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Williams reveals key factor in decision to sign Kubica for F1 2019
Robert Kubica’s decision to take on a reserve driver role in 2018 was a key factor in convincing Williams to offer him a full-time drive for the 2019 Formula 1 season.
Sainz has 'a lot to analyse' after Abu Dhabi McLaren F1 test
Carlos Sainz Jr says he has “a lot of information to analyse” over the winter ahead of his switch to the McLaren Formula 1 team for 2019.
F1 entry list confirms new driver numbers, Force India name change
The FIA has released the first draft of the Formula 1 entry list for the 2019 season, confirming the number selections for the newcomer drivers and a couple of name tweaks for the teams.
Stroll’s Force India move for F1 2019 finally confirmed
Lance Stroll’s expected switch to Force India for the 2019 Formula 1 season has been officially confirmed, with the Canadian signing a long-term deal.
Leclerc arrival will boost Ferrari in F1 2019 - Brawn
Formula 1 sporting chief Ross Brawn believes Charles Leclerc’s arrival at Ferrari will provide the team with a boost and give teammate Sebastian Vettel “added incentive” in 2019.
Albon: I was on brink of quitting racing after Red Bull drop
Alexander Albon has admitted he was on the verge of quitting racing altogether after being dropped by the Red Bull junior programme in 2012.
Hamilton: Winter breaks getting more important with longer F1 seasons
Lewis Hamilton says with Formula 1 seasons stretching longer across a year the shorter winter breaks are “more and more important” for him in terms of recovery and preparing for a full campaign next year.
Norris: Alonso input in 2019 would be 'very valuable'
Lando Norris has welcomed the prospect of Fernando Alonso helping McLaren with the development of its 2019 Formula 1 car given his experience as he steps up as a rookie next season.
Wolff: Bottas wants to 'disappear' after poor 2018 F1 campaign
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has revealed Valtteri Bottas “wants to disappear” after a disappointing 2018 Formula 1 season and start afresh next year.
Vettel: I need time off after ‘exhausting’ 2018 F1 season
Sebastian Vettel says he needs some time for himself during the winter break after an “exhausting” 2018 Formula 1 season.
Sainz: McLaren F1 debut outing a dream come true
Carlos Sainz says making his on-track Formula 1 debut with McLaren in Abu Dhabi was “pretty much a dream come true”.
Kvyat ‘comfortable and confident’ on F1 return
Daniil Kvyat says he was left feeling “comfortable and confident” straight away on his return to Formula 1 machinery with Toro Rosso during the end-of-season test in Abu Dhabi.
Williams secures partnership deal with Polish oil firm for F1 2019
Williams has announced a new partnership with Polish fuel and energy brand PKN Orlen for the 2019 Formula 1 season.
Russell: Albon deserves F1 shot with Toro Rosso
New Williams signing George Russell believes 2018 Formula 2 title rival Alexander Albon has earned his Formula 1 graduation to Toro Rosso.
Leclerc: 'Emotional' Ferrari test in Abu Dhabi felt different
Charles Leclerc says his Ferrari Formula 1 test in Abu Dhabi on Wednesday felt different to previous appearances for the team, calling it “emotional.”
Leclerc closes out Abu Dhabi F1 test fastest for Ferrari
Charles Leclerc closed out the final official Formula 1 running in 2018 at the top of the timesheets for Ferrari as he finished almost 1.5 seconds clear of the field on the second day of testing in Abu Dhabi.
Fittipaldi honoured to bring family name back to F1
Pietro Fittipaldi says it was “an honour” to bring his family name back into Formula 1 when he made his first appearance for Haas during post-season testing in Abu Dhabi.
Brawn: Bottas the ‘only flaw’ in Mercedes’ 2018 season
Valtteri Bottas was the “only slight flaw” in Mercedes’ title-winning 2018 campaign, according to Formula 1 sporting boss Ross Brawn.
Abu Dhabi F1 tyre test ‘crucial’ for Williams recovery - Kubica
Robert Kubica believes the post-season Abu Dhabi test is “crucial” to Williams’ understanding of Pirelli’s new Formula 1 tyres and ultimately setting off its recovery bid.
Sainz makes McLaren F1 bow as Kvyat returns to Toro Rosso
Carlos Sainz Jr. made his first appearance as a McLaren Formula 1 driver on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi as former teammate Daniil Kvyat returned to Toro Rosso after over a year away.
Haas elects not to appeal F1 stewards’ Force India ruling
Haas has confirmed it will not appeal the decision taken by the Formula 1 race stewards in Abu Dhabi following its protest of both Force India cars.
F1 Abu Dhabi post-season test - driver line-up
The curtain may have been drawn on the 2018 Formula 1 season in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, but there are still two more days of official running to go this year with the post-season Pirelli tyre test at the Yas Marina Circuit.
Hartley: I have unfinished business in F1
Brendon Hartley has issued his first comments since his exit from Toro Rosso's Formula 1 team for 2019 was confirmed, saying he has "unfinished business" in the sport.
Vettel: Changes in F1 tyres for 2019 ‘quite small’
Sebastian Vettel feels the difference between Pirelli’s 2018 and 2019 Formula 1 tyre compounds are “quite small,” believing a shift in the Italian manufacturer’s race weekend selections would have a bigger impact for next year.