McLaren’s Oscar Piastri led the way during FP2 at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP, capping off a productive day for the team, view the results here. As the 2026 F1 Japanese GP got underway, both Mercedes drivers continued their dominant form, with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli finishing 1st and 2nd ahead of the McLarens…
FP1 at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP saw George Russell led the timings, followed by teammate Kimi Antonelli and Lando Norris, with the full results of the session here. The 2026 Formula 1 Japanese GP weekend got underway at Suzuka with the opening practice session, as teams began their preparations in a full three-session format….
FP1 at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP has been completed, view the full report here. Seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton kicked off the session with a 1:37.256, although he was beaten almost instantly by 0.010s as teammate Charles Leclerc pipped him. After Oscar Piastri smashed in a 1:34.053, championship leader George Russell went 0.741s clear…
Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton has defended Formula 1’s evolving regulations, calling the racing “more fun” than it’s been in years ahead of the 2026 Japanese GP. Hamilton enjoying “back-and-forth” racing in 2026 Now three races into the season, Hamilton reflected on the style of racing created by the new regulations, admitting that he’s been enjoying the…
As the F1 paddock arrives for the 2026 Japanese GP, the focus remains on whether Pierre Gasly from Alpine F1 Team can replicate the technical breakthrough that defined his recent outing in Shanghai. The team faced a confusing start. Yet, the shift between Australia and China suggests they finally unlocked the car’s potential. This methodical…
Italian driver Kimi Antonelli became the 116th driver to win a F1 race last time out in China, and the 19-year-old is hoping to carry that momentum into the 2026 Japanese GP. Enjoying the glory Speaking in a print media session at Suzuka on Thursday afternoon, the Mercedes driver discussed how he celebrated victory with…
Franco Colapinto feels proud of Alpine’s performance so far in 2026, but he is still wary of how the car will adapt to new tracks as they arrive at the F1 Japanese GP. A few weeks ago, Colapinto scored his first points for Alpine during the F1 2026 Chinese GP. The Argentine driver and his…
Ahead of the 2026 Japanese GP, Charles Leclerc took part in the FIA press conference. A frequent topic of discussion at the conference was the yo-yo racing battles in the two previous races. The new regulations have resulted in an increase in overtaking manoeuvres in F1. However, one cannot compare these overtakes entirely to those…
Heading into the 2026 Japanese GP this weekend, Max Verstappen has opened up about the FIA’s last-minute modification of the energy recovery limit for qualifying, how a flying lap around Suzuka would feel different in comparison to last year, and the potential of Red Bull’s latest F1 challenger. After facing considerable difficulties with the balance…
As the 2026 season arrives at Suzuka, Mercedes are heading into the F1 Japanese GP weekend with a blend of confidence and caution. Strong results in the opening rounds of this season have lifted the team back into the spotlight. However, Toto Wolff warns that margins remain razor-thin in this season of new machinery and…
