Author Profile: Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

F1 Journalist

30013 published articles
3 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.

Latest story: Hamilton hints at Ferrari stay beyond 2027

F1 World Reacts: AlphaTauri's 'Horrible' New Team Name Mocked

Jan.25 - Fans and journalists have reacted with horror and amusement as the new official name for Red Bull's AlphaTauri team was confirmed on...

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25 Jan 2024

Verstappen's Quest for 7: Hakkinen's Insights on F1's Next Era

Jan.25 - Mercedes, the once-dominant Formula 1 team, is at a "crossroads" according to former two-time world champion Mika Hakkinen. The Finn, now 55,...

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25 Jan 2024

Hamilton Hints at Possible Pit-Stop in His F1 Journey

Jan.25 - Lewis Hamilton, who has just turned 39, is not ruling out retirement from Formula 1 in the coming years - but could...

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25 Jan 2024

F1 Fans Rejoice: 'Drive to Survive' Season 6 Premieres Soon!

Jan. 24 - As Formula 1 enthusiasts eagerly await the start of the 2024 F1 season, there's electrifying news for fans craving behind-the-scenes action....

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24 Jan 2024

Visa Joins Forces with Red Bull Racing in Exciting Global F1 Partnership

Jan.24 - Red Bull Racing Teams Unveil New Chapter with Visa: Introducing Visa Cash App RB Formula One Team In a groundbreaking move, the F1...

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24 Jan 2024

Zanzibar Grand Prix: A Leap Forward with Signed Development Area Agreement

Jan.24 - The Zanzibar Circuit East of Africa initiative marks a significant milestone with the recent area allocation agreement, featuring the involvement of ex-F1...

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24 Jan 2024

Szafnauer in the Driver's Seat: Haas F1's Potential Game-Changer

Jan.24 - Out-of-work F1 team boss Otmar Szafnauer would make a good addition to the embattled Haas F1 team. That is the view of...

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24 Jan 2024

Hungaroring Roars into the Future: Major Upgrade Accelerates for F1 Fans

Jan.24 - The Hungaroring is making good on its promise to upgrade the almost 40-year-old Formula 1 circuit in order to secure Hungary's place...

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24 Jan 2024

Lawson's F1 Future: Red Bull's Delayed Drive to Success

Jan.23 - Liam Lawson should have been promoted to a full-time Formula 1 seat for 2024, according to former F1 driver Christijan Albers. Last...

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23 Jan 2024

New Haas Boss Aims to Leave 'Embarrassing' Last Place Behind

Jan.23 - Haas' new boss says he wants to pull the struggling American team off the bottom of the constructors' world championship this year....

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23 Jan 2024

De Vries Opens Up: F1 Sacking 'Really Hurt' Him

Jan.22 - Nyck de Vries admits having his dream of racing in Formula 1 end just half a season into his debut "hurt". The...

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22 Jan 2024

Osaka's F1 Dream Takes Off: Suzuka Faces New Competition

Jan.22 - A potential rival host for the annual Japanese GP may have emerged: Osaka. Formula 1's traditional and highly popular Japanese venue is...

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22 Jan 2024

Spanish GP Faces Checkered Flag as Madrid's F1 Dreams Accelerate

Jan.22 - The president of the community of Madrid admits it is possible the new grand prix in the Spanish capital could mean the...

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22 Jan 2024

Kubica's Le Mans Quest: Pole Position in Ferrari's Red Revival

Jan.22 - Robert Kubica will finally get his chance to aim for a world championship in a works Ferrari. Prior to the tragic and...

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22 Jan 2024

Andretti Continue To Invest In A Future That Isn't Guaranteed

There are set to be big changes in the world of Formula 1 racing over the next few years, not only do sustainability issues...

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20 Jan 2024

Mercedes Vows to Speed Up Hamilton's Road to Eighth F1 Title

Jan.19 - Toto Wolff insists Lewis Hamilton is still capable of winning an eighth Formula 1 title. "Clearly yes, and I emphasise that strongly,"...

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19 Jan 2024

Highlights and Insights: A Recap of 2023's Talking Bull Episodes

In a year marked by exceptional achievements, Oracle Red Bull Racing's 2023 season not only shattered numerous records but also culminated in a spectacular...

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18 Jan 2024

Reliving the 1988 Monaco Grand Prix: A Timeless Classic in F1 History

The 1988 season in Formula 1 was remarkable for its high-tech advancements and the intense rivalry it showcased. This was especially true at the...

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18 Jan 2024

Mercedes Locks In James Allison for the Long Haul as Technical Director

Jan.18 - In a significant move fortifying its technical leadership, Mercedes has successfully extended the tenure of James Allison as Technical Director for the...

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18 Jan 2024

Mercedes Faces Uphill Battle in 2024 as Red Bull Reigns

Jan.18 - Mercedes will struggle to return to the very front in Formula 1 this year - and not just because Red Bull is...

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18 Jan 2024

FIA's Ben Sulayem Faces Criticism, But Ecclestone Stands by Him

Jan.18 - Bernie Ecclestone has chimed in with support for the embattled president of Formula 1's governing body. Mohammed Ben Sulayem, who became head...

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18 Jan 2024

2024 Motorsport Season: A Closer Look at Team Strategies and Rivalries

The global motorsport community is buzzing with excitement as the dawn of a new racing season approaches. The amalgamation of intense competition, cutting-edge technology,...

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17 Jan 2024

Schumacher Could Attend Daughter's 2024 Wedding?

Jan.17 - Michael Schumacher could be well enough to attend the wedding of his eldest child Gina-Maria later in 2024. In the closing days...

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17 Jan 2024

F1 Teams Rev Up Concerns Over Red Bull's A-B Team Synergy

Jan.17 - Zak Brown admits he is among those who are "concerned" about the ever-closer relationship between Red Bull's two Formula 1 teams. We...

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17 Jan 2024

Revving Up Zandvoort: F1 Teams Gain Extra Space in New Building

Jan.17 - Renovations at Dutch F1 GP venue Zandvoort are taking place in the off-season period. The popular track, with a contract only until...

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17 Jan 2024

Norris and Piastri: McLaren's Key to Outpacing Red Bull

Jan.17 - The next step McLaren needs to take towards beating Red Bull is to lock in talented driving duo Lando Norris and Oscar...

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17 Jan 2024

The Future of Formula 1: Sustainability, Innovation, and the Next Generation of Fans

As Formula 1 propels towards the future, it is not solely fixated on velocity and speed. Instead, this motorsport titan aims to create a...

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16 Jan 2024

Steiner's 'Superstar' Status Led to His Demise at Haas

Jan.16 - Gunther Steiner admits his starring role in the official Formula 1 Netflix series may have "played a role" in his ousting as...

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16 Jan 2024

Old F1 Driver Claims Current Driver Influence is Only 10%

Jan.16 - The influence of the driver in Formula 1 is down to a paltry 10 percent. That is the lament of former F1...

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16 Jan 2024

Ocon Worried New Alpine A524 Might be 'Slow'

Jan.16 - Esteban Ocon may be worried Alpine's new car for 2024 is "a little slow". That is the worrying news emerging from the...

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16 Jan 2024