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Round-up: F1 revenue rises 53% in last quarter before race ...

2026-05-08T01:18:02+02:00

Round-up: F1 revenue rises 53% in last quarter before race cancellations, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/05/08/round-up-8th-may-2026/

F1 drivers say they are still at the mercy of their power units ...

2026-05-07T09:18:02+02:00

F1 drivers say they are still at the mercy of their power units over a flying lap | Formula 1

One of the more peculiar characteristics introduced by Formula 1's 2026 rules has not been fixed by the changes introduced last weekend.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/05/07/f1-drivers-say-they-are-still-at-the-mercy-of-their-power-units-over-a-flying-lap/

Despite their upgrades, Ferrari fall to fourth-fastest team in ...

2026-05-03T12:18:01+02:00

Despite their upgrades, Ferrari fall to fourth-fastest team in Miami | Lap time watch: 2026 Miami Grand Prix

Ferrari have slipped to fourth-fastest team in Miami but the competition between the top four has closed up this weekend.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/05/03/despite-their-upgrades-ferrari-fall-to-fourth-fastest-team-in-miami/

“Nothing really changes”: Norris expects new rules will make ...

2026-05-01T09:18:02+02:00

“Nothing really changes”: Norris expects new rules will make no difference to races | Formula 1

Lando Norris expects the revisions Formula 1 has made to its rules will make no changes to this weekend's races.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/05/01/nothing-really-changes-norris-expects-new-rules-will-make-no-difference-to-races/

Hamilton says car problems cost him “eight to nine tenths per ...

2026-05-01T00:18:01+02:00

Hamilton says car problems cost him “eight to nine tenths per lap” in Japanese GP | Formula 1

Lewis Hamilton says he lost a significant amount of time due to problems with his car during the Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/30/hamilton-says-car-problems-cost-him-eight-to-nine-tenths-per-lap-in-japanese-gp/

Round-up: Wolff ‘not enjoying’ seeing Antonelli compared to ...

2026-04-21T02:18:02+02:00

Round-up: Wolff ‘not enjoying’ seeing Antonelli compared to Senna, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/21/round-up-21st-april-2026/

One of F1’s greatest races happened 15 years ago today. Or did ...

2026-04-17T09:18:02+02:00

One of F1’s greatest races happened 15 years ago today. Or did it? | Formula 1

The Chinese Grand Prix, held 15 years ago today, is the highest-rated dry-weather Formula 1 race. Did a rules change make it a classic?

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/17/one-of-f1s-greatest-races-ever-happened-15-years-ago-today-or-did-it/

When did F1 last have a mid-season break longer than five weeks? ...

2026-04-07T09:18:02+02:00

When did F1 last have a mid-season break longer than five weeks? 1990 | Formula 1

Not since the days of Ayrton Senna and Alain Prost has Formula 1 seen an in-season break longer than the current five-week gap.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/07/when-did-f1-last-have-a-mid-season-break-longer-than-five-weeks-1990/

Round-up: Senna’s first F1 car expected to fetch up to £3.3m ...

2026-04-07T01:18:01+02:00

Round-up: Senna’s first F1 car expected to fetch up to £3.3m at auction, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/07/round-up-7th-april-2026/

Mercedes not holding back power unit information from McLaren – ...

2026-04-06T09:18:01+02:00

Mercedes not holding back power unit information from McLaren – Stella | Formula 1

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella denied their engine supplier Mercedes has been slow to share information about how to get the most out of their power units.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/06/mercedes-not-holding-back-power-unit-information-from-mclaren-stella/

Round-up: Formula E will be faster than Formula 1 ‘in two to ...

2026-04-06T01:18:02+02:00

Round-up: Formula E will be faster than Formula 1 ‘in two to six years’, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/06/round-up-6th-april-2026/

What must Formula 1 fix with its new rules – and what should it ...

2026-04-05T10:18:02+02:00

What must Formula 1 fix with its new rules – and what should it leave unchanged? | Debates and Polls

Formula 1 is looking into possible improvements to its 2026 rules before the next race, following criticism. What - if anything - needs to change?

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/05/what-must-formula-1-fix-with-its-new-rules-and-what-should-it-leave-unchanged/

Round-up: ADUO upgrade needed for ‘clear improvement’ in ...

