Author Profile: Victor R. López

Victor R. López

Victor R. López

F1 Journalist

2785 published articles
20 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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Retirement Clock Ticking for Alonso? Aston Martin's Driver Speaks Out

Fernando Alonso insists time is still on his side as he approaches his 45th birthday, despite 2026 marking the final year of his current...

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10 Feb 2026

2026 F1 Season: Can Cadillac 'Beat a Couple of Teams'?

Sergio Perez admits Formula 1's newest team could face a tough debut season, but insists Cadillac would be deeply disappointed to end 2026 at...

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10 Feb 2026

Brutal Acceleration: 2026 F1 Cars Could Break Speed Records

Formula 1 drivers say the most startling aspect of the new 2026 cars is not cornering speed, but the sheer violence of their acceleration...

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9 Feb 2026

F1 Engine Drama: Red Bull Joining Battle Against Mercedes Loophole?

Mercedes' controversial 2026 engine 'compression' concept is facing mounting political resistance, with Red Bull now reported to have switched sides and joined Ferrari, Honda and...

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9 Feb 2026

How Are F1 Teams Facing 2026's Reduced Minimum Weight?

Audi believes it has a realistic shot at meeting Formula 1's sharply reduced minimum weight for 2026, bucking early fears that the new limit...

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9 Feb 2026

Legal Battle: Michael Bay vs. Cadillac Over Super Bowl Ad

Cadillac's high-profile Super Bowl livery reveal has been overshadowed by legal drama, with Hollywood director Michael Bay filing a $1.5 million lawsuit against the...

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9 Feb 2026

The Big Betrayal? Renault's F1 Promises Under Fire

Renault is facing fresh criticism in France after the mayor of Viry-Chatillon accused the carmaker of reneging on commitments made to safeguard the future...

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9 Feb 2026

Inside Cadillac's Assembly of its First F1 Car!

Take a look at the Cadillac F1 team and the last 72 hours of the assembly of their 2026 Formula 1 car. Enjoy as...

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8 Feb 2026

Max Verstappen Beyond the Racetrack: Four-time Champion's Interview

Enjoy this interview from TAG Heuer and Red Bull Racing. Four-time F1 champion Max Verstappen discussed many topics, including his formative years and how...

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7 Feb 2026

A Look Into Ferrari's 2026 F1 Race Suits

Here's a video posted by the Scuderia Ferrari on YouTube. As we're preparing to start the 2026 F1 season, the team has presented its...

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7 Feb 2026

Cadillac's F1 Media Day: Behind the Scenes

The Cadillac F1 Team is up and running! As the team prepares to enter the F1 world in 2026, here's behind-the-scenes footage from their...

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6 Feb 2026

Norris on Overcoming Self-Doubt: Insights Compared to F1 Legends

Lando Norris says he heads into the new season more relaxed and confident than ever, insisting self-belief - not swagger - has been the...

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6 Feb 2026

Lift-and-coast in Qualifying? 2026 F1 Cars' Energy Management

As Formula 1's radically revised 2026 cars take shape on track, drivers and team bosses agree on one thing - the defining factor is...

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6 Feb 2026

Williams Unveils Long-Awaited FW48: First Design Clues Revealed

Williams has finally put its 2026 car on track, completing a low-key filming day at Silverstone after missing the entire Barcelona shakedown and becoming...

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6 Feb 2026

Ocon Quashes F1 Shakedown Rumours: What's Next for Haas?

Esteban Ocon has dismissed rumours that he is starting the new Formula 1 season injured, laughing off claims that he was seen on crutches...

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6 Feb 2026

Inside Schumacher's Bold Step into the Oval Racing World

Mick Schumacher has taken his first steps into oval racing ahead of his full-time IndyCar debut, admitting initial nerves but emerging encouraged after a...

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6 Feb 2026

Newey Discusses 'Aggressive' 2026 Aston Martin F1 car: Vowles Impressed

Adrian Newey has played down talk of a radical first Aston Martin design despite widespread paddock admiration after the delayed AMR26 finally appeared at...

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4 Feb 2026

Ocon's Warning: Changes Ahead for F1 Qualifying in 2026!

Esteban Ocon has acknowledged what many fans fear most about Formula 1's radically revised 2026 cars - that 'lift-and-coast' driving will not just be...

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4 Feb 2026

Vowles Explains: Skipping Barcelona F1 Shakedown to Boost Williams' Competitiveness

Williams team boss James Vowles has defended the decision to miss the entire Barcelona shakedown week, insisting that delaying the FW48 was painful but...

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4 Feb 2026

Why South Africa's F1 Return Remains a Distant Dream

South Africa's long-running push to return Formula 1 to the African continent has hit a reality check, with sports minister Gayton McKenzie conceding that...

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4 Feb 2026

F1 Drama: Wolff's Stance on Engine Issues Before FIA Meeting

Toto Wolff has sharply criticised rival teams for continuing to question the legality of Mercedes' 2026 power unit solution, with two further FIA engine meetings...

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3 Feb 2026

Albers on Horner's Ambitions: Exploring F1 Team Purchase?

Christian Horner is actively exploring the possibility of buying into a Formula 1 team, according to former F1 driver Christijan Albers, who says he...

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3 Feb 2026

Antonelli Sets Ambitious Goals for Thrilling Year Two in F1

Kimi Antonelli says he feels more prepared for his second Formula 1 season after taking another step toward independence, revealing he has moved out...

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3 Feb 2026

Why Wolff Is Playing Down Mercedes' Title Hype in 2026

Early whispers that Mercedes could be the team to beat under Formula 1's new 2026 regulations are being firmly played down in Brackley -...

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3 Feb 2026

Ocon Expresses Cautious Excitement for 2026 F1 Cars

Esteban Ocon has questioned whether Formula 1's much-hyped active aerodynamics will actually improve racing, describing the new system as "simply DRS at the front"....

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3 Feb 2026

Delayed Reveal: Inside Williams’ Sponsorship Shake-Up

Williams will unveil its 2026 car without one of its most recognisable partners, with it emerging on the eve of the team's online launch...

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3 Feb 2026

Doohan Faces Major Setback: What Happened in Super Formula?

Jack Doohan's hopes of salvaging his career with a 2026 race program have suffered another blow, with reports from Japan indicating the Australian has...

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3 Feb 2026

Mercedes' 2026 F1 Season Team Launch: W17's Arrival!

Meet Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 team's 2026 Formula 1 car, the Mercedes W17. The team made a season launch and posted it on YouTube in...

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2 Feb 2026

F1 Shakedown: Hamilton at the Top, Verstappen Under the Weather

Max Verstappen has revealed he was unwell throughout Formula 1's closed-door shakedown week in Barcelona, adding important context to his limited mileage with Red...

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2 Feb 2026

Unfinished Business: Why Horner is Still Thinking About F1 Comeback

Christian Horner has spoken publicly for the first time since his ousting from Red Bull, making clear that a return to Formula 1 remains...

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2 Feb 2026