Ex-Red Bull strategist reveals how Formula 1 races are really won
Neil Martin is one of Formula 1’s most respected race strategists and a highly sought-after F1 speaker, with more than three decades at the forefront of performance modelling and competitive decision-making.
In this exclusive interview with the High Performance Speakers Agency, Neil Martin reflects on strategy under pressure, the realities behind race-day decision-making and what business leaders can learn from operating in one of the most intense performance environments in the world.
F1 news: Max Verstappen tops opening morning of first 2026 Bahrain pre-season test
Max Verstappen set the pace on the opening morning of Formula 1’s first 2026 pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit on Wednesday, February 11.
The Red Bull driver finished first on the timesheets during the four-hour morning session, giving his team an early benchmark as all 11 teams shared the track for the first time this week.
Testing in Bahrain begins: Where to watch F1 pre-season testing?
Pre-season testing in Bahrain has begun in preparation for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
The testing in Bahrain comes after a private shakedown in Barcelona in January, as well as after all 11 teams have unveiled their 2026 liveries.
Cadillac make statement with Super Bowl F1 livery reveal and early Bahrain testing
Cadillac have made a bold entrance into Formula 1 ahead of their debut season in 2026.
The American team revealed the first livery for their maiden F1 car in a high-profile advert during Super Bowl LX, using one of the biggest sporting events in the world to announce their arrival in the sport.
F1 news: Mercedes’ pre-season momentum sets up George Russell’s bid for Drivers’ Championship
As Formula 1 enters its most transformative season in years, all eyes are on Mercedes driver George Russell and his opportunity to fulfil the immense promise he has shown since arriving in F1.
With sweeping technical changes and fresh momentum at Mercedes, 2026 could be the year Russell transitions from contender to title challenger, writes Sports News Blitz’s Lucy Armour.
Lewis Hamilton feels ‘winning mentality’ at Ferrari ahead of new F1 season
Lewis Hamilton says he can feel a strong winning mentality at Ferrari as the team builds towards the 2026 Formula 1 season.
The seven-time world champion was speaking after a positive week of running at the Barcelona Shakedown, where Ferrari worked through its programme with few problems.
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton signals optimism after first Ferrari run of 2026
Lewis Hamilton’s first taste of Ferrari machinery for the 2026 Formula One season delivered more reassurance than concern, even if the conditions in Barcelona were far from ideal.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo breaks down the key takeaways from Hamilton’s opening Ferrari outing and what it could mean heading into the new era.
F1 news: Former Red Bull boss Christian Horner linked with potential Alpine investment
Former Red Bull team principal Christian Horner is being linked with a possible return to Formula 1 as an investor in the Alpine team, after a turbulent end to his long run at Red Bull.
Ferrari’s planning missteps threaten Lewis Hamilton’s 2026 F1 start
In modern Formula 1, identifying a problem is rarely the challenge. Finding a solution is where teams often stumble.
Ferrari seem to be caught in precisely this trap with Lewis Hamilton as the 2026 season approaches.
Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo explores the risk Ferrari run by delaying decisive action, and how poor planning around Hamilton could compromise his start to the 2026 Formula 1 season.
F1 news: Red Bull and Racing Bulls to reveal their 2026 cars
Ford is hosting an event to showcase the F1 cars of sister teams Red Bull and Racing Bulls for the upcoming 2026 season, starting later this year in March.
For F1 fans, the event will be live streamed globally on YouTube by the official Red Bull account at 3am on Friday, January 16.
This launch will mark a significant moment for both teams as they showcase their new liveries and preparations for a season shaped by exciting regulation changes.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Lucy Armour outlines five reasons to look forward to the Red Bull and Racing Bulls liveries.
F1 news: Why Lewis Hamilton’s SF-26 seat fit could define 2026
Ferrari’s leap into the 2026 Formula 1 era comes with sweeping regulation changes and even bigger questions after a bruising season exposed fundamental weaknesses.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo examines why Lewis Hamilton’s SF-26 seat fit could become one of the most important early indicators of whether Ferrari’s reset is finally heading in the right direction.
Why motorsport is leading the way on sustainability and data, according to Karun Chandhok
Karun Chandhok is one of only two Indian drivers ever to compete in Formula 1, a milestone that underscores both his skill and his influence in global motorsport.
In this exclusive interview with the London Keynote Speakers Agency, Chandhok shares his views on how electric vehicles and hybrid technologies are reshaping motorsport, the sustainability lessons offered by Formula E, and how data and artificial intelligence are driving competitive advantage at the highest levels of racing.
F1 news: Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton says it’s ‘time for change’
Lewis Hamilton has entered 2026 with a statement that reflects both honesty and resolve.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo looks at how Lewis Hamilton’s reflective birthday message signals a personal reset and a potentially defining year ahead for both the seven-time world champion and Ferrari.
Oscar Piastri says Lando Norris’ title win won’t change McLaren dynamics - ‘He’s not become Superman’
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri has made it clear that the relationship with his team-mate Lando Norris will stay the same, despite Norris winning the 2025 Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship.
Piastri insists that Norris hasn’t suddenly become unbeatable or “Superman” after securing the sport’s biggest prize.
F1 news: Stefano Domenicali backs Fred Vasseur as Ferrari eye comeback in 2026
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has publicly backed Fred Vasseur as the right man to lead Scuderia Ferrari’s bid to return to the top of the sport next season.
Domenicali, speaking about Ferrari’s plans for 2026, stressed his confidence in Vasseur’s leadership and the team’s ability to improve after a challenging 2025 campaign.
Ferrari endured a difficult 2025 season, finishing fourth in the Constructors’ Championship - their lowest position in years - and managing only a handful of podiums.
Ferrari news: Lewis Hamilton brings Christmas spirit to Maranello
Lewis Hamilton may have ended 2025 drained and frustrated, but the seven-time world champion found a different kind of victory as the year closed - one rooted in gratitude, connection, and Christmas cheer at Maranello.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo looks at how Hamilton’s unexpected festive gesture brought warmth back into the heart of Ferrari after a difficult debut season in red.
F1 2026 car launches: When will teams present their 2026 challengers?
The 2025 Formula 1 season saw Lando Norris crowned world champion for the first time in his career, but the focus is already shifting to 2026 as teams begin confirming the launch dates for their new cars.
F1 analysis: How Ferrari fell short in the 2025 Formula 1 season
With few highs and many lows, Ferrari endured a disappointing Formula 1 season in 2025.
The team wrestled with efforts to find consistency and reliability - issues that marked the overall campaign in an underwhelming year.
In this article, Sports News Blitz’s Ellie Man reflects on what was a long and difficult season for the Scuderia.
F1 news: Maurizio Arrivabene says ‘It’s over’ for Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari future
Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari was meant to represent one final, defining challenge, but his debut season provided little hope.
Here, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo examines Arrivabene’s blunt assessment and the deeper implications it carries for Hamilton’s future in red.
Portuguese GP to return to F1 calendar in 2027 and 2028
Formula 1 has officially confirmed the return of the Portuguese Grand Prix to the calendar for the 2027 and 2028 seasons, marking a major comeback for the sport after a six-year absence.