2023-01-17 22:40
While you're probably aware it costs an arm & a leg to race at any one of F1's 23 active circuits, some are more generous when coaxing the FIA into signing long-term deals. Over the past… Read More
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2022-12-29 18:12
In honor of the unfortunate anniversary of Michael Schumacher's ninth year fighting through his unfortunate accident skiing, I wanted to add something to hopefully bring some legitimacy to h… Read More
2022-12-27 17:23
Happy Holidays everyone. As we look forward to a new year, let's also turn our eyes towards a new generation of F1 talent. You may have heard of the Oscar Piastris and Logan Sargents of… Read More
2022-11-19 21:27
After a successful year of post-Covid racing, its always worth looking back and seeing how each driver on the field has performed this year. Prior to Abu Dhabi, here's a list of each dr… Read More
2022-11-09 02:15
5. Max VerstappenThe youngest driver on this list seems destined to smash all other records, but for now, Verstappen's current deal keeps him at fifth all-time. After securing his second tit… Read More
2022-06-23 14:37
Prepare Developments For Next Year -- Red BullRed Bull's lightning quick start to 2022 can't go to waste. All those upgrades they've been developing should be waiting for next year. Lea… Read More
2022-06-16 02:46
Disclaimer: This article was not written by a medical professional. Please consult physician before acting on any medical advice. F1 is a real sport. Every fan who has been around the g… Read More
2022-06-10 18:59
F1's recent implementation of a $140 million budget cap was initially met with intrigue by fans. After all, following the most competitive Driver's Title fight since 2012, the interest in mo… Read More
2022-06-08 03:47
Max Verstappen isn't evil. He's not the worst person you'll see on TV. He's an incredible racing driver. However, the coverage of his ascent misses a key different between him and his former… Read More
2022-06-05 18:53
They say a flower is beautiful because it doesn't last. I'd say a flower is beautiful because it's unexpected. In fields and fields of grass and trees there are rarely flowers. It's as if it… Read More
2022-05-09 03:23
$2300 average. It's what you'll pay to seat yourself for three days at the Miami Grand Prix circuit. Indycar tickets will run you $100, Nascar half that. F1's image as a global sport always… Read More
2022-05-04 16:02
1. New York City The bright lights and expensive cars that already roam the streets of New York are no stranger to the roar of an F1 car. In fact, Red Bull pulls their drives over to th… Read More
2022-03-18 14:26
1. Verstappen Vs. Hamilton Pt. 2 There haven't been any more blockbuster seasons than 2021. When the grandkids grow old enough to ask, anyone from our era will be spouting the same stor… Read More
2022-03-17 18:07
Okay, this is late. That being said, I know many of us are slow to change, so if this is you, you've come to the right place. General Driving:Lean Fuel At The Start:Do you know when you… Read More
2022-03-15 15:38
Across the grid there are some drivers for whom, 2022 is a make-or-break year. According to how this one goes, here are four drivers who should be looking to change teams.1. Yuki TsunodaThou… Read More
2022-03-13 00:16
When it comes to sports, nothing feels better than being right. Whether it's a $10 bet on the Rams to win the super bowl, or betting the house on Albon to take home the 2022 championship. Wi… Read More
2022-02-21 15:10
As inspirational as the team's media production teams make their reveals look, the truth is: there's only one feature that matters. How fast does their cars traverse the 22-race calendar? Lo… Read More
2021-12-24 06:58
Abu Dhabi's final decision has become the subject of much debate among fans. Not least due to its totally outcome over the course of the season. If that car stays out one lap longer, Lewis H… Read More
2021-10-10 19:30
The F1 Car Template For 2022Mercedes "Poach Red Bull Engineers"How do you improve on perfection? Mercedes are tasked with doing so going into 2022. One place they could start is by poac… Read More
2021-07-28 16:16
In the aftermath of Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen's first lap crash, both Helmut Marko and Christian Horner came out with some pretty outrageous statements. Horner suggested great driver… Read More
