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Marquez makes history as MotoGP's youngest winner updated 16 days ago

Marc Marquez announced himself as motorcycling's bright new hope when he became the youngest rider to win a top-level race in Sunday's inaugural Grand Prix of the Americas in Texas.

Rosberg claims surprise pole position in Bahrain updated 18 days ago

Nico Rosberg has claimed a surprise pole position for Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix, but qualifying positions were once again almost a secondary consideration in a race already overshadowed by ongoing protests in the Gulf kingdom.

Business as usual for F1 despite Bahrain protests updated 19 days ago

Formula One's regulators confirmed Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix will go ahead as scheduled, despite protests in the Gulf state.

Formula One's return to Bahrain meets mixed response updated 20 days ago

Formula One has returned to Bahrain amid conflicting views about the sport's place in a country where political tensions are running high.

Kovalainen returns to help Caterham F1 updated 21 days ago

Heikki Kovalainen is returning to Formula One to help the team that fired him.

Alonso grabs China win on 'perfect Sunday' updated 24 days ago

Fernando Alonso hailed a "perfect Sunday" following his victory at the Chinese Grand Prix.

Hamilton claims maiden Mercedes pole in Shanghai updated 25 days ago

Lewis Hamilton's promising start at Mercedes continued on Saturday as he claimed his first pole for the team at qualifying for the Shanghai Grand Prix.

Vettel sluggish in Shanghai as Massa sets the pace updated 26 days ago

All eyes were on triple world champion Sebastian Vettel during practice ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, with the German back behind the wheel for the first time since ignoring team orders to clinch victory in Malaysia.

Fair game: Fast track to driver road rage? updated 26 days ago

It may not be "High Noon," but the Red Bull team are facing a Shanghai showdown when their two drivers resume rivalries at this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix.

Protests threaten to overshadow Bahrain Grand Prix again updated 27 days ago

The Bahrain Grand Prix is threatening to overshadow the Formula One season for a third year running as the kingdom's government and leading human rights organisations dispute the recent arrests of up to 70 people.

Champion Lorenzo wins MotoGP opener updated 30 days ago

Jorge Lorenzo has started the new MotoGP season just as he did in 2012 -- with victory under lights in the Qatar Grand Prix.

'Nervous' Lorenzo claims opening MotoGP pole of 2013 updated 31 days ago

World champion Jorge Lorenzo hailed MotoGP's new qualifying format after claiming pole position for Sunday's season-opening race in Qatar.

Rookie Marquez outshines MotoGP champion Lorenzo in Qatar updated 32 days ago

World champion Jorge Lorenzo may have thought new teammate Valentino Rossi would be his biggest threat of the new MotoGP season, but a surprise name will be at the head of the grid for Saturday's revamped final qualifying session in Qatar.

Red Bull clock quickest pit stop ever updated 34 days ago

Red Bull have left all other Formula One teams trailing in their wake in recent years, and now it would seem the reigning drivers' and constructors' champions are also the quickest in the pit lane.

Williams' daughter Claire promoted to deputy role updated 42 days ago

For over half a century, Formula One has been a man's game.

Fuming Webber goes surfing to cool off updated 44 days ago

Has there ever been a rivalry in a sporting team quite like the one between Sebastian Vettel and Mark Webber?

Vettel apologizes after controversial F1 win in Malaysia updated 45 days ago

World champion Sebastian Vettel apologized to Red Bull teammate Mark Webber after defying orders to snatch a "risky" victory at the Malaysian Grand Prix on Sunday and go to the top of the driver standings.

Vettel wants victory after securing pole position at Sepang updated 46 days ago

Sebastian Vettel was left frustrated after failing to make the most of his pole position at Melbourne -- but the Red Bull driver insists he won't make a similar mistake after claiming top spot on the grid for Sunday's Malaysian Grand Prix.

Ice-cool Raikkonen tops the charts in steamy Malaysia updated 47 days ago

Kimi Raikkonen is not a driver to get unduly excited.

