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F1: How Hamilton dominated race to win Spanish GP

F1: How Hamilton dominated race to win Spanish GP

Rediff.com14 May 2018

The win also set a record, one that Hamilton had previously shared with seven times champion Michael Schumacher, of 41 wins from pole position.

A look at the disappearing breed in F1...

A look at the disappearing breed in F1...

Rediff.com5 Feb 2016

Formula One has lost another of its principals.

F1: Changes in super-licence and engine rules

F1: Changes in super-licence and engine rules

Rediff.com11 Jul 2015

Formula One approved changes to its power unit penalty system with immediate effect on Friday and also tweaked super-licence rules for 2016 to give more drivers a chance to enter the sport from other series.

F1 boss Ecclestone faces German bribery trial in late April

F1 boss Ecclestone faces German bribery trial in late April

Rediff.com16 Jan 2014

Formula One boss Bernie Ecclestone will stand trial on bribery charges in Munich, according to a statement from a German court.

Force India hope to debut new F1 car on Friday

Force India hope to debut new F1 car on Friday

Rediff.com25 Feb 2015

Force India, who finished sixth overall last year but whose owners have had financial troubles, missed the first test in Jerez.

India could have built more schools, homes than host F1: Hamilton

India could have built more schools, homes than host F1: Hamilton

Rediff.com16 Nov 2018

His comment on India did not go down well with some of his fans and he took to social media to justify what he said.

Mallya is still the boss at Force India

Mallya is still the boss at Force India

Rediff.com28 Feb 2016

Troubled business tycoon Vijay Mallya, on Sunday, asserted that his stepping down as chairman of the United Spirits Ltd will not affect his control in Formula One team, Sahara Force India.

Red Bull factory raided, F1 trophies stolen

Red Bull factory raided, F1 trophies stolen

Rediff.com6 Dec 2014

The Red Bull Formula One factory in Milton Keynes has been raided and thieves stole over 60 trophies.

Vettel calls for Halo introduction, says 'nothing justifies death'

Vettel calls for Halo introduction, says 'nothing justifies death'

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Launching a scathing attack over his fellow drivers for not presenting a united front on the introduction of Halo device, Ferrari's Sebastian Vettel has favoured the launch of head protection device for the 2017 Formula One season saying nothing could 'justify death'.

With matters settled, McLaren's Button feels he's starting afresh

With matters settled, McLaren's Button feels he's starting afresh

Rediff.com12 Dec 2014

The Briton, the most experienced driver on the starting grid and 35 years old next January, will partner Spaniard Fernando Alonso in a lineup of champions.

Mallya's reign ends as Stroll leads rescue deal for Force India F1 team

Mallya's reign ends as Stroll leads rescue deal for Force India F1 team

Rediff.com8 Aug 2018

They said creditors would be paid in full and all 405 jobs at the Silverstone-based team, that was co-owned by embattled Indian businessman Vijay Mallya and finished fourth last year, were safe.

Ecclestone gives Azerbaijan the all-clear

Ecclestone gives Azerbaijan the all-clear

Rediff.com19 Apr 2015

Formula One has no qualms about holding a grand prix in Azerbaijan next year despite concerns raised by rights activists, the sport's commercial supremo Bernie Ecclestone said on Sunday.

What Makes Kantara And Brahmastra The 'Chosen Ones'

What Makes Kantara And Brahmastra The 'Chosen Ones'

Rediff.com26 Nov 2022

As much as we enjoy and write reams and reams about our amazement at the Kantara climax, 30 years on from now, will we remember these portions more fondly or the ones where Shiva is simply hanging out with his friends, mulls Rohit Sathish Nair.

Find out why F1 needs to cut costs...

Find out why F1 needs to cut costs...

Rediff.com31 Oct 2014

The financial troubles that have forced the Marussia and Caterham Formula One teams into administration emphasise the need for cost-cutting measures, the sport's governing body said on Thursday.

