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Wild reports of a full-blown reliability crisis at Aston Martin ahead of the Australian Grand Prix have been doing the rounds, but how much is true? Crash.net investigates the real state of affairs be...
Crash.net
BBC Sport's Andrew Benson tackles reader questions ahead of the season-opening Australian Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton's prospects at Ferrari topping the agenda. After an encouraging pre-...
BBC Sport
Williams have admitted being caught off guard by the size of the gap to the leading teams after pre-season testing. The Grove-based outfit had hoped the 2026 regulation reset would provide an opportun...
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Albert Park may be a great venue for a season opener, but The Race argues it's one of the worst circuits to showcase the 2026 regulations. The track's characteristics risk exposing the new c...
The Race
As the most dramatic claims about Aston Martin's preparedness for the Australian Grand Prix continue to circulate, The Race cuts through the noise to assess what is actually happening within the ...
The Race
With the Australian Grand Prix just days away, The Race's team of journalists assesses whether the widespread concerns about the 2026 regulations are justified. Max Verstappen has called the new ...
The Race
Lando Norris has opened up about the mental transformation that took him from a talented youngster to a genuine championship contender in Formula 1. The McLaren driver reveals how he forced himself to...
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Formula 1 enters a transformative new era in 2026 with sweeping changes to cars, engines, and the grid itself. The new regulations introduce smaller, lighter cars with active aerodynamics, a revamped ...
BBC Sport
Organisers of the Australian Grand Prix have moved to reassure fans that all Formula 1 drivers will be present in Melbourne despite significant travel disruptions caused by the geopolitical situation ...
Crash.net
Aston Martin heads into the Australian Grand Prix knowing it faces a difficult weekend after severe Honda engine reliability issues dominated pre-season testing. The team managed only limited running ...
Autosport
Formula 1 has confirmed that the safety and wellbeing of all personnel will be the primary factor in deciding whether Middle Eastern races proceed amid the ongoing Iran-US conflict. The Race reports t...
The Race
The Australian Grand Prix organisers and Formula 1 have confirmed that the season-opening race in Melbourne will not be affected by the travel disruptions caused by Middle East tensions. While some fl...
BBC Sport
Aston Martin's new works Honda partnership was supposed to replicate the Japanese manufacturer's successful era with Red Bull, but pre-season testing has drawn uncomfortable parallels with H...
The Race
Max Verstappen has warned that the 2026 regulations could make Formula 1 more confusing for casual viewers. The four-time world champion argues that the complex energy management systems and active ae...
Autosport
As the 2026 Australian Grand Prix approaches, Crash.net looks back at the most controversial season-opening moments in Formula 1 history. From dramatic crashes to contentious team orders and disqualif...
Crash.net
Mick Schumacher's return to the Formula 1 grid has revealed dimensions of the young driver that were obscured during his initial troubled tenure. The Race examines how Schumacher's second ch...
The Race
A planned wet-weather tyre test in Bahrain has been cancelled as a direct consequence of the escalating conflict between Iran and the United States. Pirelli had scheduled the test to evaluate the 2026...
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BBC Sport invites fans to make their predictions for the 2026 Formula 1 season by ranking drivers and constructors. With the new regulations creating unprecedented uncertainty in the pecking order, th...
BBC Sport
Despite polarising opinions within the paddock, Netflix's Drive to Survive series remains a fixture of Formula 1's media landscape. The show, now entering its latest season, has been credite...
Autosport
Formula 1 has released an official statement regarding the Bahrain Grand Prix following the cancellation of a key test event in the kingdom. The statement addresses the current security situation and ...
Crash.net
Formula 1's proposal to increase the number of sprint race weekends from six to twelve has sparked a heated debate among fans and insiders alike. RaceFans puts the question directly to its audien...
RaceFans
Pirelli's new tyre range for the 2026 season marks a significant departure from previous compounds. BBC Sport explains the full tyre lineup, from the softest to the hardest compound, and how they...
BBC Sport
Mick Schumacher has offered a frank comparison of his IndyCar experience, likening the American single-seater to 'an F2 car, just with better tyres.' The former F1 driver's candid asses...
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McLaren CEO Zak Brown has predicted that Christian Horner will find his way back to the Formula 1 paddock after his departure from Red Bull. Brown's comments come amid ongoing speculation about H...
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Pirelli has officially cancelled its planned Formula 1 test in Bahrain, citing safety concerns related to the geopolitical situation in the region. The tyre manufacturer had intended to conduct a dedi...
