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A selection of Formula 1 stories, summarised and explained. Every article cites its source.
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Drivers
Oscar Piastri parts ways with manager Mark Webber after seven years
Oscar Piastri and Mark Webber are going their separate ways. The two Australians have announced that their management partnership, which began in 2019 and carried the McLaren driver all the way to Formula 1, has ended by mutual agreement.
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Race & Results
Interlagos: Norris masters the rain as Mercedes clinch the constructors' title
On pole, beaten at the very first corner, Lando Norris still went on to win the Brazilian Grand Prix by more than 14 seconds from Max Verstappen, after 71 laps on a track that never stopped changing. Fourth and fifth for George Russell and Kimi Antonelli gave Mercedes the constructors' title, their first since 2021.
Teams & Business
F1 TV rights: Apple now eyes markets beyond the United States
Apple has no intention of stopping at the United States. Speaking during Liberty Media's quarterly results presentation on 5 November, Stefano Domenicali said he expects the tech giant to go after Formula 1 broadcast rights in other countries as existing contracts come to an end.
Transfers & Contracts
Haas drop Ocon for good as Câmara makes home debut at Interlagos
Stood down in the middle of the Mexico City Grand Prix weekend, Esteban Ocon will not drive a Haas again this season. The American team confirmed it on Tuesday and brought forward Rafael Câmara's debut by a year, with the Brazilian discovering Formula 1 in front of his home crowd at the São Paulo Grand Prix.
Teams & Business
Cadillac F1 up for sale? Pérez stays calm, Bottas awaits the board's verdict
In its very first F1 season, Cadillac could change hands. According to Sportico, TWG Global, the group controlled by businessman Mark Walter, is exploring a sale of its stake in the American team. At Interlagos, Sergio Pérez is playing it cool, while Valtteri Bottas is still waiting to learn his fate.
Teams & Business
Russia: F1 counterclaims $104m for Grands Prix that were never held
Four years after the Russian Grand Prix was cancelled, the matter is now being fought out in the British courts. Sued by former promoter Rosgonki, which wants back the money it paid for the 2022 race, Formula 1 has hit back with a $104 million counterclaim, roughly €93 million.
Race & Results
Interlagos: Mercedes can seal the constructors' title this Sunday
Kimi Antonelli already has his drivers' crown. At Interlagos, it is Mercedes' turn to be able to celebrate the constructors' title, with a 126-point lead over Ferrari and three Grands Prix still to come. The weekend brings no Sprint, two straight-mode zones and a tight fight behind the champion.
Behind the Scenes
Hamilton vs Leclerc: the win that slipped away in Mexico raises tension at Ferrari
Starting from pole and third, the Scuderia had a real shot at victory in Mexico. It left with second and fourth place, and an internal duel that has now spilled into the media. Lewis Hamilton blames Charles Leclerc's approach to racing, while the Monegasque refuses to carry the blame alone.
Breaking
Antonelli crowned youngest world champion,
Kimi Antonelli is the Formula 1 world champion. Third in a Mexico City Grand Prix won by Max Verstappen ahead of Lewis Hamilton, the 20-year-old Mercedes driver becomes the youngest title winner in history, beating Sebastian Vettel's record by three years.
Breaking
Pérez extends with Cadillac until 2029 and wants to end his career there
On the eve of his home Grand Prix, Sergio Pérez has extended his Cadillac contract until at least 2029. The 36-year-old Mexican, who will make his 300th F1 start on Sunday, wants to finish his career with the American team.
Technical & Regulations
2030 engine: FIA sends its V8 plan to manufacturers, standard engine riles them
The FIA has circulated its draft engine rules for 2030 or 2031 to all six power unit manufacturers. It features a more compact turbo V8 than first announced, lighter cars, a much smaller budget, and a standardised engine option the manufacturers reject outright.
Teams & Business
Red Bull-Ford power for Aston Martin? Mekies holds back, Honda readies its response
The Red Bull-Ford engine is turning heads, all the way to Aston Martin, mired in a difficult first season with Honda. Laurent Mekies shuts the door for now without locking it for the future, while Honda lays out its plan to turn things around in 2027.