'Small, encouraging signs' in Michael Schumacher's condition: agent

'Small, encouraging signs' in Michael Schumacher's condition: agent

Rediff.com12 Mar 2014

There are small signs of encouragement in Michael Schumacher's condition but the former Formula One star still faces a long fight to recover after suffering brain damage in a skiing accident, his agent said.

Seven people arrested for racially targeting Vinicius Jr

Seven people arrested for racially targeting Vinicius Jr

Rediff.com23 May 2023

Four men were arrested in Madrid, police said, three of whom were members of "a radical group of fans of a Madrid club", who were previously flagged during matches as "high risk" to help curb violence during games.

Cong manifesto to counter Modi's guarantee with '5 nyay', '25 guarantees'

Cong manifesto to counter Modi's guarantee with '5 nyay', '25 guarantees'

Rediff.com19 Mar 2024

The Congress has so far announced 82 candidates for the seven-phase Lok Sabha polls beginning April 19.

An appeal to the organisers of the Indian Grand Prix

An appeal to the organisers of the Indian Grand Prix

Rediff.com26 Oct 2013

With empty stands greeting the Indian F1 Grand Prix during the first two practice session, Raja Sen begs the organisers to open the gates and bring in the junta. 'At least, Formula One will feel compelled to bring its mega budget circus back to India at the soonest'.

Ecclestone accused of making `corrupt deal` to secure future as F1 chief

Ecclestone accused of making `corrupt deal` to secure future as F1 chief

Rediff.com30 Oct 2013

Formula One chief Bernie Ecclestone had made a corrupt agreement in an attempt to stay in charge of the sport, according to claims by German media company Constantin Medien.

The secret formula to lose weight

The secret formula to lose weight

Rediff.com20 Jun 2018

According to a study, time-restricted eating can help you lose weight.

F1 tightens flag rules for qualifying

F1 tightens flag rules for qualifying

Rediff.com29 Jul 2016

Formula One qualifying will be halted under "double-yellow" conditions starting during this weekend's German Grand Prix in a tightening of rules aimed at avoiding a repeat of the controversy surrounding Nico Rosberg's pole in Hungary.

Want a J-K where violence is history, stand by statehood promise: PM

Want a J-K where violence is history, stand by statehood promise: PM

Rediff.com20 May 2024

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said his government has made a "solemn promise" for restoration of Jammu and Kashmir's statehood and will stand by it, adding the Centre was working very hard to create the right conditions.

What's BJP's Game Plan In Haryana?

What's BJP's Game Plan In Haryana?

Rediff.com30 Mar 2024

When the assembly election comes around later this year with Nayab Singh Saini, from the OBCs, at the helm, the sense of victimhood non-Jats feel will propel the BJP into power again, predicts Aditi Phadnis.

Fighter Review: Wannabe Top Gun

Fighter Review: Wannabe Top Gun

Rediff.com25 Jan 2024

Fighter's distressing lack of thrills and sizzle reduces the exercise to an excuse for tedious amounts of Pakistan bashing, observes Sukanya Verma.

PIX: Ferrari's Sainz takes his first F1 win in a thriller

PIX: Ferrari's Sainz takes his first F1 win in a thriller

Rediff.com3 Jul 2022

Ferrari's Carlos Sainz claimed his first Formula One victory on Sunday in a thrilling British Grand Prix halted by a first-lap crash and with the added mayhem of a track invasion by protesters.

Caterham confirms it will race in Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix

Caterham confirms it will race in Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix

Rediff.com14 Nov 2014

The Caterham Formula One team will race in next week's Abu Dhabi season-ender despite still falling short of a targeted 2.35 million pounds ($3.7 million) to get them there, an administrator said.

Force India re-named Sahara Force India

Force India re-named Sahara Force India

Rediff.com12 Oct 2011

Force India has been re-named Sahara Force India after the Sahara Group bought stake in the Vijay Mallya-owned Formula One team. As per the agreement between the parties, Sahara Group and Mallya's UB Group will have 42.5 percent stake each in the team.

