Author Profile: Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

Leopold Pleijsier

F1 Journalist

30401 published articles
24 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.

Latest story: 2nd Free Practice Results & Report 2026 United States F1 GP

Hamilton's Ferrari Shift: An Imminent Transition Amid Mercedes Struggles?

Apr.10 - Frederic Vasseur sounded impatient when asked if he's made a mistake by choosing Lewis Hamilton over the on-form Carlos Sainz for 2025...

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10 Apr 2024

2024 Japanese F1 Grand Prix Animated Timelapse

Rewatch the 2024 Japanese Grand Prix, Round 4 of the 2024 Formula 1 Season. This was the Japanese Grand Prix with: Red flag in...

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9 Apr 2024

F1 Nation: 2024 Japanese F1 GP Review Podcast

In a masterful return to form, Max Verstappen clinched victory at the Japanese Grand Prix, spearheading a one-two finish for Red Bull—their third of...

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9 Apr 2024

Aston Martin's Krack: Alonso Eyes 2025 Stay and Rejects Mercedes

Apr.9 - Mike Krack is upbeat about the rising prospects of a contract extension for Fernando Alonso beyond 2024. The Spaniard has been linked...

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9 Apr 2024

Red Bull's Newey: Key Figure in Unrest Amid Aston Interest

Apr.9 - Dr Helmut Marko is not denying that Aston Martin has made a huge-money offer to lure Adrian Newey away from dominant Formula...

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9 Apr 2024

Ferrari's Sainz Concedes: Red Bull's Edge Too Much to Overcome

Apr.9 - Less than one-fifth of the way into Formula 1's longest ever calendar, the realisation that Red Bull and Max Verstappen are heading...

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9 Apr 2024

High-Stakes Battle: Albon Worried as Williams Faces Spare Parts Dearth

Apr.8 - Alex Albon admits he is "very worried" about whether Williams can pick up the pieces ahead of Formula 1's next stop in...

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8 Apr 2024

Ocon and Gasly Concerned Alpine's Struggles Continue

Apr.8 - Alpine is "prepared" for the eventuality that Esteban Ocon or Pierre Gasly - or both - will abandon the crisis-struck team at...

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8 Apr 2024

Wallpaper Photos 2024 Japanese F1 Grand Prix

Wallpaper photos of the 2024 Japanese F1 Grand Prix driven on the Suzuka Circuit, It was the fourth Grand Prix of 2024. The race...

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7 Apr 2024

2024 Japanese F1 GP Race Analysis by Peter Windsor

In a display of seamless teamwork and strategic prowess, the Oracle Red Bull-Honda squad mastered the intricacies of the Honda-developed Suzuka Circuit in Japan,...

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7 Apr 2024

Race Report & Results 2024 Japanese F1 Grand Prix

Event: Japanese Grand Prix Track: Suzuka Circuit Weather: dry  22.5°C Tarmac: dry  39.7°C Humidity : 35% Wind : 7.2 km/h South Max Verstappen won...

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7 Apr 2024

Pressure Builds on Leclerc as Sainz Eyes Red Bull Move

Apr.7 - Frederic Vasseur insists he's not worried "at all" about Charles Leclerc's currently flagging form. Earlier at Suzuka, Formula 1 journalist Marijn Abbenhuijs...

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7 Apr 2024

Post-Quali Press Conference 2024 Japanese F1 Grand Prix

DRIVERS: 1. Max Verstappen (Red Bull Racing), 2. Sergio Pérez (Red Bull Racing) & 3. Lando Norris (McLaren) TRACK INTERVIEWS (Conducted by Jean Alesi) Q: Lando,...

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7 Apr 2024

Qualifying 2024 Japanese F1 GP Analysis by Peter Windsor

In a gripping start to the Japanese Grand Prix, Red Bull Racing's dynamic duo, Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez, have secured the front row,...

