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Formula One driver Gabriel Bortoleto narrowly avoided missing the Canadian Grand Prix after his car was burgled in Zurich, Switzerland, just days before the...

Lawson misses points in Spain as Piastri wins

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Liam Lawson narrowly missed out on points at the Spanish Grand Prix, finishing 11th after his Racing Bulls team opted not to pit before...

Lawson impresses with Top-10 practice finishes at Spanish GP

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Liam Lawson continued his strong recent form with sixth and tenth place finishes in Spanish Grand Prix practice sessions, adapting well to F1’s new...

Lawson shines with fifth fastest time in Monaco GP practice

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New Zealand's Liam Lawson delivered a standout performance in Monaco, clocking the fifth fastest time in the second practice session of the Grand Prix...

NZ double-header: Supercars confirm Christchurch debut in 2026

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The Repco Supercars Championship will race in Christchurch from 2026, marking the series' first-ever South Island event at Ruapuna Raceway as part of a...

Verstappen takes commanding win at Imola

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Max Verstappen secured a dominant victory in the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix at Imola with a bold first-lap overtake on pole-sitter Oscar Piastri. Controlling the race...

FIA eases penalties for swearing and criticism after backlash from F1 drivers

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The FIA has scaled back penalties for Formula 1 drivers who swear or criticise officials, following strong opposition from the racing community. New guidelines slash...

Piastri wins Miami Grand Prix

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Oscar Piastri secured his fourth victory in six races with a commanding drive at the Miami Grand Prix, leading a McLaren 1-2 ahead of...

Lawson loses Miami sprint points after penalty for Alonso collision

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Liam Lawson was denied his first points finish of the Formula 1 season after receiving a five-second penalty at the Miami Grand Prix sprint...

Liam Lawson scores first points in chaotic Miami F1 sprint

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Liam Lawson claimed his first points of the Formula 1 season with a seventh-place finish in a chaotic sprint race at the Miami Grand...

Piastri claims Saudi GP win and Championship lead after Verstappen penalty

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Oscar Piastri secured his third victory of the season at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, taking the lead in the drivers’ championship after benefiting...

Lawson shines as Verstappen claims Saudi Pole in record time

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Max Verstappen secured pole position for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in record time, narrowly edging out McLaren's Oscar Piastri by just 0.010 seconds. The...

Piastri wins Bahrain GP

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Australian Oscar Piastri claimed victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, leading from pole to flag and cutting Lando Norris’ Formula 1 championship lead to...

Verstappen holds on to win at Suzuka as Lawson finishes 17th

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Max Verstappen claimed his first win of the 2025 Formula 1 season with a hard-fought victory at the Japanese Grand Prix, fending off relentless...

Liam Lawson ‘shocked’ by Red Bull demotion

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Liam Lawson says he was blindsided by Red Bull’s decision to demote him to their junior team, Racing Bulls, after just two underwhelming races. The...

Lawson takes positives from tough Chinese Grand Prix

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Liam Lawson finished 15th in the Chinese Grand Prix at the Shanghai International Circuit, later upgraded to 12th after three disqualifications, including Lewis Hamilton...

Lawson eliminated in Chinese Grand Prix qualifying

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Liam Lawson has been eliminated in the first stage of qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix, finishing last among 20 drivers. Frustrated by traffic and...

Norris triumphs in wild Australian Grand Prix

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Lando Norris secured a thrilling victory in a rain-soaked and crash-filled Australian Grand Prix, holding off reigning champion Max Verstappen in a dramatic season...

William Byron claims second consecutive Daytona 500 victory in overtime thriller

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In a dramatic and chaotic finish, William Byron secured his second straight Daytona 500 victory after a late-race crash reshaped the final lap. With just...

Lewis Hamilton set to legally add mother’s surname

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Seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton is set to legally incorporate his mother’s maiden name, Larbalestier, alongside Hamilton as he prepares to join...

