The Turkish Grand Prix will return to the F1 calendar in 2027 with a new five-year deal, taking a slot on the now-full 24-race schedule. The event at the acclaimed Istanbul Park circuit replaces the Dutch and rotating Spanish GPs, marking a significant comeback backed by the Turkish government. This move effectively locks the calendar until 2028, pausing the entry of other new venues.
F1’s Turkish Grand Prix comeback at Istanbul Park has reignited calls for other historic venues to return. Fans and drivers cite Kyalami, Sepang, Nürburgring, Imola and Portimão as top candidates.
Audi F1 has named motorsport veteran Allan McNish as its Racing Director, a new role created to bolster trackside leadership. The Le Mans legend and former Audi Formula E boss will oversee all race operations and strategy while continuing to lead driver development, reporting to project chief Mattia Binotto as the team prepares for its 2026 entry.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown argues that close ties between F1 teams, like Red Bull's dual ownership and Haas's Ferrari link, create unfair sporting and financial advantages, threatening the sport's integrity. He calls for greater independence among all teams to preserve fair competition and maintain fan trust.
The Turkish Grand Prix is officially set for a full-time return to the F1 calendar in 2027, occupying the last available slot and capping the season at 24 races. Istanbul Park will join the schedule as part of a series of calendar changes, replacing a rotating event.
McLaren plans to unveil an aerodynamically 'entirely new' car at the Miami GP, hoping to mirror its 2023 upgrade success. Team boss Andrea Stella confirmed the package, developed during the early-season calendar break, aims to close the gap to Mercedes and Ferrari.
Formula 1 has officially announced the return of the Turkish Grand Prix at the iconic Istanbul Park circuit, with a multi-year agreement securing its place on the calendar from 2027 through 2031.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown reaffirms his belief that Max Verstappen would join Mercedes if he leaves Red Bull after 2026, while simultaneously shutting down any rumors of a McLaren move for the champion. Brown praised his own drivers, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, as the perfect pairing, leaving the future of F1's most coveted seat a topic of intense speculation.
Oliver Bearman, the young Haas F1 driver, openly targets a future race seat with Ferrari but stresses the long and demanding journey required to earn it. He highlights the deep trust Ferrari has placed in him, from his academy signing to his surprise F1 debut, and is focused on learning and proving himself with Haas first.
Audi has named former Le Mans champion Allan McNish to take over many duties of ex‑team boss Jonathan Wheatley. He will work under project director Mattia Binotto and debut at the Miami Grand Prix.
McLaren CEO Zak Brown has quashed rumors of a future move for Max Verstappen, emphatically backing Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri as the team's long-term pairing. He redirected speculation by predicting Mercedes as the most likely destination if the reigning champion ever leaves Red Bull.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff is actively trying to dampen the hype and historic comparisons surrounding young star Kimi Antonelli, who leads the championship after two wins. Wolff expressed concern over parallels to Ayrton Senna, stressing the importance of managing pressure and expectations for the 19-year-old Italian's long-term development.
