The FIA’s compliance officer Paolo Basarri has reportedly left the governing body. Source

In the round-up: Bortoleto faces “a lot of pressure” – Barrichello • Liberty boss Maffei steps down • Typhoon threatens Macau GP Source

Max Verstappen is poised to clinch the drivers’ championship. But Lando Norris should still be in contention – and arguably even leading. Source

In the round-up: Alpine must recover 0.3s deficit with 2025 chassis – Briatore • Stolen Lauda helmet displayed • Wittich ‘has not resigned’ Source

Niels Wittich’s unexpected departure as F1’s race director recreates the circumstances in which Michael Masi was thrown in at the deep end. Source

Liam Lawson is unhappy the British national anthem is played when McLaren win. But would the New Zealand anthem really be more correct? Source

Alpine have officially announced they will use Mercedes power units when Formula 1 introduces its new engine regulations in 2026. Source

Dan Fallows is stepping down as Aston Martin’s technical director, two-and-a-half years after taking over the role. Source

Niels Wittich has unexpectedly stood down from his role as Formula 1’s race director. The FIA named Rui Marques as his replacement. Source

All 10 Formula 1 teams will participate in a new “season launch event” in February next year to reveal their liveries together. Source