DUTCH GRAND PRIX - FP1 | FRI, AUG 21, 10:30 AM
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Aston Martin’s pursuit of Jonathan Wheatley has reignited paddock concerns over how the team stays within Formula 1’s 2026 cost cap amid reports of significant staff salaries.
Oliver Bearman’s strong 2026 start and mature mindset have sparked calls for Ferrari to promote him for 2027. Here’s why he could be their smartest long-term move.
Dive into a technical F1 analysis of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix. Discover how active aero, smaller Pirelli tyres, and new power units will completely overhaul race strategy at Suzuka.
Fernando Alonso will miss Japanese GP media day for the birth of his first child as Aston Martin battles reliability issues, leadership changes, and a difficult start to the 2026 F1 season.
Max Verstappen drove a Red Bull-liveried Nissan Z GT500 during a private Super GT test at Fuji ahead of the Japanese Grand Prix, marking his second outing in a modern Super GT car.
Mercedes faces FIA scrutiny over its 2026 front wing design, with a reported two-phase movable system potentially exceeding regulatory limits ahead of Suzuka.
Mattia Binotto takes over as Audi F1 team principal after Jonathan Wheatley’s sudden exit, calling for clean execution and improved reliability ahead of Suzuka.
Honda says it has reduced F1 power unit vibrations affecting Aston Martin but warns Suzuka could be a tough test as performance and energy management remain below expectations.
Is Shanghai the best race on the calendar? Explore paddock secrets, the Mercedes podium takeover, and why visa-free entry makes the Chinese GP a must-visit for 2027. Listen to Episode 64 now!
The Formula 1 Exhibition will open in Munich on 20 May 2026, marking its tenth global stop and second German venue after attracting over 1.3 million visitors worldwide.
Mercedes reveals a wolf-inspired front wing for the Japanese Grand Prix, as the championship-leading team continues its strong start to the F1 season with a bold new W17 design.
Pirelli boss Mario Isola says tyre compound selections could be adjusted in 2026 after the season’s opening races in Australia and China were dominated by one-stop strategies under F1’s new regulations.
