Formula One News — July 2026

JULY 2, 2026

McLaren can still catch Mercedes despite deficit says Stella

McLaren boss Andrea Stella insists the reigning champions are not worried despite admitting Mercedes currently has a clear edge in Formula 1's new era.

Verstappen would lose Red Bull privileges elsewhere

Ralf Schumacher believes Max Verstappen would have to accept significant compromises if he decides to leave Red Bull.

Domenicali ready to discuss keeping Silverstone forever

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali says he is already willing to discuss extending Silverstone's future on the calendar beyond its existing long-term contract.

JULY 1, 2026

Verstappen shrugs off freshest McLaren speculation

Max Verstappen has played down the latest round of speculation about his future, insisting nothing has changed despite fresh reports linking him with McLaren.

Newey admits health battle, hopes Alonso stays for 2027

Adrian Newey has admitted Aston Martin's troubled 2026 car is largely the result of decisions he pushed himself, while confirming the team's long-awaited major upgrade will finally debut in Hungary.

Horner linked with Aston Martin as comeback speculation returns

Christian Horner is once again being linked with Aston Martin as speculation continues over where the former Red Bull boss could make his Formula 1 return.

Red Bull still fighting FIA over controversial ADUO ruling

Red Bull has revealed it is still trying to overturn the FIA's controversial ADUO engine assessment, insisting the governing body is continuing to review the data.

McLaren delays Macarena rear wing debut

McLaren has explained why its much-anticipated 'Macarena' rear wing failed to appear at the Austrian GP after all.