McLaren drivers: 'We can't compete' updated 48 days ago

With 182 Formula One wins, McLaren is one of the most successful marques in the history of the sport, but F1's second oldest team could be waiting some time for the next victory.

Raikkonen claims 'easy' victory at Australian Grand Prix updated 52 days ago

Kimi Raikkonen hailed his season-opening win at the Australian Grand Prix as "easy" as he claimed maximum points in Melbourne after seeing off Fernando Alonso and Sebastian Vettel.

Vettel off to a flier as Red Bull set the pace in Melbourne updated 54 days ago

New Formula One season, same old story. Triple world champion Sebastian Vettel began his quest for a fourth consecutive drivers' title by putting his Red Bull top of the timesheets in practice ahead of the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.

New F1 season, new thrills? updated 55 days ago

The 2012 Formula One championship went down in history -- just over 100 days ago -- as one of the most unpredictable and thrilling seasons in the sport's 64-year history.

Ecclestone wants Patrick to spearhead F1's female driver revolution updated 56 days ago

Danica Patrick has already taken the world of NASCAR by storm and her achievements are being noted by those in charge of Formula One.

Ferrari revved up for F1 title fight updated 61 days ago

Stefano Domenicali insists his Ferrari team is ready for a tilt at the 2013 Formula One world championship, with the Italian team principal setting his sights on the podium at next week's curtain raiser in Australia.

Vettel under pressure as Red Bull fail to impress in F1 testing updated 64 days ago

Sebastian Vettel and his Red Bull team have left their Formula One rivals trailing in their wake during a three-year domination of the sport.

Injured Polish F1 star Kubica to return to racing in rallying championship updated 64 days ago

Polish Formula One star Robert Kubica will be driving in a supporting category of the world rallying championship this season as he continues his recovery from the serious injuries he sustained in a crash in Italy two years ago.

Rosberg leads the way on final day of testing updated 66 days ago

Nico Rosberg believes Mercedes are on the right track ahead of the new Formula One season following an impressive final day of testing in Barcelona Sunday.

China's Ma lands Caterham spot as Grand Prix debut ever closer updated 67 days ago

Ma Quing Hua took a step nearer to becoming the first Chinese driver to compete in a Formula One race when he was named as a reserve driver for the Caterham team for the 2013 season Friday.

'Second chance' for Sutil at Force India as he joins di Resta in 2013 line-up updated 69 days ago

Adrian Sutil was confirmed Thursday as Force India's second driver for the 2013 Formula One season.

Brawn defiant amid talk of change at Mercedes updated 71 days ago

He's working under a new boss and rumors are gathering pace that he could find himself looking for a new job in a year, but Mercedes team principal Ross Brawn is focused on delivering success ahead of the 2013 Formula One season.

Hamilton brushes off title talk updated 75 days ago

Lewis Hamilton defied the conditions to record the fastest lap on the final day of Formula One testing at Barcelona Friday -- but the Briton refused to entertain any title talk.

Triple F1 champion Vettel: Red Bull better than last year updated 76 days ago

Triple Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel has warned his 2013 title rivals that Red Bull are in better shape than this time 12 months ago.

Fernando Alonso demands Ferrari improvement updated 77 days ago

Fernando Alonso has urged Ferrari to improve ahead of the 2013 Formula One season, labeling the Italian team's performance in last year's championship unbefitting of the sport's most successful constructor.

Williams gears up for F1 season updated 77 days ago

Williams unveiled its new car for the 2013 season on the first day of testing at Barcelona Tuesday with renewed ambition following a complete transformation of last season's vehicle.

F1 revolution ahead after 'identikit' 2013 season updated 85 days ago

The first race in Melbourne is just around the corner and Formula 1 teams are gearing up for a season which promises to be as technical as it is tactical.

Raikkonen on a roll at Jerez updated 88 days ago

Lotus' Kimi Raikkonen clocked the fastest time on the final day of Formula One Testing at Jerez Friday.

Vettel revs up for glory updated 90 days ago

Sebastian Vettel revved up his engine for the first time this winter as he started preparations to claim a fourth successive world title.

