Pit Debrief

Lewis Hamilton qualified P3 for the F1 Chinese GP after a challenging qualifying session hampered by wind conditions, closing Ferrari's deficit to Mercedes at Shanghai.

Hamilton reflects on “very tricky session” after P3 finish in 2026 F1 Chinese GP Qualifying

Valeria Penachi1 week ago1 week ago04 mins

Lewis Hamilton secured P3 in Qualifying for the 2026 F1 Chinese GP after battling challenging wind conditions at the Shanghai International Circuit. The Ferrari driver qualified 0.351 seconds behind pole-sitter Kimi Antonelli. Speaking in the press conference after the session, Hamilton expressed gratitude for the result despite acknowledging mistakes throughout his qualifying runs. Antonelli became…

Andrea Kimi Antonelli secures pole position in qualifying for the 2026 F1 Chinese GP, becoming the youngest pole-sitter in F1 history

F1 | 2026 Chinese GP | Qualifying | Antonelli becomes the youngest ever pole-sitter

Ewout Albrecht1 week ago1 week ago04 mins

With an eventful Sprint in the books, focus in the F1 paddock shifted to qualifying for the Chinese GP. George Russell hoped to retain his form, whereas the likes of Max Verstappen hoped to turn around their fortunes with parc fermé being lifted between the two sessions. Q1: Bottas out-qualifies Stroll Cadillac was the first…

Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc ahead of the F1 Sprint Race at the Chinese GP

“Pretty happy” Leclerc recovers to P2 in the Chinese F1 Sprint Race

Lucrezia Costa1 week ago1 week ago03 mins

Following a more challenging Friday Qualifying session with car issues, Charles Leclerc managed to turn his 2026 F1 Chinese GP Sprint Race into a positive podium finish, getting ahead of his teammate Lewis Hamilton. The Monegasque had qualified in P6, set to begin his day behind the McLaren driver duo. Immediately at the beginning of…

Scuderia Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton during the 2026 F1 Chinese GP Sprint.

“I put up a good fight” — Hamilton on P3 finish in 2026 F1 Chinese GP Sprint

Yi Xing Lim1 week ago1 week ago02 mins

Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton put up a strong fight against Mercedes during the early stages of the Sprint Race but ultimately finished 3rd at the 2026 F1 Chinese GP. After finishing 6th in FP1 and 4th in Sprint Qualifying, Saturday got off to a solid start for Hamilton and Ferrari, with Charles Leclerc securing 2nd in…

Larsen secured her first F1 Academy front-row start at the Chinese GP during Qualifying and now targets a maiden podium

Larsen targets podium after career-best F1 Academy Qualifying at Chinese GP

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein1 week ago1 week ago03 mins

Alba Larsen secured her first front-row start in F1 Academy Qualifying at the 2026 Chinese GP, but admitted there is still more pace to unlock this weekend. The Ferrari driver held provisional pole during the early stages of the session before Alisha Palmowski went four-tenths quicker. A small mistake on Larsen’s final flying lap prevented…

Ferrari chase Mercedes in Sprint Qualifying at the 2026 F1 Chinese GP as Leclerc and Hamilton reflect on pace deficits and hopes for the race

Contrasting emotions for Ferrari drivers in Sprint Qualifying at 2026 F1 Chinese GP

Chiara Schulte genannt Hobein1 week ago1 week ago05 mins

Ferrari emerged as Mercedes’ closest challengers during Sprint Qualifying at the 2026 F1 Chinese GP, showing strong pace throughout the session in Shanghai. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton consistently ran near the front as the field fought for positions behind the dominant Silver Arrows. Both drivers briefly threatened the top of the timing sheets during…

Palmowski tops damp F1 Academy practice in Shanghai as Larsen, Westcott and Lloyd challenge in a tightly packed opening session.

F1 Academy | 2026 Chinese GP | Free Practice | Palmoswski leads tight opening session in Shanghai

Karishma Persad1 week ago1 week ago05 mins

The 2026 F1 Academy season began at the Shanghai International Circuit during the Chinese GP, with Red Bull-supported Alisha Palmowski setting the fastest time in a damp and dusty 40-minute Free Practice session. With 18 drivers on the grid, the opening session offered the first indication of the competitive order for the weekend. Palmowski’s 2:04.550…

Ten manufacturers, 70 cars, and a festival atmosphere – the 2026 GTWC Europe CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa promises an unforgettable experience for fans.

Ten manufacturers set to contest 2026 Crowdstrike 24 Hours of Spa in GTWC Europe

Karishma Persad1 week ago1 week ago03 mins

The 2026 CrowdStrike 24 Hours of Spa is shaping up to be another thrilling edition of the world’s most prestigious GT endurance race. As part of the GT World Challenge (GTWC) Europe powered by AWS and Intercontinental GT Challenge (IGTC), the 24 Hours of Spa promises a spectacular field of competition, with 60 cars already…

Lewis Hamilton reflects on Ferrari's performance ahead of F1 2026 Chinese GP

Hamilton on feeling more comfortable in new era of F1 regs ahead of 2026 Chinese GP

Chiara Perin1 week ago1 week ago04 mins

During a print media session ahead of the 2026 F1 Chinese GP, 105-time race winner Lewis Hamilton shared his thoughts on Ferrari’s performance to date, Mercedes’ advantage, and the return of their new rear wing. Ferrari faced many issues at the Shanghai International Circuit last year, and finally left China with a double disqualification for…

Heading into the 2026 F1 Chinese GP, Charles Leclerc has discussed whether the SF-26 suits Lewis Hamilton and how he expects Ferrari to fare against Mercedes this weekend

Leclerc believes Ferrari will be closer but still a step behind Mercedes at the 2026 F1 Chinese GP

Senjuti Jash1 week ago1 week ago07 mins

Heading into the Chinese GP this weekend, Charles Leclerc has opened up about the impact of multiple set-up changes on his performance in Melbourne, whether the SF-26 suits Lewis Hamilton more, whether Ferrari can challenge Mercedes in Shanghai, and how difficult it is to process the new regulations and effectively deal with the energy requirements…