Mat Coch
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Editor of PlanetF1.com | Australian 🦘🇦🇺
Have seen claims Piastri's family couldn't get passes to AD and McLaren wouldn't help. Heard this over the weekend and chased it up. Utter nonsense. Was a late decision to attend so strings were pulled for last minute passes. Common practice for last minute decisions. #F1
December 10, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Have seen claims Piastri's family couldn't get passes to AD and McLaren wouldn't help. Heard this over the weekend and chased it up. Utter nonsense. Was a late decision to attend so strings were pulled for last minute passes. Common practice for last minute decisions. #F1
There's cause for Jack Doohan fans to be optimistic. There's some exciting stuff in the pipeline for him, should everything go to plan (and no obvious reason it shouldn't from those I've spoken to). #F1
Jack Doohan F1 lifeline emerges as part of new 2026 programme
A deepened relationship between Toyota and Haas could pave the way for Jack Doohan to return to the F1 grid in F1 2027.
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December 8, 2025 at 9:37 AM
There's cause for Jack Doohan fans to be optimistic. There's some exciting stuff in the pipeline for him, should everything go to plan (and no obvious reason it shouldn't from those I've spoken to). #F1
This is our first physical look at a 2026 #F1 car. It's a 3D print produced by the FIA. Looks a cross between Super Formula and CART. #AbuDhabiGP
December 6, 2025 at 4:03 PM
This is our first physical look at a 2026 #F1 car. It's a 3D print produced by the FIA. Looks a cross between Super Formula and CART. #AbuDhabiGP
Ran into a familiar face. @thomasrandle49 is an F1 Expert host this weekend. Don't come much more expert. Also, Seth McFarlane impersonator! #F1 #Supercars
December 6, 2025 at 7:03 AM
Ran into a familiar face. @thomasrandle49 is an F1 Expert host this weekend. Don't come much more expert. Also, Seth McFarlane impersonator! #F1 #Supercars
As we head into Abu Dhabi, a conversation I had with Zak Brown back in May has proved prophetic. #F1
McLaren boss Zak Brown underscores driver equality in title charge
As McLaren dominates the Constructors' Championship, team boss Zak Brown has made an incredible revelation over the Drivers' title.
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December 1, 2025 at 4:07 PM
As we head into Abu Dhabi, a conversation I had with Zak Brown back in May has proved prophetic. #F1
Liam Lawsom currently meeting with Helmut Marko. Isack Hadjar was very happy yesterday, he seems safe, and a Red Bull driver for next year. Liam...? #F1
November 30, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Liam Lawsom currently meeting with Helmut Marko. Isack Hadjar was very happy yesterday, he seems safe, and a Red Bull driver for next year. Liam...? #F1
Smooth surface plus high speeds equals huge tyre forces and wear through sliding, especially front end. Pirelli is wary of cuts seen on Friday. No known concerns yet post Sprint, but investigations are ongoing. #F1
November 29, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Smooth surface plus high speeds equals huge tyre forces and wear through sliding, especially front end. Pirelli is wary of cuts seen on Friday. No known concerns yet post Sprint, but investigations are ongoing. #F1
Was that the fullest Sprint ever? Yuki did well at the start to helpax, after that it was all quite processional. Good drive from Oscar, but there was precious little action. #F1
November 29, 2025 at 2:36 PM
Was that the fullest Sprint ever? Yuki did well at the start to helpax, after that it was all quite processional. Good drive from Oscar, but there was precious little action. #F1
McLaren has spoken about Piastri helping Norris for the title in view of the threat Max poses. The decision, a quick 'no' from Piastri. He's still in the fight, after all, so can't really blame him. #F1
November 27, 2025 at 1:08 PM
McLaren has spoken about Piastri helping Norris for the title in view of the threat Max poses. The decision, a quick 'no' from Piastri. He's still in the fight, after all, so can't really blame him. #F1
Newey: "I’m looking forward to taking on this additional role as we put ourselves in the best possible position to compete in 2026, where we will face an entirely new position with Aston Martin now a works team combined with the considerable challenge faced by the new regs." F1
November 26, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Newey: "I’m looking forward to taking on this additional role as we put ourselves in the best possible position to compete in 2026, where we will face an entirely new position with Aston Martin now a works team combined with the considerable challenge faced by the new regs." F1
Speculation surrounding the Madring not being ready for 2026 is "nonsense" I'm told. Lots still to do, of course, but plenty of time. #F1
November 25, 2025 at 8:40 AM
Speculation surrounding the Madring not being ready for 2026 is "nonsense" I'm told. Lots still to do, of course, but plenty of time. #F1
How and why were marshals on track at Turn 1 as the field came through? So soon after Mexico, that demands an explanation from the FIA. #F1
November 23, 2025 at 4:10 AM
How and why were marshals on track at Turn 1 as the field came through? So soon after Mexico, that demands an explanation from the FIA. #F1
New PU elements for Yuki Tsunoda, plus set-up changes and a different spec rear wing mean he'll start the Las Vegas GP from the pit lane. Not a huge penalty given he was P19... #F1
November 23, 2025 at 1:52 AM
New PU elements for Yuki Tsunoda, plus set-up changes and a different spec rear wing mean he'll start the Las Vegas GP from the pit lane. Not a huge penalty given he was P19... #F1