Ferrari have confirmed that their 2025 F1 car will be called the SF-25, in line with their last two Scuderia challengers. Lewis Hamilton will debut in scarlet red this year and is set to drive the SF-25 for the first time at the official three-day pre-season test in Bahrain from 26-28 February.

Thursday's F1 news includes the suspected cause behind Lewis Hamilton's test crash and Ferrari's reaction to the Barcelona setback.

Lewis Hamilton has provided his first public statement since crashing his Ferrari in testing. He has posted to social media to express his eagerness for the F1 Australian Grand Prix, the 2025 season-opener and his race debut for Ferrari.