FP3 at the 2026 F1 Austrian GP has been completed, view the full session report here just before Qualifying gets underway.
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F1 | 2026 Austrian GP | FP3 | Russell heads Mercedes 1-2 with Hamilton close behind

FP3 at the 2026 F1 Austrian GP has been completed, view the full session report here just before Qualifying gets underway. Cadillac’s Sergio Pérez was the first driver to head out in FP3 on medium tyres, with the session proving crucial after the team’s upgraded package encountered problems on Friday. While the revised bodywork was…

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F1 | 2026 Austrian GP | FP2 | Antonelli leads the McLarens as Cadillac have nightmare session

Kimi Antonelli continued his strong form, topping the timesheets during FP2 at the 2026 F1 Austrian GP, view the full report here. The weekend began with a rookie-filled FP1, which ended with a Mercedes 1-2 led by championship leader Kimi Antonelli. However, the opening session also saw several setbacks with Max Verstappen, Isack Hadjar, and…

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Laurent Mekies, Red Bull's team principal, in the Team Principals Press Conference during practice ahead of the 2026 F1 Austrian GP.
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Mekies hoping Red Bull upgrades halve gap to Mercedes at 2026 F1 Austrian GP

As the fourth-fastest team on the grid, Laurent Mekies and Red Bull arrived at their home race, the 2026 F1 Austrian GP, with an extensive upgrade package. However, Red Bull’s critical FP1 testing phase was heavily compromised. Isack Hadjar suffered an early engine problem requiring a rapid change, while Max Verstappen was hit with garage-exit…

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Red Bull Racing's Max Verstappen during media day at the 2026 F1 Austrian GP.
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Verstappen hopeful RB22 upgrades can deliver better weekend at 2026 F1 Austrian GP

Ahead of the 2026 F1 Austrian GP, Red Bull’s Max Verstappen explained how the team is working towards returning to the front of the field, as they bring a substantial upgrade package to the race this weekend. For the four-time World Champion, the 2026 season has proved to be a difficult start, as the Dutchman…

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BARCELONA, SPAIN - JUNE 13: Lando Norris of Great Britain and McLaren prepares to drive during qualifying ahead of the F1 Grand Prix of Barcelona-Catalunya at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on June 13, 2026 in Barcelona, Spain. Lando Norris speaks ahead of the 2026 F1 Austrian GP
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Norris doubles down on Ferrari engine favourite comment, analyses MCL40 ahead of 2026 F1 Austrian GP

Ahead of the 2026 F1 Austrian GP, McLaren‘s Lando Norris spoke in a print media session and doubled down on the statement he made in Barcelona on Ferrari’s potential. The Briton made the comment after placing P3 at the Barcelona-Catalunya GP behind race winner Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton. The Scuderia enters the upcoming weekend with its…

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Antonelli expects a tight 2026 Austrian GP battle as Mercedes introduces an ERS reliability update and rivals close in
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Antonelli expects tight battle at 2026 F1 Austrian GP, discusses team tactics

Kimi Antonelli expressed confidence in Mercedes’ efforts to address its recent reliability problems ahead of the 2026 F1 Austrian GP. The team suffered two battery failures in recent races, raising questions about whether the issues resulted from the cars running in traffic or battling closely on track. Mercedes will introduce an updated ERS pack in…

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Aston Martin's Lance Stroll during the 2026 F1 Barcelona-Catalunya GP
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Stroll: Aston Martin F1 need “big package” not “small incremental upgrades” to close gap to competitors

Ahead of the 2026 F1 Austrian GP, Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll discussed the team’s upcoming upgrade plans as they continue to struggle for pace against the rest of the field. The start of the 2026 F1 season has proved extremely difficult for Aston Martin and Honda, as they struggle to get to grips with the…

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