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Max Verstappen: FIA doesn’t need to release full Abu Dhabi F1 report
Reigning Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen says the FIA doesn’t need to release its full report into the controversial events of last year’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton vs Max Verstappen: Why F1 needs a 2022 rematch
Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton’s duel for the 2021 crown will go down in sporting history as one of the most dramatic, but also one of the most controversial. Crash.net examines why Formula 1 needs another duel between these two titans in 2022.
Video: Is Wolff and Horner's rivalry bad for F1 in 2022?
Formula 1's dramatic 2021 season saw a new rivalry emerge with Mercedes' Toto Wolff often exchanging words with Red Bull's Christian Horner. As F1 embarks on a new season, Crash.net looks at whether their continued rivalry is bad for the sport?
F1 Gossip: Mercedes ‘bullying’ influenced Masi’s exit - Horner
In the latest Formula 1 gossip column, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has accused Mercedes of ‘bullying’ behaviour which led to the exit of former race director Michael Masi.
‘The freshest I’ve ever felt’ - Hamilton energised for new F1 season
Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton says he feels energised going into the 2022 campaign as he looks to bounce back from the disappointing title loss to Max Verstappen.
FIA threw Masi ‘under the bus’ with sacking after F1 finale - Verstappen
2021 Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen has criticised the FIA for its treatment of former race director Michael Masi following the controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
F1 Gossip: Horner defends Masi, calls sacking “harsh”
In the latest Formula 1 gossip column, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has called the FIA’s decision to sack Michael Masi “harsh”, while Valtteri Bottas doesn’t believe any other driver can beat Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes.
VAR “a step in the right direction” for F1 - Russell
George Russell has backed the FIA’s changes to how race control oversees Formula 1 grands prix following the controversial end to the 2021 season in Abu Dhabi.
Wolff denies Mercedes requested Masi's removal, backs 'necessary' FIA changes
Toto Wolff has denied questions that Mercedes only dropped its appeal against the FIA’s handling of the controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix because it knew Michael Masi was going to be dropped as Formula 1 race director.
‘I never said I was going to stop’ - Hamilton on F1 exit rumours
Lewis Hamilton has played down any suggestions that he was about to quit Formula 1 following the controversial end to the 2021 season.
Ferrari supports FIA restructure after Abu Dhabi F1 controversy
Mattia Binotto says Ferrari backs the FIA’s decision to restructure how race control oversees Formula 1 grands prix after the controversial ending to the 2021 title race.
Michael Masi replaced as race director amid FIA ‘reform’ into F1 refereeing
The FIA has announced an “in-depth reform” into the organisation of refereeing in Formula 1, with Michael Masi removed from the position of race director.
F1 Gossip: Red Bull signs 'largest crypto deal' in sports
In the latest Formula 1 gossip column, Red Bull has signed a multi-year partnership with cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, reportedly worth $150 million, while Jenson Button has defended FIA race director Michael Masi.
F1 Abu Dhabi action plan will keep FIA's integrity intact, says president
The FIA’s review into last year’s controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will protect the integrity of Formula 1’s governing body, according to its president Mohammed Ben Sulayem.
F1 to make “structural changes” after Abu Dhabi title finale debacle
The FIA will make “structural changes” to Formula 1 after the controversial events of the 2021 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, with the findings set to be presented to the public “in the coming days”.
What to expect from Monday’s Abu Dhabi F1 inquiry meeting?
The FIA is set to present its findings of its investigation into last year’s controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix to the F1 Commission today. But what will the outcome mean for the sport, Michael Masi and Lewis Hamilton?
Sebastian Vettel hopes F1 race director Masi keeps job amid criticism
Sebastian Vettel believes FIA race director Michael Masi deserves to keep his job despite the criticism he faces in the wake of Formula 1’s title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.
Red Bull-Masi F1 radio messages ‘really uncomfortable’, says Martin Brundle
Ex-Formula 1 driver turned commentator Martin Brundle says the radio exchange between Red Bull and FIA race director Michael Masi at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix makes for “really uncomfortable” listening.
Steiner has "full confidence" FIA will fix F1 race director issue
Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner says he has "full confidence" that the FIA will resolve its issues surrounding the controversial events of the season finale in Abu Dhabi.
Red Bull: "More than capable" Michael Masi can be successful F1 race director
Red Bull’s sporting director Jonathan Wheatley believes Michael Masi is “more than capable” of emulating Charlie Whiting’s success in the role of Formula 1’s race director with the right support.
'It was theft' - WRC legend Ogier on Hamilton’s F1 2021 title defeat
Eight-time World Rally Champion Sebastien Ogier thinks Lewis Hamilton was “robbed” of the 2021 Formula 1 world drivers’ championship.
FIA responds to speculation about Masi’s future as F1 race director
The FIA has insisted no decision has been taken following its analysis of Formula 1’s controversial title-deciding Abu Dhabi Grand Prix amid speculation over the future of current race director Michael Masi.
Masi could be replaced as FIA race director after F1 finale controversy
Current race director Michael Masi could be replaced ahead of the 2022 Formula 1 season, according to the FIA's head of single-seaters Peter Bayer.
Removing Michael Masi won’t fix F1’s problem, warns Martin Brundle
Sacking Michael Masi would not solve Formula 1’s problems amid an inquiry into last year’s controversial Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Martin Brundle has warned.