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Formula 1 and Lewis Hamilton fan - #TeamLH. Believer in fairness and integrity in #F1. Anti-cheating and manipulation in sport.

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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
Fred is right that Horner is a distraction. But he’s only able to be a distraction because Fred hasn’t done enough to put Ferrari onto a the right path. Improvements have been made, but many more are needed. Quickly! #F1 www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Formula 1: Ferrari's Frederic Vasseur says Christian Horner is proving a distraction
Christian Horner is proving a distraction for Ferrari by "looking for a job", team principal Frederic Vasseur says.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
#F1 fans complain about a complete borefest at the Madring. The response? Let’s have a Monaco sprint race! 🤦🏻‍♂️ www.motorsport.com/f1/news/f1-a...
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F1 announces 2027 calendar - with Monaco among 10 sprint races
Monaco will host an F1 sprint race for the first time in 2027 as the championship expands the format from six to 10 events on its new 24-race calendar
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Well, what a dreadfully dull and boring race it was at the Madring. I don’t understand how you can design a brand new track with virtually zero overtaking opportunities and give it a 10 year contract. Ridiculous. 🤷🏻‍♂️ #F1 #SpanishGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 06/09/2026
Lewis is right. He was brought to Ferrari not just for his speed and driving skills, but for his experience. He knows what it takes to win championships. His changes have already helped. If Ferrari don’t listen now, they’ll continue to fall short. #F1 www.the-race.com/formula-1/he...
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'Here there are no rules' - Hamilton calls Ferrari out
Lewis Hamilton has hit out at a lack of rules at Ferrari, after an Italian GP compromised by an early incident with team-mate Charles Leclerc
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 26/07/2026
Norris wins it from Verstappen and Antonelli. Lewis P5 after the penalty with Leclerc P4. Ferrari 100% cost Lewis a podium, though. P2 or P3 was nailed on if he had stayed out under the VSC. Stupid, stupid, stupid. #F1 #HungarianGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 25/07/2026
So frustrating to see Lewis starting P5 after such a strong quali. Still, the pace is definitely there this weekend, so I'm hoping for an attacking drive tomorrow. It ain't over until it's over! #F1 #HungarianGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
A really mature drive from Kimi to win at Spa. Another big jump in his championship lead, too. Woody was unfortunate to crash out in what should have been deemed a racing incident with Lewis. The stewards' decision making really needs looking at both for that and Charles' contact with Oscar. #F1
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 19/07/2026
The cars are effectively deciding when and how much to deploy and harvest themselves. I’m not convinced that the behaviour of the new PUs doesn’t breach the “driving alone and unaided” rule, tbh. 🤷🏻‍♂️ #F1 www.motorsport.com/f1/news/why-...
motorsport.com
Why F1 drivers are being beaten by their own power units
McLaren team boss Andrea Stella is seeing striking parallels between Oscar Piastri and George Russell's struggles in Belgian Grand Prix qualifying, and suspects they are beyond their own control
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 18/07/2026
Maybe Woody just isn't as fast as Kimi. Occam's razor.🤷🏻‍♂️ #F1 #BelgianGP www.motorsport.com/f1/news/seri...
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“Serious issue at play” – Why George Russell changed his mind about deficit to Kimi Antonelli
Russell had come to believe driving style was the reason for him losing time to Mercedes team-mate Antonelli – but both he and the team have now eliminated this line of enquiry
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 07/07/2026
It’s absolute joke to look at the Ferrari wing on safety grounds when they’ve had no issues. If there are concerns about Red Bull’s concept because of one of their drivers crashing twice and blaming it, then ban theirs. 🤷🏻‍♂️ #F1 www.the-race.com/formula-1/fe...
