As you can see with all the teams, we're learning about these new cars and new regulations at a rapid rate. read more »
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As with every time we take the MCL40 to track, we are continuing to learn how to maximise the power unit and are finding more performance session by session. read more »
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Having our two drivers so evenly matched is definitely good for us. It is much easier to improve when you have both drivers pushing each other. read more »
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Today showed a step forward in performance, which is encouraging. read more »
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Tomorrow our target is to get both drivers into the top 10, and we have the speed and capabilities to do that. read more »
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Qualifying was a bit messy and we struggled to string the session together. read more »
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These qualifying sessions remain painful because we're simply not where we want to be. read more »
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Red Bull endured a diffifult Saturday at the Chinese Grand Prix, with both the Sprint and Grand Prix qualifying exposing a car that has been difficult to balance and... read more »
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We continue learning and building our knowledge about this car. read more »
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The Chinese Grand Prix weekend delivered another demanding day for Williams, with both the Sprint Race and Grand Prix qualifying exposing the car's limitations while also... read more »
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Qualifying in China went anything but smoothly for George Russell after he suffered a front-wing breakage in Q2 and then briefly halted on track at Turn 5 during Q3. Russell... read more »
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Max Verstappen lamented Red Bull's "undriveable" Formula 1 car as he suggested "every lap is like survival" after qualifying eighth for the Chinese... read more »
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F1 writer Sam Hall delivers his early verdict on sprint racing in the 2026 F1 season, following an exciting contest on Saturday morning at the Chinese Grand Prix read more »
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Catch up on all the driver reactions after the opening Sprint in Shanghai. For more F1® videos, visit: https://www.Formula1.com Visit our store: https://f1store.formula1.com/... read more »
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Lewis Hamilton explained why he was not able to maintain his early challenge for victory in the F1 Chinese GP Sprint Race. The post Why Lewis Hamilton missed out on F1 Chinese... read more »
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George Russell claimed his first Formula One sprint race win at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, maintaining his perfect start to the season after a closely fought contest that... read more »
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George Russell said he enjoyed his battle with Lewis Hamilton but was "caught off guard" during the 2026 F1 Chinese GP Sprint Race. The post George Russell admits... read more »
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Max Verstappen was left virtually speechless after a torrid F1 Chinese GP Sprint Race for Red Bull, which saw the Dutchman deliver a blunt summary of the team's current... read more »
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Non-stop action from lights to flag in Shanghai! Catch up on all the highlights from the first F1 Sprint of the season. For more F1® videos, visit: https://www.Formula1.com... read more »
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Video: Toto enjoyed George’s Shanghai Sprint success ? #f1 #formula1 #mercedesf1 #totowolff read more »
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Max Verstappen was left dejected after a difficult sprint at the Chinese Grand Prix read more »
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George Russell extends his championship lead after winning a Sprint every bit as frantic as the season opener in Melbourne. read more »
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The updated standings after the 2026 F1 Chinese Grand Prix sprint read more »
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George Russell won the first Formula 1 Sprint Race of 2026, seeing off an early challenge from Lewis Hamilton and a late Safety Car in Shanghai. The post George Russell sees... read more »
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Charles Leclerc took second and Lewis Hamilton third in a thrilling Chinese GP sprint. 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 |
