Why F1 must bring back 'bad' minnow teams Formula 1 needs to encourage new entrants to join the pack not just to increase grid sizes, but to open up more opportunities for drivers, help showcase how good the current teams are and revive the loveable minnow ideal 1544572800 F1

The 2018 title fight F1 could have had Even though it was wrapped up early, the battle for 'Class B' honours went back and forth throughout the year, with many teams and drivers sharing success. In the end, there was a worthy winner, who won't be recognised in the history books 1544140800 F1

The role Bottas hates but must embrace Valtteri Bottas finished 2018 fifth in the Formula 1 points and with no race victories, and called it his "worst season so far". Could a change of attitude for next year help him improve and make himself more valuable to Mercedes or a rival team? 1543968000 F1

Kubica’s return proves he’d have been F1 world champion Robert Kubica's journey back to Formula 1 will be completed when he lines up for the 2019 Australian Grand Prix. It's been a phenomenally hard journey back for the Polish driver - but that determination proves he had exactly what it takes to succeed 1543363200 F1

Big debate: When was F1's real greatest era? The idea of Formula 1 having been at its best at some point in the past is often used as a stick to beat the modern era with, but when was the championship's actual peak? 1544659200 F1

The big winner from Nissan's Formula E driver crisis Alexander Albon's sudden pre-season departure from Nissan's inaugural Formula E campaign was a disruptive shock, but it's provided a shot at career redemption for another young driver 1544659200 FE

How McLaren recovered from its greatest tragedy The tragic death of Bruce McLaren could have initiated his young team's demise. But remarkably, and inspired by Bruce's own determination and grit, they gathered themselves and pushed on to greater glory, says DAMIEN SMITH 1544572800 F1

The miracle rise of an F1 team 'fighting the medical car' One of most surprising storylines from the 2018 Formula 1 season was the change in fortunes at Sauber, which lifted itself from the rear of the grid to lead Class B on occasion. Here's how that turnaround came to be 1544572800 F1