2021-07-04 21:32
Fernando AlonsoAlonso coming back might be the death nail for Ocon's career. I know he's just signed the three year deal, but come on. With the massive gap in qualifying maintaining itself i… Read More
2021-06-28 02:25
Honorable mention: Kimi RaikkonenI haven't included Kimi in my top four series so far, and that just feels outright wrong. Today the Iceman put on a great performance. His rapid ascent throu… Read More
2021-06-25 04:31
1. DataIt seems like a really long time ago, but remember when Mercedes finished last in the number of laps during testing? There's no way, only eight races in that they've fully recovered… Read More
2021-06-24 05:23
5. Dennis HaugerF3 is a dogfight. Often the best drivers can't even manage to win it (Max Verstappen). This year's no exception. The man currently on top is Dennis Hauger. The Norwegian Red… Read More
2021-06-21 01:47
Huzzah! Instead of another boring french grand prix ( :( ), we got a great one! ( :D ) Check out our analysis below for more insight into what went down:Honorable mention: Fernando AlonsoThe… Read More
2021-06-19 20:27
1. RainWe all love when it happens. It can turn any (boring) circuit into an absolute barnstormer. This week it look like we're going to be graced. As you can see below, Weather.com pr… Read More
2021-06-16 15:34
While you'll no doubt have heard of the antics on track, Red Bull and Mercedes are taking their feud a step further. Ever since the surprising announcement that Honda would be leaving F1, Re… Read More
2021-06-11 21:13
1. Théo PourchaireThéo's name is on the tongue of every prospect-spotting F1 fan in the universe. At 17, he is leaps and bounds above where his competitors were at his age. Tho… Read More
2021-06-06 15:15
Baku was a wild race. Cars in the wall, an unpredictable top-three, and all sorts of tensions to go with it. Baku impressed us, and so do our top four: Honorable Mention: Fernando Alons… Read More
2021-05-31 13:54
As fun as it is to write 'Monagasque', this Monaco GP was a bit of a sleeper. Despite some unusual finishing positions, the two hours or so we suffered through did not make up for it. That b… Read More
2021-05-09 19:16
A characteristic Spanish GP gave way to some solid individual performances. Honorable Mention: George RussellAfter what seemed like destiny, once again Russell missed out on points. It'… Read More
2021-05-08 16:15
Credit to u/ThaumarchP7 Perez vs. P3 BottasLet's imagine this P7 result was a fluke. Perez had a shaky Q3, and Bottas had mostly clean running. When push comes to shove, these two are going… Read More
2021-05-05 15:04
1. Alessio Deledda Everyone hates a spoiled brat. Deledda's career has skyrocketed. Not because of nay influence his pace ha had, but because his father owns enough cash to satisfy stru… Read More
2021-05-02 20:57
Honorable Mention: Mick Schumacher As predicable as Haas have been, Schumacher has breathed the occasional fresh air into the team. Today was no different. It's hard to quantify how wel… Read More
2021-05-01 16:07
The Portugese Grand Prix promises to be another classic in a string of tightly-fought battles to begin this season. So far, it's been a war of equal footing. But with news of the calendar co… Read More
2021-04-28 14:50
1. Hamilton's Still Got It Shades of the 2011 Hamilton were on full display on Sunday. Following a half-race distance shunt into the barriers, he turned on the gas and went flying into… Read More
2021-04-23 17:49
5. Context matters...4. A lot of drivers tested their off-roading skills this weekend3. Checo was both fast and furious this weekend2. Lando makes an astute observa… Read More
2021-04-19 23:05
Honorable Mention: Lance StrollAs Vettel languishes in a long shadow of his former glory, Lance Stroll has quietly proved to be Aston Martin's reliable #1. It's still early, but if he contin… Read More
2021-04-12 07:46
The sad reality of F1 is... not everyone can make it. There's always going to be someone left out when the music stops. This past year we lost both Daniil Kyvat, Alex Albon, Kevin Magnussen… Read More
2021-04-08 14:25
1. Yuki Tsunoda The cat is out of the bag pace-wise for Tsunoda. He instantly went from the F1 rookie with the least exposure, to the one furthest up the championship ladder. His diminu… Read More
