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Formula 1: Piastri 'pumped' to have earned maiden pole after early struggles in China GP qualifying
Shanghai, March 23: Oscar Piastri was “pumped” to claim his first Formula 1 pole position in Qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix after admitting to some struggles earlier in the session. After Piastri displayed good pace in Saturday's Sprint earlier in the day, the Australian continued to look in strong form during Qualifying, grabbing a provisional pole in Q3 before sealing it for real by the chequered flag.
'It's just not good enough': Lawson reflects on tough start to Red Bull career
Shanghai, March 22: Liam Lawson will start the Chinese Grand Prix from last after another disappointing performance in qualifying. The Kiwi has endured a difficult start to his Red Bull career, qualifying 18th in Australia and last for both the Sprint and Grand Prix in Shanghai this weekend.
'Let them yap': Hamilton hits back at critics after Ferrari sprint win
Shanghai, March 22: Lewis Hamilton delivered a statement win in the Sprint Race at the Chinese Grand Prix, securing his first victory for Ferrari and silencing the doubts surrounding his switch to the Italian team.
Hamilton wins Chinese GP Sprint to seal first triumph in Ferrari
Shanghai, March 22: Lewis Hamilton has claimed victory in the first Sprint of the 2025 season at the Chinese Grand Prix, the Ferrari driver putting in an assured drive to add to his tally of wins in Shanghai and claim his debut P1 for the Scuderia.
Physios knew about it; I'm still doing rehab: Khawaja on being accused of faking injury to attend F1 race
Brisbane, March 21: Australia's veteran Test opener Usman Khawaja lashed out over comments made by his state team Queensland's head of cricket on missing a crucial Sheffield Shield game, saying that the rumour about not wanting to play had left him disheartened.
'I felt for him like a father': Anthony Hamilton on Isack Hadjar's F1 debut setback
Melbourne, March 17: Lewis Hamilton's father Anthony Hamilton has revealed why he rushed to greet Isack Hadjar in the paddock following the Racing Bulls rookie’s formation lap exit at the Australian Grand Prix.
One of craziest things I've ever been part of...: Simone Ashley on working in Brad Pitt-starrer 'F1'
Washington DC, March 17: The 'Bidgerton' star Simone Ashley, who is set to star in Brad Pitt's high-octane racing drama 'F1' described her experience of working in the movie as "amazing" and "adrenaline" filled as they shot the scenes alongside real Grand Prix races during the shoot, reported Deadline.
Australian GP: Antonelli promoted back to P4 after stewards overturn penalty
Melbourne, March 16: The five-second time penalty handed to Kimi Antonelli during the Australian Grand Prix has been removed after Mercedes submitted a successful ‘Right of Review’ request over the incident that sparked the penalty.
F1: McLaren's Norris beats Verstappen to win Australian GP
Melbourne, March 16: McLaren's Lando Norris held off defending champion Max Verstappen to win during the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, which featured mixed weather conditions, multiple crashes, safety cars, and a late-race downpour that caused huge drama.
Formula 1: Antonelli frustrated by car damage after Q1 exit in Australian GP
Melbourne, March 15: It was a frustrating outing for Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli in his first Australian Grand Prix qualifying session, as unexpected car damage saw him eliminated in Q1. Despite early promise, the Italian teenager struggled to extract the full potential of his W16, with the team later confirming bib damage had cost him crucial performance in his final runs.
F1: McLaren shows strong pace, but Norris seeks more consistency in Australian GP
Melbourne, March 14: McLaren's Lando Norris had a mixed opening day at the Australian Grand Prix, posting strong times in practice but voicing concerns over inconsistencies in his low-fuel runs.
Brad Pitt is happy, in great place with girlfriend Ines de Ramon after divorce: Reports
Washington, March 13: Brad Pitt is looking ahead after his divorce from Angelina Jolie was finalised. They both reached a divorce settlement in December 2024 after an eight-year legal battle.
Formula 1: Russell confident in Mercedes' progress but finds McLaren favourites
Melbourne, March 13: George Russell believes that Mercedes have taken a step forward with their new Formula 1 challenger for the 2025 season but admits that McLaren is “without doubt the favourites” heading into the Australian Grand Prix. Mercedes endured a mixed 2024 campaign, showing flashes of brilliance with four race wins, including a 1-2 finish in Las Vegas, but also struggling with inconsistency, ultimately finishing fourth in the Constructors' Championship behind McLaren, Ferrari, and Red Bull.
Brad Pitt is 'happy' and in a 'great place' with girlfriend Ines de Ramon
Los Angeles, March 13: Hollywood star Brad Pitt is in a great place, and is looking forward to his life after his divorce from Angelina Jolie was finalised.
