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Home / Sport / Motorsport / Formula 1

Formula 1 news

Lawson gets 2026 Formula 1 boost as Tsunoda linked with IndyCar
Formula 1

Lawson gets 2026 Formula 1 boost as Tsunoda linked with IndyCar

The Japanese driver could be thrown a career lifeline by engine supplier Honda.

30 Oct 10:00 PM
Formula 1

Lawson blamed for near-miss incident with race marshals

Mexico’s motorsport federation says the Kiwi driver failed to slow down sufficiently.

30 Oct 08:43 PM
Formula 1

‘Kiwi generosity’: Liam Lawson auctions off first car for Gumboot Friday

Funds raised for I am Hope will help provide free counselling for under‑25s across NZ.

30 Oct 07:00 PM

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Don Kennedy: My photo shows just how close to disaster Liam Lawson and F1 came
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Don Kennedy: My photo shows just how close to disaster Liam Lawson and F1 came

OPINION: 'The cheering of the crowd turned to sounds of horror behind me.'

28 Oct 02:24 AM
Lawson made to wait to learn F1 future, Red Bull delay 2026 decision
Formula 1

Lawson made to wait to learn F1 future, Red Bull delay 2026 decision

Max Verstappen’s challenge has seen the October deadline extended.

27 Oct 08:08 AM
Alex Powell: Has Liam Lawson done enough to save his Formula 1 seat?
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Alex Powell: Has Liam Lawson done enough to save his Formula 1 seat?

27 Oct 02:00 AM
Watch: 'Could have killed him' - Lawson narrowly avoids marshals during Grand Prix
Formula 1

Watch: 'Could have killed him' - Lawson narrowly avoids marshals during Grand Prix

26 Oct 11:27 PM
Recap: Lawson out early in Mexican Grand Prix as Norris takes championship lead
Formula 1

Recap: Lawson out early in Mexican Grand Prix as Norris takes championship lead

26 Oct 10:00 PM
'He drove into the side of me': Lawson forced to retire in Mexican Grand Prix
Formula 1

'He drove into the side of me': Lawson forced to retire in Mexican Grand Prix

26 Oct 08:27 PM
'I just struggled': Qualifying mistakes see Lawson start 15th in Mexico
Formula 1

'I just struggled': Qualifying mistakes see Lawson start 15th in Mexico

The Kiwi was unable to set a flying lap in the second stage of qualifying.

25 Oct 10:05 PM
'I felt lost': Lawson narrowly misses top 10 in Mexico practice
Formula 1

'I felt lost': Lawson narrowly misses top 10 in Mexico practice

The Kiwi was given just one session on the first day of the race weekend.

24 Oct 11:08 PM
'I've done everything I can': Lawson awaits Red Bull decision over F1 future
Formula 1

'I've done everything I can': Lawson awaits Red Bull decision over F1 future

The team is expected to decide its 2026 lineups after this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix.

23 Oct 10:25 PM
Lawson out of Mexico practice in last weekend before Red Bull 2026 decision
Formula 1

Lawson out of Mexico practice in last weekend before Red Bull 2026 decision

Reserve driver Ayumu Iwasa will take the Kiwi’s place in the first practice session.

22 Oct 04:01 PM
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Alex Powell: Have Red Bull accidentally revealed Lawson's F1 future?
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Alex Powell: Have Red Bull accidentally revealed Lawson's F1 future?

OPINION: What we learned from the US Grand Prix.

20 Oct 12:01 AM
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Roigard ready to seize spotlight as All Blacks chase Grand Slam glory
All Blacks

Roigard ready to seize spotlight as All Blacks chase Grand Slam glory

After upstaging Antoine Dupont last year, All Blacks halfback is relishing another battle.

31 Oct 08:00 PM
Breakers crush defending champs to snap away losing streak
Breakers

Breakers crush defending champs to snap away losing streak

The Breakers snapped a four-game losing run in Wollongong with style.

31 Oct 06:17 PM
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Friendly fire: Mateship and conflict inside All Blacks' rivalry with Ireland
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Friendly fire: Mateship and conflict inside All Blacks' rivalry with Ireland

At a 1972 match in Belfast the All Blacks were cheered as soldiers guarded the sidelines.

31 Oct 06:01 PM
How Jesse Randall went from fringe player to vital force for Auckland FC
Auckland FC

How Jesse Randall went from fringe player to vital force for Auckland FC

Coach Steve Corica says Randall’s breakout form stems from an impressive offseason.

31 Oct 06:00 PM
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'Stalled': Too much TMO, kicking - Richie McCaw on the state of rugby ... and the All Blacks
All Blacks

'Stalled': Too much TMO, kicking - Richie McCaw on the state of rugby ... and the All Blacks

Inside the All Blacks' mystique: NZR brings out its trump card in US to help build brand.

31 Oct 05:05 PM
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Gregor Paul: The questionable benefits of Jordie Barrett’s Irish stay
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Gregor Paul: The questionable benefits of Jordie Barrett’s Irish stay

OPINION: Jordie Barrett must have picked up invaluable information while in Ireland.

31 Oct 04:00 PM
Walker chasing first Derby but two Roses may smell sweeter
Racing

Walker chasing first Derby but two Roses may smell sweeter

The champion NZ trainer is looking for his first Derby win as Melbourne Cup week starts.