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6 Apr 2024

Alonso Eyes Aston Martin: Contract Extension on the Horizon

Apr.6 - Fernando Alonso seems to be inching towards a new deal to remain at Aston Martin beyond 2024. Recently, the Spaniard and two-time...

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6 Apr 2024

Sainz: From Ferrari Exit to Red Bull Reunion? F1 Rumors Swirl

Apr.6 - Red Bull is leaving the door open to a return to the Red Bull family for Carlos Sainz. Sainz, who was brought...

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6 Apr 2024

F1 Starting Grid 2024 Japanese Grand Prix

Event: Japanese Grand Prix Track: Suzuka Circuit Warm-up lap starts at: 14:00 Local | 07:00 CET | 06:00 UK | 22:00 LA | 14:00...

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6 Apr 2024

F1 Qualifying Results & Report 2024 Japanese Grand Prix

Event: Japanese Grand Prix Track: Suzuka Circuit Weather: dry  17.1°C Tarmac: dry  25.7°C Humidity : 61% Wind : 4.6 km/h South Max Verstappen scored...

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6 Apr 2024

Third Free Practice Report & Results 2024 Japanese F1 Grand Prix

Event: Japanese Grand Prix Track: Suzuka Circuit Weather: dry 17.6°C Tarmac: dry  27.1°C Humidity : 64% Wind : 3.6 km/h South Verstappen Leads the...

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6 Apr 2024

Charles and Carlos’ Suzuka guide! | Japanese Grand Prix Preview

In this episode, we're thrilled to have Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz with us to dive into a pre-race analysis as they gear up...

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5 Apr 2024

Max Plays F1 23 With His Race Engineer! | Oracle Virtual Laps

In the electrifying world of Formula 1, team radio exchanges between Max Verstappen and his pit crew have become a staple for fans worldwide....

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5 Apr 2024

2024 Japanese F1 GP Friday Analysis by Peter Windsor

On a Friday that saw a mix of unforeseen incidents and weather changes at the Japanese Grand Prix, we witnessed a spectrum of outcomes...

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5 Apr 2024

Photos Friday Practice 2024 Japanese F1 GP

Below you can find photos made during the practice sessions on Friday before the 2024 Japanese Formula One Grand Prix.

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5 Apr 2024

Hamilton's Ferrari Future: Tense Talks with Mercedes' Wolff Loom

Apr.5 - Lewis Hamilton is shaping up to have an awkward "conversation" with his current Formula 1 boss, Toto Wolff. The seven time world...

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5 Apr 2024

Sargeant's Suzuka Nightmare: Williams F1 Hopes Hit Hard Again

Apr.5 - Logan Sargeant's 2024 season has gone from bad to worse in Japan. The American, who is on his second and final chance...

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5 Apr 2024

Hulkenberg Eyes Sauber Shift: Future Dreams Fuel Contract Speculation

Apr.5 - Nico Hulkenberg has played down his chances of leaping into a truly top car for 2025. The 36-year-old German has impressed since...

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5 Apr 2024

Second Free Practice Report & Results 2024 Japanese F1 Grand Prix

Event: Japanese Grand Prix Track: Suzuka Circuit Weather: wet  12.8°C Tarmac: wet  16.5°C Humidity : 73% Wind : 3.9 km/h South Most of the...

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5 Apr 2024

First Free Practice Results 2024 Japanese F1 Grand Prix

Event: Japanese Grand Prix Track: Suzuka Circuit Weather: dry  17.0°C Tarmac: dry  25.0°C Humidity : 42.0% Wind : 3.9 km/h South Suzuka Sets the...

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5 Apr 2024

Speeding Towards Destiny: Sainz's Negotiations with F1 Giants Heat Up

Apr.4 - Carlos Sainz says he is currently in talks with "several teams" about 2025. Since winning in Melbourne, it was rumoured that Audi-owned...

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4 Apr 2024

3 Bold Predictions For the F1 2025 Season

Formula One never disappoints. Even when the action on the track isn’t as competitive as it could or should be, there’s always some behind-the-scenes...

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3 Apr 2024