The Race
The celebrity presence in Formula 1 has reached unprecedented levels, and the BBC argues this new golden age of star power is only just getting started. From Hollywood A-listers to music icons, the pa...
BBC Sport
The 2026 regulation reset gives several drivers a fresh opportunity to rewrite their Formula 1 narratives. Autosport identifies five competitors who enter the new era with something to prove, whether ...
Autosport
The FIA's decision to adjust the engine compression ratio rules has been positioned as a compromise between Mercedes and its power unit rivals. Autosport analyses whether the solution genuinely l...
Autosport
Formula 1 is set to revise the engine regulation that has been at the heart of a bitter dispute between manufacturers. The BBC reports that the rule governing compression ratio testing will be amended...
BBC Sport
Formula 1's engine manufacturers have agreed to revised compression ratio regulations that aim to close a loophole exploited most effectively by Mercedes. The new rules tighten the wording around...
The Race
Formula 1 has scrapped the mandatory two-stop rule for the Monaco Grand Prix following the controversy it generated during the 2025 race. The regulation, designed to inject more strategic variety into...
Autosport
In a significant expansion of its Formula 1 coverage, Netflix will stream the Canadian Grand Prix live in the United States. The move represents the streaming giant's latest push into live sports...
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McLaren and Chip Ganassi Racing have reached a definitive settlement in the legal dispute over IndyCar driver Álex Palou. The case, which centred on conflicting contracts and Palou's aborted move...
Autosport
Veteran commentator Martin Brundle has offered his assessment of what 2026 holds for both Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari and George Russell at Mercedes. Brundle weighs up whether Hamilton can challenge for...
Crash.net
Honda has disclosed the root cause of the engine reliability problems that severely hampered Aston Martin during pre-season testing. The Japanese manufacturer identified a specific component failure t...
Autosport
Honda has shared concerning details about the 'abnormal' behaviour detected in the power units supplied to Aston Martin during testing. The investigation uncovered issues that go beyond a si...
Crash.net
The eighth season of Netflix's Drive to Survive has arrived with a shorter episode count, and RaceFans finds the latest instalment lacking the paddock drama that made earlier seasons so compellin...
RaceFans
Cadillac has revealed that its first Formula 1 car will be designated the MAC-26, a tribute to racing legend Mario Andretti whose family fought for years to bring an American team back to the grid. Th...
RaceFans
The new Cadillac Formula 1 team has paid a fitting tribute to Mario Andretti by naming its debut car the MAC-26. The 1978 world champion's involvement in the Andretti Global campaign was instrume...
Autosport
Both Cadillac and Audi enter Formula 1 in 2026 with world championship aspirations, but their paths could hardly be more different. Cadillac arrives as a customer team using Ferrari power units while ...
BBC Sport
Williams development driver Luke Browning has broken his silence following a violent crash during testing at Suzuka. The young British driver provides a first-hand account of the incident, describing ...
Crash.net
The 2026 regulations have raised a fundamental question about the role of the driver in modern Formula 1. With active aerodynamics, complex energy management, and increased electronic assistance, the ...
BBC Sport
An in-depth look at the qualities and characteristics that set Max Verstappen apart from his Formula 1 rivals. Crash.net explores the four-time world champion's unmatched car control, his relentl...
Crash.net
As concerns mount about the 2026 regulations producing processional racing, the concept of 'super clipping' has emerged as a potential solution. Autosport explains the technical mechanism be...
Autosport
Former Formula 1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone has weighed in on the 2026 regulations with characteristically blunt criticism, arguing the new rules are 'less about racing' than they should be. ...
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Reigning constructors' champions McLaren expect to begin the 2026 season on the back foot, with team principal Andrea Stella acknowledging they will need to play 'catch-up' based on pre...
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A bold prediction has been made about Lewis Hamilton's prospects at Ferrari after the team's encouraging pre-season testing performance. With Ferrari emerging as one of the frontrunners in B...
Crash.net
Television presenter Jeremy Clarkson has offered a humorous yet pointed take on the 2026 Formula 1 regulations, expressing concern that the emphasis on energy management could turn races into enduranc...
Crash.net
Bernie Ecclestone has issued a stark warning about the direction of Formula 1 under the 2026 regulations while simultaneously offering rare praise for Lewis Hamilton's move to Ferrari. The former...
