George Russell stunned the Formula 1 paddock by topping FP2 at the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix in Baku, with Mercedes appearing to have a significant advantage over McLaren, Red... read more »
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The circuit in Madrid has offered Formula 1 drivers a surprisingly high level of grip during their first visit, something that is certainly not a given at a new circuit. The... read more »
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The combination of high grip and a very smooth track surface encouraged the onset of graining, although this should ease slightly as the circuit continues to evolve. read more »
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Grip is the biggest unknown, and it will shape both tyre warm-up and the risk of graining on the softer compounds. read more »
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FP3 proves the perfect appetiser for Monza qualifying, where traffic, grip, energy strategy and indeed team strategy look likely to have a significant impact. read more »
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Welcome back to another episode of the Nu Silver Arrows Radio Show! Recorded from the heart of the team in Brackley and this week Brixworth as host and Development Driver,... read more »
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Andrea Kimi Antonelli strengthened his grip on the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship after recovering to third place in a tactical Hungarian Grand Prix, with the Mercedes... read more »
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Pirelli believes the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix could develop into a two-stop race after Friday's practice sessions revealed higher-than-expected tyre degradation at the... read more »
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The wind plays havoc at the Hungaroring, as drivers struggle for balance on a track which already has them struggling for grip. read more »
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► Red Bull Yağlı Direk competitors test their grip and determination as they attempt to reach the flag atop a greased pole. #RedBull #GivesYouWiiings... read more »
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Oscar Piastri admitted McLaren lacked both grip and outright pace after a difficult Saturday at Silverstone, with the Australian finishing seventh in the Sprint before... read more »
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Two of the most coveted seats on the Formula 1 driver market have already been filled, but there will be no official announcements, no press releases accompanied by... read more »
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Silverstone will be a demanding energy management circuit, with the high-speed nature of Turns 1 & 9 producing very different optimal approaches depending on grip level. read more »
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Following a dismal start to the season, Alex Albon warns that Williams must get a grip of the FW47. read more »
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Red Bull locked out the third row of the grid for Sunday's Formula 1 Barcelona Grand Prix. Max Verstappen appeared to be in contention for pole position after two sectors,... read more »
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Red Bull endured a difficult and inconclusive opening day at the Barcelona‑Catalunya Grand Prix, with Max Verstappen unable to match the pace of his front‑running rivals in... read more »
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Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen both felt they had no grip and are not expecting to challenge at the front at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. read more »
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For Monaco, the softest tyre range is always selected, this year C3, C4 and C5, to ensure maximum grip on a very smooth asphalt surface. read more »
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Oscar Piastri says he was "caught out" by a lack of grip during his collision with Alex Albon at the 2026 F1 Canadian GP. The post Oscar Piastri explains cause of... read more »
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Red Bull's Sprint Qualifying in Montreal exposed a car still struggling to find consistency over bumps, kerbs and changing grip levels. Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar... read more »
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Charles Leclerc's dramatic spin on the final lap of the Miami Grand Prix was not the result of misfortune or external interference but a direct consequence of a calculated... read more »
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As in 2016, Mercedes looks to have an iron grip on the F1 World Championship, but that is where the similarities end. The post A battle of youth and experience at Mercedes –... read more »
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In the package of changes to the 2026 Formula 1 regulations agreed last week one of the key aims was to get a grip on the problem of closing speeds. The dangers of one car... read more »
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Since Lewis Hamilton's grip on Formula 1 domination loosened in 2021, F1 has become the Max Verstappen show. read more »
Azerbaijani Grand Prix
26th of September 2026
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kimi Antonelli | 292 |
| 2 | George Russell | 211 |
| 3 | Lewis Hamilton | 191 |
| 4 | Lando Norris | 186 |
| 5 | Charles Leclerc | 167 |
| 6 | Max Verstappen | 145 |
| 7 | Oscar Piastri | 120 |
| 8 | Isack Hadjar | 71 |
| 9 | Liam Lawson | 59 |
| 10 | Pierre Gasly | 41 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes | 503 |
| 2 | Ferrari | 358 |
| 3 | McLaren | 306 |
| 4 | Red Bull Racing | 230 |
| 5 | Racing Bulls | 77 |
| 6 | Alpine | 68 |
| 7 | Haas F1 Team | 21 |
| 8 | Audi | 17 |
| 9 | Williams | 11 |
| 10 | Aston Martin | 3 |