Fernando Alonso accepts that Aston Martin "had to throw one race away" in Qatar after opting to run the Soft tyre during Saturday's Sprint Race. Amid concerns... read more »
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The Dutch driver celebrated sealing his third F1 world title by finishing second in Saturday night's Qatar sprint race, which was won by Oscar Piastri, and has the perfect... read more »
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Concerns over the integrity of Pirelli's tyres during Friday practice at the Qatar Grand Prix could see the FIA mandate a three-stop pit strategy in Sunday's race. read more »
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It's fair to say that Mercedes did not particularly enjoy their time at Suzuka - but the team's head of race strategy Rosie Wait has said that significant upgrades... read more »
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Over 9,000km away… but still an integral part of our team. Go into Mission Control at the McLaren Technology Centre (MTC) with the strategy team during qualifying for the... read more »
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Red Bull's 2023 Singapore Grand Prix was... less than great, compared to the rest of their undefeated season. But Max Verstappen made a bold statement drive in Japan to... read more »
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Bruno Famin has said that he is not 'under pressure' to find a replacement team boss at Alpine following the departure of Otmar Szafnauer in July. read more »
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Some strong racing and a split strategy for Lewis and George helped us maximise our points in the fight for P2 in the championship in Suzuka. Head of Strategy Rosie Wait joins... read more »
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The US-owned team has struggled for race performance for most of the season, although Magnussen managed to bag a point for 10th place in Singapore.However, the Japanese GP... read more »
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The Japanese Grand Prix did not fail to deliver what was expected after Friday's long run simulations: high thermal degradation and multiple stop strategy.... read more »
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Charles Leclerc thought Mercedes splitting their cars during the Japanese Grand Prix was an 'interesting strategy' but feels that Ferrari have the upper hand when it... read more »
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Lewis Hamilton has agreed with George Russell that Mercedes' strategy at the Japanese Grand Prix was below-par, before claiming that he 'isn't battling'... read more »
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Lewis Hamilton has agreed with George Russell that Mercedes' strategy at the Japanese Grand Prix was below-par, before claiming that he 'isn't battling'... read more »
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Toto Wolff was not in attendance at the Japanese Grand Prix after surgery on his cruciate ligament and his Mercedes team's strategy imploded as a result. read more »
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Mercedes' decision to order George Russell to let Lewis Hamilton through at the F1 Japanese Grand Prix was questioned by Sky TV commentators. read more »
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We're at a slight disadvantage to most teams by having only one hard compound set, but we'll work on a strategy to maximise the race result within the constraints we... read more »
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Sergio Perez believes he was disadvantaged by his tyre strategy during qualifying at the F1 Japanese Grand Prix. read more »
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Carlos Sainz uncovers his thought process and strategy during the Singapore Grand Prix, which led to his second victory in F1. For more F1® videos, visit... read more »
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While we didn't leave Singapore with everything we hoped for, we take only the positives from one of strongest weekends on track and on the pit wall of the year. Chief... read more »
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The German manufacturer was in the hunt for victory in Singapore last weekend as a strategy masterstroke gave George Russell and Lewis Hamilton a shot at grabbing the win late... read more »
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Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has saluted the strategy call the side took in its failed pursuit of victory in the Singapore Grand Prix. George Russell and Lewis Hamilton... read more »
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Charles Leclerc may have looked like something of a sacrificial lamb during Sunday's Singapore Grand Prix - but he insists it was all part of the Ferrari masterplan. read more »
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While it didn't pay off in the end, this clever double-stack strategy from Mercedes gave George Russell and Lewis Hamilton the opportunity to attack for the lead in... read more »
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Video: Cunning Carlos Keeps Cool To Seal Thrilling Victory | Singapore GP Review | F1 Nation Podcast
Carlos Sainz produced a tactical masterclass to stop Mercedes snatching victory from him in a gripping finale to the Singapore Grand Prix. From the heart of the Marina Bay... read more »
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Toto Wolff has defended Mercedes' strategy gamble at the Singapore Grand Prix, declaring the team would repeat it "every day of the week". read more »
Japanese Grand Prix
29th of March 2026
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| Pos | Driver | Points |
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| 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 |