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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Carlos Sainz 2024 Beyond the Grid Podcast

Carlos Sainz: From Setbacks to a New Chapter with Williams in 2025 Carlos Sainz's 2024 Formula 1 season has been nothing short of a...

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18 Dec 2024

F1 Nation: 2024 Abu Dhabi F1 GP Review Podcast

Abu Dhabi GP Wrap-Up: McLaren's Triumph, Ferrari's Near Miss, and Hamilton's Next Chapter As the sun set over Yas Marina, the 2024 Formula 1...

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18 Dec 2024

Reliable Reports Declare Perez Leaving Red Bull for 2025

Dec.18 - Multiple highly respected broadcasters and publications are all reporting in unison that Sergio Perez is definitely departing the Red Bull Racing lineup...

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18 Dec 2024

Verstappen Rules Out Quick Exit from Red Bull F1 Contract

Dec.17 - Max Verstappen has played down the likelihood that he will ever use his contract's famous 'exit clauses'. In an end-of-year interview with...

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17 Dec 2024

Max Verstappen Praised for Inspiring Young Drivers in Rwanda

Dec.16 - FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem praised Max Verstappen for completing his 'community service' with a smile. After Ben Sulayem clamped down on...

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16 Dec 2024

Hamilton’s Ferrari Move Risks Big Career Problem, Says Schumacher

Dec.16 - Lewis Hamilton could soon be facing a "big problem" in his Formula 1 career, according to former grand prix winner Ralf Schumacher....

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16 Dec 2024

Tsunoda or Lawson: Red Bull’s 2025 Dilemma Deepens

Dec.16 - Yuki Tsunoda pre-empted a flurry of questions about his future whilst appearing at a Honda event in Tokyo. "No questions about next...

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16 Dec 2024

The Thrill of Formula 1: A Celebration of Speed, Strategy, and Skill

Formula 1, the pinnacle of motorsport, has captivated fans worldwide for over seven decades. From roaring engines to breathtaking overtakes, F1 embodies a blend...

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13 Dec 2024

Alpine’s Ruthless Moves Hint at Doohan’s Uncertain F1 Future

Dec.13 - Flavio Briatore has dropped a worrying hint about Jack Doohan's immediate future in Formula 1. On the face of it, it's smooth...

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13 Dec 2024

Brembo Ends Rumours and Reaffirms Ferrari Partnership Before 2025 Season

Dec.12 - In a swift response to swirling rumours, Brembo, the world-renowned braking systems powerhouse based in Bergamo, Italy, has categorically denied any claims...

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12 Dec 2024

Ocon Invited to Bid Farewell to Alpine Team Staff

Dec.12 - Esteban Ocon is "welcome" to return to Alpine's UK factory to say goodbye, team boss Oliver Oakes has revealed. The French driver...

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12 Dec 2024

Gunther Steiner Slams Haas' Lack of Ambition in Formula 1

Dec.12 - Haas' team owner is content merely to "participate" in Formula 1. That's the frank claim of the small American team's former boss...

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12 Dec 2024

Hamilton's Ferrari Era Begins: Five Visits & New Cockpit Design

Dec.12 - In the last few months alone, Lewis Hamilton visited Ferrari's Maranello headquarters on no fewer than five separate occasions. That's the claim...

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12 Dec 2024

FIA President Criticized Amid Verstappen & Norris Rivalry Intensifies

Dec.11 - Max Verstappen is set to escape additional penalties for calling Formula 1 stewards "stupid idiots" over the radio during the Abu Dhabi...

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11 Dec 2024

Yas Marina Test Closes 2024 F1 Season with Record 2,578 Laps

Dec.11 - The curtain has officially fallen on the 2024 Formula 1 season as the Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi hosted its traditional...

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11 Dec 2024

A Legendary Ferrari Journey: Exclusive Ecclestone Collection Tour

Step into the dazzling world of Ferrari history with Tom and Bernie Ecclestone as they guide you through an extraordinary walkaround of the Ecclestone...

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11 Dec 2024

Exclusive: Bernie Ecclestone Reflects on His Formula 1 Legacy and Grand Prix Collection

In an intimate and revealing interview, Formula 1’s godfather, Bernie Ecclestone, opens up about his decision to part ways with his extraordinary and unparalleled...

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11 Dec 2024

Hamilton Bids an Emotional Farewell to PETRONAS in Malaysia

Dec.10 - In a poignant moment for Formula 1 fans and Mercedes supporters alike, Lewis Hamilton has officially said goodbye to PETRONAS on what...

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10 Dec 2024

5 Things Every Formula 1 Fan Must Do at the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

The Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is one of the most anticipated events in the Formula 1 calendar. It is the final race of the...

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10 Dec 2024

From the Track to the Table: How Gambling Brands Are Powering F1 Sponsorships

Formula 1 (F1) isn’t just a motorsport; it’s a global phenomenon. Known for its cutting-edge technology, elite drivers, and glamorous appeal, F1 attracts sponsors...

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10 Dec 2024

Ferrari Banks on Hamilton's Arrival to Boost 2025 Title Hopes

Dec.10 - With Carlos Sainz already sitting in a Williams, Ferrari expects that the arrival of Lewis Hamilton in 2025 will give the Italian...

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10 Dec 2024

The Intersection of F1 and Online Casinos: Exploring Sponsorships and Betting Trends

Since the idea of cars was first introduced to the zeitgeist, people have had the idea to race them. Indeed, the first ever car...

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9 Dec 2024

2024 Abu Dhabi F1 GP Analysis by Peter Windsor

McLaren Seals 2024 Constructors' Championship in Abu Dhabi Triumph McLaren-Mercedes crowned their remarkable 2024 season in style, clinching the FIA Formula 1 Constructors' Championship...

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9 Dec 2024

Race Results & Report 2024 Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix

Event: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Track: Yas Marina Circuit Weather: dry 27.1-25.9°C Tarmac: dry  32.7-29.3°C Humidity: 47-60% Wind: 6.8-9.3 km/h South Lando Norris won his 4th...

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8 Dec 2024

Sainz Sr. Claims Son Deserves Better Than Williams F1 Seat

Dec.8 - Carlos Sainz "has earned" a better seat than Williams in Formula 1, his father and namesake insists. Sunday will be 30-year-old Sainz...

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8 Dec 2024

Ricciardo Rumored to Lead Cadillac F1 Comeback for 2026?

Dec.8 - Daniel Ricciardo does not look likely to remain 'retired' for long. The major German newspaper Bild is reporting that the new Cadillac...

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8 Dec 2024

F1 Starting Grid 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Event: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Track: Yas Marina Circuit Warm-up lap starts at: 17:00 Local | 14:00 CET | 13:00 UK | 05:00 LA...

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8 Dec 2024

F1 Qualifying Results & Report 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

Event: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Track: Yas Marina Circuit Weather: dry  25.7°C Tarmac: dry  28.8°C Humidity : 63% Wind : 2.5 km/h South Lando...

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7 Dec 2024

Third Free Practice Results & Report 2024 Abu Dhabi F1 GP

Event: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Track: Yas Marina Circuit Weather: dry  28.0°C Tarmac: dry  40.5°C Humidity : 61.0% Wind : 7.5 km/h South FP3...

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7 Dec 2024

Second Free Practice Results & Report 2024 Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix

Event: Abu Dhabi Grand Prix Track: Yas Marina Circuit Weather: dry  26.4°C Tarmac: dry  31.9°C Humidity : 66.0% Wind : 3.9 km/h South Norris...

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6 Dec 2024