Author Profile: Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

F1 Journalist

30356 published articles
16 Oct 2026 latest publication

Leopold Pleijsier founded F1-Fansite.com in 2001 and has followed Formula 1 since the early 1980s. He writes about daily F1 news, race weekends, drivers and the sport’s history.

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F1 Unveils Action-Packed 2024 Race Calendar!

Hold onto your helmets, F1 aficionados! The revered motorsport giant, Formula 1, just dropped a bombshell. They've rolled out the red carpet for the...

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5 Jul 2023

Lando Norris 2023 Beyond the Grid Podcast interview

In the thrilling world of Formula 1, 2023 has been putting Lando Norris through the wringer. The McLaren racing beast just hasn’t been snarling...

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5 Jul 2023

Valvoline Global and Aston Martin F1 Team Forge a High-Octane Alliance

Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant Formula One® Team and Valvoline—both synonymous with excellence in motorsport—have joined forces, forging a powerful and durable technical and branding...

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5 Jul 2023

2023 Austrian F1 Grand Prix Timelapse Video

Embark on a riveting journey back to the adrenaline-pumping 2023 Austrian Grand Prix. This scintillating race, which constituted the 9th chapter in the gripping...

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5 Jul 2023

2023 Austrian F1 GP race analysis by Peter Windsor

The Red Bull Ring, a circuit with no shortage of challenges, witnessed Max Verstappen displaying an impeccable performance, clinching victories in both the Sprint...

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5 Jul 2023

Sargeant's Formula 1 journey: Catching up with the best drivers

Jul.5 - Logan Sargeant admits he is still getting up to speed in Formula 1. Recently, rumours have swirled that Toto Wolff - whose...

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5 Jul 2023

Silverstone secures new deal to secures future of British F1 GP

Jul.5 - Silverstone is on the cusp of securing a new deal to keep the British GP on the calendar. It is believed Formula...

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5 Jul 2023

Alonso: Form fluctuations in F1 require long-term perspective and no panic

Jul.5 - Fernando Alonso is calling for calm and perspective amid an apparent performance dip at Aston Martin. In the very recent past, speculation...

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5 Jul 2023

F1 Nation: 2023 Austrian F1 Grand Prix Podcast Review

In a spectacular display at the Red Bull Ring, the Austrian Grand Prix proved to be an unforgettable event. Max Verstappen, driving for Red...

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4 Jul 2023

Conor Moore's Epic Comedy: 2023 Austrian F1 Grand Prix Post-Race Reactions

In a stunning display of wit and humor, Conor Moore delivers yet another brilliant performance. Brace yourself for an extraordinary compilation of post-race reactions...

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4 Jul 2023

James Vowles 2023 Beyond the Grid Podcast interview

Williams' quest for a Formula 1 championship has remained unfulfilled since 1997. Over the years, they have become intimately acquainted with the less glamorous...

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4 Jul 2023

Hamilton's radio outburst sparks controversy: Disrespectful or justified?

Jul.4 - Toto Wolff has denied that his contract negotiations with Lewis Hamilton are going off the rails. In Austria, the seven time world...

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4 Jul 2023

2026 F1 regulations: Wolff rejects reverse gear and defends innovation

Jul.4 - Toto Wolff says there is "zero chance" Formula 1 will hit reverse gear on the all-new regulations for 2026. In Austria, both...

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4 Jul 2023

British Grand Prix Legends: Who are the top 5 winning drivers?

When Formula 1 arrives at Silverstone for the British Grand Prix this week, many fans would be forgiven for believing that a Max Verstappen...

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3 Jul 2023

De Vries faces high-stakes battle to secure F1 future

Jul.3 - Nyck de Vries remains on notice until the summer break, team owner Red Bull's Dr Helmut Marko confirmed in Austria. The rookie...

