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Brad Pitt’s ‘F1’ fuels Apple’s first box office triumph with $55.6m debut

In a landmark weekend for both Apple and Hollywood, Brad Pitt’s high-stakes racing drama “F1” has roared into the global box office with $55.6 million in domestic earnings, securing the tech giant its first theatrical hit. The film also clocked in a robust $88.4 million from 78 international markets, pushing its worldwide total to $144 million after just three days.

‘Top Gun 3’ in the works, confirms director Joseph Kosinski

Following the success of “Top Gun: Maverick” in 2022, director Joseph Kosinski has confirmed that a third instalment of the high-flying action franchise is officially in development. In a recent interview with GQ, Kosinski shared that “Top Gun 3” is being seriously considered, with plans for a more expansive and introspective storyline centred around Tom Cruise’s iconic character.

Brad Pitt’s racing drama ‘F1’ set for June 2025 release

Hollywood icon Brad Pitt is set to hit the fast lane in “F1”, a high-octane racing drama directed by “Top Gun: Maverick” filmmaker Joseph Kosinski. The film, which brings the thrill of Formula 1 to the silver screen, will premiere in US and Canadian cinemas—including IMAX—on June 27, 2025, with the backing of Formula 1 and seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton.

Brad Pitt collapses on set while filming intense car crash scene

Brad Pitt experienced a major health scare while filming a car crash scene for his upcoming movie “F1”.

Watches belonging to Michael Schumacher fetch millions at auction

Eight watches belonging to Formula One legend Michael Schumacher were sold at auction in Geneva on Tuesday for a total of four million Swiss francs (4.4 million dollars/4.1 million euros).

Thirty years on, Brazil pays tribute to late F1 hero Senna

Thirty years to the day since his death following a crash that sent shockwaves around the world, Brazilians will pay homage Wednesday to Formula One superstar Ayrton Senna -- a beloved symbol of national pride comparable only to compatriot Pele.

Dominant Verstappen ripping through the F1 record books

Max Verstappen is rewriting the record books, ready to overtake some of Formula One's all-time greats in what looks ominously like becoming the most one-sided of seasons.

The 2023 Formula 1 season so far: Unquestionable Red Bull dominance

A quick overview of the races providing a clear picture of the current pecking order of the grid.

Sports / The 2023 F1 season starts off with a thrilling race at Bahrain

The Bahrain Grand Prix was exciting while also being clean with only one virtual safety car deployment.

August 1, 2022
August 1, 2022

'Ambitious' Alonso to replace Vettel at Aston Martin

Veteran Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso said he "intends to win again" after Aston Martin announced Monday that he would be joining the team on a multi-year contract from 2023.

July 28, 2022
July 28, 2022

Four-time world champion Vettel to retire from F1

Four-time Formula One world champion Sebastian Vettel will retire at the end of the 2022 season, he announced on Thursday.

May 15, 2017
May 15, 2017

Force India sanctioned over driver numbers

Force India collected one of Formula One's stranger sanctions on Sunday when they were given a suspended 25,000-euro ($27,317.50) fine for a breach of the rules concerning driver numbers on their cars.

April 29, 2017
April 29, 2017

Sepang chief urges F1 bosses to 'put ego aside'

Sepang boss Razlan Razali has urged Formula One's new owners to "put their ego aside" and learn from the "two wheels" of Moto GP if they are to revive their sport.

March 23, 2017
March 23, 2017

Last year's crash the least of Fernando Alonso's worries

Fernando Alonso felt lucky to be alive after emerging unscathed from a spectacular crash during last season's Australian Grand Prix but the twice Formula One world champion will give it no thought on his return to Albert Park this year.

March 22, 2017
March 22, 2017

Lewis Hamilton looks for fast start to new F1 season

Lewis Hamilton will look to put his stamp on the new Formula One season at this week's Australian Grand Prix, as he seeks to regain the world title following the shock retirement of reigning champion Nico Rosberg.

March 21, 2017
March 21, 2017

All change as new owners steer F1 into fast lane

Formula One ventures into the unknown zone of a long-awaited revamped and high-speed era under new American ownership this weekend when the engines roar into life at the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.

March 11, 2017
March 11, 2017

F1: Alonso hints at McLaren exit after nightmare test

Two-time Formula One world champion Fernando Alonso ruled out retiring until he is handed a competitive car as his beleaguered McLaren-Honda suffered more reliability problems to end pre-season testing.

March 8, 2017
March 8, 2017

F1: Golden oldie Massa fastest in second test

Williams ace Felipe Massa upstaged former world champions Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel on the first day of Formula One's second pre-season test in Barcelona on Tuesday.

March 3, 2017
March 3, 2017

Raikkonen makes splash as Hamilton sits tight

Ferrari's Kimi Raikkonen posted the fastest time on a track artificially soaked to test wet conditions as Lewis Hamilton's first week of testing fizzled to a premature end on Thursday.