2026-04-05T02:18:02+02:00

Round-up: ADUO upgrade needed for ‘clear improvement’ in Ferrari’s engine, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/05/round-up-5th-april-2026/

“That’s not going to happen”: Wolff’s 2023 defence of ...

2026-04-04T10:18:01+02:00

“That’s not going to happen”: Wolff’s 2023 defence of F1’s new rules has not aged well | Formula 1

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff's insistence F1 could solve problems with its 2026 engine regulations

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/04/thats-not-going-to-happen-wolffs-2023-defence-of-f1s-new-rules-has-not-aged-well/

Round-up: Bearman’s boss warns F1 against “knee-jerk” rules ...

2026-04-04T02:18:02+02:00

Round-up: Bearman’s boss warns F1 against “knee-jerk” rules changes, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/04/round-up-4th-april-2026/

Ricciardo admits he was “grateful” team chose to drop him in ...

2026-04-03T09:18:02+02:00

Ricciardo admits he was “grateful” team chose to drop him in 2024 | Formula 1

Daniel Ricciardo admitted it came as a relief to lose his Formula 1 drive in 2024 following his slump in performance.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/03/ricciardo-admits-he-was-grateful-team-chose-to-drop-him-in-2024/

Round-up: Vowles expects subtle rules ‘tweaks’ after Bearman ...

2026-04-03T02:18:02+02:00

Round-up: Vowles expects subtle rules ‘tweaks’ after Bearman crash, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Also in Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up, GPDA president Alexander Wurz says F1 drivers have suggested many rules changes for 2026.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/03/round-up-3rd-april-2026/

Alpine denies “sabotaging” Colapinto and criticises social ...

2026-04-02T13:18:01+02:00

Alpine denies “sabotaging” Colapinto and criticises social media “hate” posts | Formula 1

Alpine denied claims by Franco Colapinto's supporters the team "sabotaged" his car and condemned "hateful" comments he received after Suzuka.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/02/alpine-denies-sabotaging-colapinto-and-criticises-social-media-hate-posts/

Verstappen starts season with lowest score over three rounds ...

2026-04-02T09:18:01+02:00

Verstappen starts season with lowest score over three rounds since his debut in F1 | 2026 Japanese Grand Prix stats and facts

Max Verstappen has scored fewer points over the first three rounds than any year since his Formula 1 debut. More stats from Suzuka.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/02/verstappen-starts-season-with-lowest-score-over-three-rounds-since-his-debut-in-f1/

Round-up: F1 will fix qualifying and keep ‘positive’ racing ...

2026-04-02T02:18:02+02:00

Round-up: F1 will fix qualifying and keep ‘positive’ racing says Mekies, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/02/round-up-2nd-april-2026/

Improving starts a “very high priority” for Mercedes as ...

2026-04-01T09:18:02+02:00

Improving starts a “very high priority” for Mercedes as drivers lose 21 places in four races | Formula 1

Mercedes have made improving their starts a top priority after both their drivers lost at least one position on the first lap of every race so far.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/01/improving-starts-a-very-high-priority-for-mercedes-as-drivers-lose-21-places-in-four-races/

Round-up: Colapinto faced ‘criticism and hate’ over Bearman ...

2026-04-01T02:18:02+02:00

Round-up: Colapinto faced ‘criticism and hate’ over Bearman crash says management, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/04/01/round-up-1st-april-2026/

“Two balls of steel!” How Leclerc won his battery battle with ...

2026-03-31T14:18:02+02:00

“Two balls of steel!” How Leclerc won his battery battle with Hamilton and Russell | Formula 1

Charles Leclerc's race engineer congratulated him on repassing George Russell. Here's how they - and Lewis Hamilton - saw their three-way scrap for a podium place.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/31/two-balls-of-steel-how-leclerc-won-his-battery-battle-with-hamilton-and-russell/

Was Bearman right to question Colapinto’s role in his huge ...

2026-03-31T09:18:01+02:00

Was Bearman right to question Colapinto’s role in his huge Suzuka crash? | Formula 1

Did Franco Colapinto contribute to Oliver Bearman's crash at Suzuka? He changed his approach to Spoon curve in two ways on lap 21.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/31/was-bearman-right-to-question-colapintos-role-in-his-huge-suzuka-crash/

Round-up: F1 rules risk “potentially fatal” crash warns ...

