The Debrief

This week in motorsport. The Debrief will bring you the latest news and biggest headlines from the week. These are the stories you won't want to miss.

Aug 12, 2026

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Budkowski replaces Lowdon as Cadillac F1 boss

PLUS: Top 10 rookie seasons in F1

Aug 10, 2026

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The standout tech innovations of F1 2026 so far

PLUS: Why McLaren won't switch full focus to its 2027 car anytime soon

Aug 7, 2026

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FIA wants F1 cars to lose another 80kg under next rules overhaul

PLUS: Clark, Senna, Antonelli - How the grand chelem age record has evolved

Aug 5, 2026

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Is the MP4/8B McLaren’s greatest what-might-have-been?

PLUS: How the McLaren MP4/8B's engine blow-up changed F1 history

Aug 3, 2026

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Helping McLaren’s greats go faster for 40 years

PLUS: The deep and lasting significance of the McLaren MP4/4’s forgotten older brother

Jul 31, 2026

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The principles Stella holds dear at McLaren to make the F1 team tick

PLUS: Why progress 'won't satisfy' Red Bull until Verstappen is winning