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Two 'Macarena' F1 wings subject to FIA safety probe
The FIA is in safety talks with Red Bull and Ferrari over the designs of their 'Macarena' revolving F1 rear wings
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 05/07/2026
Charles drove very well. Excellent win for him, but he got a bit of luck with Kimi's issues. A very lucky P2 for Woody! A 16th Silverstone podium for Lewis. What a record! Getting to the point where a P3 feels disappointing is amazing! Hopefully, no post-race stewards BS... #F1 #BritishGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Interesting race. Woody drove well to win but was under a bit of pressure at the end. Probably not quite as much as Max was from Kimi, though! Disappointing race for Ferrari. I struggled to understand the strategy for Lewis. P5 for him and only P8 for Charles despite starting P2 #F1 #AustrianGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
So, the FIA becomes a dictatorship. Ben Sulayem has systematically weakened governance structures and now we're in "president for life" territory. This is an absolute farce. #F1 www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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FIA passes proposal to end presidency term limits by majority of more than 90%
Formula 1's governing body the FIA passes a proposal to end term limits for its president by a majority of more than 90%.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Pundits like Villeneuve have no credibility. Their views change with the wind. I guess they succeed in keeping their names in the headlines and generating the attention that they seem so desperate for. 🙄 #F1 www.motorsport.com/f1/news/jacq...
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Jacques Villeneuve calls on Ferrari to favour Lewis Hamilton – but will it happen?
According to the 1997 world champion, Ferrari must prioritise Hamilton over Leclerc as the Briton surges to second in the standings
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 14/06/2026
LEWIS HAMILTON WINS FOR FERRARI!!! OMG! What a race. What a driver! That's win number 106(7) for the #F1 GOAT! #BarcelonaGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 13/06/2026
What a great #BarcelonaGP quali for Lewis. A first Ferrari front row start and so, so close to pole! I'm really hoping that he can compete for the win tomorrow. The Merc is clearly still the faster car, but with a good launch off the line and, hopefully, better tyre deg, there is a chance... 🤞🏻 #F1
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
The FIA actually admitting they were wrong is a massive surprise! I do feel a bit for Hadjar, but Gasly was unfairly penalised (as were others, which nothing will be done about…). #F1 www.formula1.com/en/latest/ar...
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Gasly regains Monaco GP podium after Right of Review
The outcome of a 'Right of Review' submitted by Alpine over the time penalties given to Pierre Gasly during the Monaco Grand Prix has been announced.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 07/06/2026
Kimi really is on a roll! Five in a row is great and with Woody non-scoring (again!) he's well in control of the WDC. Lewis drove brilliantly, too. Two P2s in a row and now P2 in the championship! Brilliant to see him driving with such speed and confidence again. A bit of a crazy #MonacoGP! #F1
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
Imagine being stuck with this clown as FIA president ad infinitum. He's already weakened governance massively and this would probably be the final nail in the coffin. Ben Sulayem is nothing but an aspiring tin pot dictator. He has to go. #NoMoreBS #F1 www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Mohammed Ben Sulayem proposes removal of term limits for FIA presidents
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is proposing a removal of term limits for the position as head of motorsport's governing body.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
Hope that Lewis and Ferrari can build on the solid foundations that they’ve put in place and the strong performance in Canada. A happy Lewis is a fast Lewis! #F1 www.autosport.com/f1/news/why-...
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Why Hamilton now has everything in the right place at Ferrari
Finishing second in Formula 1's Canadian Grand Prix, Lewis Hamilton says he's the happiest he has been at Ferrari. Here's why
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Imo, the power from the ICE should make up a higher proportion of the overall power output. But, I can see why some don’t want to be disadvantaged by changes. Fundamentally, though, no-one should be pandering to Max. If he doesn’t like #F1, let him walk. www.the-race.com/formula-1/wh...
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Why Audi is now key to Verstappen’s F1 future
Max Verstappen's threat to quit F1 in 2027 is serious - and F1's best route to avoid this appears to be a compromise with Audi
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Kimi winning again was excellent. He’s so genuine, likeable and clearly fast! Yes, Woody was a bit unfortunate, but I can’t feel sorry for him. Hopefully, being 43 points behind in the championship will mean that he dials down the odious cocky smugness, but I wouldn’t bet on it. #F1 #CanadianGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Brilliant to see Lewis taking P2 in Canada and passing Verstappen around the outside of T1 along the way. He’s been outstanding all weekend and was deservedly driver of the day. His best Grand Prix result for Ferrari. Hope he can maintain this form! #F1 #CanadianGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 24/05/2026
Can you imagine the melt down if this big baby was on the other side of AD21? All of a sudden, I’m hoping they leave the PU regs alone for next year. There’s always GT3 if it’s all too tough for you, Max. 👍🏻
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Horner is like a turd that won't flush. While a 12th team would be great, having him involved in it would not be! Thankfully, this would be likely to take quite some time. Hopefully, we're free of his toxic presence in #F1 for several years, at least! www.the-race.com/formula-1/ho...