2026-03-31T04:18:01+02:00

Round-up: F1 rules risk “potentially fatal” crash warns ex-designer, and more | RaceFans round-up

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/31/round-up-31st-march-2026/

‘Easy to say when you’re on the pit wall’: How Gasly fight ...

2026-03-30T13:18:02+02:00

‘Easy to say when you’re on the pit wall’: How Gasly fight left Verstappen frustrated | Formula 1

Max Verstappen was unimpressed with Formula 1's new rules after a long scrap with Pierre Gasly at Suzuka. Here's what they said on their radios.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/30/easy-to-say-when-youre-on-the-pit-wall-how-gasly-fight-left-verstappen-frustrated/

Piastri sees no easy fix for high closing speeds between F1 cars ...

2026-03-30T10:18:02+02:00

Piastri sees no easy fix for high closing speeds between F1 cars | Formula 1

Oscar Piastri doubts the FIA will be able to do much to prevent the kind of crash Oliver Bearman suffered in yesterday's race.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/30/piastri-sees-no-easy-fix-for-high-closing-speeds-between-f1-cars/

F1 got lucky three ways. But now it has a difficult and urgent ...

2026-03-30T09:18:01+02:00

F1 got lucky three ways. But now it has a difficult and urgent problem to solve | Comment

Formula 1's closing speed problem was expected by many drivers. Unexpectedly, it has a five-week gap to search for a solution.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/30/f1-got-lucky-three-ways-but-now-it-has-a-difficult-and-urgent-problem-to-solve/

Round-up: F1 “cannot ignore” safety implications of Bearman ...

2026-03-30T02:18:02+02:00

Round-up: F1 “cannot ignore” safety implications of Bearman crash, and more | RaceFans round-up

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/30/round-up-30th-march-2026/

‘Good show, good for everyone’: Ferrari and Mercedes bosses ...

2026-03-29T18:18:01+02:00

‘Good show, good for everyone’: Ferrari and Mercedes bosses praise Japanese GP | Formula 1

Ferrari's Frederic Vasseur and Mercedes' Toto Wolff heaped praise on the Japanese Grand Prix, saying overtaking had become much easier.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/good-show-good-for-everyone-ferrari-and-mercedes-bosses-praise-japanese-gp/

Verstappen says he could walk away from F1 at end of 2026 over ...

2026-03-29T16:18:02+02:00

Verstappen says he could walk away from F1 at end of 2026 over new rules | Formula 1

Max Verstappen has raised the possibility of leaving Formula 1 at the end of this season if he remains unhappy with the state of racing in the series.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/verstappen-says-he-could-walk-away-from-f1-at-end-of-2026-over-new-rules/

2026 Japanese Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and ...

2026-03-29T14:18:02+02:00

2026 Japanese Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and tyres | 2026 Japanese Grand Prix interactive data

Andrea Kimi Antonelli wasn't the only driver to benefit from the Safety Car at Suzuka. Who were the biggest winners and losers?

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/2026-japanese-grand-prix-interactive-data-lap-charts-times-and-tyres/

Bearman says Colapinto didn’t leave him enough space to avoid ...

2026-03-29T12:18:02+02:00

Bearman says Colapinto didn’t leave him enough space to avoid crash | Formula 1

Oliver Bearman criticised Franco Colapinto's driving after he crashed at high speed during today's Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/bearman-says-colapinto-didnt-leave-him-enough-space-to-avoid-crash/

FIA must address dangerous closing speeds for next race after ...

2026-03-29T11:18:01+02:00

FIA must address dangerous closing speeds for next race after Bearman’s crash – Sainz | Formula 1

The crash Oliver Bearman suffered at Suzuka would be much worse at some other Formula 1 tracks, Carlos Sainz Jnr warned.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/fia-must-address-dangerous-closing-speeds-for-next-race-after-bearmans-crash-sainz/

Vote for your 2026 Japanese Grand Prix Driver of the Weekend | ...

2026-03-29T10:18:09+02:00

Vote for your 2026 Japanese Grand Prix Driver of the Weekend | Formula 1

Who was the best driver during the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix weekend? Compare how they did and vote for the best.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/vote-for-your-2026-japanese-grand-prix-driver-of-the-weekend/

Antonelli admits “we were very lucky with the Safety Car” ...

