The FIA clampdown on Formula 1 teams usage of qualifying engine modes has been postponed until the Italian Grand Prix, instead of next weekend's Belgian GP as originally... read more »
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McLaren Formula 1 team principal Andreas Seidl is confident that Mercedes will remain the benchmark power unit supplier despite the upcoming clampdown on engine modes read more »
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The ban on engine modes is now set to be introduced at the Italian Grand Prix and not next weekend's event at Spa Francorchamps. read more »
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Mercedes can have one last hurrah with its 'party mode' at the Belgian GP with the ban reportedly delayed until Monza. read more »
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Valtteri Bottas is confident Mercedes will not be hindered by the incoming FIA ban on qualifying engine modes. read more »
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F1's ban on testing at the new tracks added to the 2020 calendar has been welcomed by McLaren team principal Andreas Seidl. read more »
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Toto Wolff insists F1's proposed ban on qualifying 'party modes' will be counter-productive - as it would only make Mercedes faster in the race. read more »
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Mercedes believes the upcoming clampdown on using engine 'qualifying modes' in F1 could actually help it become more competitive. read more »
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Christian Horner believes Formula 1's decision to ban 'party modes' can only be good, both financially and from a sporting perspective. read more »
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McLaren boss Andreas Seidl has welcomed the ban on testing at new Formula 1 venues, saying it would have sent the wrong sign over unnecessary travel amid the COVID-19 pandemic. read more »
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The FIA’s decision to ban qualifying engine modes could actually be of benefit to Mercedes, believes team boss Toto Wolff. It’s expected the FIA’s ban will come into effect for... read more »
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Mercedes believes the upcoming ban on qualifying engine modes may actually help its overall competitiveness in races this season. read more »
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Set to be introduced in time for next weekend's Belgian Grand Prix, the FIA is confident that it can police the forthcoming ban on engine modes. read more »
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Christian Horner believes the forthcoming ban on engine modes is a good move, and will prove "healthy" for the manufacturers. read more »
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Red Bull Formula 1 team boss Christian Horner believes the FIA’s decision to ban qualifying engine modes will be a good thing for the sport, not only because it will save... read more »
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Red Bull boss Christian Horner is supportive of the FIA's move to clampdown on teams using different engine modes during qualifying, saying it is a "healthy thing for... read more »
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The FIA's upcoming ban on teams running higher engine modes in Formula 1 qualifying is "only a positive" for Ferrari given its straight-line speed struggles,... read more »
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Red Bull's Max Verstappen believes it would be "good" for Formula 1 to ban engine "qualifying modes", but doesn't think they alone are behind... read more »
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Charles Leclerc says the possible ban on "qualifying modes" can "only be positive" for Ferrari, but he is unsure of any benefits. read more »
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Lewis Hamilton has called the FIA’s decision to ban qualifying engine modes “not a surprise”, and says it is obviously aimed at slowing Mercedes. Teams use various engine modes... read more »
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Reigning Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton is convinced the ban on engine 'qualifying modes' is a deliberate move to slow Mercedes down. read more »
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Lewis Hamilton laughs off fears that ban on engine modes could compromise his title bid, insisting that the ban will not "get the result they want". read more »
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Red Bull's Max Verstappen reckons the impending plan to ban powerful F1 qualifying engine modes is a "good" move for the sport. read more »
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Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Sebastian Vettel believe a potential ban on Formula 1 'qualifying modes' could end up benefitting the team. read more »
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Lewis Hamilton has no concerns about the introduction of a rule that appears to be aimed at slowing Mercedes down. read more »
Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
7th of December 2025
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lando Norris | 408 |
| 2 | Max Verstappen | 396 |
| 3 | Oscar Piastri | 392 |
| 4 | George Russell | 309 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | 230 |
| 6 | Lewis Hamilton | 152 |
| 7 | Kimi Antonelli | 150 |
| 8 | Alexander Albon | 73 |
| 9 | Carlos Sainz | 64 |
| 10 | Isack Hadjar | 51 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | McLaren | 800 |
| 2 | Mercedes | 459 |
| 3 | Red Bull Racing | 426 |
| 4 | Ferrari | 382 |
| 5 | Williams | 137 |
| 6 | Racing Bulls | 92 |
| 7 | Aston Martin | 80 |
| 8 | Haas F1 Team | 73 |
| 9 | Kick Sauber | 68 |
| 10 | Alpine | 22 |