31 Oct 04:00 PM
Double boxing champ sanctioned over cannabis use
Boxing

Double boxing champ sanctioned over cannabis use

The young professional boxer tested positive for cannabis use in June.

31 Oct 05:22 AM

More Formula 1 news

'We had points available': Lawson caps frustrating US Grand Prix weekend
Formula 1

'We had points available': Lawson caps frustrating US Grand Prix weekend

For the second time in two days, the Kiwi missed the points by one place.

19 Oct 08:39 PM
Liam Lawson just short of points at US Grand Prix
Formula 1

Liam Lawson just short of points at US Grand Prix

Lawson battled to get into the points all race but was left empty-handed in Austin.

19 Oct 08:30 PM
Lawson's qualifying time deleted again, Kiwi to start 12th at US Grand Prix
Formula 1

Lawson's qualifying time deleted again, Kiwi to start 12th at US Grand Prix

Liam Lawson was just 0.122s shy of breaking into the top 10 before exceeding track limits.

18 Oct 10:03 PM
Lawson survives chaotic start for top 10 finish in Austin sprint race
Formula 1

Lawson survives chaotic start for top 10 finish in Austin sprint race

The Kiwi missed the points, but bested Racing Bulls teammate Isack Hadjar.

18 Oct 05:43 PM
'What the **** was that?': Lawson's lap deleted in Austin sprint qualifying
Formula 1

'What the **** was that?': Lawson's lap deleted in Austin sprint qualifying

The Kiwi will start 15th, after being forced to take evasive action on track.

17 Oct 10:17 PM
'It's been a crazy year': Lawson's quest to keep F1 seat enters final push
Formula 1

'It's been a crazy year': Lawson's quest to keep F1 seat enters final push

Red Bull have indicated there are two races for the Kiwi to keep his Racing Bulls seat.

17 Oct 02:00 AM
Schumacher shows ‘good signs’ in rare positive health update
Formula 1

Schumacher shows ‘good signs’ in rare positive health update

The seven-time F1 champion suffered severe head injuries in a 2013 ski crash.

14 Oct 05:25 AM
F1 accused of televising drivers’ girlfriends over race action
Formula 1

F1 accused of televising drivers’ girlfriends over race action

F1’s broadcast also failed to show Alonso’s late chase of Hamilton.

08 Oct 06:32 PM
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Alex Powell: Will Racing Bulls’ gambles cost Lawson his F1 career?
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Alex Powell: Will Racing Bulls’ gambles cost Lawson his F1 career?

OPINION: What we learned from the Singapore Grand Prix.

06 Oct 12:42 AM
Lawson's pit gamble fails as he endures difficult weekend in Singapore
Formula 1

Lawson's pit gamble fails as he endures difficult weekend in Singapore

The Kiwi managed a 49-lap first stint, but hopes of a safety car went unrewarded.

05 Oct 01:49 PM
'Not good enough': Second crash costs Lawson, Kiwi to start 12th in Singapore
Formula 1

'Not good enough': Second crash costs Lawson, Kiwi to start 12th in Singapore

For the second time in 24 hours, Lawson hit the wall on the Marina Bay Street Circuit.

04 Oct 02:11 PM
'I'll learn': Lawson hits wall, Singapore Grand Prix practice ruined
Formula 1

'I'll learn': Lawson hits wall, Singapore Grand Prix practice ruined

A mistake at turn 16 triggered a red flag and prematurely ended the Kiwi’s day.

03 Oct 02:03 PM
'Love this place': Singapore success key in Lawson's battle for F1 future
Formula 1

'Love this place': Singapore success key in Lawson's battle for F1 future

For the first time in his career, Lawson returns to a track he’s previously succeeded on.

02 Oct 10:00 PM
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'In my arms': Hamilton says goodbye to dog Roscoe at 12
Formula 1

'In my arms': Hamilton says goodbye to dog Roscoe at 12

Formula One driver skipped a Ferrari tyre test to stay with his dog in hospital.

29 Sep 07:55 PM
Christian Horner's $184m payout to leave Red Bull
Formula 1

Christian Horner's $184m payout to leave Red Bull

Christian Horner had five and a half years left on his Red Bull contract.

22 Sep 05:48 PM
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Alex Powell: Dominoes falling as Lawson fights Tsunoda for F1 future
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Alex Powell: Dominoes falling as Lawson fights Tsunoda for F1 future

OPINION: What we learned from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

21 Sep 08:00 PM
Lawson claims career-best F1 result despite missing podium in Baku
Formula 1

Lawson claims career-best F1 result despite missing podium in Baku

The Kiwi defended admirably over the 51 laps of the Azerbaijan circuit.

21 Sep 12:46 PM
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Lawson claims career-best qualifying position, to start third in Baku
Formula 1

Lawson claims career-best qualifying position, to start third in Baku

The Kiwi equalled Racing Bulls’ best start and begins on the second row in Azerbaijan.

20 Sep 02:06 PM
'Today was good': Lawson impressive in Azerbaijan Formula 1 practice
Formula 1

'Today was good': Lawson impressive in Azerbaijan Formula 1 practice

The Kiwi bettered teammate Isack Hadjar in both of Friday’s sessions.

19 Sep 01:06 PM
Lawson open to Racing Bulls stay as Red Bull driver decision looms
Formula 1

Lawson open to Racing Bulls stay as Red Bull driver decision looms

The Kiwi has eight races left this year to fight for another promotion.

18 Sep 05:00 PM
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