Tim Kraaij
Tim Kraaij has been part of GPblog since 2018, where he started working as Editor-in-Chief in 2019 after earning his Bachelor’s degree in Sports, Management, and Entrepreneurship. In this role, Tim has reported on several Formula 1 Grand Prix events, including those in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, and Azerbaijan. He attended press events with Max Verstappen, Red Bull Racing, and interviewed figures such as Helmut Marko and Rob Marshall. In addition to his interviews, Tim is also known for his columns and analyses, which mainly appear around F1 weekends on the website. Apart from the website, he is increasingly featured in videos on GPblog’s YouTube channel with the F1 Paddock Update.
Why the 2026 F1 calendar forces fans to choose between Canadian GP and Indy 500
The motorsports fan had already discovered: in 2026, the Grand Prix of Canada and the Indy 500 take place on the same day. Yet, this is good news for Formula 1 and it's not an issue for the motorsport...
Verstappen once again faces criticism from a Steward: Has the FIA learned nothing from Herbert?
A steward from the FIA criticises Max Verstappen. It feels like déjà vu. A previous steward was fired for this, but there seems to be no new rule within the FIA regarding this matter. In the beginning...
Why this Red Bull supertalent is seen as the new Max Verstappen
Arvid Lindblad has been labelled by Johnny Herbert as a racer who could be better than Max Verstappen. Here's why there's so much excitement about the young Brit and why he's being compared to Verstap...
Exclusive: Spanish Grand Prix is no longer the name of the race in Barcelona
In 2026, two Grands Prix will be held in Spain in the Formula 1 calendar, but which GP will retain the title of the Grand Prix of Spain? GPblog has the answer. In 2026, two Spanish races will be on th...
Why Sergio Perez is the ideal interim solution for Alpine
Is Sergio Perez the ideal man for Alpine and Flavio Briatore? Although Perez seems like the perfect driver for Cadillac, a partnership could be interesting for both Alpine and Perez. An analysis of th...
'Perez in picture at Alpine as replacement for underperforming Colapinto'
Franco Colapinto has not performed as expected, and so the pressure is already increasing once again on a driver at Alpine. Not Jack Doohan, but Sergio Perez, Max Verstappen's old teammate, is said to...
The infamous McLaren front wing and how it brought everyone huge disappointment
A ‘game changer’, as the TD was labeled before the Grand Prix of Spain by team principals and analysts. It turned out, as so often, to bring no significant changes. Just another storm in a teacup. In...
Red Bull are rapidly preparing this top talent: Is he the next Verstappen or Vettel?
With Arvid Lindblad, the next big talent is ready from the Red Bull Junior Team. After several drivers who just didn't make it, Lindblad seems to belong to the 'serious' category. Has Red Bull finally...
Why is Mercedes not yet satisfied with two drivers from its own academy in F1?
With two drivers from its own academy, most F1 training programs would be satisfied, but that is not the case for Mercedes. In an exclusive interview with GPblog, Gwen Lagrue explains what the big goa...
Verstappen and Alonso impress in Formula 1 Qualifying duels this year
The greatest opponent of a Formula 1 driver is his teammate. He is the only other driver with the same exact car. After nine Grands Prix in 2025, it appears that some drivers are much better than thei...
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