LONDON (REUTERS) – Formula One champions Mercedes said on Friday (Feb 12) they were dealing with some engine issues ahead of the new season but expected everything to be fixed by the first race. The comment, in a team interview with engine head Hywel Thomas, drew some wry comments on social media from those who recalled the sport’s dominant manufacturer […]

A Spanish mayor has sparked fury after likening Fernando Alonso’s bike crash to Michael Schumacher ’s life-changing ski accident and labelling them “ironic.” The two-time F1 champ received huge support from fans, sportsmen and politicians after being hospitalised following his collision with a car. But Gonzalo Perez Jacome, mayor of the city of Ourense in Spain’s north-west Galicia region, appeared […]

Fernando Alonso will not miss pre-season testing for the new Formula One campaign despite his recent cycling accident, according to reports in Spain. Alonso is in hospital after being hit by a car while out on a training ride near with the Alpine F1 team near his home in Lugano, Switzerland, on Thursday. It is believed the Spaniard has suffered […]

The Daily Star’s FREE newsletter is spectacular! Sign up today for the best stories straight to your inbox Formula 1 hero Fernando Alonso is in hospital after being hit by a car while cycling in Switzerland, according to Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport. The Spaniard is said to have been hit while riding his bike in Lugano, training with the […]

Mick Schumacher faces an “extremely difficult” task living up to his father’s name in the Formula One world, says ex-driver Jan Lammers. Schumacher, 21, is gearing up for his first season in F1 after signing a multi-year contract with Haas ahead of the 2021 campaign. The German, who is the son of racing legend Michael, is set to partner Nikita […]

F1: Red Bull's Verstappen gets in shape for new season When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters.Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer.Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights.You can unsubscribe at any time. Max Verstappen has been mentioned as […]

F1: Lewis Hamilton extends Mercedes contract When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters.Sometimes they’ll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer.Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights.You can unsubscribe at any time. Lewis Hamilton’s new deal shows Mercedes have George Russell in […]