Hamilton crashes out at Jerez on opening day of Mercedes testing updated 91 days ago

Lewis Hamilton endured a nightmare start to testing his new Mercedes after driving straight off the track at Jerez on his first day following a hydraulic problem Wednesday.

Hamilton hungry for success as new Mercedes unveiled for 2013 season updated 93 days ago

Lewis Hamilton is banking on a "highly motivated" Mercedes team to deliver him a second F1 world title after his big money switch from McLaren.

Webber vows to battle Vettel for F1 title updated 94 days ago

Mark Webber vowed to push Sebastian Vettel for the 2013 world title when their champion Red Bull team launched its new Formula One car on Sunday.

Ferrari ready for Red Bull fight updated 96 days ago

With the start of the 2013 Formula One season under two months away, Ferrari has unveiled the car which it hopes can finally end Red Bull's dominance on the track.

Nurburgring keeps 2013 German Grand Prix as deal struck with Ecclestone updated 97 days ago

Nurburgring was confirmed Thursday as the venue for the 2013 German Grand Prix after reaching a deal with F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone.

Webber shrugs off tensions within all-conquering Red Bull team updated 98 days ago

Mark Webber has shrugged off disparaging comments made about him by Red Bull's motor sport advisor Helmut Marko, claiming that they did not come as a surprise.

Kimi Raikkonen: Lotus can win F1 title updated 99 days ago

Never let it be said that Formula One driver Kimi Raikkonen is lacking in confidence.

Disgruntled motorcycling star Stoner switches to cars updated 99 days ago

Former motorcycling star Casey Stoner has ended speculation about his future by confirming he will switch to four wheels to drive in a V8 Supercar, but not before taking a sideswipe at officials and fans.

Hamilton not expecting miracles at Mercedes updated 103 days ago

Lewis Hamilton says it would be "spectacular" if his new Mercedes team were able to compete when the 2013 Formula One season begins in March, but the 2008 world champion is not expecting to challenge at the front of the grid.

New F1 tires aim to increase overtaking updated 104 days ago

Changes to tires will make Formula 1 racing faster with more overtaking in 2013, according to the sport's official tire supplier Pirelli.

Glock's F1 future in doubt after leaving Marussia updated 106 days ago

Timo Glock faces an uncertain future in Formula One after parting company with Marussia ahead of the new season.

Domenicali: Ferrari 'right' to retain Massa updated 111 days ago

Ferrari team principal Stefano Domenicali has defended the Italian constructor's decision to retain the services of Brazilian driver Felipe Massa for the 2013 season.

Dakar deaths stack up following fatal accident updated 117 days ago

The Dakar Rally was hit by yet another death as a French motorbike rider was killed following a collision with a Chilean police car.

Dakar Rally hit by deaths following road accident updated 117 days ago

The Race to Dakar has been marred by injuries to three Britons after they were involved in a road traffic accident in South America, which left two others dead.

Sainz and Lopez win Dakar Rally opener in Peru updated 122 days ago

Former two-time world rally champion Carlos Sainz showed his pedigree by claiming the first special stage of the 2013 Dakar Rally in Peru Saturday,.

Triple amputee takes on world's most dangerous race updated 127 days ago

The Dakar Rally is arguably the world's most dangerous motorsport race, but for one newcomer it cannot compare with what he has already been through.

Ecclestone F1 era coming to a close - Ferrari chief updated 137 days ago

Ferrari president Luca Di Montezemelo has launched an end of season salvo at F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone, saying "the era of the one man show cannot continue"

Chilton takes Marussia F1 seat to make it four Brits on the grid updated 141 days ago

Britain will have four representatives on the Formula One grid next season after Marussia F1 announced they have signed Max Chilton for the 2013 campaign.

Lotus retain Grosjean for 2013 season updated 142 days ago

Lotus have retained their controversial driver Romain Grosjean for the 2013 Formula One campaign.

Haug steps down as Mercedes-Benz motorsport chief updated 145 days ago

German Norbert Haug is to step down as head of Mercedes-Benz Motorsport after over 20 years in the position and a plethora of titles.

