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Verstappen Says He's Thinking About Walking Away From F1
The four-time champion says he's not enjoying the sport. The 2026 regs, family life, and a fundamental question about what F1 has become.
Palou Dominates Barber for His 21st Career Win
First driver to win multiple races in 2026. Lundgaard second, Rahal third. The championship race with Kirkwood tightens.
Chase Elliott Wins Martinsville on Strategy
Hendrick Motorsports pit strategy rallies Chase Elliott to the Cook Out 400 victory. A much-needed win for the No. 9 team.
A 19-Year-Old Leads F1. A 2-Point Gap Leads IndyCar.
Antonelli is the youngest F1 championship leader ever. Kirkwood and Palou are separated by 2 points. Reddick owns NASCAR.
Antonelli Is 19 and Leading F1. This Is Not a Drill.
The youngest championship leader in F1 history. Two wins in three races. Mercedes found Hamilton's replacement - and he might be better.
What Happened to Max Verstappen and Red Bull?
Ninth in the standings. Can't make Q3. 32 seconds behind the winner. The four-time champion looks lost in the new regulations.
Bearman's 308 km/h Crash Raises Serious Questions
He walked away with a bruised knee. But the closing speed problem F1 created with the new regulations won't be as easy to fix.
The Indy 500 Field Is Almost Set. Here's Who's In.
31 of 33 spots filled. Helio's Drive for Five. PREMA's ownership drama. Herta's F2 schedule conflict. Two spots left.
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