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On this day: Schumacher announces F1 retirement at Monza
On this day: Schumacher announces F1 retirement at Monza
10 September 2006 was one of the more consequential days in Formula 1 history, as title contender and seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher announced his retirement.The Ferrari hero did so moments after the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Pole position had eluded the Ferrari hero by just 0.002s in front of the tifosi, with McLaren's Kimi Raikkonen edging ahead, but Schumacher was heavier ...Keep reading

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"A new phenomenon for us," claim Hamilton and Bearman as they warn of Monza's ...

6 days 7 hours ago

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The Temple of Speed will present one of the biggest energy-management challenges of the 2026 Formula 1 season, with Lewis Hamilton and Ollie Bearman expecting drivers to adapt... read more »

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Hamilton reflects on the "one of his biggest automotive dreams" that he fulfilled at Monza

6 days 10 hours ago

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Lewis Hamilton made a spectacular arrival at Monza ahead of the Italian Grand Prix, driving his own Ferrari F40 and fulfilling what he describes as one of his biggest... read more »

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Sebastian Vettel to drive Michael Schumacher's iconic F2002 at Monza

6 days 11 hours ago

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Four-time World Champion Vettel will pay tribute to his childhood hero by driving Schumacher's legendary Ferrari F2002 ahead of the Italian Grand Prix read more »

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Hamilton reveals how he has helped reshape Ferrari behind the scenes

6 days 11 hours ago

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Lewis Hamilton says his role at Ferrari has been less about trying to replicate Michael Schumacher's transformation of the team and more about using his outside... read more »

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FIA declares Italian Grand Prix a heat hazard as temperatures soar at Monza

6 days 13 hours ago

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The FIA has declared the Italian Grand Prix a heat hazard, with temperatures expected to exceed 31°C during Sunday's race at Monza. Drivers will have the option of using a... read more »

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What are the key technical challenges at Monza under the all-new 2026 technical regulations?

6 days 14 hours ago

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Monza presents one of the most distinctive technical challenges on the Formula 1 calendar, and the 2026 regulations are set to make the Italian Grand Prix even more demanding. read more »

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Antonelli reflects on the impact of his crash from the 2024 Monza race

6 days 15 hours ago

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Andrea Kimi Antonelli returns to his home Italian Grand Prix as Formula 1's championship leader, just two years after a difficult Monza FP1 debut that ended in the gravel... read more »

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Which F1 drivers are out of contract at the end of 2026?

6 days 15 hours ago

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More than half of the 2026 Formula 1 grid could potentially enter the driver market at the end of the season, setting the stage for what could become a fascinating battle for... read more »

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Alpine reveals unusual schedule for test driver Paul Aron for Monza

6 days 15 hours ago

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Pierre Gasly will sit out Free Practice 1 at this weekend's Italian Grand Prix, with Alpine reserve driver Paul Aron set to take over his A526 at Monza. read more »

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SUSTAINABILITY: Alpine to power European logistics fleet with renewable HVO biofuel

6 days 23 hours ago

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The Enilive partnership will see Alpine's European logistics vehicles progressively switch to HVOlution, a diesel biofuel made entirely from renewable raw materials read more »

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Norris reveals what he needs from McLaren to feel capable of winning

7 days 50 minutes ago

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Lando Norris has explained in detail what his 2026 McLaren needs to feel like from behind the wheel for him to have the confidence to fight for victory, saying the Dutch Grand... read more »

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Honda targets improved drivability at Monza after their Zandvoort PU upgrade

7 days 1 hour ago

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Shintaro Orihara says Honda has continued development work since Zandvoort as Aston Martin prepares to exploit its upgraded power unit at the high-speed Italian circuit read more »

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Komatsu rejects claims Gene Haas has lost interest in Formula 1

7 days 4 hours ago

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Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has dismissed suggestions that team owner Gene Haas has lost interest in Formula 1, insisting that the American businessman remains highly... read more »

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Norris launches LN4 Fusion junior team ahead of 2027 racing debut

7 days 7 hours ago

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The reigning Formula 1 world champion is expanding his motorsport ambitions with a new multi-series racing operation designed to develop the next generation of drivers read more »

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Vowles hails the early impact of McLaren's former chief operating office at Grove

7 days 11 hours ago

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Williams team principal James Vowles has praised the early impact of Piers Thynne after the former McLaren chief operating officer joined the team as part of its ongoing effort... read more »

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McLaren to debut radical H-wing rear wing at Monza

7 days 13 hours ago

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The Woking-based team will introduce its own interpretation of the rotating rear-wing concept at the Italian Grand Prix after first testing it at the Hungaroring read more »

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Why did Vowles find it crucial to retain Sainz and Albon for 2027?

7 days 18 hours ago

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Williams team principal James Vowles has praised the decision of Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon to commit their futures to the team, describing their continued presence at Grove... read more »

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Racing Bulls joins rotating rear-wing development race with Imola test

7 days 18 hours ago

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Racing Bulls has become the latest Formula 1 team to test a Ferrari-inspired rotating rear-wing concept, with the Red Bull sister team reportedly evaluating its own version of... read more »

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2027 Adelaide MotoGP circuit unveiled ahead of historic Australian Grand Prix

7 days 19 hours ago

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The circuit that will host MotoGP's return to Adelaide from 2027 has been officially unveiled, with South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas presenting plans for a new... read more »

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Lawson to replace Hadjar again at Red Bull as Tsunoda continues Racing Bulls stint in Monza

7 days 22 hours ago

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Red Bull have confirmed their driver line-up for the Italian Grand Prix, with Liam Lawson set to replace Isack Hadjar for a second consecutive race as the Frenchman continues... read more »

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Mercedes identifies key weaknesses to address after Zandvoort defeat

8 days 38 minutes ago

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The Silver Arrows have admitted they have some "head-scratching" to do after struggling to match Lando Norris and McLaren for pace at the Dutch Grand Prix read more »

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Komatsu explains Haas struggles as Monza upgrade offers chance to recover

8 days 4 hours ago

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Haas team principal Ayao Komatsu has admitted that his team has struggled to keep pace with Formula 1's leading development operations after making an unexpectedly strong... read more »

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McLaren reveals special OKX livery for Monza and Madrid

8 days 7 hours ago

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McLaren and its Official Primary Partner OKX have unveiled a special livery enhancement that will feature on both of the team's MCL40s at this year's Italian Grand... read more »

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Ferrari unveils special Schumacher tribute for Monza

8 days 7 hours ago

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Ferrari will celebrate 30 years since Michael Schumacher joined the team with a 1996-inspired livery, special team kit and three iconic cars from the German driver's... read more »

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How can Williams salvage its fortunes despite its struggles in 2026?

8 days 9 hours ago

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Williams is increasingly shifting its attention towards the 2027 Formula 1 season as the team attempts to recover from a difficult campaign and establish a stronger foundation... read more »