Crash.net
Williams reserve driver Luke Browning has emerged unscathed from a terrifying high-speed crash during a test session at Suzuka. The incident, captured on video, shows the severity of the impact and un...
Crash.net
A rival team has identified a specific area where Red Bull appears to hold a decisive advantage heading into the 2026 season. Crash.net reveals the technical domain where the Milton Keynes outfit'...
Crash.net
The BBC profiles Britain's youngest Formula 1 driver, exploring the 'rare combination' of natural talent, family support, and strategic career management that propelled them onto the gr...
BBC Sport
Carlos Sainz has called on Formula 1 and the FIA to remain open to adjusting the 2026 regulations if the early races reveal problems. The Williams driver believes the sport should not be too proud to ...
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Max Verstappen has provided a rare glimpse into his thinking about how long he intends to remain in Formula 1. The four-time world champion's comments, while not definitive, suggest he is already...
Crash.net
Christian Horner has distanced himself from the decision to drop Liam Lawson from the Red Bull seat after just two races, claiming the call was not his to make. The revelation adds another layer to th...
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The arrival of Cadillac as Formula 1's 11th team necessitates changes to the qualifying format for the 2026 season. With 22 cars on the grid instead of 20, the elimination thresholds in Q1, Q2, a...
Crash.net
Autosport looks back at ten of the most impressive Formula 1 cars that, despite their brilliance, never secured a world championship title. The retrospective spans decades of racing history, from mach...
Autosport
Toto Wolff has revealed the contents of the text message he sent to Christian Horner following the latter's departure from Red Bull. The Mercedes team principal's gesture towards his long-ti...
Crash.net
Christian Horner has denied that Max Verstappen played any role in his departure from Red Bull, pushing back against rumours that the star driver's influence led to the team principal's exit...
BBC Sport
Ferrari has found a unique interpretation of the 2026 regulations that gives them an advantage no other team can replicate. Crash.net reveals the specific area where the Maranello team has exploited t...
Crash.net
Christian Horner has pointed the finger at Helmut Marko as having played a significant role in his ousting from Red Bull. The former team principal's revelation about the influential advisor'...
Crash.net
Jack Doohan has spoken publicly for the first time about the disturbing death threats he received before being dropped from the Formula 1 grid. The young Australian driver's account sheds light o...
Crash.net
Pre-season testing in Bahrain has offered the first competitive picture of the 2026 grid. Ferrari and Red Bull emerged as the standout performers, with Mercedes and McLaren showing solid pace behind t...
Crash.net
The team principal of Cadillac's Formula 1 operation has revealed a powerful personal pledge from Mario Andretti during the team's journey to the grid. Andretti's promise — 'I will...
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With pre-season testing complete, Crash.net delivers its definitive assessment of the 2026 Formula 1 pecking order. Ferrari and Red Bull lead the way, with Mercedes and McLaren forming a competitive s...
Crash.net
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen has doubled down on his criticism of the 2026 regulations, calling the new cars his 'least favourite' ever to drive. Verstappen has been vocal about h...
Crash.net
Lewis Hamilton has emphatically dismissed suggestions that the 2026 season could be his last in Formula 1, delivering a statement of intent about his long-term commitment to Ferrari. The seven-time ch...
Crash.net
A comprehensive statistical breakdown of the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season testing programme in Bahrain. The data covers the fastest times set by each team and driver, total lap counts, and reliability re...
Crash.net
Yuki Tsunoda walked away uninjured after his Red Bull Formula 1 car caught fire during a promotional showrun event. The dramatic incident, caught on camera, saw flames engulf the rear of the car befor...
Crash.net
Despite widespread concern about the 2026 regulations, there are specific scenarios and circuit types where the new cars could actually produce better racing than their predecessors. Crash.net identif...
Crash.net
A specific concern about the behaviour of Formula 1 cars in low-drag 'straight mode' was raised during an F1 Commission meeting. Autosport reports that the issue relates to how the active ae...
Autosport
George Russell has acknowledged that Red Bull's energy deployment strategy remains the benchmark in Formula 1, even under the dramatically different 2026 regulations. The Mercedes driver's a...
Autosport
George Russell has made a remarkably candid admission that his practice starts during pre-season testing were the worst of his entire Formula 1 career. The Mercedes driver's struggles highlight t...
Autosport
Oscar Piastri has detailed the evolving role of his manager Mark Webber within a reorganised personal support structure for the 2026 season. The McLaren driver explains how the former F1 driver's...
