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Wolff speaks on Bottas to Alpine rumours | thejudge13
Formula One teams switching their drivers mid-season has in modern times become something of a regularly occurrence. In 2023, Daniel Ricciardo replaced the over hyped Nyck de Vries in the Red Bull junior team, only to suffer an injury in Zandvoort which then saw him replaced by Liam Lawson for five race weekends. The following…
F1 drivers’ near death crash used in F1 Movie | thejudge13
For many, coming into contact with a Hollywood A-lister is a rare event. But for former Formula 1 driver Martin Donnelly, meeting Brad Pitt was something far more profound; a bizarre, emotional full-circle moment in which the plot of a film intersected uncomfortably closely with his own near-death experience. Donnelly, whose terrifying crash at the…
Will he, won’t he leave? The latest Verstappen state of play | thejudge13
Max Verstappen is once again the obsession of the Formula One paddock, although it not for his record breaking feats of 2023 and neither is it about his driving style. The Max to Mercedes chronicle rolled on further during the Austrian Grand Prix when both Toto Wolff and George Russell claimed he had been in…
Sleeping at the Wheel? F1 Race Control Slammed Again | thejudge13
F1 Race control must sharpen up their act - In just the last decade, the FIA have improved markedly their abilities to control a Formula One Grand Prix. Track limits which were once deemed “impossible to police” according to the late Charlie Whiting are now nailed from weekend to weekend. The Austrian GP famed for…
Horner axed in Red Bull’s power struggle? | thejudge13
Is Christian Horner on the edge? Red Bull’s power struggle is now fully in the open - There was a time when Christian Horner was synonymous with Red Bull Racing. The sharp-suited, media-savvy team principal was always ready with a quip for Sky Sports and a barb for Toto Wolff, and had long seemed untouchable…
The curse of Verstappen’s team mate bites RBR back | thejudge13
Since the arrival of Max Verstappen at Red Bull Racing in 2016, the management have struggled to find him an appropriate team mate. Daniel Ricciardo, the lead driver on Verstappen’s accession, made a good fist alongside the Dutchman - beating him in two of the three seasons they raced together. Yet this was a young…
Marko: ‘… it’s all over’ | thejudge13
In a race that could be described as a Shakespearean tragedy, Max Verstappen's Austrian Grand Prix ended in disaster before the fans had even unwrapped their schnitzel. According to Helmut Marko, Red Bull’s candid motorsport advisor, Verstappen’s hopes of defending his title are also over. The verdict? “The championship is over.” As Red Bull’s home…
Movie sequel for Brad Pitt’s F1 success | thejudge13
Pitt's Formula 1 bombshell leaves Hollywood and the paddock reeling - F1 Movie is a multimillion-dollar reality that has just exploded across cinema screens, and by the looks of things, Apple TV+'s accounting spreadsheets too. The long-awaited film F1, directed by Top Gun: Maverick maestro Joseph Kosinski, starring Brad Pitt as a seasoned racing veteran, was…
Ferrari bosses mother dies amidst mounting pressure | thejudge13
Having seen his driver qualify second at the Formula One Austrian Grand Prix, Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur was forced to return home on Saturday evening, citing “personal reasons.” Having weathered the storm of Italian media criticism this year, paddock whispers quickly returned to the suggestion that the Ferrari team principal was being recalled to…
Leclerc extreme ‘lift and coast’ instructions | thejudge13
Ferrari scored their best result of the season at the Austrian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton in fourth and Charles Leclerc on the final step of the podium. Yet post race the inevitable theme emerged about the future of team boss Fred Vasseur, who had mysteriously left the race weekend after qualifying on Saturday. An…
Antonelli & Verstappen ‘already team mates’ | thejudge13
Former F1 driver stirs the pot, is Verstappen already in bed with Mercedes? Juan Pablo Montoya has never been one for subtlety. So, when the Colombian former F1 driver starts suggesting that Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli are already teammates, eyebrows are bound to be raised. This particular rumour emerged after the Austrian Grand Prix,…
‘There are rumours…’ Hot gossip about Russell | thejudge13
Russell's Contract Drama: Is Everyone Bluffing or Just Bored Before the Break? As Formula 1 stumbles towards its summer break, the rumour mill is once again spinning with all the grace of a loose wheel nut. And at the centre of this storm? George Russell, whose signature is apparently more elusive than Fernando Alonso’s retirement…
Ecclestone gives Verstappen urgent advice | thejudge13
Ecclestone urges Verstappen to think twice amid Mercedes rumours - The rumour mill is in overdrive again, this time humming the name 'Max Verstappen' alongside 'Mercedes'. With Red Bull's dominance beginning to waver and their star driver becoming increasingly restless, there is a buzz of excitement in the paddock about a potential seismic shift in…
