British GP: Lewis Hamilton returns to Silverstone in red, chasing more history on home soil

British GP: Lewis Hamilton returns to Silverstone in red, chasing more history on home soil

After a decade of dominance at the British Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton gears up for an emotional and historic weekend - his first at Silverstone as a Ferrari driver.

In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo reflects on the seven-time world champion’s history at Silverstone and how that places him in a good position to perform well this weekend.

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McLaren CEO Zak Brown says Max Verstappen is ‘carrying Red Bull’ as Mercedes whispers grow louder

McLaren CEO Zak Brown says Max Verstappen is ‘carrying Red Bull’ as Mercedes whispers grow louder

McLaren CEO Zak Brown didn’t hold back ahead of the British Grand Prix, declaring Max Verstappen is effectively “carrying” Red Bull - and hinting at deeper rumblings behind the scenes.

Reports, backed by Brown’s sharp tone, claim the Dutch world champion is open to joining Mercedes in 2026.

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2025 Austrian GP talking points: Lando Norris bounces back from Oscar Piastri clash, Max Verstappen suffers DNF at Red Bull Ring, Ferrari floor upgrades pay off, and more
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2025 Austrian GP talking points: Lando Norris bounces back from Oscar Piastri clash, Max Verstappen suffers DNF at Red Bull Ring, Ferrari floor upgrades pay off, and more

Following a dramatic race in Canada, F1 returned to Europe on Sunday, June 29, for the 2025 Austrian Grand Prix, held at the iconic Red Bull Ring in Spielberg. 

With Lando Norris responding in dominant fashion to his collision with team-mate Oscar Piastri, Max Verstappen seeing his title hopes dashed on the first lap, and Ferrari seemingly getting back on track, there is plenty to discuss this week. 

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles takes a look at five big talking points to come out of the 2025 Austrian GP. 

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Lewis Hamilton under fire but not forgotten: Toto Wolff urges patience amid Ferrari struggles

Lewis Hamilton under fire but not forgotten: Toto Wolff urges patience amid Ferrari struggles

Lewis Hamilton’s former team principal, Toto Wolff, has jumped to the veteran’s defence, urging patience amid Ferrari struggles.

In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo reflects on the Mercedes boss’ words on Hamilton’s transition to the Scuderia.

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2025 Austrian GP preview: Lando Norris’ response to Oscar Piastri clash, Mercedes hope to build on first win of the season, Max Verstappen looks to avoid race ban, and more burning questions
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2025 Austrian GP preview: Lando Norris’ response to Oscar Piastri clash, Mercedes hope to build on first win of the season, Max Verstappen looks to avoid race ban, and more burning questions

After another short break, F1 returns to Europe this weekend for the Austrian Grand Prix on Sunday, June 29. 

Every F1 fan will be waiting to see how McLaren’s Lando Norris responds to his Canada collision with team-mate Oscar Piastri, whether Mercedes can build on their first win of the season, and if Max Verstappen can again avoid a race ban. 

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles considers five burning questions in the build-up to the 2025 Austrian Grand Prix. 

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McLaren’s rising tensions: Can Lando Norris keep his championship hopes alive?
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McLaren’s rising tensions: Can Lando Norris keep his championship hopes alive?

McLaren have been an unstoppable force this season, racking up 374 points so far.

With 2025 being Lando Norris’ sixth season with the team, he is under pressure to continue to perform, especially considering the challenge his team-mate has presented.

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Madison Stoneman discusses his season so far and what we are to expect later on.

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F1 news: Sergio Perez speaks on Franco Colapinto at FIFA Club World Cup game

F1 news: Sergio Perez speaks on Franco Colapinto at FIFA Club World Cup game

While soaking up the electric atmosphere of the Club World Cup’s group stage across U.S. venues, seatless F1 veteran Sergio “Checo” Perez hasn’t forgotten the grid.

Perez was spotted at the Real Madrid vs Al-Hilal game, where he spoke on Alpine’s Franco Colapinto.

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2025 Canadian GP talking points: Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris clash, George Russell delivers Mercedes’ first win of the season, Kimi Antonelli makes history, and more 
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2025 Canadian GP talking points: Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris clash, George Russell delivers Mercedes’ first win of the season, Kimi Antonelli makes history, and more 

After a dramatic European triple-header, F1 returned on Sunday, June 15 for the Canadian Grand Prix, held at the iconic Gilles-Villeneuve Circuit in Montreal. 

With the McLaren drivers finally clashing, Mercedes’ remarkable recovery from a poor European season, and all sorts of strategies up and down the grid, the race gave F1 fans plenty to discuss once again.  

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles takes a look at five key talking points to come out of the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix. 

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Ferrari’s nail-biting double: Le Mans hat-trick glory vs F1 Canadian GP chaos

Ferrari’s nail-biting double: Le Mans hat-trick glory vs F1 Canadian GP chaos

Ferrari's past 72 hours have been a tale of two worlds: absolutely brilliant at Le Mans and quietly troubled in Montreal.

Between 14-15 June, Ferrari's AF Corse-prepared 499P stormed to a third consecutive overall victory at the gruelling 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Yet, on June 15, at the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix, the Scuderia's single-seater squad underwhelmed in the race. Two extremes in one dramatic weekend.

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F1 Canadian GP predictions: Contenders for the race win, a podium finish and more
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F1 Canadian GP predictions: Contenders for the race win, a podium finish and more

The Canadian Grand Prix starts this weekend and tensions are high. 

