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Mercedes have ‘taken a step back’ in Formula One, says English driver George Russell

Mercedes' George Russell driving on the third day of F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain, on Feb 13.

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Supporters of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party chanting slogans as they celebrate unofficial news of Mr Tarique Rahman's win in his constituency, on Feb 12 in Dhaka.

Verstappen says new F1 car is ‘not much fun to drive’

Formula One F1 - Pre Season Testing - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - February 11, 2026 Red Bull's Max Verstappen during the pre-season testing REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

Red Bull’s Max Verstappen slams new cars as ‘Formula E on steroids’

Red Bull's Max Verstappen driving on the first day of the Formula One pre-season testing in Bahrain on Feb 11.

Lewis Hamilton calls for ‘equal playing field’ in new Formula One season

Ferrari's British driver Lewis Hamilton getting ready for the first day of the Formula One pre-season testing at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir on Feb 11, 2026.

Norris fastest on first day of Bahrain testing but Verstappen catches the eye

Formula One F1 - Pre Season Testing - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - February 11, 2026 McLaren's Lando Norris during pre-season testing REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

Oscar Piastri on similar trajectory to Formula One champion Lando Norris, says Zak Brown

Formula One F1 - Qatar Grand Prix - Lusail International Circuit, Lusail, Qatar - November 29, 2025 McLaren's Oscar Piastri celebrates with McLaren chief executive Zak Brown after qualifying in pole position REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki/File Photo

Mercedes ready to win Formula One title, says George Russell

Mercedes' George Russell has said that he is ready to win his maiden Formula One World Championship, buoyed by the performance of his car so far.

F1 favourite Russell expects Verstappen to be back in the fight

Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - December 4, 2025 Mercedes' George Russell during a press conference ahead of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix REUTERS/Jakub Porzycki

Ex-Red Bull boss Christian Horner eyeing Formula One return as Alpine investor

Former Red Bull boss Christian Horner is among a group eyeing a possible investment into F1 team Alpine.

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