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Horner in talks over new BYD F1 team entry
Former Red Bull boss Christian Horner's return to Formula 1 could be as the head of a 12th team entry with Chinese car manufacturer BYD
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Increasing the amount of power from the ICE and dialling back the electrical power is the right way to go. Really pleased that these changes will happen from next year. #F1 www.the-race.com/formula-1/f1...
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F1 agrees to ditch '50/50' engine power split for 2027
F1 has agreed a plan for engine rule changes for 2027 that will include ditching the notional 50/50 power split between the engine and electrical elements
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
What dreadful news. I was hoping that we’d be rid of them when the previous contract expired. 😭
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
A race ban for Verstappen for whining about the new regs is a bit extreme… …a race ban for the ongoing, unpunished, dirty driving over several years would be very well deserved, though. #F1 www.motorsport.com/f1/news/park...
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"Park him." Montoya calls for Verstappen race ban or penalty points
Former grand prix driver thinks four-time world champion Max Verstappen should face sanctions for repeatedly criticising F1's new regulations
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Post race investigations to come. How Max gets away with just an investigation for crossing the pit exit line is beyond understanding, as is why the FIA can't make a decision on it during the race. #F1 #MiamiGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
Great job by Kimi. Three wins from pole in a row! Woody will not be happy about this. At all! McLaren has made a big step, but Ferrari will be disappointed with the result give their upgrades. The result wasn't helped by both cars getting damage, Lewis on lap 1 and Charles at the end. #F1 #MiamiGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 03/05/2026
This is the right way to go, imo. A V8 with a hybrid element providing around 25-35% (my guess) of the overall power output sounds sensible, along with a big dial down of the complexity of what we have now. #F1 www.the-race.com/formula-1/f1...
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F1 will switch to V8s and ‘minimal’ electric power - Ben Sulayem
Formula 1 will abandon its current V6 hybrids in favour of a return to V8s with “minor electrification”, FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has pledged
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Easy win for Norris. Piastri makes it a McLaren 1, 2. Kimi will be fuming with the 5 second penalty that drops him to P6. Lewis will want to make some changes to that Ferrari. He really fell away in the closing stages. Not the most exciting #F1Sprint ever... #F1 #MiamiGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 02/05/2026
Such sad news. The word “inspiration” gets thrown around a fair bit these days, but Zanardi truly was one. RIP Alex. www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Alex Zanardi: Ex-F1 driver and Paralympic champion dies aged 59
Former Formula 1 driver and Paralympic champion Alex Zanardi dies at the age of 59.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 26/04/2026
I completely agree with Zak Brown and the author of this piece. One entity should not be allowed to own multiple teams. That means no to a Merc B team and Red Bull being forced to sell a team. #F1 www.racefans.net/2026/04/26/r...
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Red Bull already has a ‘junior’ B-team – should Mercedes be allowed to have the same?
Some in Formula 1 are concerned Mercedes may be seeking a 'B team' arrangement like Red Bull have with their junior squad.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Brilliant to have Turkey back on the #F1 calendar. Who doesn’t love turn 8?! www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Turkish Grand Prix to return Formula 1 calendar in 2027
The Turkish Grand Prix will return to the Formula 1 calendar in 2027 for the first time in six years.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Hopefully, these upgrades do the trick for Ferrari. Really hoping to see them race the Macarena wing! #F1 www.motorsport.com/f1/news/ferr...
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Ferrari trials updated 'Macarena' wing in Monza F1 test
Ferrari will take substantial upgrades to Miami, with the new features tested at Monza in the meantime – including its rotating rear wing
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Some expected changes, some that are new. They sound generally sensible, but these PUs are so complex that we'll have to see how they play out in practice... #F1 www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Formula 1 makes series of rule changes to address new engine regulation concerns
Formula 1 makes a series of rule changes to address concerns about the new engine regulations that were introduced for this season.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Yet another reason why no single entity should be allowed to own two teams. It's absolutely ridiculous that this is still allowed. #F1 www.the-race.com/formula-1/re...