With Max Verstappen winning the race for the last three years, will the streak continue or will someone else take the trophy?

Here, Sports News Blitz writer Madison Stoneman shares her predictions on who will be on the podium and who will be able to snatch up some points this weekend.

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2025 Canadian GP preview: Max Verstappen’s penalty worries, Lance Stroll’s injury battle, Mercedes look to recover and more burning questions
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2025 Canadian GP preview: Max Verstappen’s penalty worries, Lance Stroll’s injury battle, Mercedes look to recover and more burning questions

Following a well-earned rest off the back of a chaotic European triple-header, F1 returns for the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday, June 15. 

With all eyes on Max Verstappen, a race against time for Lance Stroll, and Mercedes hoping to bounce back from a torrid European leg, there is a lot to look out for at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in Montreal. 

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles considers five burning questions In the build-up to the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix. 

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Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari struggles: A season of setbacks, frustration, and flickers of hope

Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari struggles: A season of setbacks, frustration, and flickers of hope

The 2025 Formula 1 season is nearing the halfway mark, and still, the fairytale that was supposed to be Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari’s story shows little signs of a happy ending.

In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo reflects on the seven-time world champions season so far as he navigates being a part of the Scuderia.

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2025 Spanish GP talking points: McLaren and Oscar Piastri dominant, Lewis Hamilton’s worst race yet, ‘Mad Max’ Verstappen suffers huge title blow, and more
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2025 Spanish GP talking points: McLaren and Oscar Piastri dominant, Lewis Hamilton’s worst race yet, ‘Mad Max’ Verstappen suffers huge title blow, and more

For the last time on Sunday, June 1, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya hosted the Spanish Grand Prix to round off the second triple-header of the 2025 F1 season. 

And with new technical directives, surprise points-scorers, and a season-defining incident between Max Verstappen and George Russell, yet another chaotic race has left F1 fans with so much to discuss. 

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles analyses five key talking points to come out of the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix. 

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Chaos in Catalunya: Max Verstappen's meltdown sparks outrage at Spanish GP

Chaos in Catalunya: Max Verstappen's meltdown sparks outrage at Spanish GP

In a race that started with quiet and ended in chaos, Max Verstappen's antics at the 2025 Spanish Grand Prix have once again thrust him into the spotlight - not for his driving prowess, but for behaviour that many in the paddock are calling reckless and unsportsmanlike.

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F1 news: Ferrari eyes Spanish GP revival amid technical shifts and Lewis Hamilton’s winning history

F1 news: Ferrari eyes Spanish GP revival amid technical shifts and Lewis Hamilton’s winning history

Ferrari head into the Spanish Grand Prix weekend with cautious optimism, as Team Principal Fred Vasseur downplays talk of a rift between Lewis Hamilton and his race engineer Riccardo Adami.

The team, buoyed by Charles Leclerc’s strong performance in Monaco, is also preparing for a potentially season-defining technical change that could shake up the competitive order.

In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo breaks down the state of play at Ferrari ahead of Barcelona - from internal dynamics and recent performance gains to the looming impact of new front wing regulations and Hamilton’s formidable history at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

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The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous race on the Formula 1 calendar, but is it worth the hype?
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The Monaco Grand Prix is the most glamorous race on the Formula 1 calendar, but is it worth the hype?

Every year, Formula 1 returns to the streets of Monte Carlo for a race steeped in history, glitz, and prestige.

But beneath the glamour lies a question fans can't help but ask: is Monaco still a good race?

Sports News Blitz writer Madison Stoneman explores the enduring appeal of Monaco and whether it's racing truly lives up to the legend.

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2025 Monaco GP winners and losers: Pit stop rules backfire, Lando Norris back on top, Mercedes’ disastrous weekend, and more

2025 Monaco GP winners and losers: Pit stop rules backfire, Lando Norris back on top, Mercedes’ disastrous weekend, and more

On Sunday, May 25, F1 returned to the Monaco Grand Prix, the ‘Jewel in the Crown’ event famed for glitz, glamour and roaring engines on the streets of Monte Carlo. 

With the introduction of two mandatory pit stops, there was hope that the 2025 race would provide a better racing spectacle than years prior, but with team games up and down the grid, many drivers and fans alike were ultimately left disappointed. 

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles takes a look at the five biggest winners and losers to come out of the 2025 Monaco Grand Prix. 

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F1 news: Lewis Hamilton eyes Monaco breakthrough as Ferrari pin hopes on new strategy shift

F1 news: Lewis Hamilton eyes Monaco breakthrough as Ferrari pin hopes on new strategy shift

F1’s second stop in the second triple-header of the season is the Monaco Grand Prix.

All eyes are on Ferrari, and Lewis Hamilton specifically as they look to overcome recent struggles, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo reports.

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2025 Emilia-Romagna GP talking points: Max Verstappen at his best, Lewis Hamilton shines for Ferrari, Franco Colapinto struggles on return, and more
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2025 Emilia-Romagna GP talking points: Max Verstappen at his best, Lewis Hamilton shines for Ferrari, Franco Colapinto struggles on return, and more

On Sunday, May 18, F1 returned to Europe for the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix to get the second triple-header of the 2025 season underway.

The Imola Circuit served up yet another dramatic round of F1 action, with some incredible overtakes, remarkable recovery drives, and two Safety Cars causing plenty of chaos up and down the grid.

Sports News Blitz’s F1 writer Henry Eccles takes a look at five key talking points to come out of the 2025 Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix. 

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