
Hot Take: Red Bull’s 2026 Future Is Looking Worse By The Minute...
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On July 9, Oracle Red Bull Racing Team Principal Christian Horner was fired from the team effective immediately. The announcement was a shock to everyone, including the blindsided Horner who was unaware that the sacking would occur. Let’s discuss why this move means rocky roads ahead for Red Bull, especially under the upcoming 2026 regulations.

Hot Take: Flavio Briatore Needs to Say “Arrivederci” to His Position in Formula 1
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Every F1 fan knows that the industry is brutal and quick when it comes to decisions. Driver swaps bring out the worst in the sport, and the new drama going down at Alpine is no different. From Doohan’s replacement to Oliver Oakes’ firing, the French team is facing great leadership instability and uncertainty. Where did all of their problems come from? Let’s break it down.

Hot Take: Lewis Won’t Win His 8th Title at Ferrari
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Hamilton’s season at Ferrari is off to a less than stellar start, and many fans worry that it may not have been the right decision. Let’s dive into the concerns over Hamilton wearing red, and how his current performance may foreshadow continued suffering on the Italian team.

Hot Take: George Russell is the Most Consistent Driver on the 2025 Grid
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Everybody’s posh king and the meme ruler of F1, but George Russell is more than just an entertaining driver off the track. The Mercedes driver has performed incredibly well so far this year, and it’s time he earns the respect he deserves.

Hot Take: Ranking Each 2025 Rookie Driver
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There are 5 rookies in the F1 class of 2025 (not including Fernando Alonso or Liam Lawson), and so far this season has been a mixed bag in terms of results. Today we’ll be evaluating each rookie based on their strengths and weaknesses to pick the most talented, most underrated, and best team players.

Hot Take: Valtteri Bottas is the Most Underrated F1 Driver
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There, I said it- Valtteri Bottas is extremely overlooked and underestimated in the world of F1. This legend deserves more recognition for his impact on the sport, and today we will honor his current legacy and celebrate his accomplishments as well as look to his future, which is looking bright.

Hot Take: Liam Lawson Let Go At Goldilocks Timing
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In the break week between the Chinese GP and the Japanese GP, Tsunoda has taken the 2nd Red Bull Racing seat as Lawson has been swapped to the Racing Bulls team. After only two races of the season, some find it shocking that Lawson was not given more time to adapt. However, the time of the swap was strategic for many reasons, and honestly Red Bull made the right call at the right time.

Hot Take: The F1 Clock is Ticking for Helmut Marko
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Over the years, Marko has publicly insulted Sergio Perez, Lando Norris, and most recently Isack Hadjar. The presence of criticism and outside opinion can foster nerves in the paddock, and Marko exemplifies this tension the best.

Hot Take: Oscar’s McLaren Contract Renewal Previews Team Priorities
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Race week is upon us, and McLaren driver Oscar Piastri’s contract has been extended past the 2025 season.

Off-season Opinion: How Preseason Testing Factors Into Race Day Results
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From February 26-28, all 10 teams gathered at the Bahrain International Circuit for three days of preseason car testing, media, and press conferences. Let’s recap that weekend and review how events may impact races later this season.

Off-Season Opinion: My Review of the F175 Live Event
The 2025 F1 season started with a bang on February 18th with the F175 Live Event. The event took place at the O2 in London and was also streamed live on Youtube for fans across the world. The show was extremely entertaining, full of laughs, and a near-perfect intro to the 75th year of Formula 1. Let’s recap some of the highlights!