Fernando Alonso has backed the changes that have been made to Formula 1 grid boxes for the Australian Grand Prix weekend. The boxes have been widened by 20 centimetres after... read more »
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Just like in any other sport, in Formula 1 if drivers don't follow the rules set out by the FIA, then they can be penalised for it.However, it isn't rare for drivers... read more »
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In the wake of penalties given out to Alonso and Alpine's Esteban Ocon in the opening two races of the season for starting outside their markers, the FIA has widened the... read more »
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With grid positions difficult to see on board the modern day Formula 1 cars, Alpine's Alan Permane has called penalties handed out so far in 2023 for being out of position... read more »
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In both cases, the drivers were deemed to have placed their cars too far to one side of their grid boxes at the start, and both subsequently received penalties.The decisions by... read more »
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George Russell has called for "common sense" to be applied to F1 driver penalties after the controversy surrounding the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix podium. read more »
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How did Alonso keep his 3rd place finish despite the penalties? And why was Verstappen's incredible climb from 15th to 2nd not enough to keep Red Bull happy? Martyn Lee... read more »
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Aston Martin team principal Mike Krack has suggested the rules surrounding how penalties are served during pit stops are "ambiguous" after Fernando Alonso was... read more »
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Fernando Alonso is a fan favourite on F1 Twitter and his penalties at the 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix disappointed many supporters, but entertained others. read more »
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Fernando Alonso will start from the front row in Saudi Arabia after Sergio Perez scored the second pole position of his F1 career. read more »
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Alpine says it needs to improve the one-lap pace of its A523 if it is to extract the full potential from its 2023 Formula 1 challenger. Alpine had a mixed start to the new... read more »
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Alpine Team Principal Otmar Szafnauer looks to ensure that the team doesn't replicate the mistakes made at the Bahrain Grand Prix. read more »
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Esteban Ocon racked up a season's-worth of bad luck in Bahrain, with several different penalties applied during his race. Sam Collins takes a look through his race, and... read more »
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If you've ever had a bad day at the office, spare a thought for French F1 driver Esteban Ocon. read more »
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Esteban Ocon equalled an unwanted record in the season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix after being penalised three times for infringements by the stewards. read more »
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Max Verstappen will lead the pack off the grid for the 2023 season-opening Bahrain Grand Prix. read more »
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The start of an engine freeze from 2022 to 2026 could have been a moment when things calmed down a bit, as teams have to stick with the same designs for several years... read more »
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The FIA has prohibited the use of unapproved political, religious and personal statements by drivers competing in motorsport, including Formula 1. The change was included in... read more »
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The issue returned to the spotlight after Sergio Perez's Monaco Q3 accident became a topic of conversation in the wake of Max Verstappen's refusal to cede a place to... read more »
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For the 299th and final time of his glorious F1 career, Sebastian Vettel starts a grand prix before heading off into retirement. read more »
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The F1 Commission met in Abu Dhabi on Thursday to discuss a number of potential changes for F1 moving forward, the meeting including officials from the commercial rights... read more »
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FIA president Mohamed Ben Sulayem says Formula One's governing body is making changes to ensure penalties for breaching the sport's cost cap are decided earlier in... read more »
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De Vries was catapulted into the limelight during the Monza weekend when he was thrust into the Williams FW44 as a substitute for Alex Albon, who was sidelined with... read more »
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Mercedes seemingly has its best opportunity to secure its first grand prix win of this F1 season after locking the front row for the race in Sao Paulo. read more »
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Amended starting grid for the Heineken Grande Premio de Sao Paulo after penalties applied. 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 |