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March 12, 2026

"I don't wanna leave F1, but I also hope it gets better" says Verstappen on his retirement

Max Verstappen admits conflicting feelings about Formula 1 as the 2026 regulations dampen his enthusiasm, despite pride in Red Bull’s engine project and growing passion for endurance racing.

March 12, 2026

Perez warns "massive shunt is inevitable" during race starts

Sergio Perez raises serious safety concerns over F1 2026 race starts after a dramatic near-collision between Liam Lawson and Franco Colapinto in Melbourne, highlighting risks linked to the new power unit regulations.

March 12, 2026

Bearman credited Ferrari's transparency as the Scuderia is giving Haas "as much info as they can"

Oliver Bearman highlights Ferrari’s transparency on 2026 power unit strategy as a key advantage for Haas, contrasting with the performance struggles faced by Mercedes customer teams under the new F1 regulations.

March 11, 2026

Sergio Pérez: my feedback is much more appreciated at Cadillac than at Red Bull

Sergio Pérez says his technical feedback is far more valued at Cadillac than it was at Red Bull, marking a revitalized chapter in his F1 career as he helps shape the team’s inaugural project.

March 11, 2026

Bortoleto believes Audi will become F1's top engine manufacturer

Gabriel Bortoleto voices strong confidence that Audi can overcome early power unit challenges and emerge as one of Formula 1’s leading engine manufacturers under the 2026 regulations.

March 11, 2026

Lando Norris praises Ferrari's SF-26: "Their cornering speed is unbelievable"

Lando Norris hails Ferrari’s SF-26 as the best chassis on the 2026 grid after the Australian Grand Prix, highlighting the Scuderia’s exceptional cornering speed despite Mercedes’ Melbourne victory.

March 11, 2026

Formula E co-founder Alberto Longo warns "Formula 1 is making a huge mistake"

Formula E co-founder Alberto Longo criticizes F1's 2026 hybrid regulations, arguing the championship is abandoning its identity by copying Formula E's energy management philosophy.

March 10, 2026

"Antonelli? He's learning it the hard way" says Toto Wolff after his crash in Melbourne

Kimi Antonelli's brutal 17G crash in FP3 tested his resolve, but a remarkable recovery and commanding second-place finish prove he's learning F1 through adversity—and emerging resilient.

March 10, 2026

Williams proposes up to five solutions to combat "energy-starved" 2026 F1 cars

Williams is evaluating four to five regulatory proposals to resolve energy management issues affecting the 2026 F1 cars, with potential rule changes expected after the Chinese Grand Prix.

March 10, 2026

Toto Wolff’s bid for Alpine’s 24% stake intensifies his rivalry with Christian Horner

Toto Wolff’s bid for Alpine’s 24% stake intensifies his rivalry with Christian Horner, with major implications for Formula 1’s ownership structure, competitive balance, and strategic partnerships ahead of the 2026 era.

March 10, 2026

2026 Chinese GP Pirelli preview: Shanghai's strategic puzzle

Explore the 2026 Chinese GP with our expert analysis. Master F1's new "Straight Mode" (SM), Pirelli’s tire graining forecasts, and the battle for the first Sprint of the season.

March 10, 2026

2026 Chinese Grand Prix: all you need to know

Everything you need to know about the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix: Shanghai track guide, Sprint format, tyres, strategy and how Overtake Mode could change the race.