Red Bull boss Laurent Mekies proposes a return to flat-out F1 qualifying to eliminate energy "gaming" by the 2027 season.
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How Red Bull boss Mekies sees F1 and the future of qualifying

The current technical era of F1 has introduced a peculiar paradox where drivers are sometimes passengers to their own power units. Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies knows that F1 thrives on raw speed, yet the complexity of modern qualifying has introduced a tactical layer. This layer, many feel is now too intrusive. The core…

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Mattia Binotto reveals Audi is not looking for a new team principal after the Japanese Grand Prix, confirming he is set to remain in charge while focusing on factory development.
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Mattia Binotto signals long-term role as Audi team principal after 2026 F1 Japan weekend

After a turbulent few weeks behind the scenes for the Audi F1 team, new team principal Mattia Binotto has hinted that he will remain in charge rather than oversee the appointment of a new team principal following the exit of Jonathan Wheatley. Speaking in a print media session after the 2026 F1 Japanese Grand Prix,…

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ART Grand Prix's Jade Jacquet at the 2026 F1 Academy Chinese GP round.
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“I learned a lot” — Jacquet optimistic despite difficult start to 2026 F1 Academy campaign, targets progress in Montreal

Williams-backed Jade Jacquet endured a difficult start to her 2026 F1 Academy season, leaving the season opener in Shanghai without scoring any points but with plenty of lessons learned. Heading into the year, the 16 year-old had limited single-seater experience, having contested in her first full season in French F4 last year alongside teammate Lisa…

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Sepang opener thrills as Absolute, Porsche and Origine share wins across dramatic 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Asia races and sessions.
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2026 GTWC Asia | Sepang | Porsche and Absolute Racing shine in season opener

The 2026 GT World Challenge (GTWC) Asia powered by AWS season began in emphatic fashion at Sepang, where pace, precision and strategy combined to produce a gripping double-header. Climax Racing set the early benchmark in practice through Li Lichao and Elias Seppanen, before Absolute Racing asserted qualifying dominance with Akash Nandy and Bastian Buus securing…

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Marcus Sæter leads final FREC pre-season test at Red Bull Ring in Spielberg as teams complete preparations for the 2026 season opener.
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2026 | FREC | Spielberg Pre-Season Testing | Red Bull Ring Test wraps up FREC preparations ahead of 2026 opener

The 2026 FIA Formula Regional European Championship (FREC) brought its pre-season programme to a close with two productive test days at the Red Bull Ring in Spielberg over the Easter weekend. Following earlier running at the Hockenheimring and Circuit Paul Ricard, teams completed the final phase of preparation ahead of the season opener later this…

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Evagoras Papasavvas joins Crosslink Motorsports for 2026 FRAC, aiming for strong results as the season begins at NOLA.
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Evagoras Papasavvas targets strong 2026 FRAC debut with Crosslink Motorsports

Evagoras Papasavvas will compete in the 2026 Formula Regional Americas (FRAC) Championship with Crosslink Motorsports, marking a significant step forward in his open-wheel career. Following success in the INDY NXT by Firestone programme, he now prepares to tackle a full season across North America. Moreover, the campaign will span eight race weekends at leading circuits,…

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Momentum Motorsports unveils its 2026 line-up, with Anthony Autiello defending his FRAC Masters title and Luca Day stepping up to F4 U.S.
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Anthony Autiello targets title defence and Momentum Motorsport expands 2026 FRAC and F4 U.S. programmes

Momentum Motorsports has confirmed its driver line-up for the 2026 Formula Regional Americas (FRAC) and Formula 4 United States Championship (F4 U.S.) seasons. The team combines returning experience with emerging talent as it aims to build on recent success. Furthermore, the announcement highlights Momentum Motorsports’ continued commitment to developing drivers across the junior single-seater ladder….

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Kiwi Motorsport launches its 2026 FRAC season at NOLA with Cooper Shipman and rookie Harbir Dass in a strong two-car line-up.
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Cooper Shipman returns as Harbir Dass steps up for Kiwi Motorsport in 2026 FRAC

Kiwi Motorsport is ready to launch its 2026 Formula Regional Americas (FRAC) campaign this weekend at NOLA Motorsports Park. The team arrives with confidence, fielding a two-car line-up that combines proven success with rising talent. As a result, expectations are high for a competitive start to the season. Moreover, Kiwi Motorsport continues to expand its…

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Alpine’s driver, Pierre Gasly, reflects on F1 2026 regulations.
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“Too much negativity around it”: Gasly speaks about driver skill within F1 2026 regulations

Alpine’s driver Pierre Gasly reflected on the need for change after the F1 2026 Japanese GP, but highlights that driver skill is still relevant even with the new regulations.    Gasly has been one of the stars of the F1 2026 season, scoring points in all three races so far. The Frenchman finished P10 in Australia,…

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Noah Strømsted returns for his second season in the F3 Championship in 2026 with TRIDENT, looking to build on a strong rookie campaign.
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Strømsted targeting qualifying results with TRIDENT in 2026 F3 season

Noah Strømsted returns for his second season in the FIA Formula 3 (F3) Championship in 2026 with TRIDENT, looking to build on a strong rookie campaign. In 2025, the Danish driver finished P6 in the Drivers’ Championship with 84 points, highlighted by a breakthrough moment at the Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps, where he claimed his maiden…

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