Pérez? Bottas? Schumacher? Cadillac boss gives driver update | thejudge13
Cadillac turns up the heat on 2026 F1 driver talks — While the 2026 Formula 1 grid is still a blank canvas in some respects, Cadillac’s entry is slowly taking shape and, according to Graeme Lowdon, it’s not just the car that’s attracting attention. After months of speculation in the paddock, the team boss has confirmed…
Schumacher out | thejudge13
In the summer of 1999, as the British Grand Prix arrived at Silverstone under grey skies and with high expectations, Michael Schumacher was aiming for redemption. Now in his fourth season with Ferrari, the German superstar was engaged in a fierce battle with the reigning champion, Mika Häkkinen, as the two drivers competed for Formula…
Verstappen ultimatum BOMBSHELL over Horner | thejudge13
The pressure is mounting at Red Bull Racing, and it isn’t just coming from McLaren’s recent success in Austria. Following Max Verstappen’s shocking retirement from the race at the Red Bull Ring, thanks to a clumsy manoeuvre by Mercedes rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli, attention has shifted from the racetrack to the team garage. According to…
Verstappen breaks silence on Antonelli crash | thejudge13
The fallout from the Austrian Grand Prix continued long after the chequered flag fell, but Max Verstappen, now 61 points behind in the title race, refuses to let anger cloud his judgement. After retiring for the first time this season since Melbourne, the Dutchman opened up about the lap-one incident at Turn 3, where he…
Verstappen exit | thejudge13
Max Verstappen puts a foot in the silver door, Mercedes beckons as Red Bull wobbles which means one world champion, one foot out the door according to insiders - Following the disaster in Austria, the signs couldn't be clearer: Max Verstappen is preparing to leave Red Bull Racing. The reigning world champion, who has won four…
Red Bull driver disqualified | thejudge13
Red Bull junior wins big, then loses bigger, the FIA disqualifies Tsolov for a few millimetres of wood - Nikola Tsolov was all smiles after dominating the Formula 3 feature race at the Red Bull Ring, until the FIA pulled out their tape measure and ruined everything. The Bulgarian Red Bull junior went from hero…
Vettel to Red Bull | thejudge13
Vettel to Red Bull: The implications for Verstappen - Red Bull have suffered internal wrangling within their F1 organisation following the death of drinks empire entrepreneur and team owner Didi Mateschitz. There appeared to be an internal plot to remove Christian Horner as confidential details were leaked last year over a complaint made against him…
Mercedes huge penalty | thejudge13
Verstappen vanishes, McLaren marches on: The Austrian Grand Prix turns into a nightmare for Red Bull - The Red Bull Ring delivered yet another classic race, but not for the reasons the locals might have hoped. In front of a sea of orange-clad Dutch fans, Max Verstappen, the man they had come to see, was…
Sacking? Ferrari boss bails on Austrian GP | thejudge13
Vasseur absent at crucial moment, rumours swirl over Ferrari boss’ future - Ferrari's performance in Austria has given fans a rare reason to smile, but the team's weekend has taken an unexpected off-track twist. Despite achieving their best starting positions of the 2025 Formula 1 season so far, Ferrari team principal Frédéric Vasseur has quietly left…
Norris’ “old self” unpacks the hammer in Austria | thejudge13
“It’s nice to see my old self again” Norris Blasts Back with Blistering Pole in Austria - A voice filled with relief and rediscovered swagger crackled over the team radio at the Red Bull Ring. “Thanks, guys. It’s nice to see my old self again,' said Lando Norris, barely out of breath after a qualifying lap…
Update: Wolff yet again talks Verstappen to Mercedes | thejudge13
Bizarre admission from Wolff over Russell new deal - As Formula One arrived in the Styrian hills this weekend in Austria, the talk of the paddock was the lack of a new contract for George Russell. The British driver has been with the Mercedes driver programme for around a decade and served his F1 apprenticeship…
Big engine problems at Mercedes? | thejudge13
Toto Wolff downplays Mercedes engine concerns amid mounting retirements - With murmurs of power unit unreliability growing louder in the paddock at the Austrian Grand Prix, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff took to the airwaves to firmly put the brakes on talk of an engine crisis. Despite a recent spate of mechanical issues affecting Mercedes…
Hamilton finally finds joy in red | thejudge13
Hamilton finally finds joy in red, a Glimpse of Progress at Ferrari - After months of frustration and unfulfilled potential, Lewis Hamilton finally has reason to smile in scarlet. At the Red Bull Ring, the seven-time world champion achieved his best qualifying result yet as a Ferrari driver, securing fourth place on the grid for…
Verstappen publically warns Red Bull time is running out | thejudge13
