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Max Verstappen's bid to win the Nürburgring 24 Hours on his first attempt ended in disappointment after a late mechanical failure halted his team's charge while they were leading the race comfortably.

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Italian teenager Kimi Antonelli, the youngest championship leader in F1 history, will seek to complete a hat-trick of early-season victories this weekend as Formula 1 returns after a month's enforced absence due to the Middle East war.

The 19-year-old Mercedes driver, triumphant in China and Japan, leads teammate George Russell, who won the season-opening Australian race, by nine points ahead of what is effectively the start of another season, complete with revised rules and widespread car upgrades, at the Miami Grand Prix.

"After a month without any racing, we are ready to get back on track," said Mercedes team chief Toto Wolff.

"We've used this break to analyse the opening races, address our weaknesses and raise our level.

"We've started the season well, but that counts for very little if you stand still. We know our competitors will have used this time to improve and build a deeper understanding of their cars so we expect the field to be closer in Miami.

"That's the reality of F1 – it's a challenge we must rise to." Antonelli's early triumphs made him the first Italian driver since Alberto Ascari in 1953 to win two consecutive races. Ascari completed his treble that season.

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Aston Martin's partners Honda, whose 2026 engine lags far behind that of rival Formula 1 ⁠manufacturers, could be allowed to spend $19million more on development after next week's Canadian Grand Prix.

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Fernando Alonso has made his clearest indication yet that he is not ready to walk away from Formula One, suggesting that his career could extend beyond the current season. The two time world champion, now competing in his 23rd season, spoke candidly about his future during the Monaco historic grand prix, revealing that he still feels driven and motivated to continue racing at the highest level.

At 44 years old, Alonso remains one of the most experienced and recognizable figures in the sport. His remarks reflect not just longevity, but a deep personal connection to racing. Having started at the age of three, he described how driving has been a constant presence in his life for over four decades. That emotional attachment appears to be a major factor in his reluctance to step away.

Alonso acknowledged that the decision to retire will not come easily. He emphasized that he will know when the right moment arrives, but for now, he does not feel that point has been reached. He continues to feel competitive and energized every time he gets behind the wheel, which strengthens his belief that he can still contribute at a high level.

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The teenage sensation sealed victory in Miami, with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri completing the top three after a dramatic late twist involving Charles Leclerc.

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Turkey’s Istanbul Park circuit will return to the Formula 1 ⁠calendar from 2027 for at least five years, the Turkish presidency said on Friday, marking the ‌culmination of Turkey’s years-long campaign to return to the sport.

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Champions McLaren will have “a completely new car” when Formula 1 returns from a five-week break at ⁠the Miami Grand Prix in May, according to team principal Andrea Stella.