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Russell tops times on final day of F1 testing in Bahrain

Mercedes driver George Russell set the fastest lap time on the final day of preseason testing in Bahrain after beating Max Verstappen's best effort in the final ten minutes of the session.

Laurence Edmondson

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Hamilton on critics: 'I've always welcomed the negativity'

As Lewis Hamilton embarks on his debut season with Ferrari, he says he's still fueled by the criticism he's received from "older white men" over his career.

- Nate Saunders

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Herta hedges on interest in Cadillac F1 seat

Colton Herta raised eyebrows Friday when the IndyCar driver said he would have to think about a move to Formula 1 with the new Cadillac team should he earn eligibility for the global series.

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Hill: Red Bull cry over any Verstappen criticism

Former world champion and departed Sky Sports pundit Damon Hill has said Red Bull are incapable of taking criticism and "cry about it" when pundits speak out against them.

Nate Saunders

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Leclerc quickest on final F1 testing morning in Bahrain

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc set the fastest lap time on the final morning of Formula 1's preseason test, with the top three drivers were split by 0.132 seconds around the Bahrain International Circuit.

- Laurence Edmondson

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Hamilton after Ferrari move: 'I'll never be an old man'

Ferrari's newest recruit Lewis Hamilton has looked to allay any fears about his age ahead of the 2025 Formula 1 season, insisting he will "never be an old man."

ESPN

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Sainz tops times over Ferrari on day two of F1 testing in Bahrain

Williams driver Carlos Sainz set the pace on the second day of preseason testing, beating the two Ferrari drivers to the fastest lap time by less than 0.1 seconds.

- Laurence Edmondson

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Can Hamilton win a record-setting eighth championship now with Ferrari?

TSN's Racing analyst Tim Hauraney discusses how comfortable Lewis Hamilton looked as a member of Ferrari, if he can contend for a record-setting eighth championship, and what stood out about McLaren's car today/

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Norris tops times on Day 1 of F1 testing in Bahrain

McLaren's Lando Norris set the fastest time on the opening day of Formula 1's preseason test in Bahrain, which was extended by an hour due to a power cut at the circuit in the afternoon session.

Laurence Edmondson

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Red Bull's Horner on boos at F1 75 launch event

Red Bull boss Christian Horner compared being booed at F1's 2025 launch event to "launching your away strip in a home fans' stadium."

- Nate Saunders

NASCAR

Hocevar brushes off 'moron,' other comments after 2nd-place finish in Atlanta

It appears Carson Hocevar may be leaning into the villain role this season in the NASCAR Cup Series.

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Bell uses overtime to win NASCAR Cup Series race

Christopher Bell edged Carson Hocevar and Kyle Larson in overtime Sunday in another close NASCAR Cup Series finish at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

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Hamilton's first weeks at Ferrari: 'Where I'm supposed to be'

Since joining Ferrari in January, Hamilton has taken part in four separate on-track tests.

Laurence Edmondson

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Sainz becomes F1 Grand Prix Drivers' Association director

Spanish driver Carlos Sainz has become a director at Formula One’s Grand Prix Drivers’ Association, which acts as a union for the grid’s stars.

NASCAR

Briscoe aims to move past massive penalties in Atlanta

A massive fine left Chase Briscoe facing a huge points deficit heading into Sunday's NASCAR Cup Series race at Atlanta Motor Speedway.

Formula 1

Antonelli to follow Hamilton's advice before debut F1 season

Rookie driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli has said he plans to follow the advice of Lewis Hamilton, who he is replacing at Mercedes this season, by shutting out the hype.

Reuters

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Hamilton: Ferrari has 'every ingredient' to win F1 title

Lewis Hamilton said he believes Ferrari has "every ingredient" to win a world championship and confirmed he has no plans to quit Formula 1 if he secures a record eighth title this year.

Laurence Edmondson

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Hamilton completes first laps in Ferrari's new 2025 F1 car

Lewis Hamilton completed his first laps in Ferrari's new 2025 car on Wednesday as the seven-time Formula 1 world champion continued his preparation for a huge season in red.

- ESPN

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Leclerc, Hamilton debut on track with Ferrari

Ferrari took to the track for the first time on Wednesday with the new 2025 car it hopes will end a lengthy Formula 1 trophy drought.

- ESPN

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Canada's Stroll optimistic about upcoming F1 season for Aston Martin

Lance Stroll is feeling optimistic about Aston Martin's future in Formula One thanks to the arrival of renowned British engineer Adrian Newey.

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Verstappen denies report of $1 billion Aston Martin offer

Reigning champion Max Verstappen has said he has not held talks with Aston Martin about a blockbuster move from Red Bull, saying the first he heard of the story was through the media.

Laurence Edmondson

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F1 set to introduce extra pit stops at Monaco Grand Prix

Formula 1 is set to implement "Monaco-specific regulations" in a bid to aid overtaking at the sport's most famous race, the governing FIA announced on Tuesday.

ESPN

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Haas' Bearman explains long-ago failed driving test

Oliver Bearman, 19, is embarking on his first full season in F1, and he will be among several young stars in the paddock, including 18-year-old Mercedes driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli.

