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

'If he leaves, I will too' - How Michael Schumacher’s loyalty saved Jean Todt at Ferrari
10 years on from Michael Schumacher’s tragic skiing accident, Jean Todt has detailed how the German’s loyalty kept him in the top job at Ferrari before their historic success together.

F1 2023’s underachievers: Who were the biggest disappointments?
The 2023 F1 season wasn’t memorable for everyone, so who disappointed with their underwhelming performances?

F1 2023’s over-achievers: Which drivers didn’t get enough credit?
Max Verstappen rightly stole the plaudits in F1 2023 thanks to his peerless performances, but which other drivers impressed the most?

The forgotten story of when Lewis Hamilton actually did hold talks with Red Bull
A Lewis Hamilton-Red Bull F1 soap opera dominated much of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix season finale, though it was not the first time the rumour erupted.

F1 2023 end of year ratings: Who was the best performer behind Max Verstappen?
After each F1 race weekend in 2023, Crash.net journalist Connor McDonagh rated each driver’s performance out of 10.

F1 2023 head-to-heads: Which drivers dominated their teammates?
The 2023 F1 season drew to a close in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, but which drivers got the better of their teammates over the course of the campaign?

Abu Dhabi driver ratings: Yuki Tsunoda shows why he shouldn't be overlooked by Red Bull for 2025
Crash.net F1 journalist Connor McDonagh runs through his final driver ratings of the year for the season-ending 2023 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

What’s left to play for in F1’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix season finale?
Can Mercedes hold off a resurgent Ferrari at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix in the battle to secure runner-up spot in F1 2023?

Las Vegas GP driver ratings: Max Verstappen is just "inevitable" but he doesn't get a 10/10
Crash.net F1 journalist Connor McDonagh runs through his driver ratings for the 2023 Las Vegas Grand Prix - the penultimate round of the season.

What caused Mercedes to suffer their ‘worst weekend in 13 years’ at the F1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix?
Twelve months on from the contrasting scene of their last F1 victory, Mercedes endured a truly wretched Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

Sao Paulo GP F1 driver ratings: Two 10/10s and one underrated midfield driver impresses yet again
Crash.net F1 journalist Connor McDonagh runs through his driver ratings for the 2023 Sao Paulo Grand Prix.

How will Sergio Perez respond and can Mercedes grab another win at the F1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix?
Can Sergio Perez recover from a devastating result as the battle for runner-up spot in the F1 championship hots up at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix?

Will Sergio Perez’s own goal and Daniel Ricciardo’s revival make Red Bull think twice about F1 2024?
After appearing like he had finally turned a corner, Sergio Perez’s home F1 race quickly descended into a nightmare at a time he can ill-afford it.

Mexico City Grand Prix driver ratings: A 10/10 drive in the midfield as George Russell struggles again
Crash.net F1 journalist Connor McDonagh runs through his driver ratings for the 2023 Mexico City Grand Prix.

How likely is another Mercedes challenge at Max Verstappen’s best F1 track?
Can Mercedes mount another challenge for the victory at this weekend’s Mexico City Grand Prix? - a race that has been won by Max Verstappen on four previous occasions.

Did Mercedes’ illegal F1 plank wear boost Lewis Hamilton's pace and was it caused by floor upgrade?
Mercedes insiders have admitted that the plank wear problem that led to Lewis Hamilton’s United States Grand Prix disqualification would have impacted his F1 car’s performance.

United States GP driver ratings: A DSQ doesn't stop Lewis Hamilton getting 10/10 rating
Crash.net F1 journalist Connor McDonagh runs through his driver ratings for the 2023 United States Grand Prix.

How at risk is Sergio Perez’s P2 spot to Lewis Hamilton in 2023?
The race for second-place behind Max Verstappen is on between Sergio Perez and Lewis Hamilton. How likely is Perez going to lose it in the final five races?

Is Lando Norris trying too hard and will unflappable Oscar Piastri cause McLaren F1 power shift?
Described as the “best” driver line-up on the F1 grid by Max Verstappen, a fascinating dynamic is unfolding at McLaren between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri.

Qatar GP driver ratings: Three F1 drivers star as Sergio Perez delivers a sackable performance
Crash.net F1 journalist Connor McDonagh runs through his driver ratings for the 2023 Qatar Grand Prix.

Why Qatar should be McLaren’s best chance of winning in F1 2023
Here’s why this weekend’s Qatar Grand Prix should be McLaren’s best chance of winning a race in F1 2023.

Five fantasy moves for 2026 with F1 game of ‘musical chairs’ predicted
Nico Hulkenberg has predicted that a game of “musical chairs” will take place in the F1 driver market ahead of a looming regulation overhaul in 2026.

Predicting the remaining F1 constructors’ battles in 2023
While Red Bull have wrapped up the F1 constructors’ championship in 2023, there’s still a lot to play for…

After Suzuka ‘shocker’, just how safe is Sergio Perez’s Red Bull F1 seat?
After enduring what his Red Bull F1 team boss Christian Horner described as being a “shocker” of a Japanese Grand Prix, is Sergio Perez’s seat safe?