We've seen encouraging signs in terms of pace over the first two races, but we understand there are areas where we can still improve - both in performance and execution. read more »
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We've already had a great start to the Japanese GP week... read more »
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Paul Williams, Chief Trackside Engineer shares insights into the key technical factors that will shape the weekend. read more »
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It is clear that there are areas where we need to improve. The level of competition is very high and small differences can have a big impact on the result. read more »
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We have made a positive start to the season but it is only that. In both Australia and China, we had several close calls that could have ended our weekend. read more »
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Red Bull are the most successful constructor in Suzuka's history, having taken eight wins at this circuit. read more »
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From Australia to China, we made significant steps forward in only a short amount of time. We are progressing quickly and every session we are learning more about ourselves as... read more »
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We knew 2026 was going to bring a lot of new challenges, and we will continue to build our understanding and our performance united as one team. read more »
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The forces and loads generated by the continuous changes of direction, combined with highspeed sections, make Suzuka one of the toughest for tyres, the compounds selected are... read more »
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Ahead of the team's home race for title partner Toyota Gazoo Racing, Haas revealed the special livery for the Japanese Grand Prix, with the 'King of Monsters'... read more »
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The challenge is to maintain our competitiveness by continuing to understand and maximise the entire package at the track and in our hard work and efforts behind the scenes at... read more »
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As Formula 1 heads to Suzuka, Japan, a teammate battle is brewing. George Russell and Kimi Antonelli have driven the pace-setting Mercedes to one win each. How will they race... read more »
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Join Betty Glover, Ruth Buscombe, Alex Jacques, and Jolyon Palmer as they preview the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix! For more F1® videos, visit: https://www.Formula1.com Visit our... read more »
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Formula 1 heads to Shanghai for the second round of the 2026 season, where the first Sprint weekend of the year will take place. As Pirelli outlines in its preview, teams will... read more »
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It's important we listen to the fans and understand what's important to them. read more »
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Ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, Paul Williams, Chief Trackside Engineer shares insights into the key technical factors that will shape the weekend. read more »
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There were encouraging signs in Australia, but the level is very high and there is still a lot of work to do. read more »
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It is a Sprint weekend so we will have less time to work on the set up of the car, so we need to make sure we hit the ground running. read more »
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Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto aim to continue pushing the A526 to its limits as the team learns more about maximising the new regulations. read more »
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After years of being in the doldrums, McLaren's long and steep climb back to the F1 summit was finally completed in 2025 when they won both the drivers' championship... read more »
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Since their domination of Formula 1 came to a crushing end in 2021 after Max Verstappen swiped the drivers' world championship from Lewis Hamilton, it's all been a... read more »
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It will take a few races before the competitive order settles. read more »
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After completing 677 laps in Pre-Season Testing, the all-new A526 will race for the first time at this weekend's Australian Grand Prix. read more »
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Upgrade wise, we're bringing some new parts for Melbourne; this is where the development race will really start. read more »
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The car we bring to Albert Park will largely be the same specification seen in Bahrain, with some minor aerodynamic refinements. read more »
Japanese Grand Prix
29th of March 2026
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | George Russell | 51 |
| 2 | Kimi Antonelli | 47 |
| 3 | Charles Leclerc | 34 |
| 4 | Lewis Hamilton | 33 |
| 5 | Oliver Bearman | 17 |
| 6 | Lando Norris | 15 |
| 7 | Pierre Gasly | 9 |
| 8 | Max Verstappen | 8 |
| 9 | Liam Lawson | 8 |
| 10 | Arvid Lindblad | 4 |
| Pos | Team | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mercedes | 98 |
| 2 | Ferrari | 67 |
| 3 | McLaren | 18 |
| 4 | Haas F1 Team | 17 |
| 5 | Red Bull Racing | 12 |
| 6 | Racing Bulls | 12 |
| 7 | Alpine | 10 |
| 8 | Audi | 2 |
| 9 | Williams | 2 |
| 10 | Cadillac | 0 |
