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Max Verstappen topped Day 2 of the Barcelona pre-season test with a 1:19.580 lap in wet conditions, ahead of Leclerc (Ferrari), Hadjar (Red Bull) and Hamilton; Hadjar crashed at the end of the session while Leclerc logged the most laps (64).
Ford released a teaser video of the Mustang Dark Horse SC ahead of its official debut, showing a more aggressive design with a unique front end, carbon-fiber wheels, a larger rear spoiler, and a lower ride height, and signaling a supercharged V8 beyond the base 500-hp Dark Horse; Formula 1 star Max Verstappen drives it in the clip, with full specifications to be revealed at tomorrow's unveiling.
Max Verstappen expressed gratitude towards Christian Horner for his support, highlighting their ongoing communication. Red Bull revealed the final design of their hypercar, the RB17, influenced by Adrian Newey before his move to Aston Martin. Williams praised Carlos Sainz for his analytical skills, while Mercedes explained their decision to revert a suspension upgrade. Oscar Piastri discussed his composed racing persona, emphasizing the balance between emotion and calmness.
Max Verstappen was voted driver of the year for the fifth consecutive time by his peers in 2025, finishing just behind Lando Norris in a competitive season, with Norris winning his first F1 title. The top drivers included George Russell, Oscar Piastri, Charles Leclerc, and newcomers Ollie Bearman and Isack Hadjar, highlighting a dynamic and competitive year in Formula 1.
The 2025 F1 Drivers' Championship was a dramatic and closely contested battle, featuring multiple race winners, on-track incidents, and strategic battles, ultimately culminating in Lando Norris winning his first title by just two points over Max Verstappen after a tense season.
Max Verstappen's team, Verstappen.com Racing, is switching from Aston Martin to Mercedes for GT racing starting in 2026, competing in the GT World Challenge Europe with a Mercedes-AMG GT3, marking a significant move in his expanding motorsport career.
Max Verstappen's sportscar team, Verstappen Racing, will switch to Mercedes-AMG GT3 cars starting in 2026, competing in GT World Challenge Europe with a multi-year partnership supported by 2 Seas Motorsport, and aiming for participation in events like the Nurburgring 24 Hours.
Max Verstappen won the Qatar GP, closing the gap in the F1 championship race to 12 points, as McLaren's strategic errors cost them crucial points, setting up a tense final race in Abu Dhabi with Norris and Piastri also in contention.
Max Verstappen expressed confidence in his chances for a fifth F1 World Championship after a dominant victory at the US Grand Prix, closing the points gap to leader Oscar Piastri to 40 points with several races remaining.
Max Verstappen won the 2025 U.S. Grand Prix in Austin, securing his third victory in four races and reducing the championship points gap, with Lando Norris and Charles Leclerc finishing second and third respectively.
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris will start at the front of the grid for the US Grand Prix, with Oscar Piastri in sixth; Lance Stroll has a five-place penalty and will start last.
Max Verstappen secured pole position at the COTA sprint qualifying, showcasing significant team progress and his exceptional driving, especially in the final sector, despite challenges in earlier corners, highlighting Red Bull's improved performance and Verstappen's skillful racing.
Red Bull appears competitive at Singapore, with Max Verstappen showing strong lap times and potential for race performance, while other teams like Aston Martin and Mercedes also display promising signs. The session was affected by red flags, making it difficult to draw definitive conclusions, but the overall pace suggests a competitive front for the upcoming race.
Max Verstappen won the 2025 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, with George Russell and Carlos Sainz finishing on the podium. The race featured crashes, penalties, and strategic moves, marking Verstappen's second Baku victory and Sainz's first podium for Williams.
Max Verstappen won the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, while McLaren's team orders controversy arose as Oscar Piastri was ordered to let Lando Norris pass for second place after a pit stop issue, impacting the race's dynamics and championship standings.