Why Sahara may find it difficult to sell stake in Force India F1 team

Why Sahara may find it difficult to sell stake in Force India F1 team

Rediff.com17 Feb 2016

Sahara India needs to pay back $5.3 billion, raised from millions of small investors through the sale of bonds ruled by the Supreme Court to be illegal, before founder Subrata Roy can be released.

How Modi-Shah Defeated The Stone-Pelters In Kashmir

How Modi-Shah Defeated The Stone-Pelters In Kashmir

Rediff.com10 May 2024

'An entire operation was running systematically prior to the revoking of Article 370.'

First look: India Grand Prix trophy unveiled

First look: India Grand Prix trophy unveiled

Rediff.com26 Oct 2012

The Indian Grand Prix trophy was unveiled at Buddh International Circuit on Friday.

Sports Shorts: US golfer Haas involved in car crash with actor Luke Wilson

Sports Shorts: US golfer Haas involved in car crash with actor Luke Wilson

Rediff.com15 Feb 2018

Haas, a six-time PGA Tour winner, was scheduled to play in the Genesis Open at the Riviera Country Club in Pacific Palisades that begins Thursday, but will withdraw to recover at his home in Greenville, South Carolina, his manager said.

Mallya's Force India put into administration; Owes Mercedes 13 million euros

Mallya's Force India put into administration; Owes Mercedes 13 million euros

Rediff.com28 Jul 2018

There has been speculation within Formula One that Lawrence Stroll, the billionaire father of Canadian driver Lance, is willing to invest in Force India as part of a move for his son from Williams.

Gathered inputs from 15L people for 3rd term road map: Modi

Gathered inputs from 15L people for 3rd term road map: Modi

Rediff.com10 Feb 2024

Modi said that for nearly one and a half years he has been putting in place details of new schemes to give new pace to the country's development and curb poverty.

Domenicali resigns as Ferrari F1 boss

Domenicali resigns as Ferrari F1 boss

Rediff.com14 Apr 2014

Stefano Domenicali resigned as Ferrari's Formula One team principal on Monday, and the company's North America president and chief executive Marco Mattiacci was appointed as his replacement.

Force India situation is 'critical', says Perez

Force India situation is 'critical', says Perez

Rediff.com26 Jul 2018

Mexican Formula One driver Sergio Perez described his Force India team's financial situation as 'critical' on Thursday, and recognised that his own future remained uncertain.

Shinde to KTR: 'Become our partner'

Shinde to KTR: 'Become our partner'

Rediff.com13 Jan 2023

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde was in element at the Gateway of India.

Profile: Dr Vijay Mallya

Profile: Dr Vijay Mallya

Rediff.com13 Mar 2008

Mallya is the first Indian ever to become the owner of a Formula One Team. The Netherlands-based Mol Family and Mallya have formed a consortium that is now the joint owner of Force India Formula One, which is also India's first-ever Formula One Team and represents India's first, truly global sports foray.

Sports Shorts: Barcelona star Messi loses appeal in tax fraud trial

Sports Shorts: Barcelona star Messi loses appeal in tax fraud trial

Rediff.com24 May 2017

A summary of sports events and sports persons, who made news on Wednesday

India-born Kaltenborn becomes first female F1 team principal

India-born Kaltenborn becomes first female F1 team principal

Rediff.com11 Oct 2012

Indian-born Monisha Kaltenborn became Formula One's first female team principal on Thursday after taking the helm at Sauber from founder Peter Sauber with immediate effect.

Mallya's Force India F1 team seeks advance on 2016 payments

Mallya's Force India F1 team seeks advance on 2016 payments

Rediff.com29 Oct 2015

British-based Force India, who have Mexican Sergio Perez and Germany's Nico Hulkenberg confirmed as drivers for 2016 and use Mercedes engines, contract out much of their chassis work to keep costs down.