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Two-time world champion, Fernando Alonso continues his criticism of the 2026 regulations. read more »
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Max Verstappen has called on F1 to consult drivers when designing new circuits. read more »
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New circuits create opportunities and unknowns in equal measure. read more »
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There have been several examples of Formula 1 2026's regulations radically changing the style of racing at some of the 24 circuits on the calendar, but Monza's... read more »
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We knew Monza would be one of the more difficult circuits for our car, so to come away with both cars finishing just outside the points is a solid effort. read more »
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Formula 1 heads to the Temple of Speed with the three softest compounds available as Pirelli predicts a strategic battle around one of the fastest circuits on the calendar read more »
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Formula 1 returns from its summer break this weekend with the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, one of the most distinctive and technically demanding circuits on the 2026 calendar. read more »
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Formula 1 returns from the summer break with a Sprint weekend at Zandvoort, placing an additional technical challenge in front of the teams as they prepare for one of the most... read more »
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The complaints have been rumbling since before the start of the Formula 1 season. Periodically they intensify, especially at so-called 'energy-starved' circuits where... read more »
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Rivals claim Ferrari has the most agile chassis in Formula 1, if not the best engine or aerodynamics, so its SF-26 is generally expected to shine at circuits where straightline... read more »
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Mercedes is still trying to figure out why George Russell had more energy deployment issues at Formula 1's Belgian Grand Prix despite tweaking his driving style, after he... read more »
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Lewis Hamilton has rebuffed suggestions from Oliver Bearman that racing on slow tracks has become more exciting ahead of the F1 Belgian GP. The post Lewis Hamilton refutes... read more »
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McLaren has arrived at Spa-Francorchamps with a focused two-part aerodynamic upgrade package, introducing revisions to its rear wing in a bid to maximise efficiency at one of... read more »
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Charles Leclerc says Ferrari's surprise victory at the British Grand Prix has given him renewed belief, but insists the real challenge now is proving that the breakthrough... read more »
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Pirelli has brought the C2, C3 and C4 compounds, as Spa-Francorchamps ranks among the most demanding circuits for tyres in terms of loads and forces, though not reaching the... read more »
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Although Red Bull topped the initial internal combustion engine rankings - something that is partly due to how each manufacturer has chosen to run its power unit during the... read more »
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Pirelli Head of Racing Dario Marrafuschi offered detailed insight into the company's tyre compound philosophy, the reasoning behind going softer at certain circuits, and... read more »
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Bahrain Grand Prix
4th of October 2026
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kimi Antonelli | 302 |
| 2 | George Russell | 236 |
| 3 | Lewis Hamilton | 199 |
| 4 | Lando Norris | 186 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | 179 |
| 6 | Max Verstappen | 163 |
| 7 | Oscar Piastri | 120 |
| 8 | Isack Hadjar | 86 |
| 9 | Liam Lawson | 59 |
| 10 | Pierre Gasly | 41 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes | 538 |
| 2 | Ferrari | 378 |
| 3 | McLaren | 306 |
| 4 | Red Bull Racing | 263 |
| 5 | Racing Bulls | 83 |
| 6 | Alpine | 68 |
| 7 | Haas F1 Team | 27 |
| 8 | Audi | 17 |
| 9 | Williams | 12 |
| 10 | Aston Martin | 3 |

