The Irish Times

Mercedes unveil new black livery in show of commitment to fighting racism

New campaign to get underway with Austrian Grand Prix next weekend

Mon Jun 29 2020 - 14:30

Bernie Ecclestone says black people are often ‘more racist’ than white people

Former Formula One chief says the sport is ‘too busy’ to deal with racism

Fri Jun 26 2020 - 18:05

Six Nations must retain its casual fans as rugby connoisseurs are few

All that CVC is interested in is how much profit it can extract from its investment

Wed Feb 12 2020 - 11:22

'Android for boats with the intuition of Apple and the dynamism of Tesla'

Raceix CEO says ‘game-changing’ software provides clear navigational data that is easy to use

Thu Oct 10 2019 - 05:43

Dubai ruler and wife take royal row to London court

Sheikh Mohammed and Princess Haya resume legal dispute over ‘welfare of children’

Mon Jul 29 2019 - 13:23

Dutch F1 row shows gender equality has yet to cross finish line

Hague Letter: Call for return of glamorous ‘grid girls’ has led to backlash and climbdowns

Wed Jul 03 2019 - 01:00

Gerry Thornley: Six Nations must remain on free-to-air television

Any price the game receives for pay-per-view deal would not be worth the damage it causes

Tue Mar 26 2019 - 06:00

Nothing ventured, nothing gained for Six Nations - but at what cost?

To extract money from rugby, CVC will ask searching questions in return for their £500m

Wed Mar 13 2019 - 17:14

Equity firms lining up to acquire slices of world rugby cake

Current revenue model of the global game likely to be replaced by new arrangements

Fri Feb 15 2019 - 01:08

MacKenzie Bezos: Divorce settlement could make her world’s richest woman

Amazon founder’s divorce set to eclipse five of the most expensive splits in history

Thu Jan 10 2019 - 14:20

Sebastian Vettel takes third straight pole in Azerbaijan

Lewis Hamilton shows signs of revival by making front row in Baku

Sat Apr 28 2018 - 15:38

A night at the Dorchester: women groped and harassed at ‘most un-PC event of the year’

Hostesses told to wear skimpy black outfits at men-only black tie charity dinner in London

Wed Jan 24 2018 - 10:09

Valtteri Bottas claims first pole position in Bahrain

Finnish driver leaves it late to usurp fellow Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton

Thu Apr 20 2017 - 16:42

Sebastian Vettel puts foot down ahead of Bahrain Grand Prix

Four-times world champion holds comfortable lead over Lewis Hamilton in practice

Thu Apr 20 2017 - 16:42

Bahrain rights groups call for F1 race to be cancelled

Bahrain has stepped up a crackdown on the opposition, banning the al-Wefaq party and arresting several prominent activists

Thu Apr 06 2017 - 20:14

Mercedes and Hamilton still hold edge as F1 embraces new era

The cars are bigger and faster but lack of overtaking could still hinder excitement

Fri Mar 24 2017 - 15:56

Planet Business: alternative facts and a dash of Musk

This week: ‘1984’ sales spike inspired by Trump and politicians turned bank advisers

Fri Jan 27 2017 - 06:43

New F1 chief says every race should be like a Super Bowl

Chase Carey has taken over the sport after Bernie Ecclestone’s departure on Monday

Wed Jan 25 2017 - 07:54

Bernie Ecclestone’s 40-year reign at Formula One comes to an end

Chase Carey to replace 86-year-old, as FIA approves rights deal with Liberty Media

Mon Jan 23 2017 - 20:12

John Malone’s Liberty Media plans Formula One revamp

Motorsport’s new owner aims to stage ‘Super Bowl-style events’ for each Grand Prix

Thu Dec 29 2016 - 11:27

Mercedes may suspend Lewis Hamilton for ignoring orders

British driver refused to drive faster at the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Mon Nov 28 2016 - 10:39

John Malone takes driving seat at Formula One in $8bn deal

Virgin Media owner will buy an 18.7% controlling stake from CVC

Thu Sept 08 2016 - 11:13

Brazil police free Ecclestone’s mother-in-law after kidnap

Captors reportedly sought €33 million from family of Formula One boss

Mon Aug 01 2016 - 10:41

Bernie Ecclestone’s mother-in-law ‘kidnapped’ in Brazil

Ransom of €33m demanded for mother of Formula One chief’s wife, reports say

Tue Jul 26 2016 - 18:33

Nico Rosberg: Beating Lewis Hamilton would make World Championship all the sweeter

German is trying to hold off Mercedes team mate and bitter rival in driver’s standings

Mon Jul 18 2016 - 14:49

Legal action launched against F1 after death of Jules Bianchi

Family of the late French driver have started legal action against the FIA and Marussia

Thu May 26 2016 - 10:24

Humdrum honeymoon? Here are some alternatives for happy couples

Couch-surfing, festivals, a UFO house, and LGBT-friendly hotels – kick off the sandals and have a truly memorable honeymoon

Sat May 14 2016 - 03:30

Bernie Ecclestone: Formula One qualifying can be changed for Bahrain

New format with racers progressively eliminated falls fat in season opener in Australia

Sat Mar 19 2016 - 15:26

Bernie Ecclestone: Woman F1 driver ‘would not be taken seriously’

Italian Lella Lombardi was the last women to start a F1 race in 1976

Thu Jan 14 2016 - 15:20

BBC ends its Formula One contract three years early

‘Financial position means some tough and unwanted choices have to be made’

Mon Dec 21 2015 - 11:45

Students in gear for Singapore Grand Prix

Meet the young enthusiasts will represent Ireland in new technology competition at the F1 race

Wed Sept 09 2015 - 01:00

Stephen Ross and Qatari fund in talks to buy stake in Formula One

Reports say deal could cost $8bn

Wed Jun 24 2015 - 14:02

Miami Dolphins owner and Qatar set to bid for Formula One

RSE Ventures wants to buy out CVC Capital Partners and F1 chief Bernie Ecclestone

Wed Jun 24 2015 - 01:00

Chris Evans could be the wake-up call for Top Gear

BBC confirms ginger car nut will be Clarkson’s successor

Wed Jun 17 2015 - 07:00