Crash.net
Audi has acknowledged the uncertainty surrounding its 2026 Formula 1 competitiveness, admitting the team won't know where it truly stands until all teams show their true performance levels. The f...
Crash.net
The BBC shines a light on the unexpected cluster of people from northeast England who have found their way into the Formula 1 paddock. From engineers to media personnel, the feature celebrates the Geo...
BBC Sport
The BBC delivers its verdict on the winners and losers from the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season testing programme. Ferrari and Red Bull emerge as the clear frontrunners, while Aston Martin's Honda engi...
BBC Sport
George Russell has candidly identified a specific performance area where Mercedes is struggling, even as Ferrari's strong form continues to set the pace. The admission comes as the Silver Arrows ...
Crash.net
Ferrari ended the 2026 pre-season testing programme on a high note, dominating the final day at Bahrain while McLaren lost valuable track time to technical issues. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton b...
Crash.net
Ferrari set the early pace on the final day of Formula 1 testing in Bahrain, while a Mercedes stoppage brought out the red flag and interrupted proceedings. The session's contrasting fortunes und...
Crash.net
Formula 1 is actively exploring doubling the number of sprint races from six to twelve per season starting in 2027, along with other format changes to regular race weekends. Liberty Media has pushed t...
Autosport
Charles Leclerc topped the timing sheets in Bahrain while Aston Martin's nightmare test continued with the team managing just two laps before being forced to stop. Ferrari's impressive pace ...
Autosport
Ferrari continued to set the standard in Bahrain pre-season testing with the fastest time of the session, while Aston Martin was forced to end its running prematurely due to persistent Honda engine is...
Autosport
The complete results from the final day of the second Formula 1 pre-season test in Bahrain for 2026. The timing data, lap counts, and tyre compound usage provide the last data point before teams head ...
Crash.net
Esteban Ocon has shared the details of an unusual tyre evaluation carried out during the Bahrain test, describing an unconventional approach that he believes was a first in Formula 1. The Haas driver&...
Crash.net
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has called for calm amid the growing criticism of the 2026 regulations, urging the sport not to panic or overreact before the first race has even taken place. Domenica...
Autosport
Crash.net provided comprehensive live coverage of the third and final day of the second Formula 1 pre-season test in Bahrain. The session brought the testing programme to a close with Ferrari maintain...
Crash.net
Aston Martin was forced to end its participation in the final day of Bahrain testing after completing just six laps. The Honda engine issues that plagued the team throughout pre-season showed no signs...
Autosport
Aston Martin's 2026 pre-season testing programme ended on a deeply troubling note as the team was once again unable to complete a full day of running. The cumulative effect of Honda's persis...
Crash.net
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has adopted a reassuring tone towards fans and critics concerned about the 2026 regulations, urging everyone to 'keep calm.' Speaking to the BBC, Domenicali ...
BBC Sport
Lando Norris has conceded that the 2026 Formula 1 cars do not represent 'the purest form of racing,' acknowledging the energy management demands compromise the raw driving experience. The Mc...
BBC Sport
Lando Norris has shifted his position on the 2026 regulations, admitting he agrees with Max Verstappen's criticisms on many points. The McLaren driver had previously been more diplomatic, but his...
Crash.net
The proposal to expand the number of sprint race weekends has divided the Formula 1 driver community. While some support the idea of more action-packed weekends, others worry about the additional phys...
Crash.net
Andrea Kimi Antonelli topped the timing sheets on day five of testing in Bahrain, showcasing Mercedes' potential with a strong performance. Meanwhile, Aston Martin's reliability crisis showe...
Autosport
Lewis Hamilton has struck a more positive note on the 2026 regulations than some of his rivals, calling the new-generation Formula 1 cars 'more fun' to drive. His view contrasts sharply with...
BBC Sport
Formula 1 is taking action to close a regulatory loophole in the 2026 engine rules that one manufacturer had identified and exploited. The BBC reports on the swift response from the FIA and the sport&...
BBC Sport
All Formula 1 engine manufacturers will vote on whether to implement additional testing requirements in response to the compression ratio controversy. Autosport reports that the vote represents a coll...
Autosport
Mercedes and McLaren were separated by just one hundredth of a second in a tight testing session at Bahrain, while four teams encountered technical problems. The razor-thin margin between the two team...
