Voting opens for 2021 Autosport Awards
Voting has now opened for the 2021 Autosport Awards, giving you the chance to pick out the best of this season’s motorsport.
The secrets to Red Bull and Verstappen’s Mexico domination
Formula 1 made its long-awaited return to Mexico last weekend after a year away with a fiesta atmosphere in the grandstands, but the fight for victory was one-sided.
Magazine: F1 Mexican GP analysis, BTCC season review
Was Max Verstappen’s Mexican Grand Prix victory a knockout blow in his battle for the 2021 Formula 1 world championship with Lewis Hamilton?
The secrets to Red Bull and Verstappen’s Mexico domination
Formula 1 made its long-awaited return to Mexico last weekend after a year away with a fiesta atmosphere in the grandstands, but the fight for victory was one-sided.
![The hope and alarm Mercedes faces versus Red Bull in F1’s main 2021 Interlagos race](data:image/svg+xml,<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="300" height="200"><rect fill-opacity="0"/></svg>)
The hope and alarm Mercedes faces versus Red Bull in F1’s main 2021 Interlagos race
Although Mercedes has been mired in controversy for much of Formula 1’s 2021 Interlagos weekend, it still ended the sprint race in an excellent position. There are signs it could be in for repeat glory in the grand prix, while others highlight major dangers that favour Red Bull
How 2021's TOCA support titles were won
There were all the usual thrills and spills among the BTCC support series this year and plenty of impressive performances along the way. Autosport recaps how the five championships were won and ranks the top 10 drivers
Why there's more to Hulkenberg's F1 legacy than Brazil glimpses
OPINION: Opportunities to be in the right team at the right time passed Nico Hulkenberg by. BEN EDWARDS weighs up a career that should have delivered many more top-level laurels, and should be remembered for much more than his 2009 Brazil pole and 2012 lost win chance
 | Max Verstappen | 332.5 pts |
 | Lewis Hamilton | 318.5 pts |
![Valtteri Bottas](data:image/svg+xml,<svg xmlns="http://www.w3.org/2000/svg" width="160" height="160"><rect fill-opacity="0"/></svg>) | Valtteri Bottas | 203 pts |
 | Mercedes | 521.5 pts |
 | Red Bull Racing | 510.5 pts |
 | Ferrari | 287.5 pts |
Motorsport is very bankable, says Le Mans legend Tom Kristensen
Tom Kristensen is the most successful driver in the history of Le Mans 24 hours with nine outright victories. Since retiring from racing, he's been President of the FIA Drivers Commission. From that platform, he's running for the role of FIA Deputy President for Sport in December's election, alongside the current holder of that role, Graham Stoker, who's bidding to become President.
Staging an F1 race is like a Coldplay concert says Mexican GP promoter
As the world emerges from the pandemic and people value going out and enjoying live experiences once again, it seems that Formula 1 is at the top of the wishlist. The US Grand Prix weekend at Austin had a record 400,000 spectators and this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix is also a sell-out, boosted by local hero Sergio Perez (known as Checo) now an established Grand Prix winner in a competitive car.
FIA Presidential candidate ben Sulayem on his plans to double motorsport
Mohammed ben Sulayem will be one of just two names on the ballot for FIA President in December, to succeed Jean Todt in the most powerful job in motorsport as head of the worldwide federation that owns and regulates F1 and the other World Championships. If successful, Ben Sulayem would be the first non-European to lead the FIA.
Ferrari boss Binotto says switch to sustainable fuels “is a big deal”
Formula One will have new power units from 2025 that will run on 100% sustainable fuels.
The hope and alarm Mercedes faces versus Red Bull in F1’s main 2021 Interlagos race
Although Mercedes has been mired in controversy for much of Formula 1’s 2021 Interlagos weekend, it still ended the sprint race in an excellent position. There are signs it could be in for repeat glory in the grand prix, while others highlight major dangers that favour Red Bull
How 2021's TOCA support titles were won
There were all the usual thrills and spills among the BTCC support series this year and plenty of impressive performances along the way. Autosport recaps how the five championships were won and ranks the top 10 drivers
Why there's more to Hulkenberg's F1 legacy than Brazil glimpses
OPINION: Opportunities to be in the right team at the right time passed Nico Hulkenberg by. BEN EDWARDS weighs up a career that should have delivered many more top-level laurels, and should be remembered for much more than his 2009 Brazil pole and 2012 lost win chance
Why the BTCC's ballast increase couldn't stop champion Sutton
Ballast will be gone from the BTCC next year as hybrid power enters the scene, but for its final season the maximum was increased from 60kg to 75kg. Despite having to carry that nearly all season, Ash Sutton was always the favourite to pocket a third title - the 27-year-old getting his reward for a season of speed tempered by savvy to nail his opportunities
How Honda's brightest young talent shone after missing out in Europe
After missing out on a chance in Europe and being handed an unexpected chance to step up to Super Formula in 2020, Toshiki Oyu has shone in Japan’s premier single-seater series. Having shown highly-rated team-mate Naoki Yamamoto the way this year, the Honda youngster is well-placed to achieve his lofty ambitions extending beyond his home country
The third generation McRae on his way to the WRC
The McRae family name is steeped in rallying history, with eight British titles between Jimmy, Colin and Alister - plus the small matter of the 1995 WRC title too. Next on the conveyor of talent is Alister's 17-year-old Max McRae, who’s setting out in Australia to conquer the world of rallying and return the famous name to the WRC...
The much-loved tin-top superstar bowing out at 59
OPINION: It's not often that a driver achieves widespread affection for their personality, as well as their on-track performances. One such individual is Gabriele Tarquini, who will soon bring the curtain down on a remarkable career that has yielded touring car titles on the European and global stage - and, famously, in Britain too
The gamesmanship warning over F1’s potentially title-deciding moments
OPINION: Mercedes' decision to pit Valtteri Bottas towards the end of the Mexican Grand Prix to steal the fastest lap point from Max Verstappen created an intriguing subplot. While the pair's jostling for track position was all above board, it likely won't be the last time teams employ such tactics with championships at stake