2026-03-29T10:18:01+02:00

Antonelli admits “we were very lucky with the Safety Car” after second win | Formula 1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli admitted he was fortunate to win in Japan after making a "terrible" start from pole position.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/antonelli-admits-we-were-very-lucky-with-the-safety-car-after-second-win/

2026 Japanese Grand Prix in pictures | F1 Pictures The 2026 ...

2026-03-29T09:18:50+02:00

2026 Japanese Grand Prix in pictures | F1 Pictures

The 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka in pictures.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/2026-japanese-grand-prix-in-pictures/

Bearman suffers bruised knee in huge 50G Japanese GP crash | ...

2026-03-29T09:18:46+02:00

Bearman suffers bruised knee in huge 50G Japanese GP crash | Formula 1

Oliver Bearman was taken to the Medical Centre after suffering a huge crash while trying to pass Franco Colapinto at Suzuka.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/bearman-suffered-bruised-knee-in-huge-50g-japanese-gp-crash/

Rate the race: 2026 Japanese Grand Prix | Formula 1 What did you ...

2026-03-29T09:18:31+02:00

Rate the race: 2026 Japanese Grand Prix | Formula 1

What did you think of today's race? Share your verdict on the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/rate-the-race-2026-japanese-grand-prix/

2026 Japanese Grand Prix race result and championship points | ...

2026-03-29T09:18:16+02:00

2026 Japanese Grand Prix race result and championship points | Formula 1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli won the Japanese Grand Prix and took the lead of the world championship from team mate George Russell.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/2026-japanese-grand-prix-race-result-and-championship-points/

Antonelli lucks in for second win and becomes youngest F1 ...

2026-03-29T09:18:01+02:00

Antonelli lucks in for second win and becomes youngest F1 championship leader | 2026 Japanese Grand Prix report

Andrea Kimi Antonelli scored his second consecutive grand prix win thanks in part to a fortunately-timed Safety Car.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/antonelli-lucks-in-for-second-win-and-becomes-youngest-f1-championship-leader/

Japanese Grand Prix start delayed due to barrier repairs | ...

2026-03-29T07:18:02+02:00

Japanese Grand Prix start delayed due to barrier repairs | Formula 1

The start of the Japanese Grand Prix has been delayed by 10 minutes due to a damaged barrier.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/japanese-grand-prix-start-delayed-due-to-barrier-repairs/

Round-up: Verstappen says he’s ‘beyond frustrated’ with ...

2026-03-29T04:18:01+02:00

Round-up: Verstappen says he’s ‘beyond frustrated’ with state of F1, and more | RaceFans round-up

Also in Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up, McLaren are growing increasingly concerned about reliability.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/29/round-up-29th-march-2026/

IndyCar driver McLaughlin cleared of injury after crashing ...

2026-03-28T19:18:17+01:00

IndyCar driver McLaughlin cleared of injury after crashing through barrier at Barber | IndyCar

IndyCar driver Scott McLaughlin suffered a shocking crash in practice for this weekend's race at Barber Motorsport Park.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/indycar-driver-mclaughlin-cleared-of-injury-after-crashing-through-barrier-at-barber/

F1 responds as fans accuse them of hiding ‘super-clipping’ on ...

2026-03-28T19:18:02+01:00

F1 responds as fans accuse them of hiding ‘super-clipping’ on Antonelli’s pole lap | Formula 1

Formula One Management has denied claims they edited footage of Andrea Kimi Antonelli's pole-winning lap to disguise his car "super-clipping".

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/f1-responds-as-fans-accuse-them-of-hiding-super-clipping-on-antonellis-pole-lap/

Lap time watch: 2026 Japanese Grand Prix | Formula 1 One team is ...

2026-03-28T13:18:02+01:00

Lap time watch: 2026 Japanese Grand Prix | Formula 1

One team is performing even better at Suzuka than last year compared to Mercedes: Audi should have had both cars in Q3.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/lap-time-watch-2026-japanese-grand-prix/

Russell concerned for race prospects after “massive” set-up ...

2026-03-28T12:18:02+01:00

Russell concerned for race prospects after “massive” set-up change in qualifying | Formula 1

George Russell says there is little he can do to remedy his compromised set-up after struggling in qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/russell-concerned-for-race-prospects-after-massive-set-up-change-in-qualifying/

Parts of Suzuka still a challenge for drivers says Antonelli ...

