F1 Features
In-depth F1 features and F1 exclusive articles from Crash.

Haas’ headache as spotlight turns again on new F1 signing Nikita Mazepin
Why latest incident involving Nikita Mazepin is an unwelcome reminder for Haas that it cannot risk allowing the youngster to become bigger than the team itself

Why Red Bull can no longer ignore F1 winner Sergio Perez for 2021
Following his shock maiden F1 win in Bahrain, Red Bull can simply no longer ignore Sergio Perez as an option for a 2021 seat, writes Lewis Larkam.

F1 Driver Ratings from the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix in Bahrain
Crash.net F1 Digital Editor Lewis Larkam runs through the field’s driver ratings following the 2020 Sakhir GP at the Bahrain International Circuit.

Perez goes last to first, heartbreak for Russell - F1 Sakhir GP Winners & Losers
We round up F1’s winners and losers from a dramatic Sakhir GP, which delivered a first-time victor and a hugely exciting race.

Do Mercedes need big-bucks Hamilton with F1 sub Russell shining?
Do Mercedes still need Lewis Hamilton after George Russell's starring stand-in performance in Bahrain, and could it impact a big-money F1 deal?

Drivers predicting F1 qualifying "carnage" on Bahrain's short Outer Loop
F1 drivers are expecting Bahrain’s shorter Outer Loop circuit to result in a qualifying “mess” and traffic “carnage” at the Sakhir Grand Prix.

‘I’m at peace, I’m going to die’ - Grosjean recounts 28-second F1 crash escape
Romain Grosjean has provided an extraordinary account of his miraculous 28-second escape from the burning wreckage of his Haas F1 car after his terrifying Bahrain Grand Prix crash.

F1 Sakhir GP talking points: Can Russell win Mercedes shootout against Bottas?
Can George Russell make the most of his chance to impress Mercedes by beating Valtteri Bottas in this weekend's Sakhir GP?

Why George Russell should drive Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes in the Sakhir GP
Why Mercedes shouldn't pass up this unexpected opportunity to pitch its potential future against its present by borrowing George Russell to replace Lewis Hamilton in Bahrain

Who will replace F1 champ Lewis Hamiton at Mercedes for Sakhir Grand Prix?
Lewis Hamilton's absence from this weekend's Sakhir Grand Prix means one (lucky) driver will drive his title-winning, championship dominating Mercedes W11 this weekend... but who will it be?

How Romain Grosjean miraculously escaped F1 inferno with his life
A round-up of the factors which helped Romain Grosjean pull off a miracle F1 escape from his terrifying crash in the Bahrain GP.

F1 Driver Ratings from the 2020 Bahrain Grand Prix
Crash.net F1 Digital Editor Lewis Larkam runs through the field’s driver ratings following the 2020 Bahrain GP at the Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir.

Grosjean’s miracle and a Racing Point nightmare - F1 Bahrain GP Winners & Losers
We round up F1’s winners and losers from an incident-filled Bahrain GP at Sakhir, which began and ended up in dramatic circumstances…

‘I don’t know how he got out’ - How F1’s drivers viewed Grosjean’s "scary" crash
F1 drivers have provided their perspectives of Romain Grosjean’s “horrible” fiery accident on the opening lap of the Bahrain GP.

Can Red Bull capitalise on ‘compromised’ Mercedes in F1 Bahrain GP?
Mercedes were once again the team to beat in F1 qualifying at the Bahrain International Circuit, but that might not necessarily translate into Sunday's race under the lights...

What’s left at stake in F1’s final triple header in 2020?
Both F1 titles may be sorted, but there are plenty of scores to settle in the final triple-header of a frantic and unprecedented season.

How Do Lewis Hamilton's Landmark 7 F1 Titles Rank?
A record-equalling seventh F1 World Championship title sees Lewis Hamilton draw level with Michael Schumacher... but how do each of his titles compare with one another
Magnificent seven: Lewis Hamilton’s F1 world titles ranked
From the unrivalled late drama of 2008 to a record-equalling triumph in 2020, we rank all seven of Lewis Hamilton’s world championship triumphs in F1.

10 key moments that helped Lewis Hamilton decide the 2020 F1 title early
We take a look back at some of the key moments that swung the 2020 F1 title battle in Lewis Hamilton's favour and enabled him to wrap up an early championship...

Is Lewis Hamilton F1’s greatest ever? And how long will his reign last?
After matching Michael Schumacher's long-held record of most F1 world championships, Lewis Hamilton has cemented himself as one of the greatest drivers of all time. We take a look at some of the remarkable numbers behind his success, and look at what comes next...

F1 Driver Ratings from the 2020 Turkish Grand Prix
Crash.net F1 Digital Editor Lewis Larkam runs through the field’s driver ratings following the 2020 Turkish GP at Istanbul Park, Turkey.

Six spins for Bottas, seven titles for Hamilton - F1 Turkish GP Winners & Losers
We round up F1's winners and losers from a wet and wild Turkish Grand Prix at Istanbul, as Lewis Hamilton wrapped up title No.7...

How Lewis Hamilton equalled F1’s greatest-ever record
The story of how Lewis Hamilton won each of his seven F1 world titles on a 14-year journey en route to matching the great Michael Schumacher...

How Hamilton can equal Schumacher’s F1 title record in Turkey
The title permutations heading into the Turkish GP - which marks Lewis Hamilton's first shot at clinching a record-equalling world championship...