Schumacher back in the driving seat as F1 returns

German legend third behind Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg in Bahrain Grand Prix practice

Kings of speed

In pictures: Michael Schumacher, Lewis Hamilton and the drivers competing for this year's Formula 1 crown

Hamilton and Button agree on rivals, but little else

The pair gave very different answers when asked who they wanted to win the title if they couldn’t

Schumacher F1 comeback continues with GP2 tests

Former world champion is honing his skills before getting behind the wheel of his Mercedes

Schumacher to make F1 comeback with Mercedes

Driver will be reunited with mentor Ross Brawn after signing a one-year deal worth €7m

‘Super-fit’ Schumacher close to Formula 1 return

German legend has overcome his neck injury; Ecclestone announces Grand Prix in Rome

Flavio Briatore’s fate was sealed by Witness X

Renault whistleblower gave the FIA all the information they needed to verify the claims of Nelson Piquet Jnr - but who is he?

Indefinite ban for Briatore as Renault get off lightly

Briatore thrown out of motor sport, Symonds gets a five year ban and Renault escape with a suspended sentence

Flavio Briatore responds to piqued Piquet’s allegations

The Formula One playboy could be expelled from the sport if his former driver's claims are proved to be true