ESPN

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Russell hasn't spoken to Verstappen since 2024 bust-up

George Russell has not spoken to Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen since their end-of-season bust-up in Abu Dhabi last December and the Mercedes driver said on Tuesday he was not about to change his approach either.

- Reuters

NASCAR

Byron races to second consecutive Daytona 500 victory after rain delay

William Byron raced to a second straight Daytona 500 victory, taking the rain-delayed NASCAR Cup opener in overtime Sunday night.

NASCAR

Keselowski paces final Daytona 500 practice run

Ford led the final Daytona 500 practice with Brad Keselowski pacing the field as he attempts to snap a 15-year winless drought Sunday in "The Great American Race."

NASCAR

Love wins wild NASCAR Xfinity opener at Daytona in overtime

In a typically wild finish at Daytona International Speedway, Jesse Love won the United Rentals 300 NASCAR Xfinity Series season-opener in overtime, taking the white flag moments before a massive multi-car accident behind him brought out a caution, officially ending the race.

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NASCAR moves up Daytona 500 to 1:30pm ET start on TSN due to weather

With the threat of rain looming, NASCAR moved up the start time one hour for Sunday's Daytona 500 to 1:30 p.m. ET.

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Daytona 500 to have 41 cars as Castroneves uses 'world-class driver' ticket after crash

Four-time Indianapolis 500 winner Helio Castroneves will race in the Daytona 500 as a special 41st driver under a new rule that allows for a "world-class driver" to receive a provisional spot.

NASCAR

NASCAR drivers divided over new world-class driver rule ahead of Daytona 500

A controversial new NASCAR rule designed for "world-class drivers" could give Helio Castroneves an automatic berth into the Daytona 500, and, should the four-time Indianapolis 500 winner use the provisional, it would make for the largest field in a decade.

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Albon latest to blast swearing fines: 'We should not be monetised'

Williams driver Alex Albon spoke out on Friday against Formula 1 rule changes for this year that could see drivers fined heavily, handed points deductions and even race bans for swearing.

- Reuters

Formula 1

Will Verstappen move on? Unexpected F1 predictions for 2025

F1's 2025 campaign promises to be thrilling for a number of reasons. Considering Lewis Hamilton's blockbuster move to Ferrari and a competitive field that is expected to be as tight as it was last year, it might be the hardest season to call in years.

- Nate Saunders

Formula 1

Verstappen calls for stability before fifth F1 title attempt

Max Verstappen has said he is hoping for more stability in 2025 as he looks to claim his fifth consecutive Formula 1 title with Red Bull.

- ESPN

NASCAR

Rudd, Edwards inducted into NASCAR Hall of Fame

One of the toughest drivers in NASCAR history joined one the most enigmatic drivers of the modern era as the newest inductees into the Hall of Fame in a star-studded Friday night ceremony.

Formula 1

Zhou named Ferrari's reserve driver for 2025

Former Sauber driver Zhou Guanyu has been confirmed as one of Ferrari's reserve drivers for the 2025 season alongside Antonio Giovinazzi. The pair will be first in line if Ferrari's race drivers, Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, are unable to participate in a race this year.

Laurence Edmondson

NASCAR

Elliott wins Clash at Bowman Gray, eyes Daytona 500

NASCAR returned to its roots with a fight-free preseason exhibition at Bowman Gray Stadium and a popular victory with Chase Elliott winning The Clash on Sunday night.

NASCAR

NASCAR champ Logano insists playoff format is 'very entertaining' ahead of opener

Watch the season-opening Cook Out Clash at Bowman Gray Stadium in Winston-Salem, N.C. Sunday evening at 6:00 p.m. ET/3:00 p.m. PT on TSN1, TSN5, TSN.ca and the TSN App. You can also see bonus feeds by subscribing to TSN+.

Formula 1

FIA to introduce 'flexi-wing' clampdown during 2025 F1 season

Formula 1's governing body is introducing new load tests to ensure bendy front and rear wings are no longer a talking point this season. The FIA said on Friday that the scope of rear wing tests on cars would be increased from the start of the campaign in Australia on March 16.

- Reuters

Formula 1

Source: Hamilton crashes Ferrari during Barcelona test

Lewis Hamilton crashed during the second day of Ferrari's private test at the Circuit de Cataunya on Wednesday, a source has told ESPN.

Nate Saunders

Formula 1

How F1's biggest stars have been spending their off-seasons

Today, Jan. 29, is day 52 of 98 between the final race of the 2024 Formula 1 season and the first race of the 2025 season.

Laurence Edmondson

Formula 1

Hamilton waves to fans as he drives a Ferrari F1 car for the first time

Lewis Hamilton drove a Ferrari Formula 1 car for the first time Wednesday and described it as "one of the best feelings of my life.”

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Hamilton has first Ferrari track outing as crowds gather

Lewis Hamilton got behind the wheel of a Ferrari for the first time on Wednesday at Fiorano during his first week with the team. Crowds of fans gathered in Maranello at the team's base to witness Hamilton's first track outing as a Ferrari driver.

- Laurence Edmondson

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