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January 2021

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Giving Schumacher his start, risking everything and life at 72 - Eddie Jordan on his rollercoaster F1 ride

When Andy Stevenson mounted the steps to collect the trophy for the winning constructor after the Sakhir Grand Prix in December, it wasn't only his Racing Point team-mates who could bask in the glow of satisfaction.

The Chinese and Australian Grand Prix races have been postponed. (Photo by Mark Thompson/Getty Images)

Australian and Chinese Grands Prix races postponed as Formula 1 bosses revamp calendar

Formula One One bosses have unveiled a revamped calendar following the postponements of the Australian and Chinese Grands Prix.

Freak fire sees Meeke's fine Dakar start go up in smoke

It started so well but rookie Kris Meeke quickly learned that the Dakar Rally can bite in ways you least expect.

Kris Meeke will head out into the sand dunes of Saudi Arabia in a lightweight Zephyr buggy

Meeke is 'as ready as can be' for desert demands on Dakar debut

"Never ready for your first Dakar Rally . . . but we are ready as can be. Shakedown done - only 7646 kilometres to go. Let the adventure begin," tweeted Kris Meeke ahead of tomorrow's start to the two-week desert marathon.

December 2020

Hamilton adds BBC award to stunning year of success

For all that December 2020 counts among Britain's bleakest post-war months, with the Cromwellian outlawing of Christmas, Lewis Hamilton will one day recall it with the deepest fondness.

George Russell replaces Lewis Hamilton at the Sakhir Grand Prix. Photo: David Davies/PA Wire.

Hamilton's replacement tops Bahrain practice

Lewis Hamilton's 22-year-old Mercedes replacement George Russell completed a fairytale week by finishing fastest in practice for the Sakhir Grand Prix with Hamilton "not feeling great" after testing positive for Covid-19.

Racing driver Mick Schumacher has signed with the Haas team for the 2021 Formula One season. REUTERS/Flavio lo Scalzo/File Photo

'It's amazing to be racing in the same sport he did' - Mick Schumacher 'overwhelmed' to follow father's footsteps

Mick Schumacher said he is overwhelmed to follow in his father’s footsteps and realise his childhood dream by racing in Formula One.

Mick Schumacher will drive for American Formula 1 racing team Haas next year. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images)

Mick Schumacher to make Formula 1 debut with American team Haas next year

Mick Schumacher, the son of seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher, has been confirmed as a Formula One driver for 2021.

Lewis Hamilton to miss Sakhir Grand Prix after testing positive for Covid-19

Lewis Hamilton will miss this weekend's Sakhir Grand Prix in Bahrain after testing positive for coronavirus.

November 2020

Carnage: Flames are extinguished around the wreckage of Haas driver Romain Grosjean’s car. Photo: AP

Haas F1 driver Grosjean defies death in fiery Bahrain crash

Lewis Hamilton celebrated his seventh world championship by winning a Bahrain Grand Prix that will be remembered for Romain Grosjean's remarkable escape from a fireball inferno.

Romain Grosjean of France and Haas F1 is pictured on a screen escaping his crash during the F1 Grand Prix of Bahrain. (Photo by Peter Fox/Getty Images)

WATCH: Romain Grosjean miraculously escapes fireball as car breaks in two after hitting barrier at Bahrain GP

Romain Grosjean miraculously survived a huge crash on the opening lap of the Bahrain Grand Prix when his car hit the wall and burst into flames.

Hamilton maintains dominance in Bahrain

Lewis Hamilton set the pace on the opening day of practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix with the fastest lap in a floodlit session that was interrupted by a stray dog and a crash for Red Bull's Alexander Albon.

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David Kennedy Opinion Worthy champion and inspiration for dreamers everywhere

Lewis Hamilton officially became the greatest driver in the history of Formula One when he won his seventh world title in Turkey last weekend, with three races still to go. It was a very strange season that started in July, had double billings and was devoid of spectators.

Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates on the podium. Photo: Clive Mason/Reuters

Rosberg leads tributes to Hamilton after seventh title

Lewis Hamilton's record-equalling world championship has been hailed by Nico Rosberg as one of the greatest sporting achievements ever.

Mercedes AMG F1's Lewis Hamilton (centre) celebrates on the podium with Racing PointÄôs Sergio Perez (right) after winning the Turkish Grand Prix to secure his seventh world championship at Istanbul Park, Turkey. Photo credit: PA Wire.

Lewis Hamilton wins Turkish Grand Prix to claim record-equalling seventh world championship

Lewis Hamilton has been crowned champion of the world for a record-equalling seventh time after he won a dramatic Turkish Grand Prix.

October 2020

Formula One F1 - Portuguese Grand Prix - Algarve International Circuit, Portimao.
Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates after winning the race. Picture credit: Pool via REUTERS/Jose Sena Goulao

Lewis Hamilton takes chequered flag and Schumacher record in Portugal with 92nd Grand Prix win

Lewis Hamilton has been crowned the most victorious driver in Formula One history following his crushing 92nd career win in Sunday’s Portuguese Grand Prix.

Quiet support: Energy entrepreneur John Campion gave both funding and guidance to rally drivers and racing drivers

Obituary: John Campion

John Campion, who died last week at the tragically young age of 57 after a battle with leukaemia, was a tremendous benefactor and philanthropist who helped a generation of Irish motorsport talent show their skills on the world stage.

Lewis Hamilton was presented with one of Michael Schumacher’s helmets. Photo: Getty Images

Hamilton in seventh heaven after equalling Schumacher's win record

Lewis Hamilton has made history after matching Michael Schumacher's Formula One victory record by winning the Eifel Grand Prix.

Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton celebrates with one of Michael Schumacher's helmets after equalling his record for most F1 race wins. REUTERS/Bryn Lennon

Lewis Hamilton ties Michael Schumacher's record for most F1 race wins with victory in Germany

Lewis Hamilton has made history after matching Michael Schumacher’s Formula One victory record by winning the Eifel Grand Prix.

September 2020

Prema Powerteam's Mick Schumacher celebrates winning the F2 race on the podium in Sochi. Pavel Golovkin/Pool via REUTERS

'Records are there to be broken' - Mick Schumacher reacts with Lewis Hamilton on the verge of landmark win

Mick Schumacher said his father told him "records are there to be broken" on the eve of Lewis Hamilton’s attempt to match the German’s victory tally.

'He is fighting' - ex-Ferrari boss offers health update after visiting Michael Schumacher

Former Ferrari boss Jean Todt has revealed he saw Michael Schumacher last week and says the seven-time Formula One world champion is fighting to overcome the devastating injuries that have kept him out of public view for almost seven years.

Hamilton left to lament 'severe' penalty after failing to see red

Lewis Hamilton took the extraordinary step of demanding an explanation from the stewards midway through yesterday's Italian Grand Prix after he was served a penalty that paved the way for Pierre Gasly to complete one of the most surprising victories in Formula One's recent history.

Obituary: Hans Mezger

Hans Mezger, who has died aged 90, was one of Germany's senior post-war engineering figures. He was a kingpin in the development of the Porsche car company and a key figure in global motorsport. The McLaren Formula One team also benefited from Mezger's genius, as did Harley Davidson, for whom he designed a motorcycle engine.