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F1 axes Russia over Ukraine war as drivers question acid test of new cars - GPFans F1 Recap

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GPFans Staff

Saturday 26 February 2022 00:30

F1 has taken the decision to axe this year's Russian Grand Prix in the wake of the country's invasion of Ukraine that has sparked global outrage. Read more...

F1 handed overtaking warning after new cars fail "perfect demonstration"

George Russell and Lando Norris have issued a warning to F1 over hopes of improved racing action this year after failing a "perfect demonstration" during testing. Read more...

Mazepin breaks silence over Russia-Ukraine situation

Nikita Mazepin has insisted he is focusing on "what I can control" after becoming engulfed in the midst of political tension over the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Read more...

Hamilton spearheads Mercedes one-two on final day of drama in testing

Mercedes put in an ominous display on the final day of testing in Spain as Lewis Hamilton topped the timesheets from team-mate George Russell. Read more...

Haas to hold legal talks over Russian sponsorship

Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has confirmed there will be a meeting next week to determine the legal ramifications of its partnership with Russian sponsor Uralkali. Read more...

Horner clarifies 'female fan' comments after social media backlash

Christian Horner has clarified comments that "young girls" are now following F1 because of the "great looking" drivers after receiving criticism on social media. Read more...

Hamilton Verstappen title fight 'powers' F1 back into profit

Formula 1 recovered from a $386million [£287m] loss in 2020 to post a $92m [£68.5m] profit last year as fans were thrilled by the title battle between Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen. Read more...