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3 Jul 2023

De la Rosa dismisses F1 rumors of Alonso's 'Number 2' status

Jul.3 - Pedro de la Rosa has scoffed at a wild rumour about the details of Fernando Alonso's contract at Aston Martin. The 41-year-old...

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3 Jul 2023

2023 Austrian F1 Grand Prix Race Report & Results

Event: Austrian F1 Grand Prix Track: Red Bull Ring Weather: dry  20°C Tarmac: dry  31°C Humidity : 36% Wind : 1 km/h N Pressure: 939...

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3 Jul 2023

Sprint Results 2023 Austrian F1 Grand Prix

Event: Austrian F1 Grand Prix Track: Red Bull Ring Weather: wet/dry 21.7°C Tarmac: wet/dry 36.3°C Humidity: 30% Wind: 2.5 m/s SW Pressure: 943.5 mbar...

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1 Jul 2023

F1 Starting Grid 2023 Austrian Sprint

Event: Austrian F1 Grand Prix Track: Red Bull Ring Warm-up lap starts at: 15:00 Local | 15:00 CET | 14:00 UK | 06:00 LA |...

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1 Jul 2023

Qualifying Results 2023 Austrian F1 Sprint

Event: Austrian F1 Grand PrixTrack: Red Bull Ring Weather: dry  16°CTarmac: dry  21°CHumidity: 84%Wind: 2.1 km/h SWPressure: 1011 bar Max Verstappen qualified as quickest for...

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1 Jul 2023

Qualifying Results & Report 2023 Austrian F1 GP

Event: Austrian F1 GP Track: Red Bull Ring Weather: dry 27°C Tarmac: dry  41°C Humidity: 40% Wind: 1 km/h N Pressure: 931 mbar Max...

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30 Jun 2023

First Free Practice Results 2023 Austrian F1 Grand Prix

Event: Austrian F1 GP Track: Red Bull Ring Weather: dry 27°C Tarmac: dry  45°C Humidity: 38% Wind: 1 km/h NE Pressure: 933 mbar Greetings,...

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30 Jun 2023

Drivers push for change: Will F1 embrace single-lap qualifying again?

Jun.30 - Formula 1 drivers may recommend a major change to the qualifying format for shorter circuits like the Red Bull Ring. Grand Prix...

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30 Jun 2023

Leclerc's loyalty to Ferrari tested: Is a switch to Mercedes possible?

Jun.30 - Charles Leclerc has revealed that contract talks with Ferrari are now in their early stages. Team boss Frederic Vasseur said mere days...

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30 Jun 2023

Hopes for German GP return soar as Audi's F1 future hangs in balance

Jun.30 - Audi's Formula 1 preparations for 2026 have been dealt a potential blow. Volkswagen, the German carmaker's parent, has confirmed the looming departure...

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30 Jun 2023

Why is the Mercedes Team struggling this season?

2022 was a difficult year for the Mercedes Formula 1 team and 2023 has continued the same way. The season started with Lewis Hamilton...

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30 Jun 2023

Mercedes' F1 technical Chief dismisses cockpit position as key to Hamilton's success

Jun.29 - James Allison has hit back at the notion that a cockpit position tweak could be the key to Lewis Hamilton's return to...

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29 Jun 2023

The pivotal moment that led to Max Verstappen's Red Bull F1 success

Jun.29 - Max Verstappen's father has admitted they once flirted with the idea of signing up with Mercedes instead of Red Bull. When Max...

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29 Jun 2023

Ex-F1 driver Berger Rejects Ferrari Comeback and Prefers Observing

Jun.29 - Gerhard Berger admits he had "talks" with Ferrari about helping his former team Ferrari out of its current slump. The former F1...

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29 Jun 2023

Jordan questions Alpine's Billion-Dollar price tag: Is it justified?

Jun.29 - Former F1 team owner Eddie Jordan has scoffed at the huge valuation of Renault's Formula 1 outfit Alpine. It emerged this week...

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29 Jun 2023