2021-04-05 07:30
Sometimes.. Motorsport is about more than speed. There's a human aspect to it as well. It's in these moments that we truly get to see who our favorite drivers really are. Without further adi… Read More
2021-04-03 07:30
The FIA is a fickle beast. One moment they're letting Ferrari off with a slap on the wrist for a totally illegal engine. The next they're giving Vettel a 5 place grid drop for yellow flags h… Read More
2021-03-28 23:26
What a race! I can count on two hands how many years its been since we've had a true battle for first place in F1's premier race. This season is looking up to be a real title fight for first… Read More
2021-03-27 07:43
Here it is. Finally, after what feels like ages, the long-awaited final year of the current regulations is upon us. There are nine teams who will all feel their hopes are riding on a success… Read More
2021-03-15 06:48
In 2021, nothing is the same. We cant go out like we used to, and it almost seems as if things will never return to normal. But one thing we always thought wouldn't change, was Mercedes' dom… Read More
2021-03-09 19:29
In the 70+ year history of Formula 1 there have been over 1,000 F1 drivers. Of those, a measly 5 have been female. Of those 5, the most successful of all has easily been Lella Lombardi. Here… Read More
2021-03-06 20:19
Credit: Oclay Karabulut1. Alfa RomeoIt's going to be such a loss when Alfa Romeo leaves F1 next season. While their performance reputation might not have been increased during their time wit… Read More
2021-03-04 17:54
As of today (March 4th), 8 of the 10 teams have released their 2021 vehicles. Beyond the flash, the spectacle, and the introduction of new liveries, there are some ways you can evaluate the… Read More
2021-03-01 17:56
Picture this. Six years after the introduction of three of the most unsuccessful teams in F1's history, a new challenger arises. Born of a country not know for its F1 prowess, and starting f… Read More
2021-02-24 15:54
Hi guys! Sorry for the gap in posting. Been a bit busy in personal life. In the meantime, please enjoy this little fun quiz to figure out which driver's academy you would join!Answer truthfu… Read More
2021-02-06 16:44
1. Théo PourchaireFrench representation in F1 was at an all time high last year. Applying to continue that streak is Theo Pourchaire. This 17 year old has already accomplished mo… Read More
2021-02-03 08:30
10. Mick Schumacher and Nikita Mazepin (Haas)The American dream seems lost in F1. This promising squad deteriorated into a b-team; making up ground with spare parts and inexperienced driver… Read More
2021-01-27 16:53
Hi reader! welcome back to another article. Below we're going to rank the drivers going into the 2021 season based on current skill. Once we're done with that I'll select some tasty rankings… Read More
2021-01-24 07:30
Hey race fans. In F1's illustrious 50 year history there surely have been a lot of 'ifs', 'ands', or 'buts'. But none of those caveats revolve around the sport more than: what if the calenda… Read More
2021-01-18 17:36
7. Adrian Sutil and Vitantonio Liuzzi (2010)The trip down the history of Force India begins slowly. Sutil and Liuzzi were an easy choice as the most uninspired lineup the team ever put forth… Read More
2021-01-13 21:59
Here we're going to rank the top ten F2 talents based on their chances of making it to F1. While it's still early into 2021, it's worth noting where the drivers are now before the season beg… Read More
2021-01-09 18:32
1. FinlandFor a long time, F1's favorite drivers have come from the Scandanavian country. While rally dominates, many from the Scandinavian country still consider F1 their spiritual home. Fo… Read More
2021-01-06 08:30
If you looked at the table of all-time championships, you'd surely believe William were one of the most royal contenders in all of F1's history. While that remains the case in both the 70s a… Read More
2021-01-02 02:23
5. Stefano Domenicali (2008-2014)Domenicali is a familiar face to any fan currently interested in F1. He's been a race engineer, a technical director, and now a chief executive working… Read More
2020-12-31 18:42
The New Year's celebrations came early for Frederik Vesti. The 18-year old Danish driver has reportedly signed a contract to join Mercedes' junior academy. He joins recent graduates Esteban… Read More