Autosport
Charles Leclerc narrowly beat Lando Norris for the fastest time in the morning session of day four at the Bahrain test, continuing the close battle between Ferrari and McLaren at the top of the timesh...
Autosport
BBC Sport explains the concept of sandbagging in Formula 1 — the practice of deliberately hiding a car's true performance during testing or practice sessions. The explainer covers why teams sandb...
BBC Sport
Autosport's video update summarises the key takeaways from the Formula 1 2026 pre-season testing programme in Bahrain. The report covers the competitive picture emerging from the timesheets, the ...
Autosport
Energy management has emerged as a major complication for qualifying in the 2026 season. The new hybrid power units require teams to carefully balance battery deployment across a single flying lap, an...
Autosport
Red Bull has confirmed the departure of a key member of its technical team, with the chief designer leaving the organisation. The exit adds to the significant personnel changes at the Milton Keynes ou...
Autosport
Pirelli announced plans to host a dedicated wet-weather tyre test in Bahrain with participation from two Formula 1 teams. The test was intended to provide critical data on the 2026 rain tyres, which f...
Autosport
Barcelona has signed a new agreement to continue hosting Formula 1 races until 2032, securing the Spanish Grand Prix's long-term future at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The deal ensures one...
BBC Sport
McLaren has acknowledged that Ferrari and Mercedes appear to be ahead of them in the early 2026 competitive order. The team's honest assessment of where they stand after pre-season testing reflec...
Autosport
Aston Martin has made a frank admission that the team is 'not at the level' of its competitors following a disastrous pre-season testing programme. The acknowledgement confirms what the time...
Autosport
George Russell has described Mercedes' Bahrain testing performance as a 'reality check' after Red Bull demonstrated a clear advantage in several key areas. The Silver Arrows had entered...
Autosport
George Russell has described Red Bull's competitive advantage in certain performance areas as 'pretty scary,' signalling genuine concern about the gap to the Milton Keynes team. The Mer...
BBC Sport
BBC Sport cuts through the noise of pre-season testing to determine which teams were genuinely fast and which were hiding their true pace. The analysis examines long-run data, fuel-corrected times, an...
BBC Sport
The 2026 Formula 1 cars have split driver opinion dramatically, with some comparing them unfavourably to Formula E while others find the new machinery genuinely enjoyable. The BBC captures the full sp...
BBC Sport
A stunning visual gallery of the 2026 Formula 1 cars captured during pre-season testing at Bahrain International Circuit. The images showcase the dramatically different look of the new-generation mach...
BBC Sport
BBC Sport provides a comprehensive guide to the 2026 Formula 1 calendar, confirming when the season gets underway and listing all scheduled race dates. The Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne marks the...
BBC Sport
Lando Norris has revealed his desire to disconnect from the pressures of Formula 1 by living a few normal days between testing and the season opener. The McLaren driver's comments offer insight i...
BBC Sport
Lando Norris has declared he is 'only just getting going' after his first world championship, signalling ambitions far beyond a single title. The McLaren driver ranks himself among the great...
BBC Sport
BBC Sport takes readers behind the scenes of McLaren's championship-winning 2025 campaign, exploring the team dynamics, internal rules, and personal relationships that shaped their success. The f...
BBC Sport
In an emotional reflection on his 2025 title triumph, Lando Norris insisted his world championship belongs to the entire McLaren team. The driver's generous tribute to his mechanics, engineers, a...
BBC Sport
The BBC profiles Lando Norris's rise from a young karting prodigy to Formula 1 world champion, highlighting the crucial role his family played in supporting his journey. The feature explores the ...
BBC Sport
With Red Bull's driver lineup undergoing significant changes, the BBC examines what the future holds for Yuki Tsunoda. The Japanese driver has impressed in recent seasons but faces an uncertain p...
BBC Sport
BBC Sport explains the halo device — the titanium structure mounted above Formula 1 cockpits that has saved multiple lives since its introduction in 2018. The explainer covers how the halo works, the ...
BBC Sport
BBC Sport decodes the 'papaya rules' — McLaren's internal code of conduct governing how their drivers race against each other. Named after the team's signature colour, these rules ...
BBC Sport
BBC Sport explains the super licence — the mandatory qualification required to race in Formula 1. The guide covers the points system drivers must navigate through junior categories, the minimum age re...
BBC Sport
BBC Sport profiles Cadillac, Formula 1's newest team and the first new constructor to join the grid since Haas in 2016. The feature traces the team's journey from the Andretti family's ...
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