Ecclestone: Schumacher should not have made F1 comeback updated 151 days ago

F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone believes seven-time Michael Schumacher made a mistake by coming out of retirement in 2010.

F1 great Prost's regret over Senna film updated 153 days ago

Formula One legend Alain Prost has just "one big regret" -- his portrayal in an award winning film about his arch rival -- the late, great Ayrton Senna.

It's official: Vettel is three-time champion as Ferrari drop appeal idea updated 159 days ago

It's official: Sebastian Vettel is a three-time world champion after Ferrari dropped the idea of challenging the result of the Brazilian Grand Prix.

Lauda: Vettel success will continue updated 161 days ago

Germany's triple world champion Sebastian Vettel will continue to win titles even if he moves on from Red Bull, three-time world champion Niki Lauda has told CNN.

Just how good is Sebastian Vettel? updated 162 days ago

As the forklift trucks packed up the motorhomes and emptied the garages at Interlagos in Brazil, it did not take very long for the inevitable question to be asked - just how good a driver is Sebastian Vettel?

Formula One 2012: Marussia updated 163 days ago

The rebranded Marussia team were plagued with difficulties in the buildup to the 2012 season, with the MR01 failing the 18th and final official crash test.

Formula One 2012: HRT updated 163 days ago

Initially known as Campos Meta 1 and then Hispania Racing, the HRT team are still seeking stability after a less than spectacular entrance into Formula One in 2010.

Formula One 2012: Caterham updated 163 days ago

It's been a preseason of change at CNN-sponsored Caterham, with the team being rebranded after competing under the Lotus name for the past two years.

Formula One 2012: Toro Rosso updated 163 days ago

Last year Toro Rosso continued to emerge from Red Bull Racing's shadow in only their second season as an independent constructor.

Formula One 2012: Force India updated 163 days ago

Force India entered the elite division of motorsport when Indian businessman Vijay Mallya and Dutchman Michiel Mol purchased the now-defunct Spyker team in 2007.

Formula One 2012: Sauber updated 163 days ago

Sauber have been involved in Formula One since 1993, but arguably the team's greatest contribution to the sport has been handing a debut to double world champion Sebastian Vettel at the 2007 U.S. Grand Prix.

Formula One 2012: Williams updated 163 days ago

Williams' form in recent years has not been befitting of a team boasting one of Formula One's richest legacies.

Formula One 2012: Lotus updated 163 days ago

Having competed under the Renault name in 2011, the rebranded Lotus team enter the new season hoping to avoid the off-track issues which blighted their preparations for the last campaign.

Formula One 2012: Mercedes updated 163 days ago

Having taken over the world champion Brawn GP team ahead of the 2010 season, Mercedes have struggled to be serious title contenders in the past two years.

Formula One 2012: Ferrari updated 163 days ago

Ferrari are the most successful team in Formula One history, with the legendary Italian marque boasting a record 16 constructors' titles and 15 drivers' championships.

Formula One 2012: McLaren updated 163 days ago

British team McLaren are the third most successful team in Formula One history, with their total of eight constructors' championships only bettered by Williams and Ferrari.

Formula One 2012: Red Bull updated 163 days ago

If the last two years are anything to go by, 2012 will once again see every other team and driver in Formula One desperately trying to keep pace with Red Bull.

Legend Senna inspired Vettel updated 163 days ago

Sebastian Vettel revealed his joy at joining racing legend Ayrton Senna on three world titles after his latest triumph in the Brazilian's home country.

Fangio vs. Senna: Who is the greatest Formula One driver of all time? updated 163 days ago

Seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher, quadruple title winner Alain Prost, and contemporary pacesetters Sebastian Vettel and Fernando Alonso were all contenders in CNN's quest to find the greatest Formula One driver of all time.

Latest Formula One standings updated 164 days ago

Sebastian Vettel claimed a third successive Formula One crown after defeating Fernando Alonso by three points.

Victorious Vettel makes history updated 164 days ago

Sebastian Vettel etched his name into Formula One folklore after becoming the youngest ever triple world champion.

