Author Profile: Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

F1 Journalist

30148 published articles
19 Sep 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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Wallpaper Photos 2024 Mexico F1 Grand Prix

Here are the first Wallpaper photos of the 2024 Mexican F1 Grand Prix driven on the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, It was the twentieth Grand Prix...

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30 Oct 2024

F1 Nation: 2024 Mexico F1 GP Review Podcast

Tom Clarkson, in his ever-curious paddock presence, teams up with former F1 racer Esteban Gutiérrez and F1TV's energetic presenter Laura Winter to break down...

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29 Oct 2024

2024 Mexico F1 Grand Prix Analysis by Peter Windsor

In a Mexican Grand Prix filled with high-octane drama and unexpected twists, Carlos Sainz emerged victorious, showcasing a flawless drive that outshone rivals and...

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29 Oct 2024

Leclerc in Trouble for Using F-Word After Mexican GP?

Oct.29 - Charles Leclerc may be in trouble for swearing in the post-race FIA press conference after the Mexican GP. Recently, at the Singapore...

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29 Oct 2024

Perez Future Remains Uncertain as Red Bull Weighs 2025 Decision

Oct.29 - Sergio Perez's future in Formula 1 is currently "open", Red Bull advisor Dr Helmut Marko admits. Despite his signing of a new...

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29 Oct 2024

Verstappen Faces Brazil GP Grid Penalty in New Engine Blow

Oct.29 - On top of his Mexico GP penalties and lagging car pace, championship leader Max Verstappen's troubles are about to get even worse....

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29 Oct 2024

Formula One set for a Thrilling Title Battle in 2025

Oct. 28 - Max Verstappen’s overwhelming dominance of Formula One (F1) in recent years has not pleased too many people outside of the Red...

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28 Oct 2024

Verstappen Unmoved by Mexico Penalties & Eyes Next Battle with Norris

Oct.28 - As he leaves Mexico with a 10-point chunk taken out of his championship lead, Max Verstappen insists he is not going to...

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28 Oct 2024

Race Results 2024 Mexico City F1 Grand Prix & Report

Event: Mexico City Grand Prix Track: Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez Weather:  dry  19.6-19.8°C Tarmac: dry  38.4-30.8°C Humidity : 52% Wind : 3.6-10.8 km/h South Carlos Sainz won his...

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27 Oct 2024

Ocon Set to Start from Pit Lane in Mexico City GP Due to PU Issues

Oct.27 - The 2024 Mexico City Grand Prix has thrown Alpine driver Esteban Ocon into the spotlight due to a technical infraction involving power...

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27 Oct 2024

2024 Mexico F1 GP Quali Analysis by Peter Windsor

In a thrilling qualifying session at the Mexican GP, Ferrari’s Carlos Sainz clinched pole position with an incredible performance, delivering two Q3 laps that...

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27 Oct 2024

Verstappen Admits Red Bull 'Not Fast Enough' for Mexico Win

Oct.27 - Red Bull's 2024 car is still "not fast enough" for poles and victories, championship leader Max Verstappen declared in Mexico. After Ferrari's...

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27 Oct 2024

Red Bull Stands by Perez as Rumors Escalate Before Mexico

Oct.27 - Sergio Perez's major backer has leapt to the Mexican's defence amid continuing and worsening rumours he will be ousted at the end...

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27 Oct 2024

Drugovich Calls for Radical Change to Secure F1 Future

Oct.27 - Felipe Drugovich has a radical idea to give drivers like him a chance to prove their worth in Formula 1. Like reigning...

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27 Oct 2024

F1 Starting Grid 2024 Mexico Grand Prix

Event: Mexico Grand Prix Track: Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez Warm-up lap starts at: 14:00 Local | 21:00 CET | 20:00 UK | 12:00 LA |...

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27 Oct 2024

F1 Qualifying Results & Report 2024 Mexico Grand Prix

Event: Mexico Grand Prix Track: Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez Weather: dry  22.4-21.5°C Tarmac: dry  44.3-34.0°C Humidity : 41.0% Wind : 2.1-5.4 km/h South Carlos Sainz...

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27 Oct 2024

Third Free Practice Results 2024 Mexico F1 Grand Prix

Event: Mexico Grand Prix Track: Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez Weather: dry  18.1°C Tarmac: dry  30.5°C Humidity : 55% Wind : 5.0 m/s South McLaren Dominates...

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26 Oct 2024

Verstappen Denies Exit Rumors & Focused on Red Bull Future

Oct.26 - Max Verstappen says it is "clearly the intention" that he stays at Red Bull Racing all the way to the end of...

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26 Oct 2024

Red Bull's Marko: McLaren Lacks Evidence to Overturn Norris Penalty

Oct.26 - McLaren's attempt to overturn the US GP penalty that cost Lando Norris even more points in his title fight with Max Verstappen...

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26 Oct 2024

Red Bull Rejects Loan Deal for Rising Rookie Colapinto in 2025

Oct.26 - Franco Colapinto is unlikely to be at the wheel of a Red Bull-owned RB in 2025, Dr Helmut Marko has revealed. At...

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26 Oct 2024

Second Free Practice Results 2024 Mexico F1 Grand Prix

Event: Mexico Grand Prix Track: Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez Weather: dry  22.9-22.4°C Tarmac: dry  42.4-31.8°C Humidity : 27-33% Wind : 9.7-5.4 m/s South Mexico City...

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26 Oct 2024

First Free Practice Results 2024 Mexico F1 Grand Prix

Event: Mexico Grand Prix Track: Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez Weather: dry  19.5°C Tarmac: dry  44.8°C Humidity : 46.0% Wind : 2.1 m/s South Mexico City...

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25 Oct 2024

Hamilton Denied Early Ferrari Test Amid Abu Dhabi Team Moves

Oct.25 - Lewis Hamilton will not get an early taste of life in a red cockpit at the end-of-season Abu Dhabi test. Other drivers...

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25 Oct 2024

Alonso's 400th GP Starts Rough as Drugovich Steps In

Oct.25 - Fernando Alonso's 400th grand prix weekend is off to a bad start. The 43-year-old, who attended a sponsor event for Hugo Boss...

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25 Oct 2024

Audi Delays Decision as Bottas Weighs Mercedes Test Role Return

Oct.25 - Valtteri Bottas has confirmed rumours that a return to Mercedes could be among his 'plan B' options for 2025. Former F1 driver...

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25 Oct 2024

Wolff and Brown Fuel Red Bull Unrest After Austin GP

Oct.24 - McLaren is trying its best to create "unrest" at Red Bull, according to Dr Helmut Marko. As Max Verstappen and Lando Norris...

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24 Oct 2024

Most Thrilling F1 World Championship Comebacks

The 2024 Formula One World Championship looks to be going down to the wire, with McLaren's Lando Norris doing everything in his power to...

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24 Oct 2024

Understanding F1’s Parc Fermé: The Strict Rules Behind the Scenes

In Formula 1, "parc fermé" translates directly from French as "closed park," but in practice, it means much more. These regulations control what teams...

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24 Oct 2024

Hamilton Doubts Using Austin-Spec Floor for Mexico GP

Oct.24 - Bosses at two Formula 1 teams were scratching their respective heads in the few days between the US and Mexican grands prix....

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24 Oct 2024

Fernando Alonso 2024 Beyond the Grid Podcast interview

Fernando Alonso is poised to become the first driver in Formula 1 history to hit the incredible milestone of 400 Grand Prix starts as...

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23 Oct 2024