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Verstappen Bahrain swap confirmed as axed Red Bull star seals new deal - F1 Recap

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F1 editor and journalist covering motorsport since 2024.
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Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen will not be present on track for the first session of the Bahrain Grand Prix weekend, as he is replaced in the RB21 by a Red Bull junior.

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Sergio Perez signs new contract...but it's not with who you think

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Sergio Perez has signed a sponsorship contract extension, it has been revealed in an official social media statement.

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F1 RESULTS TODAY: Red Bull suffer nightmare session as Mercedes star forced to retire at Bahrain Grand Prix

Yuki Tsunoda reveals crucial Red Bull error that wrecked his team debut

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Red Bull Formula 1 star Yuki Tsunoda has lifted the lift on how his race debut for the team was hampered by a significant error.

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Kimi Antonelli grabs new Mercedes... but he is BANNED from driving it!

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Formula 1 rookie Kimi Antonelli has finally got behind the wheel of his new Mercedes, but he is currently banned from driving it.

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Sky Sports confirm F1 Bahrain GP plan after Martin Brundle absence at Suzuka

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Sky Sports have confirmed their plans for popular Formula 1 broadcaster Martin Brundle at this weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix.

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