Mercedes

McLaren's Oscar Piastri

Overcoming Adversity: Oscar Piastri’s Turbulent Ride at the Australian Grand Prix

Michael Tower

Aussie Driver Oscar Piastri's dramatic performance at the Australian Grand Prix saw him oversteer onto the grass, narrowly avoiding getting stuck. Despite initially running in 2nd place, a spin on lap 44 pushed him down the grid. He managed to end in the points with a 9th-place finish after chaos on the track resulted in six drivers crashing out.

Daniel Ricciardo (Red Bull Racing), Nico Rosberg (Mercedes AMG) in 1st, Andy Cowell (HPP, Mercedes AMG) and Kevin Magnussen (McLaren) in 3rd - Podium Scene

The Unraveling of Ricciardo’s Fairytale Ending: A Tale of F1’s 2014 Technical Reset

Michael Tower

In the 2014 Australian Grand Prix, Daniel Ricciardo seemed to have a fairytale ending with a second-place finish. However, his victory was disqualified due to an illegal car issue related to fuel flow limits, a regulatory change in the season's technical reset. The disqualification wasn't immediate, sparking debate about the FIA's motives. The aftermath of this incident is still felt today with the passion for Formula 1 in Australia evident in support for driver Oscar Piastri.

Williams Driver: Carlos Sainz

Watch the Exciting 2025 Australian Grand Prix Qualifying Live!

Michael Tower

2025 Australian Grand Prix Qualifying takes place on Saturday, 15 March. Catch the action live on Sky Sports F1 (UK), ESPN (US), Fox Sports (Australia), and more. Stay tuned for pole position battles!

George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli: A Promising New Duo for the 2025 Season

Michael Tower

George Russell and rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli aim for a competitive season in 2025, with Russell attributing his advantage to six seasons of experience. Mercedes team chief Toto Wolff expects both drivers to learn from each other, creating an exciting dynamic for the upcoming season.

Jacques Villeneuve Leads the Grid

Reliving the Thrill: Top 5 Season Openers at Albert Park

Michael Tower

1997: Villeneuve vs Irvine, Frentzen's Brake Failure - A first-corner collision between Jacques Villeneuve and Eddie Irvine sent both into the gravel at Albert Park's season opener in 1997. David Coulthard took advantage of their misfortune to claim victory, but Heinz-Harald Frentzen threatened with a two-stop strategy until a brake failure ended his challenge.

Andrea Kimi Antonelli, George Russell Competing for Mercedes

Toto Wolff’s Bet on Andrea Kimi Antonelli: A New Hope for Mercedes in Formula 1

Michael Tower

Toto Wolff promotes 18-year-old Andrea Kimi Antonelli, a prodigious talent discovered at 12, to a full-time F1 seat. After winning multiple championships, Antonelli will face challenges in his rookie season with Mercedes. His performance in the TPC program caught the team's attention, and he aims to learn from teammate Russell in qualifying.

Kimi Antonelli, George Russell, Mercedes Racing

Andrea Kimi Antonelli Clarifies His Mercedes Formula 1 Seat Announcement in Drive to Survive Season 7

Michael Tower

Andrea Kimi Antonelli confirms that scenes in Drive to Survive Season 7 depicting his Mercedes F1 seat announcement were accurate. He received a call from Toto Wolff and other key figures confirming his role for the 2025 season. Max Verstappen, however, feels misrepresented in the same season regarding his emotions after the 2024 Miami Grand Prix. Drive to Survive Season 7 covers top storylines of the 2024 F1 season, including Lewis Hamilton's move from Mercedes to Ferrari and McLaren's battle with Red Bull for the constructors' championship. The 2025 F1 season begins this week with the Australian Grand Prix.

Andrea Antonelli (Mercedes)

Mercedes Prepares for Exciting New Era with Promising Talent Antonelli

Michael Tower

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff predicts rookie driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli will keep pace with George Russell during his debut season, marking the culmination of a seven-year project and a replacement for Lewis Hamilton's departure. Despite his youthful age of 18, Wolff is confident in Antonelli's ability to challenge Russell from the outset. The focus is on development, learning tracks, and preparing for regulation changes set to take effect in 2026. With both drivers under 30 years old, a fierce yet productive rivalry between Russell and Antonelli is anticipated.

Designer Denis Dekovic at Pirelli Caps

Introducing Colorful Special Edition Podium Caps in 14 Formula 1 Grands Prix of 2025

Michael Tower

Pirelli introduces colorful special edition podium caps at 14 F1 races in 2025, a departure from traditional black caps since 2011. Designer Denis Dekovi pays homage to each race's cultural identity through unique designs, with the first three caps being green and cold for Melbourne, red and gold for China, and blue and gold for Japan. Fans can purchase these exclusive hats ahead of the new season starting at £65.

"Mercedes F1 W15 Front Wing Design Characteristics and Engineering Features"

Mercedes Unveils 2025 Formula 1 Car Ahead of Season Opener

Michael Tower

The W16, which replaces the W03 that didn't see action with Lewis Hamilton in 2012, marks a significant change for the team as it prepares to welcome George Russell and rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli to its lineup.