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Formula 1 Red Bull Racing

Webber talks ahead of his final F1 grand prix

Ahead of this weekend’s Brazilian Grand Prix it was a no-brainer for the FIA to invite Mark Webber along to the Thursday press conference, where a selection of drivers front the media. You can read the full transcript from that press conference after the break. [Pic: Red Bull/Getty Images]

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Formula 1 Red Bull Racing

Vettel says Webber’s departure will hurt

Sebastian Vettel reckons the public perception of his relationship with Mark Webber does not align with reality. Mostly perception has been shaped from the fallout of three races, the 2010 Turkish GP, 2010 British GP and the 2013 Malaysian GP. Vettel’s theory is his professional relationship with Webber and Red Bull has produced a record […]

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Formula 1 Red Bull Racing

Mark is ready to say goodbye F1 and hello Porsche!

Mark Webber’s final Formula 1 race is only a matter of days away. He’s given a typically candid interview with Formula1.com which we think you should read if you haven’t already. Here’s a taster: Q: What were your best F1 moments? MW: Getting into Formula One—that without doubt was a massive moment for me. I […]

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Formula 1 Red Bull Racing

Red Bull denies Webber early exit rumours

Red Bull Racing has been forced to deny rumours that this weekend’s Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will be Mark Webber’s last race. There are suggestions that Webber’s admitted lack of motivation has prompted moves from Red Bull to give Mark an early exit. This would allow new drivers Daniel Ricciardo (Red Bull) and Daniil Kvyat […]

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Formula 1 News Red Bull Racing

Make your mark and meet our Mark

With only three races left on Mark Webber’s farewell to F1 tour you can win a chance to meet him and say goodbye in person. As an added bonus you’ll get to do this at the Brazilian Grand Prix in Sao Paulo Red Bull HQ in Milton Keynes. Pretty cool, huh. All you have to […]

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Ferrari Formula 1 Red Bull Racing

Webber’s free ride costs him 10 places

Following his frustrating final lap retirement from the Singapore Grand Prix, Mark Webber hitched a ride back to pitlane on Fernando Alonso’s Ferrari. At times he looked a little precarious on the F138’s sidepod and it was a sight race stewards were not too happy with. Officially both Webber and Alonso were reprimanded for the […]

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Formula 1 Red Bull Racing

Webber: “I’m probably leaving F1 a year too soon”

Mark Webber has given more insight into his move to Porsche in 2014, revealing he has started to lose motivation for Formula 1. Speaking to F1 Racing magazine the likeable Aussie said: “I’ve been on the edge with F1, motivation-wise, for the past couple of years. “You have to be driven. You turn yourself around […]

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Porsche WEC

More birthday joy for Mark!

Porsche has used its dedicated Mission 2014 microsite to bring us more photos of its LMP1 racecar. And we’re sharing them with you to help celebrate Mark Webber’s birthday. We think he’ll quite like his new present, even if he has to wait a while yet to open its swirly camouflage wrapping.

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Porsche WEC

Happy birthday Mark, here, have a Martini

It’s Mark Webber’s birthday today. The old fella turns 37. In time for his celebrations, Porsche has released a new teaser for its return to LMP1 racing at Le Mans. For Mark, and for Porsche, it’s almost time to forget history and time to get busy writing a new chapter.

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Formula 1 Red Bull Racing

Webber anoints Ricciardo his successor

While we’re still waiting for the official word that Daniel Ricciardo will replace Mark Webber at Red Bull next year, Webber himself has pretty much given the game away. “The decision’s made,” Mark told James Allen on Channel 10. “We all know who it is. I’m happy with that decision. “It’s good for him and […]

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Formula 1 Motorsports Porsche Red Bull Racing WEC

OFFICIAL: Webber to race for Porsche in 2014

Mark Webber: factory Porsche driver. It has a nice ring to it, don’t you think. Sure, it’s not the most surprising news—over a year since it was first mentioned—but it’s now official that Mark Webber has been signed to drive for Porsche in the World Endurance Championship, including the 24 Hours of Le Mans, from […]

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Motorsports Porsche

Porsche set to announce Webber deal

A new report suggests Porsche is set to announce as soon as this evening it has signed Mark Webber to race in its new LMP1 program at Le Mans in 2014. More to follow. [Source: motoring.com.au | Pic: Red Bull/Getty Images]