Hamilton upstages F1 title contenders in Brazil qualifying updated 164 days ago

The scene is set for a thrilling climax to the 2012 Formula One season after Lewis Hamilton upstaged title contenders Sebastian Vettel and Fernando Alonso by claiming pole position for Sunday's Brazilian Grand Prix.

Argentina loses MotoGP race updated 165 days ago

Argentina will have to wait until 2014 to welcome MotoGP to its shores after next year's race was canceled following a diplomatic row.

Vettel eyes historic treble updated 165 days ago

Sebastian Vettel insists he's ready for his date with destiny as he begins his quest to become the youngest triple champion in Formula One history.

Guttierez in at Sauber updated 165 days ago

Mexico's Esteban Gutierrez will replace Kamui Kobayashi at Sauber next season after being promoted from his role as reserve driver.

All the pressure on Vettel claims Alonso ahead of F1 title decider updated 167 days ago

Fernando Alonso believes all the pressure is on Sebastian Vettel as the title rivals head into their F1 championship decider in Brazil this weekend.

F1: Reborn in the USA updated 169 days ago

A triumphant Lewis Hamilton called Sunday's United States Grand Prix the best race of 2012 but for many it was more important than that -- it was Formula One being reborn in the USA.

'Brazil suits Red Bull' insists Vettel updated 170 days ago

Sebastian Vettel insists the Interlagos circuit in Brazil that will host his Formula One title showdown with Fernando Alonso will suit Red Bull as he bids to secure a third successive world title.

Keselowski cruises to his first-ever NASCAR championship updated 170 days ago

Brad Keselowski's 15th-place finish Sunday in Florida was enough for him to cinch his first ever Sprint Cup championship as NASCAR's top driver this year.

Alonso keeps title race alive as Hamilton pips Vettel in Austin updated 170 days ago

Sebastian Vettel and Fernando Alonso will battle it out for the Formula One title at the final race in Brazil after Lewis Hamilton's victory in Texas ensured the German must wait for his third successive championship crown.

F1 leader Vettel on pole for his 100th race updated 171 days ago

The numbers keep stacking up for Sebastian Vettel. On Sunday he will start on pole position for the 36th time in the 100th race of his Formula One career, with the opportunity to become the sport's youngest triple world champion.

Vettel fastest in opening practice sessions for United States Grand Prix updated 172 days ago

Sebastian Vettel made the perfect start in his bid for an historic world title triple by setting the fastest time in both practice sessions Friday for the United States Grand Prix.

Can F1 rekindle its American dream? Andretti: 'Yes we can' updated 173 days ago

As far as former world champion Mario Andretti is concerned the key to a successful rekindling of Formula One's American dream is a buzzword that has been flying around Washington faster than a Ferrari in recent weeks: stability.

Mark Webber: F1's elder statesman remains outsider updated 174 days ago

The excesses of Formula One do not sit easily on the shoulders of Mark Webber.

Button: U.S. return is important for F1 updated 174 days ago

Formula One has yet to win over the United States, but former world champion Jenson Button hopes this weekend's race in Texas will be the start of something big.

F1 star Perez gives Mexicans hope updated 177 days ago

The Circuit of the Americas in Austin, Texas lies just 200 miles from the Mexican border.

Pedrosa breaks Rossi's record to claim Valencia pole updated 179 days ago

Dani Pedrosa may have missed out on the MotoGP world title yet again, but the Spanish motorcycle star is determined to finish the 2012 season on a high note at one of his favorite tracks on Sunday.

Whitmarsh: 'Hamilton's move money motivated' updated 180 days ago

McLaren team principal Martin Whitmarsh has questioned the reasons behind Lewis Hamilton's imminent move to Mercedes, suggesting the 2008 world champion's switch is money motivated.

The strangest race in Formula One history? updated 181 days ago

If you were a Formula One fan who attended the U.S. Grand Prix at Indianapolis in 2005, it could be argued you witnessed one of the strangest races in motorsport history.

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