Verstappen wary, Norris cautious as 2025 season set to kick off on Sunday
Melbourne, March 13: As the 2025 Formula 1 season gets underway at the Australian Grand Prix, reigning world champion Max Verstappen has acknowledged that Red Bull might not be the fastest team at the moment while Lando Norris has played down suggestions that McLaren are the team to beat.
Most exciting period of my life: Hamilton ahead of Australian GP
Melbourne, March 13: Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton is stepping into a new era of his legendary career as he prepares for his debut race with Scuderia Ferrari at the 2025 Australian Grand Prix on Sunday.
Formula 1: Jonathan Wheatley to take charge as Kick Sauber team principal from April 1
New Delhi, March 12: Kick Sauber have confirmed that Jonathan Wheatley will officially step into his role as Team Principal on April 1, 2025.
Formula 1: Liam Lawson ready to embrace 'big opportunity' with Red Bull
New Delhi, March 11: Liam Lawson is embracing what he calls a "big opportunity" as he prepares to race alongside Max Verstappen at Red Bull, describing his full-time promotion to the team as "very, very exciting." The young New Zealander is eager to prove himself on the biggest stage in Formula 1 after spending the past two seasons as a test and reserve driver.
Formula 1: India's Kush Maini named as test and reserve driver for Alpine team
New Delhi, March 11: Kush Maini became the first Indian driver in Formula 1 since 2012, joining the BWT Alpine Formula 1 Team as their latest test and reserve driver for the 2025 season.
Cadillac receives final approval to join Formula 1 grid from 2026
New Delhi, March 7: Formula 1 and Federation Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA) have confirmed that the Cadillac Formula 1 Team have received final approval to join the sport, with the team – who are backed by TWG Motorsports and General Motors (GM) – are set to be part of the F1 grid in 2026.
'We've gone through a lot together': Hamilton on reunion with trainer Cullen
New Delhi, March 3: Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has opened up about reuniting with his former trainer Angela Cullen ahead of his highly anticipated debut season with Ferrari.
F1: Adrian Newey begins tenure as managing technical partner at Aston Martin
Silverstone, March 3: Adrian Newey's era as the Managing Technical Partner of the Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has officially begun. The acclaimed British designer has started at the team's Silverstone headquarters as was announced back in September, 2024.
Formula 1: Russell reflects on life at Mercedes without Hamilton
Sakhir (Bahrain), Feb 27: As Team Mercedes gears up for the 2025 Formula 1 season, George Russell reflected on life at the Silver Arrows without his former teammate Lewis Hamilton, whose blockbuster move to Ferrari has ushered in a new era for the team.
F1 Australian GP allows post-race track walk
Sydney, Feb 26: Organisers of the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix have lifted a ban on spectators entering the track at the conclusion of the race.
Formula 1: Norris ready 'to take elbows out' in season 2025
New Delhi, Feb 13: Lando Norris enters the 2025 Formula 1 season with a renewed sense of confidence, determination, and a clear objective—turning last year's near-miss into a championship triumph.
Formula 1: Carlos Sainz impressed by Williams' spirit as he gears up for 2025 season
New Delhi, Feb 13: Carlos Sainz's transition from Ferrari to Williams has begun on a high note, with the Spaniard heaping praise on his new team's determination and energy during his first days in the Williams garage.
'F1' trailer gives sneak peek into Brad Pitt starrer sports action drama
Washington, February 10: Actors Brad Pitt starrer 'F1' is scheduled to be theatrically released by Warner Bros Pictures on June 27, 2025.
Formula 1: Mercedes' Russell aims to improve race pace for 2025 season
New Delhi, Feb 4: As the 2025 Formula 1 season approaches, Mercedes driver George Russell has laid out his key goals for the year, with a focus on improving his race pace after an impressive 2024 season in terms of qualifying performance.
Andhra Pradesh Governor, Telangana CM congratulate ISRO on 100th launch of GSLV-F15 rocket
Hyderabad, Jan 29: Andhra Pradesh Governor S. Abdul Nazeer and Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy on Wednesday congratulated the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on the successful 100th launch of the GSLV-F15 rocket, which carried the NVS-02 satellite.
In second or third quarter of this year, will be going for uncrewed mission: LPSC Director after ISRO's GSLV-F15 success
Sriharikota, January 29: After the successful launch of ISRO's 100th mission of GSLV-F15 with NVS-02 Satellite, M Mohan, the Director of LPSC (Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre) said that in the second quarter or third quarter of this year, they will be going for the uncrewed mission and it will be followed by the Gaganyaan further follow-up missions.