Belgian Grand Prix secures new F1 deal with rotating race schedule

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The Belgian Grand Prix has signed a groundbreaking contract to remain part of the Formula 1 calendar for four out of six years from...

Liam Lawson joins Red Bull Racing, replacing Sergio Perez

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Kiwi Liam Lawson will step into one of the most challenging roles in Formula One next season, replacing Sergio Perez as Max Verstappen's teammate...

Cadillac to join Formula 1 in 2026 as GM commits to historic entry

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General Motors (GM) has announced its intention to enter Formula 1 in 2026 under its Cadillac brand, marking a significant milestone in the sport’s...

Liam Lawson calls for NZ anthem to honour McLaren’s legacy

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Liam Lawson has criticised McLaren for playing the British anthem at race wins, insisting the team should instead honour its New Zealand roots by...

Auckland Council approves move of Western Springs Speedway despite community pushback

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After nearly a century at Western Springs, Auckland’s speedway will move to Waikaraka Park in Onehunga following a contentious council decision. The Auckland Council voted...

Verstappen eyes another win in Mexico

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As Max Verstappen seeks his sixth win in Mexico's last seven Grands Prix, he arrives at the high-altitude Hermanos Rodriguez circuit with a 57-point...

Liam Lawson secures full-time Racing Bulls seat

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After a year of speculation, 22-year-old Liam Lawson has officially been confirmed as Racing Bulls’ driver for the remainder of the 2024 Formula One...

Verstappen wins ‘wet-dry’ Canadian Grand Prix

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Red Bull’s Max Verstappen claimed victory in an intense wet-dry Canadian Grand Prix that culminated in a five-car battle for the lead in the...

Scott Dixon claims Indycar Championship lead after Detroit win

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Scott Dixon showcased his mastery in tactical driving and fuel conservation to clinch victory in a chaotic Detroit Indycar race, marking his 58th career...

Leclerc dominates Monaco GP practice as Verstappen and Red Bull face challenges

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Charles Leclerc emerged as the frontrunner during Friday's practice sessions at the Monaco Grand Prix, outpacing his competitors with a remarkable performance that left...

Scott McLaughlin disqualified from IndyCar opener

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New Zealand's Scott McLaughlin faced disqualification from the season-opening IndyCar race after initially finishing third. McLaughlin, along with his Team Penske teammate Josef Newgarden, were...

Taupō takes pole position

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The Government is proud to support the first ever Repco Supercars Championship event in Taupō as up to 70,000 motorsport fans attend the Taupō...

Sainz wins Australian GP, ends Verstappen’s winning streak

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Ferrari's Carlos Sainz claims famous victory in Australian Grand Prix. His teammate Charles Leclerc secured a one-two finish for the team. This race saw Max...

Leclerc outpaces Verstappen in Australian Grand Prix practice

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Ferrari's Charles Leclerc led the pack in the Australian Grand Prix Friday practice sessions at Albert Park in Melbourne, outperforming Red Bull's Max Verstappen...

Verstappen claims dominant win in Bahrain

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Max Verstappen claimed a dominant victory at the Bahrain Grand Prix, opening the Formula 1 season with a strong statement to his competitors. Driving for...

Spanish Grand Prix moving to Madrid from 2026 to reduce ‘greenhouse gas emissions’

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Madrid will host the Spanish Grand Prix starting in 2026, replacing Barcelona, which has been the venue since 1991. The race will take place on...

Magazine chief editor fired over Michael Schumacher AI ‘interview’

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German weekly ‘Die Aktuelle’ published an article in which it purported to speak with F1 legend Michael Schumacher. Reliance on artificial intelligence (AI) has cost...

Schumacher family to sue magazine over AI-generated interview

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Germany’s Die Aktuelle ran a front-page fake conversation with the Formula One legend. Michael Schumacher’s family is planning legal action against a German weekly for...

Watch: Driver withdraws from Dakar rally after fatal accident

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A spectator died after being struck by a vehicle at the famous race. Czech driver Ales Loprais has withdrawn from the Dakar rally following his...

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