In just five weeks, Formula 1 will return again for the season opener in Australia. Today, GPblog can still bring you news as anticipation and preparation for the 2025 season continue to ramp up. Former Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone has slammed Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari move. FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem once again defends himself as the FIA face criticism. Super Bowl LIX takes place tonight, and Max Verstappen has taken to his stream to talk about the event.
Rwanda is pushing to host a Grand Prix, and the prospect is evermore becoming realistic. However, concerns about the country’s security situation remain. In many other sports, athletes avoid travelling to Rwanda due to safety risks. Could this be a warning sign for Formula 1?
Mohammed Ben Sulayem has explained the FIA’s decision to deploy more stewards and race directors from the 2025 F1 season onwards. The president also insists that it is better to come up with solutions instead of criticising the governing body.
Mohammed Ben Sulayem reflected on Johnny Herbert’s no longer being an FIA steward in Madrid, and also revisited the topic of swearing in Formula One. Elsewhere, Herbert hopes for Lewis Hamilton’s eighth world title, while British youngster Arvid Lindblad made a great step forwards making his F1 debut. GPblog presents you the best news of the day from the world of F1.
The FIA have warned against the growing online hate in Formula 1. The federation is concerned about the increase of comments directed at both officials and drivers that only increased over the past year.
The FIA is looking to implement a broader selection process for future F1 stewards, according to President Mohammed Ben Sulayem. This move aims to bring greater diversity and fairness to the stewarding process in Formula 1.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem has responded to Johnny Herbert’s departure as a steward, citing a clear conflict of interest as the reason behind the decision. The FIA president emphasised the importance of maintaining impartiality within the governing body and explained that Herbert’s involvement in both the stewards’ panel and as a media personality created a situation that was difficult to navigate.
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is prepared to take bold action to eliminate profanity in Formula 1 completely. As he explained during an event in Madrid, one potential measure is stopping the broadcast of team radio communications. The FIA’s strict penalties for misconduct—including the use of profanity—have been heavily criticized. However, Ben Sulayem remains unfazed and is committed to eradicating swearing in the sport, even if it means implementing drastic measures.