2020-12-29 19:06
Toro Rosso are undoubtedly one of F1's oddball teams. Ushering in an era of B and even C teams naturally came with a lot of of tinkering and trying. Over the past 14 years they've also… Read More
2020-12-23 20:15
Nicolas Latifi: PaceI'm not going to beat around the bush here. Nicolas Latifi does not have the pace to cut it with the other 2021 F1 drivers. What he does have, is cash. Unfortunately for… Read More
2020-12-20 06:12
1. Andrea Kimi Antonelli (Italy)If he lives up to his namesake at all he'll be a barnstormer in Formula 1. Antonelli is the youngest and most prized member of the Mercedes junior academy. He… Read More
2020-12-11 19:40
Wow. What a race. This is one of those that feels like we'll be talking about it for a long time to come. Enjoy the top four drivers of this weekend's grand prix. 4. Daniil Ky… Read More
2020-12-10 19:25
1. Mercedes AMG - Rio Haryanto and Narain KarthekeyanWow. When they say anyone could win in a Mercedes, this lineup really pushes it. It would be interesting to see if the theory holds… Read More
2020-12-04 06:49
All this talk of reserve driver replacements has got me thinking, what if teams only used reserve drivers?The Championship:1. Stoffel Vandoorne2. George Russell3. Sebastian Buemi4. Nic… Read More
2020-12-01 03:53
Honorable Mention: It would be irresponsible to not mention Romain high on this list. What we see every weekend is only possible because the men and women of Formula 1 are willing to ri… Read More
2020-11-27 22:16
Much has been said of who Max's rightful teammate should be for next season. Here were going to do a statistical breakdown of how they shake out. Think about who you'd want. We'll reveal the… Read More
2020-11-18 16:00
A wet-weather classic the likes of which have rarely been seen in the modern era of F1 has lead us down a tough path picking this week's top four. A lot of drivers failed in the wet (cough c… Read More
2020-11-16 19:08
Well ladies and gentlemen, the impossible has happened. Following Schumacher's 2004 run to the title, the world believed that it'd seen something it would never see again. Yet, a short 16 ye… Read More
2020-11-11 20:56
1. The Silver War by FlozAn incredible recap of F1's recent history over a wildly enjoyable hour-and-a-half makes for Netflix-worthy viewing. It's honestly a shame this hasn't been picked up… Read More
2020-11-02 03:19
First and foremost, let's give a second to remember Ayrton Senna. A legend gone far too soon who's impact still reverberates around the sport. He's always in our hearts, and even moreso in o… Read More
2020-10-28 16:35
5. Pedro de la Rosa Spain, Spain, Spain. This Iberian peninsular nation has jumped a class in drivers over the past decade. Fernando to Carlos is a transition few nations can better. (M… Read More
2020-10-28 00:02
4. Charles Leclerc Another day, another teammate disaster at Ferrari. Well... maybe not a disaster. But a clear 1/2 dichotomy nonetheless. Leclerc benefits from it this time. Do wonder… Read More
2020-10-24 13:35
In recent news, curse-magnet Guenter Steiner finally cut ties with his 'band of idiots' formerly known as Romain Grosjean and Kevin Magnussen. In the wake of this bombshell report, we want t… Read More
2020-10-22 15:03
The all-timer F1 team draft allows the sport's best teams to go back in time and select any driver that has driven for them in the past. Teams will draft based on current quality mixed with… Read More
2020-10-21 18:56
I have to brag for a bit. When I started this blog almost 8 years ago, I had no idea what it would become. Over the course of this time, from Google+ everyday, to hiatus, to returning and tr… Read More
2020-09-06 22:11
What a day for Formula 1. In the tumultuous times of the real world, and F1 living up to no one's expectations for so long, it's hard to imagine what this means to the people that follo… Read More
2020-09-04 17:35
Hi guys. I know to most F1 fans the statement above will seem self explanatory, but sometimes putting it into figures helps really understand the historical context of what we're watching we… Read More
2020-08-30 16:36
Hey all! In this episode of ForeverF1 blog reacts, we're going to be looking at the upcoming driver market, and the way I would navigate it from each team boss' perspective. Lower teams go f… Read More
2020-08-20 07:25
