Hamilton Drama, Red Bull Shake-Up and Antonelli Warning …..read more
Formula 1 delivered another wave of major talking points following the Miami Grand Prix, with stories involving Lewis Hamilton, Red Bull, Mercedes and Aston Martin dominating headlines across the paddock.
Seven-time world champion once again found himself at the center of controversy after an awkward clash with during the race weekend in Miami. The incident occurred during a tense wheel-to-wheel moment on track, where Hamilton appeared frustrated after contact between the two drivers. Cameras later caught the Ferrari star making a rude gesture toward Colapinto while still inside the cockpit, adding further attention to the dramatic moment.
However, the tension did not end once the race was over. Reports suggested Hamilton continued the exchange after the grand prix, creating fresh discussion among fans and analysts about the aggressive side of the British driver that has often appeared throughout his legendary Formula 1 career. Hamilton has built a reputation for intimidating rivals with both his speed and competitive mentality, and this latest episode only added to that image.
Meanwhile, over at Red Bull Racing, there has been major internal upheaval ahead of the 2026 season. Long-serving chief designer Craig Skinner reportedly left the team under unexpected circumstances. Although initial reports suggested that Skinner had voluntarily resigned from his position, fresh claims from Dutch media indicate the situation may have been very different behind the scenes.
According to reports discussed on De Telegraaf’s Formula 1 podcast, Red Bull actually decided to remove Skinner from his role rather than allowing him to continue with the Milton Keynes-based outfit. The development has sparked speculation over internal restructuring as the team attempts to recover from a difficult start to Formula 1’s new regulation era.
Red Bull’s struggles this season have been surprising, particularly considering the dominance the team enjoyed in previous years. Management changes and technical reshuffles could signal that the organization is already looking toward a long-term rebuild in order to return to championship-winning form.
At Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team, excitement continues to grow around teenage sensation . The 19-year-old has quickly become the breakout star of the 2026 campaign after securing his third consecutive grand prix victory in Miami. Antonelli now leads the drivers’ championship by 20 points ahead of teammate , marking a remarkable rise for the young Italian driver.
Despite the success, Mercedes team principal has warned Antonelli about the dangers of becoming overwhelmed by fame and public pressure. Wolff specifically mentioned concerns surrounding the intense attention coming from the Italian media and fanbase, who are already treating Antonelli as the country’s next Formula 1 superstar.
The Mercedes boss emphasized the importance of keeping the teenager grounded as expectations continue to rise. With Italy desperate for a new world champion-level hero, Antonelli’s rapid success has created enormous excitement, but also significant pressure for someone still so early in his Formula 1 journey.
Elsewhere on the grid, Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team continue to endure a nightmare start to the new era of regulations. Veteran driver offered a brutally honest assessment of the team’s current situation after another disappointing weekend.
The two-time world champion admitted that Aston Martin’s problems are unlikely to disappear anytime soon and suggested the upcoming races may remain extremely difficult for the Silverstone-based squad. The team currently sits at the bottom of the constructors’ standings without scoring a single point so far this season.
Alonso’s comments highlighted just how serious the situation has become for Aston Martin, especially after the ambitious promises made before the start of the new regulation cycle. The team had hoped to challenge near the front of the grid, but instead they have struggled badly with performance and consistency.
Away from the track, Formula 1 also celebrated a huge commercial victory after securing a massive new television agreement in the United Kingdom. Sky Sports reportedly agreed to a deal worth around £1 billion to continue broadcasting Formula 1 coverage in the UK.
The agreement is believed to be one of the richest television contracts in the history of the sport and further demonstrates Formula 1’s growing global popularity. Sky Sports has served as the exclusive home of Formula 1 coverage in Britain since 2012, and the new agreement ensures that partnership will continue well into the future.