Author Profile: Victor R. López

Victor R. López

Victor R. López

F1 Journalist

2735 published articles
5 Sep 2026 latest publication

Victor R. López is a Venezuelan journalist from Tumeremo who focuses on Formula 1 and motorsport. He covers driver news, race weekends and key stories from across the sport for F1-Fansite.com.

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F1 Explains: Test/Reserve Drivers With Colton Herta and Zhou Guanyu

In an episode of the F1 Explains Podcast posted on April 30, 2026, host Christian Hewgill sits down with Cadillac's Test Driver Colton Herta and...

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2 May 2026

Ferrari: Leclerc and Hamilton's Tribute to the Tifosi

In a video posted by IBM on YouTube, Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton watch emotional Tifosi stories from around the world—then share...

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2 May 2026

Imola Tragedies: Remembering Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger

It has been 32 years since the tragic weekend that took the lives of Ayrton Senna and Roland Ratzenberger. The Austrian died during qualifying...

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1 May 2026

F1 is finally back: 2026 Miami Grand Prix preview

Finally, the fourth race of the 2026 F1 season is coming up! The 2026 Miami Grand Prix feels like a restart of the current...

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30 Apr 2026

F1 Beyond The Grid: Arvid Lindblad's 2026 Interview

On an F1: Beyond The Grid Podcast episode posted April 28, 2026, Tom Clarkson sits down with Racing Bulls driver Arvid Lindblad, the fourth‑youngest...

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30 Apr 2026

F1 Nation's Preview of 2026 Miami Grand Prix

In an F1 Nation Podcast episode posted on April 27, 2026, Tom Clarkson, James Hinchcliffe, and Jolyon Palmer debate whether a "completely new" McLaren...

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30 Apr 2026

1980s F1 Beasts: Full Race from 2026 Monaco Historic Event

On the Goodwood Road & Racing YouTube channel, relive the Monaco Historic race featuring Formula 1 cars from 1981 to 1985. These early '80s...

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30 Apr 2026

Up To Speed: Alex Albon's 2026 Interview

In an interview posted by the Up To Speed podcast on YouTube, host Will Buxton sits down with Williams driver Alex Albon at Silverstone....

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30 Apr 2026

F1 Hitting 'Restart' Button Ahead of Miami? Brundle's Thoughts

In a video posted by Sky Sports F1 on YouTube, former F1 driver Martin Brundle shares his belief that the upcoming Miami Grand Prix...

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28 Apr 2026

High Performance Reminisces About V8 and V10s

On the High Performance YouTube channel, a brand‑new show brings together British presenter Jake Humphrey and two seasoned F1 figures: former Aston Martin and...

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28 Apr 2026

Honda's Iconic RA272: Pure V12 Engine Sound

On the Honda Racing YouTube channel, immerse yourself in the pure, high‑quality audio of the legendary RA272 engine from 1965, the car that delivered...

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28 Apr 2026

Who has the Most Runner-Up Finishes in F1 History?

Winning a Formula 1 World Championship is the ultimate goal. But for some of the sport's greatest talents, the top step of the title...

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27 Apr 2026

Lando Norris Driving on Ice With Oliver and Petter Solberg

On his YouTube channel, 2025 F1 World Champion and McLaren driver Lando Norris shares footage of a wild day spent ice lake rallying in...

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27 Apr 2026

Pure Turbo Sound: 1987 Portuguese Grand Prix

A vintage clip uploaded by YouTube channel 'randomcarssounds' captures the 1987 Portuguese Grand Prix at Estoril. Alain Prost claimed his 28th career victory in...

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27 Apr 2026

High Performance: Piastri on Norris Rivalry and 2026 F1 Cars

On a video posted by the High Performance YouTube channel, British broadcaster Jake Humphrey and organizational psychologist Professor Damian Hughes sit down with Oscar...

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26 Apr 2026

Remembering Michele Alboreto: A True Racer, From F1 to Le Mans

Twenty-five years ago today, the racing world lost one of its most versatile and respected drivers. Michele Alboreto died on April 25, 2001, aged...

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25 Apr 2026

What is 'Fingertip' Driving in F1? Peter Windsor Explains

Journalist and former F1 team manager Peter Windsor responds to a viewer's question about the concept of "fingertip" driving in Formula 1. He cites...

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25 Apr 2026

McLaren's Nurburgring Test: Norris and Piastri Take on the Nordschleife

On Friday, the McLaren YouTube channel took viewers behind the scenes for 48 hours at the Nürburgring with Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. The...

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25 Apr 2026

Inside a Formula 1 Tyre Test with Ferrari

On April 24, Ferrari's YouTube channel released an inside look at the secretive world of Formula 1 tyre testing. Matteo Togninalli, the team's Head...

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25 Apr 2026

Building a Real F1 Car at Home? Someone Did It

In a video posted by the Driver61 YouTube channel, explore the incredible story of how one man rebuilt a destroyed Caterham F1 car from...

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25 Apr 2026

Turkish GP's F1 Comeback: Which Drivers Have Won There?

Formula 1 will return to Turkiye from 2027. The announcement was made official on Friday, with Istanbul Park secured on the calendar through the...

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25 Apr 2026

F1 Explains: What Happens in the Garage During a Race?

In an unprecedented episode of the F1 Explains Podcast, Christian Hewgill takes listeners inside the Haas garage during the 2025 Miami Grand Prix, marking...

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24 Apr 2026

Windsor Explains Why F1 Boss Domenicali Is Confident Despite Criticism

Journalist and former F1 team manager Peter Windsor responds to a viewer's question about Stefano Domenicali's role as CEO of Formula 1. Peter explains...

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24 Apr 2026

Reviewing F1's Changes Ahead of Miami - Up To Speed

On a new episode of the Up To Speed podcast posted on YouTube, hosts Will Buxton, Naomi Schiff, David Coulthard, and Jolie Sharpe break...

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24 Apr 2026

Zak Brown Talks to Sky About Verstappen's Future

In a video posted by Sky Sports F1 on YouTube, McLaren CEO Zak Brown opens up about Max Verstappen's long‑term future in Formula 1. He...

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24 Apr 2026

On This Day in F1 History: Schumacher vs. Alonso at Imola Again

Twenty years ago today, the San Marino Grand Prix delivered another classic battle between Michael Schumacher and Fernando Alonso. But this time, the roles...

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23 Apr 2026

Coulthard's Insights on Senna and Schumacher - Cars & Money

Over on the Cars & Money YouTube channel, 13-time Grand Prix winner David Coulthard sits down for a candid conversation about his lengthy F1...

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22 Apr 2026

F1 Beyond The Grid: Colton Herta's Racing Dream

On an F1: Beyond The Grid Podcast episode posted April 21, 2026, Tom Clarkson speaks with Colton Herta on the very day the American...

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22 Apr 2026

F1 Nation Podcast: Building the Perfect F1 Driver

On an F1 Nation Podcast episode released April 20, 2026, Tom Clarkson, Jolyon Palmer and James Hinchcliffe tackle a creative challenge: assembling the ultimate racing...

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22 Apr 2026

Italian F1 Champions: Can Antonelli Join the List?

Three races into the 2026 season, Kimi Antonelli leads the Formula 1 World Championship. The 19-year-old from Bologna has won two of the opening...

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22 Apr 2026