F1 news: Lewis Hamilton finds fresh confidence after driving new Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari remain at the centre of the Formula 1 spotlight in 2025, as their highly anticipated partnership kicks off with promise.
With the seven-time world champion embracing his fresh start in red, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo explores how Hamilton's early impressions suggest Ferrari may finally have all the pieces to end their title drought.
F1 news: The chasm left at Mercedes following Lewis Hamilton’s exit
A new era of Formula 1 has been ushered in as Lewis Hamilton has made the switch from Mercedes to Ferrari for 2025 and beyond.
Here, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo looks into how the move has impacted Mercedes, and what’s in store for the Silver Arrows’ future.
F1 news: Five reasons to be excited for the first F1 race of 2025
The 2025 Formula 1 season is upon us, and with it comes a wave of anticipation, drama, and unanswered questions.
From blockbuster team-mate battles to shifting team hierarchies, this season’s opener promises to set the tone for an explosive year.
With a mix of veteran legends, rising stars, and teams looking to stake their claim, the first race will be crucial in revealing who has the upper hand.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo gives us five key storylines to watch when the lights go out for the first time this year.
F1 news: Zhou Guanyu returns to Ferrari as reserve driver for the 2025 season
Ferrari have announced the signing of Zhou Guanyu as their reserve driver for the 2025 Formula 1 season.
Zhou will share the role with 24 Hours of Le Mans winner and former Alfa Romeo F1 driver Antonio Giovinazzi.
F1 Academy news: 2025 grid expands as Maya Weug returns with Ferrari and Aurelia Nobels stays with PUMA
2025 is off to a strong start for women in motorsports, with PUMA and Ferrari reaffirming their long-term commitment to Aurelia Nobels and Maya Weug, respectively.
Both drivers, who raced under these partnerships in 2024, will continue their journeys with PUMA and Ferrari in the 2025 F1 Academy season.
With drivers only eligible to compete in F1 Academy for two seasons, these continued partnerships are even more significant, ensuring that talent isn’t just developed but supported beyond their time in the series.
As members of the Ferrari Driver Academy, their continued backing sends a clear message to the wider motorsport community - women in motorsports deserve long-term support to break through in a male-dominated industry.
F1 news: Five key moments defining Lewis Hamilton’s early days at Ferrari
In a month’s time, Lewis Hamilton will race in a Ferrari for the first time.
The build-up to the first race weekend has been nothing short of exciting, as Hamilton has already completed his first media and track test days at his new team.
In this article, Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo takes us through five key moments of Hamilton’s early days at the Scuderia.
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton crashes in third day of testing with Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton crashed during his third day of testing with Ferrari during the team’s private test run in Barcelona.
Thankfully, he is believed to be okay, having walked out of the incident unharmed.
Ferrari is currently running a three-day private test at the Spanish Grand Prix venue, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
F1 news: A new dawn for Ferrari - Lewis Hamilton begins his Maranello chapter
On Wednesday morning, Lewis Hamilton made his highly anticipated testing debut with Ferrari.
The private session was held at the testing Fiorano track in Maranello, with Hamilton’s family present, and physio, Angela Cullen, with whom he recently reunited.
Samy Aouati, Sports News Blitz writer, analyses how the Brit will fare with his new team.
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton called Sebastian Vettel ahead of Ferrari testing debut
Lewis Hamilton stepped into Ferrari’s iconic red for the first time at a private test in Fiorano on Wednesday.
According to reports from Italian outlet Corriere Della Sera, Hamilton “called Vettel on the phone in recent weeks to prepare for his first day” at Ferrari.
Vettel, a former Ferrari driver, was Hamilton's rival throughout his Red Bull Racing years and later during his time in Rosso Corsa.
Although the two multiple world champions were rivals across different eras, the pair became friends, with Hamilton recently calling him his greatest “ally” and “the best world champion” he knows.
F1 news: A new era begins - Lewis Hamilton’s Ferrari dream
Lewis Hamilton kicked off his Ferrari journey on Monday with a visit to the factory in Maranello.
The welcome was accompanied by high-ranking Ferrari personnel, as well as an iconic Ferrari sportscar, the F40.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo reflects on a memorable first day for the Brit in his new team.
F1 news: Top three Formula 1 teams to watch in the 2025 season
The 2025 Formula 1 season is just around the corner, with the first Grand Prix weekend to kick off on the 14th of March.
The season opener will be the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park in Melbourne, before heading to Shanghai the following week for the Chinese Grand Prix.
After an exciting and refreshing year full of competition, Sports News Blitz writer Harrison Pearce takes a closer look at three exciting Formula 1 teams to watch in 2025.
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc: A new dynamic for Ferrari’s championship aspirations
Ferrari’s bold decision to pair seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc for the 2025 Formula 1 season has sparked anticipation and excitement.
With two highly talented drivers in their ranks, the Scuderia have positioned themselves for a season filled with potential milestones, challenges and drama.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo delves into Ferrari’s high-stakes pairing of Hamilton and Leclerc for 2025, exploring the potential for championship success and the challenges of managing team dynamics.
Las Vegas Grand Prix: Max Verstappen set for fourth title, McLaren vs Ferrari and more
Max Verstappen can win his fourth consecutive World Championship if he outscores Lando Norris or the British driver finishes outside the top 10.
Ferrari and McLaren are separated by 36 points heading into the final triple-header of the season as the battle for sixth in the Constructors rages on.
Sports News Blitz writer Harry Whitfield explores the big talking points heading into this weekend’s Las Vegas Grand Prix in Sin City.
F1 news: Lewis Hamilton hails ‘incredible’ rise of Ferrari and McLaren
Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton has revealed his admiration for the performances of rival teams Ferrari and McLaren in recent months, saying they have been ‘quite incredible’.
Sports News Blitz writer George Russell takes a look at the Brit’s decision to move to Ferrari and considers what it means for Charles Leclerc.
F1 news: Ferrari dominance makes Mexican Grand Prix a must-watch
The United States GP delivered a dramatic shake-up in the Formula 1 season as Ferrari eased to a 1-2 finish at the Circuit of The Americas.
With five races left in the season, Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo analyses the results from Austin and breaks down what to expect in the Mexican GP.
Lewis Hamilton profile: A look at historic F1 driver’s career, net worth and personal life
Lewis Hamilton is widely regarded as one of the greatest F1 drivers of all time, having rewritten the record books and transformed the sport in ways few could have predicted.
Sports News Blitz’s Noah Ngcobo takes a look at his extraordinary career at Mercedes, his relationship with Ferrari, his earnings, net worth and more.
Lewis Hamilton's bold leap to Ferrari: A game-changer in Formula 1
With the 2024 Formula 1 season slowly coming to an end, we thought it would be great to remind you of one of the biggest stories of the year that will come into effect next season: Lewis Hamilton's remarkable switch to Ferrari for 2025.
Sports News Blitz writer Noah Ngcobo looks into what could be a game-changing move in F1.
F1 News: Sergio Perez and Carlos Sainz’s dramatic crash in Baku sparks disagreement
Sergio Perez and Carlos Sainz have both insisted they were not to blame for the collision between the pair towards the end of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
F1 news: A look at 2024 Monaco Grand Prix winner Charles Leclerc’s career so far
Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc was in dreamland after securing victory in Sunday’s Monaco Grand Prix, taking the chequered flag in his home race.
Who is Frederic Vasseur? A look at the Ferrari team principal’s career so far
Sports News Blitz takes a look at everything you need to know about Ferrari’s top man.