Author Profile: Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

F1 Journalist

29987 published articles
31 Aug 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.

Latest story: Hamilton could stay at Ferrari beyond 2027 as Bearman waits

2024 Sauber C44 F1 Car Launch Photos

Here you can find the first wallpaper pictures of the Sauber C44, this F1 car was launched on Monday 5th of February 2024. This car...

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5 Feb 2024

Sauber Launches Their C44 2024 F1 Car!

The launch of Sauber's 2024 car. The C44

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5 Feb 2024

2024 Williams FW46 F1 Car Launch Photos

Here you can find the first photos of the brand new Williams FW46, these photos have been shared by the Williams Racing team on...

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5 Feb 2024

2024 F1 Season Launch | Williams Racing

History made. History in the making. Welcome to the Williams Racing 2024 Season Launch. Join us!

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5 Feb 2024

“Whatever it Takes” | 4K Subtitled Full Docufilm

In the electrifying realm of Formula 1, where velocity, adrenaline, and remarkable narratives blend seamlessly, our squad stands out with its own unique tale....

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5 Feb 2024

Bottas Faces Uncertain Future in F1 After 2024?

Feb.5 - 2024 could be Valtteri Bottas' last season in Formula 1, according to Finnish journalist Ismo Uusitupa. When news broke that his former...

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5 Feb 2024

Verstappen Dream a Long Shot but Mercedes Eyeing Big Changes for 2025

Feb.5 - As the dust continues to settle after Lewis Hamilton's bombshell news last week, the candidates to replace him at Mercedes in 2025...

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5 Feb 2024

F1 Faces Backlash for Rejecting Andretti's Entry Bid?

Feb.5 - Spanish racing driver Oriol Servia has slammed Formula 1 for rejecting Andretti-Cadillac's FIA-approved bid to enter the sport. In its lengthy statement...

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5 Feb 2024

Romain Grosjean's thoughts on Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari

Former Formula 1 driver Romain Grosjean talks about his thoughts about the chocking news that Lewis Hamilton already has signed a contract to driver...

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4 Feb 2024

Windsor Talks about Lewis Hamilton's Move to Ferrari

In a recent interactive session streamed live on YouTube, esteemed F1 analyst Peter Windsor provided insightful responses to a plethora of queries and comments...

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4 Feb 2024

Conor Moore: Hamilton SIGNS for Ferrari!!!

Conor Moore's Hamilton is going to Ferrari next year episode...

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4 Feb 2024

2024 Haas VF-24 F1 Car Livery Launch Photos

Here you can find the first photos of the Haas VF-24 (livery), this F1 car livery was launched by the Haas F1 Team on...

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4 Feb 2024

Red Bull Accelerates Diversity: Three Talented Female Drivers Join F1 Academy™

Feb.2 - In an exciting development for motorsport, Red Bull has announced its significant involvement in the F1 Academy™ for the 2024 season by...

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2 Feb 2024

Can Hamilton Return The F1 Title Back to Ferrari?

Feb.2 - Many of the most well-known names in the Formula 1 paddock are already chewing over Lewis Hamilton's shock decision to scrap his...

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2 Feb 2024

F1's 'Transfer of the Century': Hamilton's Ferrari Move Explained

Feb.2 - The Formula 1 media is in a spin as the pre-season 'silly season' goes into overdrive, with Lewis Hamilton sensationally switching to...

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2 Feb 2024

Court Says De Vries to Return Investment and Share F1 Income

Feb.2 - In a significant legal decision dated February 2, 2024, the Amsterdam District Court has resolved a dispute between Investrand and former Formula...

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2 Feb 2024

Pirelli's Tyre Evolution: Sainz and Leclerc Push Limits in Barcelona

Feb.1 - In the latest update from Pirelli's development programme, Ferrari took center stage at Barcelona, marking a significant step in the preparation for...

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1 Feb 2024

Breaking News: Hamilton Moves From Mercedes to Ferrari Next F1 Season

Feb.1 - In a significant development within Formula 1, the Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team and celebrated driver Lewis Hamilton have announced their decision...

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1 Feb 2024

Will Max Verstappen Be Greater than Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton?

The sight of Max Verstappen stepping up onto the first-place spot of the podium has become an extremely familiar one in Formula 1. The...

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1 Feb 2024

Talking Bull: Adrian Newey on the New RB17 & RB20

In an engaging interview, Nicola Hume sits down with Adrian Newey, the visionary Chief Technology Officer at Red Bull Advanced Technologies, to delve into...

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1 Feb 2024

Ezpeleta Eyes Historic F1-MotoGP Crossover in Madrid's Streets

Feb.1 - Formula 1 and MotoGP, the top global motor racing categories on four and two wheels respectively, are inching towards a sensational joint...

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1 Feb 2024

Schumacher Signals Comeback: Talent and Teamwork His Edge for 2025

Feb.1 - Mick Schumacher sees signs ahead that his Formula 1 career is not yet over. Since losing his Haas race seat for poor...

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1 Feb 2024

Mario Andretti Devastated as F1 Rejects Son's New Team

Feb.1 - Two prominent Formula 1 insiders have criticised the decision to slam the door shut to Andretti-Cadillac. Although former McLaren driver Michael Andretti's...

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1 Feb 2024

Verstappen's Intense DTM Test: A Glimpse Inside His Racing World

Jan.31 - The boss of a DTM team says it was "extremely fascinating" to get a close-up look at the working methods of Formula...

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31 Jan 2024

Ferrari's Shift to Leclerc-Centric Approach Puts Sainz on Edge

Jan.31 - Carlos Sainz's negotiations with Ferrari over a new deal beyond 2024 "have become complicated". That is the claim of the authoritative Italian...

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31 Jan 2024

Aldermen Say Chicago F1 Grand Prix Faces Uphill Battle

Jan.30 - A Chicago politician has thrown cold water on excited speculation about the potential for a fourth Formula 1 race in America. Media...

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30 Jan 2024

Forbes Says F1 Owner is the World's Richest Sports Empire

Jan.30 - The company that controls Formula 1's commercial rights is the most valuable sports empire on earth. That is the finding of the...

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30 Jan 2024

Red Bull's F1 Dominance: Can Anyone "Break the Perfection" This Season?

Jan.30 - Former F1 driver Gerhard Berger thinks every sign is pointing towards a fourth-consecutive world championship triumph for Red Bull and Max Verstappen...

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30 Jan 2024

Gene says Ferrari's 2024 Contender is 'Better' in F1 Simulator

Jan.29 - Ferrari's new car for 2024 gives "better feelings" to the drivers, long-time test driver Marc Gene has revealed. Red Bull utterly dominated...

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29 Jan 2024

F1 Pundits Tongue-Tied as 'V-CARB' and 'Kick Sauber' Debut

Jan.29 - Red Bull has already benefitted from its "ridiculous" new name for the Formula 1 team formerly known as AlphaTauri. That is the...

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29 Jan 2024