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Anthony Davidson reveals his talk with Mercedes Race Engineer Marcus Dudley about George Russell's struggles in qualifying and why the 2026 F1 cars are exasperating to drive
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Davidson on why the 2026 F1 cars are frustrating and what Russell’s Race Engineer has revealed about his qualifying struggles

Senjuti Jash06 mins

Former F1 driver Anthony Davidson has provided further insight into how the 2026 cars impact driving styles and where it has gone all wrong for George Russell following an illuminating exchange with Mercedes Senior Engineer Marcus Dudley. The new engines, featuring a near 50-50 split between the internal combustion engine and electrical energy, have a…

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Westcott 2026 F1 Academy Doriane Pin
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Exclusive: “She really truly is an inspiration” — Westcott on Doriane Pin’s influence and Mercedes’ support throughout her F1 Academy journey

Antonina Jaromin03 mins

For Payton Westcott, Mercedes’ support extends beyond her F1 Academy seat, with Doriane Pin’s mentorship helping the American navigate her rookie season. Mercedes joined F1 Academy in 2024, with Pin becoming its first representative in the all-female series. The French driver made an immediate impression, finishing runner-up in her debut season before returning to claim…

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Wolff hails Kimi Antonelli’s 2026 F1 United States GP drive as his best yet, praising his development and journey towards the F1 title.
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Wolff hails Antonelli’s 2026 United States GP as his best yet as Mercedes star closes in on F1 title

Shania Wallage06 mins

Toto Wolff has described Kimi Antonelli’s performance at the 2026 United States GP as the best race of his Formula 1 career so far, praising the Mercedes driver’s development and mindset as he moves closer to a potential World Championship. Antonelli delivered an exceptional performance in Austin, with Wolff highlighting after the race to print…

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George Russell reflects on his subpar performance and the importance of securing P2 in the F1 Drivers' Championship after the 2026 United States GP
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Russell on penalty, poor pace, and battle for second in F1 Drivers’ Championship after P8 finish at 2026 United States GP

Senjuti Jash04 mins

Mercedes F1 driver George Russell reflected on the five-second penalty he had received, his poor pace, the potential of their latest upgrades, and the importance of securing P2 in the Drivers’ Championship following his underwhelming eighth-place finish at the 2026 United States GP on Sunday. Setting only the sixth-fastest time in qualifying, Russell started the…

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Kimi Antonelli credits Mercedes' strategy for his 2026 F1 victory at the United States GP as the Drivers' Championship moves to Mexico.
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Antonelli credits Mercedes’ one-stop strategy for dominant victory at 2026 F1 United States GP

Karishma Persad014 mins

Kimi Antonelli praised Mercedes’ strategic execution after securing his ninth victory of the 2026 F1 season at the United States GP, describing the Austin weekend as one of his strongest performances in Formula 1. The Italian converted pole position into a commanding victory at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA), finishing 13.078 seconds ahead of…

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Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes on his way to winning the 2026 F1 United States GP.
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F1 | 2026 United States GP | Race | Antonelli unchallenged as Leclerc charges to second from Verstappen

Ewout Albrecht07 mins

Would the 2026 F1 United States GP be the title-winning race for Kimi Antonelli? After his surprise pole yesterday, there is a mathematical chance for him to clinch it. He does need some misfortune for Lewis Hamilton and George Russell for it to happen though. Before the race a flurry of penalties were applied to…

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George Russell reflects on a costly Q3 slide, shifting track temperatures and bumps after qualifying sixth at the 2026 F1 United States GP.
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Russell rues costly Q3 mistakes after frustrating 2026 F1 United States GP Qualifying

Karishma Persad08 mins

George Russell admitted that two disappointing Q3 laps cost him a stronger starting position for the 2026 F1 United States GP, leaving the Mercedes driver sixth on the grid despite demonstrating competitive pace throughout Saturday’s Qualifying session at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). Russell recorded a 1:34.476, finishing 0.441 seconds behind teammate Kimi Antonelli,…

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Antonelli reflects on Mercedes' progress, gusty qualifying conditions and his first shot to take the F1 title at the 2026 United States GP.
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Antonelli hails Mercedes upgrade progress after surprise pole at the United States GP as 2026 F1 title beckons

Karishma Persad010 mins

Kimi Antonelli secured his seventh pole position of the 2026 F1 season at the United States GP, beating Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar during Saturday’s Qualifying session at the Circuit of the Americas (COTA). The Mercedes driver delivered a 1:34.035 on his opening Q3 attempt, securing pole by 0.179 seconds ahead of Verstappen, while Hadjar…

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Max Verstappen reflects on Red Bull's Q3 grip struggles after qualifying P2 in Austin and praises Kimi Antonelli's 2026 F1 title campaign.
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Verstappen optimistic about 2026 F1 United States GP race pace despite disappointing Q3 performance

Karishma Persad09 mins

Max Verstappen expressed frustration with Red Bull’s performance during the final segment of Qualifying for the 2026 F1 United States GP, despite securing second place on the grid behind Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli. The Dutchman had demonstrated competitive pace throughout Q1 and Q2 but struggled with an unexpected lack of rear grip during Q3, preventing him…

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