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Red Bull takes sister team's senior tech figure in reshuffle
Red Bull has taken a senior figure from its sister team Racing Bulls as part of a reshuffle of its F1 technical department
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Total nonsense from Wittich. Masi broke the rules at AD21 and directly reversed the legitimate outcome. It was not within his authority to do so. The FIA were right to admit it. Their mistake was not correcting the result. #F1 www.motorsport.com/f1/news/abu-...
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Niels Wittich: Michael Masi a “scapegoat” who “didn’t do much wrong” at Abu Dhabi 2021
Erstwhile F1 race director Niels Wittich has defended his predecessor’s officiating in the 2021 title decider
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Glad that the FIA has banned this "trick". There are clear safety concerns with teams avoiding the MGU-K ramp down in quali. #F1 www.the-race.com/formula-1/me...
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Mercedes-Red Bull F1 engine trick banned by FIA
The Race can reveal that a controversial engine trick used by the Mercedes and Red Bull F1 teams on qualifying laps has been banned by the FIA
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 12/04/2026
Lewis is a true sportsman. After being cheated out of his 8th WDC by the FIA and the rule breaking race director at AD21 he behaved in an exemplary manner. Imagine if roles had been reversed... Meltdown city. #F1 www.motorsport.com/f1/news/lewi...
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Lewis Hamilton hailed by James Vowles over handling of 2021 championship loss
James Vowles has praised Lewis Hamilton’s sportsmanship and leadership after his 2021 title defeat, calling his response the mark of a true champion
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Another critical member of the Red Bull team heads for the exit door. I wonder how long it’ll be before Max does likewise… #F1 www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Max Verstappen's Red Bull engineer Gianpiero Lambiase to join McLaren
Red Bull's Gianpiero Lambiase, Max Verstappen's race engineer, agrees to join McLaren from 2028.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 04/04/2026
Great to see Lewis sounding so positive! #F1 www.formula1.com/en/latest/ar...
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Hamilton on getting his mojo back in 2026
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto speaks to Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton, with the seven-time World Champion's form in 2026 suggesting he is very much back on song.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
It’s a shame that the real fixes aren’t possible until next year. For me, the key is simplifying some of the OTT complexity and increasing the proportion of power from the ICE. Do that, and I think we could have a really good formula. #F1 www.the-race.com/formula-1/f1...
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F1's plan for six 2026 rules fixes explained
F1 stakeholders have three priority areas for immediate 2026 changes, and six solutions in play. Here's what we know about those plans
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 01/04/2026
It’ll be very interesting to see if there is any change in the competitive order in Miami. I guess this could potentially be like the start of ‘22. Weird that software updates and optimisation might have a big impact, though! #F1 www.motorsport.com/f1/news/why-...
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Miami will be the start of a "new F1 championship", here's why
April's race cancellations bring Formula 1 teams in line for a major upgrade push at the Miami Grand Prix
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 30/03/2026
Very interesting. Particularly for those who doubted what Lewis said post-race. Basically, Lewis was left powerless (pun intended!) to race effectively. He did well to hold on for as long as he did. #F1 (Be sure to read both posts in the thread)
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
“And now people can easily say, 'Yeah, well, you've won so many championships and races and now just because the car is not good you are complaining.' Maybe you can see it like that…” I do. 👍🏻 #F1 www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Japanese Grand Prix: Max Verstappen says he is considering his future as he is 'not enjoying' new regulations
Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen tells BBC Sport he is considering his future in the sport.
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 29/03/2026
Back to back wins for Kimi and the championship lead! A win from pole doesn't tell the full story!! Great to see Oscar back on the podium (and in a race!) in P2. Charles drove very nicely to take P3 ahead of Woody. P6 for Lewis behind Lando. Seemed to have some car issues today... #F1 #JapaneseGP
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
I think Lewis has it spot on: ▪️Are the new regs perfect, particularly on the PU side? No. ▪️Are the cars themselves better? Yes. ▪️Is the racing better? Absolutely. It’s also great to see the self confidence back! #F1 www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Lewis Hamilton: Formula 1 now 'much more fun' in 2026 season
Lewis Hamilton says the new Formula 1 this year is
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Rob @robm.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
I'm sorry, but this is truly pathetic from Verstappen. What an absolute child. #F1 www.bbc.co.uk/sport/formul...
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Max Verstappen expels journalist from Japan GP press conference
Max Verstappen ejects a journalist from his news conference at the Japanese Grand Prix over a row that dates back to Abu Dhabi last year.
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