Red Bull Racing has named Liam Lawson as Max Verstappen’s teammate for the 2025 Formula 1 season. The 22-year-old New Zealander’s promotion from Red Bull’s junior team follows his impressive performances in recent races. This decision is seen as Red Bull’s renewed commitment to fostering young talent and represents a significant turning point in Lawson’s career and a key moment in the upcoming F1 season.
Max Verstappen clinched his fourth consecutive Formula 1 World Championship title, celebrating his win at the FIA prize-giving gala in Rwanda. His impressive season included nine Grand Prix victories and 437 points. The event also saw Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc receive awards for their performances.
Max Verstappen and George Russell’s explosive feud, sparked by accusations of bullying and culminating in a war of words, appears to have reached a temporary ceasefire ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Despite a tense pre-race atmosphere, the drivers have seemingly patched things up, at least temporarily, raising questions about the future of their rivalry.
Max Verstappen, the reigning four-time Formula 1 world champion, asserts he could have won the title even driving for McLaren, and significantly earlier in the season. His statement follows a season where Red Bull’s dominance waned, prompting a playful exchange with McLaren CEO Zak Brown.
George Russell topped the final practice session for the Las Vegas Grand Prix, with Mercedes showcasing impressive speed. Max Verstappen, aiming for his fourth consecutive title, improved his pace to finish fifth, setting up an exciting qualifying session and race.
Formula 1 roars into Las Vegas for the penultimate race weekend, where Max Verstappen can clinch his fourth consecutive world championship title. This thrilling event is further spiced by FIA controversies, driver market uncertainty, and a spectacular off-track entertainment program.
Former Aston Martin strategist Bernie Collins believes a lack of trust and communication between Lando Norris and his McLaren pit wall has played a crucial role in his championship bid against Max Verstappen. While Norris has been consistently strong since mid-season, Verstappen’s early dominance in the first five races proved insurmountable.
Max Verstappen dominated the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, overcoming a challenging start from 17th place to secure victory. The win brought Verstappen closer to his fourth world championship title, with his girlfriend Kelly Piquet celebrating emotionally in the stands. This victory significantly bolsters Verstappen’s championship lead.
The Sao Paulo Grand Prix qualifying session has been postponed until Sunday morning due to torrential rain and thunderstorms that made track conditions unsafe. This delay adds another layer of intrigue to the already intense championship battle between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris, who won the Sprint race earlier on Saturday.
Lando Norris secured victory in the Sprint race at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, taking advantage of a strategic move by his McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri. This win brought Norris closer to Max Verstappen in the championship standings, with the Red Bull driver facing a penalty for an engine change in Sunday’s main race. Verstappen, meanwhile, faces a stewards’ investigation for a potential Virtual Safety Car infringement.