Max Verstappen loses his grip in Austria as Red Bull upgrades backfire whilst frustration mounts at the Red Bull Ring - Max Verstappen may have arrived in Styria with five wins already etched into the history books at the Red Bull Ring, but a sixth is quickly slipping out of reach. Following a chaotic and…
New F1 rumours of a huge driver shake-up | thejudge13
With Formula 1 now in the midst of its European season, the rumour mill surrounding the driver market has kicked into high gear. Once again, the spotlight is on one name in particular: Lance Stroll. The Aston Martin driver, who is also the son of the team's owner, Lawrence Stroll, is facing renewed speculation about…
Brundle for president | thejudge13
New challenger for FIA president? - Whether its the wringing of hands or a gnashing of teeth in the Formula One paddock in Austria, it appears a deal may have been done for current FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem to stand for re-election unopposed in this year’s presidential elections in November. The current regime, headed…
Hamilton set for penalty? | thejudge13
Hamilton penalty - Hamilton under scrutiny after near-miss with Antonelli in Austrian GP practice - Lewis Hamilton’s return to the Red Bull Ring got off to a rocky start on Friday, with the seven-time world champion struggling in the second free practice session. Not only did he post underwhelming lap times, but he also faces…
A Verstappen Mercedes bombshell | thejudge13
In the ever-changing world of Formula 1, few rumours carry as much weight as the possibility of Max Verstappen switching teams. While his long-standing relationship with Red Bull has weathered countless speculations, the idea of the four-time world champion eventually wearing Mercedes overalls refuses to die down. Now, George Russell himself has addressed the matter…
Pérez gives details on F1 return | thejudge13
Sergio Pérez eyes 2026 return after Red Bull exit: 'I won't come back at any cost' - Following a disappointing 2024 season, Sergio Pérez has lost his place on the Formula 1 grid for the 2025 season. Red Bull Racing has ended his tenure with the team, marking a bitter and abrupt end to what…
Vettel’s return to Red Bull? Marko reacts | thejudge13
Vettel-Red Bull rumours swatted away, but Marko doesn’t shut the door - Sebastian Vettel may have sent the rumour mill into overdrive with his recent comments, but Red Bull's Helmut Marko has made it clear that talk of Vettel returning to the team in a leadership role is wide of the mark for now. The…
Shock move as Mr Ferrari himself joins McLaren | thejudge13
From prancing horse to papaya orange, an unholy conversion - In a plot twist that not even the most creative minds in Formula 1 fiction could have concocted, Luca Cordero di Montezemolo, the aristocratic godfather of Ferrari’s golden years, has officially joined McLaren. No, not as a guest of honour. Not as a visiting dignitary.…
Hamilton with a harsh Ferrari criticism | thejudge13
Hamilton issues bleak Ferrari forecast as new underbody falls short - Ferrari’s latest upgrade, a revised underbody designed to generate more downforce, was intended to mark a turning point in their faltering 2025 Formula 1 campaign. However, Friday practice at the Austrian Grand Prix suggested otherwise. While Charles Leclerc performed moderately well, finishing fifth, his…
‘We’re going to sign Max,’ says Mercedes boss | thejudge13
‘We’re going to sign Max’ Mercedes drops hint on Verstappen as Russell waits in limbo - Mercedes may have just thrown petrol on the rumour mill's fire by hinting that Max Verstappen is at the centre of their plans for the 2026 season. George Russell’s current contract expires at the end of this season, and…
Verstappen’s right-hand man replaced | thejudge13
Red Bull veteran steps in at Austrian Grand Prix - Max Verstappen will have a different voice on his radio during the Austrian Grand Prix this weekend, as Red Bull has confirmed that his long-time race engineer, Gianpiero Lambiase, will not be on duty in Spielberg. Taking his place will be a familiar face from within…
Piastri talks about crash | thejudge13
Piastri and Norris play down Montreal clash as McLaren stays focused on the long game - What might have sparked a crisis at other teams has instead become a moment of clarity and unity at McLaren. Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris have broken their silence on the high-profile incident at the Canadian Grand Prix. Despite…
Russell dumped for Verstappen | thejudge13
Paddock insider over Russell contract delays - Mercedes and the Racing Bulls are the only Formula One teams who have both drivers out of contract at the end of this season. The Red Bull conundrum continues as to who can race as Max’s team mate and not consign their careers to the dustbin of motorsport.…
Michael Schumacher ‘miracle’ update | thejudge13
Michael Schumacher’s doctor offers a stark reality check on the F1 legend’s pioneering stem cell therapy despite another miracle treatment potentially around the corner - More than a decade after his life was turned upside down by a skiing accident in the French Alps, the Formula 1 icon remains out of the public eye, his condition…