6. Yuki TsunodaYuki Tsunoda's rise through the ranks has been astronomical. Just two years ago he was racing en route to the title in Japanese F4. He only moved to Europe 1 year ago. Despite… Read More
2020-08-18 01:21
A typically dull one produced little action on the roads of Catalunya this weekend. Despite the predictable end product, some drivers did their best to inspire some action before the r… Read More
2020-08-15 23:53
Up front: P4 Sergio Perez vs. P5 Lance Stroll vs. P6 AlbonWhat a return Perez has put together since recovering from such a terrible disease. Squeaking Lance to P4 makes a huge differen… Read More
2020-08-15 08:28
1. Most World TitlesNo need to beat around the bush here. In arguably the most significant decider of them all, Schumi has reached the ultimate prize twice more than any driver e… Read More
2020-08-13 03:47
Over the past 5 seasons now, we've seen the prodigy from McLaren turn into F1's all time stat leader in nearly every category he is eligible for. Of course, its not easy comparing across era… Read More
2020-08-08 22:09
Formula 1's 70th Grand Prix weekend kicks off tomorrow with a feature race. Let's take a look at the battles and bruises that are likely to outline tomorrow's race. 3. Nico Hulkenburg (… Read More
2020-08-04 23:38
With recent news that teams have piled onto Renault's claims of foul play by Racing Point, it seems the FIA will be under increased pressure to launch a confirming decision. Hmmm.Well, this… Read More
2020-08-03 04:35
#4: George Russell You'll likely see this name on the grid many times this year, but few are going to be less deserving. From 20th on the grid to a provisional 12th is fantastic at a tr… Read More
2020-08-02 02:59
P4 Charles Leclerc vs. P5 Lando Norris vs. P6 Lance StrollI'm not going to waste your time with anecdotes about how the rest of the field will climb the summit to an unforeseen victory over… Read More
2020-07-05 02:14
For the first time in a long time, we're back with key match-ups for tomorrow's race. It should be thrilling, exciting, and noticeably not boring, so let's get into it!1. Bottas vs. 3. Verst… Read More
2020-07-03 21:44
Most disappointing driver: Lance StrollFor once, Lance has pressure on his shoulder, and excellent starts aren't going to get him to where he needs to be. This will be disappointing because… Read More
2020-06-07 05:11
Let's get one thing clear: no one will be happy if Williams leaves the sport, now, soon, or ever. But the reality of the F1 circus is: money talks, or you're out. After putting up with the l… Read More
2020-05-30 05:58
1. Less DynastiesIn the last 10 years it feels like every record we thought would never be broken has come into question. Schumi's wins and titles record, Alonso/Vettel's youngest winning dr… Read More
2020-05-28 01:18
Round 1: SochiImaging waiting all these extra months, just to start here... ugh.Round 2: Abu DhabiEven worse, going here to decide where teams place in a common train with little potential f… Read More
2020-05-28 01:12
Before we begin, here are the players we have to work with:Vandoorne/GutierrezBuemi/CamaraZhouKubica/CalderonFittipaldiAitken/Nissany/Chadwick/Ticktum (Williams are looking to feature on an… Read More
2020-05-23 10:04
We now in this era of F1 that sponsorship, marketability, and driver academy connections are more important than ever. It's what keeps Stroll stapled to the seat at Racing Point, and what ke… Read More
2020-05-07 02:36
Yes, you read that title right. In ten years, undoubtedly empires will have collapsed, Instagram will be ancient, and the world will still be flat*, but F1 will likely still be the circus it… Read More
2020-04-28 03:33
With news of the new season plans going ahead, people are rightfully excited for the few races we are going to get. Obviously in real life, the selections are all very logistic and technical… Read More
2020-04-16 05:25
If this time in quarantine has taught us anything, its gratitude for the things we so often take for granted. Whether its going outside, or the teams, drivers, and staff that make F1 possibl… Read More
2020-04-15 03:55
Due to the spread of Covid-19, driver contracts are likely to be extended for an additional season. Because of this, I am treating the 2022 season as if the same contracts were expiring. Hop… Read More
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