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Formula 1 is considering a major weekend-format overhaul from 2027, potentially doubling sprint races from 6 to 12 and reworking Fridays to deliver meaningful on-track action while preserving opportunities for rookies.
Ferrari revealed two bold 2026-era aero concepts in Bahrain testing: a flow-turning device that redirects exhaust to energize the diffuser and rear wing, and a rear wing whose upper element rotates **180 degrees** to cut drag. Hereâs how these innovations could influence F1âs next rules cycle.
Lewis Hamilton says helping develop Ferrariâs SF-26 in the simulator has put his âDNAâ into the 2026 car after a winless, confidence-sapping 2025âraising hopes that new regulations and a personal reset can finally unlock Ferrariâs potential.
Ferrari surprises rivals at Bahrain testing with its ingenious FTM exhaust wingâa clever regulatory interpretation that exploits the beam wing ban, boosts rear aero performance, and could shape early 2026 competitiveness.
Ferrari dominates Bahrain F1 2026 test with Leclerc shining while Red Bull and Cadillac face reliability issues.
Charles Leclerc says heâs âfinding the fun in a different wayâ with 2026 F1 cars, embracing the technical challenge of new hybrid systems, lighter chassis behavior, and the likely early-season chaos from major regulation changes.
Ferrari heads into week two of Bahrain testing with a fresh power unit, reinforced gearbox, and a major aerodynamic upgrade packageâbuilding on strong reliability and targeting sharper starts and stronger performance ahead of Melbourne.
Aston Martinâs 2026 F1 plans face a major setback as their first in-house gearbox may require a six-month rebuild to meet new 2026 powertrain demands, risking the first half of the season despite Adrian Neweyâs arrival.
Barcelona confirms its Formula 1 future through 2032 via a rotation deal with Spa-Francorchamps, backed by major circuit upgrades and significant economic impact for Catalonia.
Oscar Piastri warns that poor race starts in 2026 F1 could cost drivers up to seven grid positionsâa dramatic shift that threatens chaos on the opening lap of every grand prix.
F1 2026 race starts are becoming unpredictable as the removal of the MGU-H forces drivers to rev for 10â15 seconds to spool the turbo, raising safety concerns and prompting the FIA to consider extending the pre-start timing.
Pirelli will run an unprecedented wet-weather tyre test at Bahrain by using sprinklers to create consistent rain conditions on the desert circuit, helping refine 2026 F1 wet tyres and reduce the crossover gap to intermediates.