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Because a sample size of 1 is not representative, I decided to await the Japanese GP to write down my opinion regarding the 2026 F1 regulations the FIA delivered up. Regulations on which all and sundry have an opinion, not in the least the drivers themselves. I don’t necessarily want to join those that are…
The 2026 F1 Japanese GP turned into an impromptu testing session for Williams driver Alex Albon, after the 30-year-old, plagued by car issues, had no chance to score points. Williams started the 2026 F1 season on the back foot. Missing the Barcelona shakedown, bringing a car that is reportedly way above the weight limit, and…
2025 F2 graduate Arvid Lindblad was the next driver to step up to Formula 1 in 2026 with Racing Bulls, following a successful season with Campos Racing last year. The Briton joined the 2026 F1 grid as the sole rookie of the year after finishing 6th in the 2025 F2 Drivers’ Standings with 134 points,…
The 2026 F1 Japanese GP was a home race for Aston Martin and their drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll. Their Honda engine has been making headlines since the beginning of the season – but not good ones. But for their home race, the engine supplier promised more reliability. And they kept their promise: Fernando…
It’s no secret that the Cadillac F1 Team has experienced numerous trials and tribulations over the past three Grands Prix, but this past result proved to be their most promising performance yet. Sergio Pérez finished in P17 at the 2026 Japanese GP while his teammate, Valtteri Bottas, finished in P19, both positions which aren’t necessarily…
Carlos Sainz drove well as Williams’ sluggish start to the 2026 F1 season continued, as he started 16th and finished 15th at the Japanese GP. It was, for them, an uneventful race, but not one that translated into positions gained apart from pit stop sequences. Sainz’s high point was P12 before the safety car for…
Looking back at the 2026 Japanese GP, Racing Bulls F1 driver Arvid Lindblad reminisces on how his steady weekend took an unforeseen turn, all thanks to the safety car. The event began positively for the rookie; he was P10 on Saturday, outpacing teammate Liam Lawson who did have some bad luck in Q2, but more…
Max Verstappen will make the most of an unexpected gap in the Formula 1 calendar by competing in the 2026 Nürburgring 24 Qualifiers, further strengthening his preparations for his debut in the iconic endurance race. The four-time Formula 1 world champion continues to broaden his GT racing experience as he balances commitments across disciplines. The…
The Audi F1 Team missed out on points once again at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP; Gabriel Bortoleto finished P13, with his teammate Nico Hülkenberg in P11. Bad race start at the 2026 Japanese GP cost Audi points Both Audi drivers had poor race starts, causing them both to lose grid positions. The Brazilian fell…
The 2026 F1 Japanese GP gave Aston Martin and Honda their first completed race distance of the season. While it is not something to call out celebrations, it is still a small and necessary step forward. Both Honda and Aston Martin have acknowledged the progress made and shared their ambitions for the season. Honda could…
