Sprint Qualifying Archives

McLaren qualified behind both Mercedes ahead of the 2026 F1 Canadian GP Sprint race. Norris and Piastri speak on updates and challenges.

Norris and Piastri optimistic after McLaren upgrades show progress at 2026 F1 Canadian GP

Viveka Sainani2 weeks ago2 weeks ago04 mins

McLaren’s difficult start to the 2026 Formula 1 season appears to be fading into the background. Following the team’s first major upgrade package introduced in Miami, attention has shifted toward whether McLaren can finally challenge Mercedes at the 2026 F1 Canadian GP. Both drivers remained cautious about their prospects despite an encouraging Sprint Qualifying performance….

George Russell of Mercedes tops Sprint Qualifying for the F1 Canadian GP, full results are below.

2026 F1 Canadian GP | Sprint Qualifying results

Ewout Albrecht2 weeks ago2 weeks ago02 mins

After only one (extended) Free Practice in Montreal, it was time for Sprint Qualifying for the F1 Canadian GP, full results are below. Sprint Qualifying 1 results SQ1 was down to just 20 drivers, as both Liam Lawson and Alex Albon could not compete after issues during Free Practice. At the end, Fernando Alonso caused…

Red Bull 2026 F1 Miami GP Sprint Qualifying

Red Bull drivers reflect on mixed fortunes after Sprint Qualifying at 2026 F1 Miami GP

Antonina Jaromin1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

The 2026 F1 Miami GP Sprint Qualifying session brought positive and frustrating results for Red Bull, as Max Verstappen claimed P5 and Isack Hadjar P9. Red Bull introduced several significant upgrades heading into the weekend, including a version of Ferrari’s ‘Macarena’ rear wing. Following a difficult start to the season, the changes appear promising, with…

Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton qualified 7th for the sprint race at the 2026 F1 Miami GP.

Ferrari searching for improvements after difficult Sprint Qualifying at 2026 F1 Miami GP

Lenny Sundahl1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton were disappointed to not be higher than fourth and seventh respectively in the 2026 F1 Miami GP Sprint Qualifying session. Coming off a long lull in action, Ferrari and several other teams on the grid arrived with major upgrades. In Leclerc’s assessment post the Miami Sprint Qualifying, he…

Lando Norris claimed the 2026 Miami GP Sprint Qualifying pole position, with McLaren teammate Oscar Piastri just behind in P3.

McLaren duo pleased with P1 and P3 result in 2026 F1 Miami GP Sprint Qualifying

Shania Wallage1 month ago1 month ago06 mins

Miami has marked Formula 1’s return after an extended break in the calendar, following the cancellation of the two Middle Eastern rounds. After Friday’s sole practice session, it was the McLaren Formula 1 Team duo of reigning World Champion Lando Norris and teammate Oscar Piastri who impressed, finishing the 2026 Miami GP Sprint Qualifying session…

Sprint Qualifying for the 2026 F1 Miami GP has been completed, view the full results here. Charles Leclerc was fastest in FP1.

2026 F1 Miami GP | Sprint Qualifying results

James O'Connor1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

Sprint Qualifying for the 2026 F1 Miami GP has been completed, view the full results here. In FP1, Charles Leclerc was fastest for Scuderia Ferrari, ahead of Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri. Kimi Antonelli was P5 but did not get a soft tyre run in due to engine concerns, while teammate George Russell could only…

Lando Norris, McLaren, during F1 Sprint Qualifying 2026 at Shanghai International Circuit.

McLaren duo satisfied with first F1 Sprint Qualifying performance in 2026

Milla Fuchs3 months ago3 months ago04 mins

The Chinese GP marks the first F1 Sprint weekend of this season. The current Constructors’ Champions, McLaren, set solid times during the first F1 Sprint Qualifying in 2026. Lando Norris will be starting P3 behind polesitter George Russell on Saturday. Teammate Oscar Piastri set the fifth-fastest time at the Shanghai International Circuit. It is the…

Pierre Gasly during the F1 2026 China Sprint Qualifying

Conflicted thoughts for the Alpine drivers after 2026 F1 Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying

Chiara Perin3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

While his teammate, Franco Colapinto, was out in SQ2, Pierre Gasly put in a strong lap and put himself in SQ3, delivering a P7 for Alpine at the F1 2026 Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying. He was over 0.3s clear of Max Verstappen in the final segment. After leaving Melbourne with 1 point as he closed…

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 Hobein3 months ago3 months 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…

Red Bull Drivers Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar finished the F1 2026 Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying in P8 and P10.

Mixed feelings for Red Bull Drivers Verstappen and Hadjar after 2026 F1 Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying

Rebecca Malitz3 months ago3 months ago03 mins

Red Bull Drivers Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar will head into the 2026 F1 Chinese GP Sprint from the fourth and fifth row of the grid after qualifying in P8 and P10, respectively. After finishing the first and only practice session of the 2026 F1 Chinese GP weekend in P8 and P13, Red Bull…