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Why Vasseur was surprised by F1 2026 starting procedure complaints

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has expressed bewilderment at the controversy surrounding Formula 1's 2026 starting procedure, pointing out that turbo lag management without the MGU-H was a k...

Autosport March 2, 2026

Analysis

How to watch the 2026 Australian Grand Prix live

A comprehensive guide to watching the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, the season-opening round at Melbourne's Albert Park circuit. The guide covers broadcast schedules, streaming options, and session...

RaceFans March 2, 2026

Analysis

How to follow the Australian Grand Prix on the BBC

BBC Sport outlines its full coverage plans for the 2026 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne. From live radio commentary to online updates and highlights, the guide details every way fans can follow the...

BBC Sport March 2, 2026

Analysis

How the latest Iran-US conflict is impacting Formula 1 and WEC

The escalating conflict between Iran and the United States is having tangible effects on both Formula 1 and the World Endurance Championship. With Middle Eastern rounds on both calendars, organisers a...

Autosport March 2, 2026

Analysis

F1 Australian Grand Prix at Melbourne: Start times and how to watch

Everything you need to know about watching the 2026 Australian Grand Prix at Melbourne's Albert Park. Full session schedule including practice, qualifying and the race, plus a guide to broadcast ...

Crash.net March 2, 2026

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Why Max Verstappen won't follow his father Jos into rallying

Despite his father Jos's well-known rallying exploits, Max Verstappen has firmly ruled out following that path when his Formula 1 career eventually ends. Crash.net explores the reasons behind the...

Crash.net February 27, 2026

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Doohan received 'death threats' before losing Alpine F1 seat to Colapinto

Jack Doohan has revealed the harrowing extent of the abuse he suffered before being dropped by Alpine, including death threats warning that 'all my limbs would be cut off' if he competed at ...

RaceFans February 26, 2026

Analysis

Why rain is a growing concern for teams early in the 2026 season

Wet weather has become a significantly greater challenge for Formula 1 teams under the 2026 regulations. Autosport explains how the new active aerodynamics and energy management systems create additio...

Autosport February 25, 2026

Analysis

Why the biggest challenge in upgrading 2026 F1 cars isn't technical

The most significant obstacle facing Formula 1 teams in developing their 2026 cars may not be an engineering problem at all. Autosport reveals that regulatory restrictions on testing and development, ...

Autosport February 25, 2026

Analysis

Why has it gone so wrong for Aston Martin?

The combination of Adrian Newey, Honda engines, and Fernando Alonso should have made Aston Martin a force in 2026, but pre-season testing has told a very different story. Reliability issues with the H...

BBC Sport February 24, 2026

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Pourchaire joins Mercedes as fourth development driver

Théo Pourchaire has been signed by Mercedes as their fourth development driver for the 2026 season, adding another promising talent to the Silver Arrows' stable. The former Sauber race driver bri...

RaceFans February 24, 2026

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Damon Hill returns to Williams 30 years after title triumph

In a remarkable homecoming, 1996 world champion Damon Hill is returning to Williams in an advisory role, three decades after clinching the championship with the team. Hill replaces Jenson Button in th...

Crash.net February 23, 2026

Analysis

How F1 drivers are adapting to the 'new normal' of 2026 cars

The 2026 Formula 1 cars demand a fundamentally different driving approach, and Crash.net examines how drivers are adapting to what they call 'the new normal.' From managing battery deploymen...

Crash.net February 22, 2026

Analysis

Why ex-Verstappen teammates back Hadjar to avoid their struggles

Former teammates of Max Verstappen have expressed confidence that Isack Hadjar can succeed where they struggled alongside the dominant Dutchman. Crash.net gathers perspectives from drivers who experie...

Crash.net February 22, 2026

Analysis

Why Ferrari is genuinely worth getting excited about in 2026

After years of near-misses and false dawns, there are compelling reasons to believe Ferrari is entering the 2026 season as a genuine championship contender. Crash.net examines the convergence of facto...

Crash.net February 20, 2026

Analysis

Why 2026 F1 testing chaos is 'actually not as bad' as it looks

Despite the alarming headlines about troubled pre-season testing, a closer analysis suggests the situation across the 2026 grid is less concerning than it appears. Crash.net argues that the apparent c...

Crash.net February 20, 2026

Analysis

What is 'super clipping'? The strange new F1 2026 jargon explained

The 2026 regulations have introduced a wave of new technical terminology to the Formula 1 lexicon, and 'super clipping' is among the most discussed. Crash.net provides a clear, accessible ex...

Crash.net February 20, 2026

Analysis

Why McLaren is now encouraged by practice starts in Bahrain

After initial struggles with the new starting procedure, McLaren has found reasons for optimism following improvements in their practice starts at Bahrain. Autosport examines how the team adjusted its...

Autosport February 19, 2026

Analysis

Why Red Bull has 'zero concerns' about Verstappen losing interest

Despite Max Verstappen's vocal criticism of the 2026 regulations, Red Bull insists it has no concerns about its star driver losing motivation or interest in Formula 1. Autosport explores the team...

Autosport February 18, 2026

Analysis

Why Cadillac isn't using as many Ferrari F1 parts as it could

New F1 entrant Cadillac has deliberately chosen not to take the maximum number of listed parts available from Ferrari, despite being a customer team. While the General Motors-backed outfit uses Ferrar...

Autosport February 17, 2026

Analysis

How McLaren tweaked its steering wheel for F1's 2026 hybrid era

McLaren has redesigned its steering wheel interface to better manage the complex energy systems of the 2026 Formula 1 car. Autosport reveals the specific changes to button layout, rotary switches, and...

Autosport February 16, 2026

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Barcelona joins F1 rotation with new three-race deal

Barcelona has agreed a new arrangement to host three Formula 1 races as part of a rotation scheme, ensuring the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya remains on the calendar in a new format. Autosport detail...

Autosport February 16, 2026

Analysis

Alonso: Newey hasn't forgotten how to design an F1 car

Fernando Alonso has backed Adrian Newey to deliver at Aston Martin despite the team's troubled pre-season, insisting the legendary designer 'hasn't forgotten how to design an F1 car.&#x...

Autosport February 16, 2026

Analysis

Why race starts have become so complicated in F1 2026

Autosport provides a detailed technical explanation of why the 2026 race start procedure has become significantly more complex than in previous years. The removal of the MGU-H means drivers must manag...

Autosport February 15, 2026

Analysis

Why Mercedes' praise of Red Bull's engine may not tell the full story

When Mercedes publicly complimented Red Bull's engine performance, it raised eyebrows across the paddock. Autosport investigates whether the praise was genuine or a calculated piece of paddock po...

Autosport February 15, 2026

Analysis

How Red Bull plans to overcome Verstappen's frustration with 2026 rules

Red Bull has outlined its internal strategy for managing Max Verstappen's well-publicised frustration with the 2026 regulations. Autosport reveals how the team plans to channel the four-time cham...

Autosport February 14, 2026

Analysis

Quiz: How well do you know F1 champion Norris?

Test your knowledge of Lando Norris with BBC Sport's interactive quiz about the 2025 Formula 1 world champion. The quiz covers everything from his early karting career to his championship-winning...

BBC Sport December 7, 2025

Analysis

How Norris won his title by 'doing it my way'

BBC Sport chronicles Lando Norris's journey to the 2025 world championship, exploring how the McLaren driver succeeded by staying true to his own approach rather than conforming to conventional w...

BBC Sport December 7, 2025