Anna Francis Anna Francis - senior writer RacingNews365.com
Anna has followed Formula 1 for over 20 years after growing up watching the sport with her family. She remains particularly fascinated by the psychology of those competing in the highest level of motorsport, and also takes a special interest in wider issues within F1 such as diversity, inclusion and mental health.
Prior to joining the RacingNews365 team, Anna worked as a digital journalist for a variety of magazine websites before going on to write several freelance features, including various features about W Series and driver well-being.
News from Anna Francis
Verstappen takes pole in Austria Sprint Shootout as Mercedes hit problems
LIVE: F1 2023 Austrian Grand Prix Free Practice 1

F1 Academy 2023 so far: Shocks, penalties and an incredible comeback

Perez leads home Verstappen in dominant Azerbaijan GP win

Who are the 2023 F1 Academy drivers?

LIVE: F1 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix Free Practice 3

LIVE: Reaction after dominant Red Bull display in Saudi Arabia practice
LIVE: F1 2023 Bahrain Grand Prix Free Practice 3

Sainz sets early testing pace after red flag disrupts running

F1 Academy calendar and format announced for debut season
Verstappen in the F1 record books: Where will he rank in 2023?

Verstappen shocked by 'absurd' FIA super licence fee

How Red Bull have already served part of cost cap penalty

The F1 rankings in which Mercedes beat Red Bull in 2022

Verstappen wins in Abu Dhabi as Leclerc denies Red Bull 1-2
Verstappen storms to pole position ahead of Perez in Abu Dhabi qualifying

LIVE: F1 2022 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Free Practice 3

Hamilton leads Russell to top Abu Dhabi FP1 as rookies return to action

LIVE: F1 2022 Singapore Grand Prix Free Practice 3

LIVE: F1 2022 Hungarian Grand Prix
F1 reviewing contingency measures as doubts surround two grands prix
FIA president issues statement as Middle East conflict escalates
McLaren face initial setback in 2026 F1 development race
Red Bull deliver 'fair bit faster' warning in fight with F1 rivals
McLaren hoping to exploit key trick in crucial F1 battleground
Porsche 'like a team again' after Antonio Felix da Costa exit
Aston Martin make 'very easy' Adrian Newey claim after slow F1 start
Toto Wolff points finger at F1 'phoenix' in 'six months' warning
Red Bull make 'unfortunate' admission after major F1 'surprise'
Oscar Piastri victim of 'small differences' collapse in F1 title loss