Author Profile: Victor R. López

Victor R. López

Victor R. López

F1 Journalist

2737 published articles
6 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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Alpine: Briatore Dismisses Rumours of Colapinto's Exit

Jun.19 -  Flavio Briatore has lashed out at a journalist who asked him about "rumours" regarding Franco Colapinto's future at Alpine. In the official statement...

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19 Jun 2025

From First F1 Podium to School Tests: Antonelli's Journey

Jun.19 -  While many F1 drivers walked the red carpet in New York, and Max Verstappen climbed into a GT3 car at Spa, Kimi...

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19 Jun 2025

Kyalami Set to Rev Up Africa with Grand Prix Comeback!

Jun.19 -  Former F1 venue Kyalami has leapt into pole position to take Formula 1 back to the African continent. The sport is clearly...

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19 Jun 2025

Max Verstappen Skips Major F1 Film Premiere: What Happened?

Jun.18 -  While many of his Formula 1 rivals swapped overalls for formal wear on Monday, quadruple world champion Max Verstappen stuck with his...

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18 Jun 2025

How Montreal’s $3M Deal Saved the F1 Race: Behind the Scenes

Jun.18 -  Canadian entities will pay more than before to keep Formula 1 in Montreal - and at least some of that cost will...

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18 Jun 2025

Horner on Russell's 'Clear Goal' Against Verstappen At Canadian GP

Jun.17 -  Red Bull admits the team suspected George Russell may play games with Max Verstappen during the Canadian GP. Following Verstappen's highly controversial...

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17 Jun 2025

Vasseur Discusses Ferrari's WEC Success: 'Stability is a Very Good Thing'

Jun.17 -  As rumours and dark clouds gather around Frederic Vasseur, the embattled Ferrari boss hailed the Le Mans success of his former colleague...

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17 Jun 2025

Russell's Warning: Don't Take Formula 1's Current Success For Granted

Jun.17 -  George Russell has warned Formula 1 to stay alert in order to avert a slump in popularity. Among other key members of...

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17 Jun 2025

Domenicali Hints F1 Staying in Montreal 'For a Long Time'

Jun.17 -  Officials in Montreal are reportedly preparing to end the uncertainty about the future of the Canadian GP. After a troubled 2024 event...

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17 Jun 2025

Lance Stroll's Mood After Dismal Canadian GP: "Not Going to Get Better"

Jun.17 -  While Fernando Alonso's smile is returning, Aston Martin teammate Lance Stroll remains in the doldrums as dark clouds swirl over his future in...

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17 Jun 2025

Gasly Speaks Out on Renault CEO's Surprise Exit

Jun.17 -  Pierre Gasly admits he isn't sure how the departure next month of Renault CEO Luca de Meo will affect Alpine's Formula 1...

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17 Jun 2025

F1 Nation's Review of Canadian GP: Mercedes' Triumph and McLaren's Clash

F1 Nation's host Tom Clarkson was joined by F1 journalist Lawrence Barretto and former driver Davide Valsecchi to discuss the 2025 Canadian Grand Prix....

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16 Jun 2025

Peter Windsor's Analysis of the 2025 Canadian GP

Formula 1 journalist and former team manager Peter Windsor constantly gives his thoughts about the current affairs of the 2025 F1 season. In this...

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16 Jun 2025

Ferrari Crisis: Is Vasseur's Job Safe? Two Candidates Revealed

Jun.16 -  Frederic Vasseur insists he retains the support of Ferrari's top brass. Throughout the Canadian GP weekend, the Frenchman was dogged by rumours that...

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16 Jun 2025

Norris Crashes Into Piastri: Time for Team Orders at McLaren?

Jun.16 -  A driver pecking order is just over the horizon at McLaren, according to a former Formula 1 driver. Red Bull advisor Dr...

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16 Jun 2025

'Hope' for Red Bull After Canadian GP? Marko Answers

Jun.16 -  Dr Helmut Marko is leaving Canada feeling "very satisfied". Initially pessimistic heading into the Montreal round, the reality was that dominant rival...

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16 Jun 2025

Max Verstappen's Le Mans Dreams: What's Fueling Them?

Jun.16 -  Max Verstappen admits he fully intends to take his racing skills into the world of sports cars. While the quadruple world champion...

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16 Jun 2025

Inside Story: Briatore's Take on Renault CEO's Unexpected Exit

Jun.16 -  Luca de Meo's shock resignation as Renault CEO changes "absolutely nothing" at the Alpine F1 team. That is the insistence of Flavio...

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16 Jun 2025

Canada GP: Intense Three-Way Rivalry Set to Thrill F1 Fans

Jun.15 -  Dr Helmut Marko is upbeat about Max Verstappen's chances in the Canadian GP on Sunday. Pessimistic before the weekend, the Red Bull advisor's...

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15 Jun 2025

Inside Ferrari: Vasseur's Limited Time to Drive Success

Jun.15 -  Frederic Vasseur has continued his tirade against what he insists are trouble-making Formula 1 journalists. While he admits his three-year contract is...

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15 Jun 2025

Contract Uncertainty for Russell: What’s at Stake in Canada?

Jun.15 -  The consistently on-form-in-2025 George Russell may be on pole in Canada, but he still has no contract in his pocket for next...

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15 Jun 2025

Exploring Red Bull’s Strategy After Verstappen

Jun.15 -  When it comes to drivers, the glass is either half full or half empty for Red Bull's top Formula 1 team. On...

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15 Jun 2025

Inside the Racing World: Alonso's Potential Shift to Alpine

Jun.15 -  Aston Martin's team boss says he isn't worried Fernando Alonso is about to jump ship. On the face of it, the Spaniard...

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15 Jun 2025

McLaren Denies Reports About Donald Trump Testing F1 Car

Jun.15 -  McLaren has rubbished wild reports that US President Donald Trump will test a Formula 1 car next week. The claim was made...

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15 Jun 2025

Verstappen and Red Bull 'Back in the Game' in Canada? Marko Answers

Jun.14 -  Red Bull is back "in the game" in Canada, optimistic team advisor Dr Helmut Marko has declared. The 82-year-old actually said mere...

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14 Jun 2025

Ferrari's Future in Question: The Truth Behind Vasseur's Contract

Jun.14 -  Frederic Vasseur admits his expiring contract with Ferrari is yet to be renewed for 2026. The Frenchman lashed out at matching reports...

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14 Jun 2025

Racing Bulls Team Boss Declares Hadjar 'Always Ready' For Red Bull

Jun.14 -  Isack Hadjar can handle a promotion to Red Bull's senior team. That's the view of Laurent Mekies, the team boss at Racing Bulls,...

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14 Jun 2025

Dutch Racing Driver Says Verstappen 'Clearly' Staying at Red Bull

Jun.14 -  A Formula 1 expert who is close to Max Verstappen thinks the Dutchman is definitely staying put at Red Bull next year....

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14 Jun 2025

Inside the Drama: Horner Shuts Down Alpine Equity Talks

Jun.14 -  Christian Horner has responded to the latest speculation about his future. Two weeks ago in Barcelona, the long-time Red Bull team boss...

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14 Jun 2025

F1 Stewards Talking to the Media and the FIA's Response

Jun.14 -  Another Formula 1 steward has incurred the wrath of the sport's governing body. Just weeks before serving as scheduled as an official...

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14 Jun 2025