2026-03-28T11:18:02+01:00

Parts of Suzuka still a challenge for drivers says Antonelli after second pole position | Formula 1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli admitted he felt "handcuffed on driving" due to Formula 1's new power units but said the track is still a challenge in parts.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/parts-of-suzuka-still-a-challenge-for-drivers-says-antonelli-after-second-pole-position/

Verstappen claims journalist he threw out of press conference had ...

2026-03-28T10:18:02+01:00

Verstappen claims journalist he threw out of press conference had “laughed at me” | Formula 1

Max Verstappen has made further claims about a journalist in his latest clash with a member of the Formula 1 media.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/verstappen-claims-journalist-he-threw-out-of-press-conference-had-laughed-at-me/

2026 Japanese Grand Prix grid | Formula 1 Andrea Kimi Antonelli ...

2026-03-28T09:18:46+01:00

2026 Japanese Grand Prix grid | Formula 1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli has taken provisional pole position for the Japanese Grand Prix for Mercedes ahead of George Russell and Oscar Piastri.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/2026-japanese-grand-prix-grid/

Antonelli takes second pole in a row as Verstappen is eliminated ...

2026-03-28T09:18:31+01:00

Antonelli takes second pole in a row as Verstappen is eliminated in Q2 | 2026 Japanese Grand Prix qualifying report

Mercedes claimed their third consecutive front-row lock out in qualifying for the Japanese Grand Prix while Max Verstappen will start 11th.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/antonelli-takes-second-pole-in-a-row-as-verstappen-is-eliminated-in-q2/

Verstappen says updates on his car created instability after Q2 ...

2026-03-28T09:18:16+01:00

Verstappen says updates on his car created instability after Q2 exit | Formula 1

Max Verstappen says the updates he is running on his Red Bull did not work as expected after failing to reach Q3 at Suzuka.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/verstappen-says-updates-on-his-car-created-instability-after-q2-exit/

Leclerc slates “f***ing joke” F1 qualifying: “I’m losing ...

2026-03-28T09:18:01+01:00

Leclerc slates “f***ing joke” F1 qualifying: “I’m losing everything in the straight” | Formula 1

Formula 1 drivers "pay triple the price" for trying to get the most out of their cars in qualifying due to the new rules, says Charles Leclerc.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/leclerc-slates-fing-joke-f1-qualifying-im-losing-everything-in-the-straight/

Antonelli leads comfortable Mercedes one-two as Norris’s woes ...

2026-03-28T07:18:02+01:00

Antonelli leads comfortable Mercedes one-two as Norris’s woes continue | Formula 1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli was a second faster than all of Mercedes' rivals apart from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc in final practice at Suzuka.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/antonelli-leads-comfortable-mercedes-one-two-as-norriss-woes-continue/

Round-up: Russell was ‘frustrated and angry’ during Williams ...

2026-03-28T02:18:01+01:00

Round-up: Russell was ‘frustrated and angry’ during Williams years, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/28/round-up-28th-march-2026/

“Better off driving at 99%” in qualifying with new F1 cars | ...

2026-03-27T14:18:02+01:00

“Better off driving at 99%” in qualifying with new F1 cars | Formula 1

Formula 1 drivers say going quicker in the corners can make them slower over a qualifying lap due to a quirk of the new power unit rules.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/better-off-driving-at-99-in-qualifying-with-new-f1-cars/

Hamilton glad old cars are gone: ‘Bouncing was a nightmare – ...

2026-03-27T13:18:01+01:00

Hamilton glad old cars are gone: ‘Bouncing was a nightmare – except for Red Bull’ | Formula 1

Lewis Hamilton also said he is pleased to disprove criticism from "certain individuals that hadn't had anywhere near the success that I'd had."

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/hamilton-glad-f1s-old-cars-are-gone-bouncing-was-a-nightmare-except-for-red-bull/

2026 Japanese Grand Prix practice in pictures | F1 Pictures ...

2026-03-27T12:18:02+01:00

2026 Japanese Grand Prix practice in pictures | F1 Pictures

Pictures from the first day of practice for the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/2026-japanese-grand-prix-practice-in-pictures/

Has ‘super clipping’ really killed F1’s fast corners? ...

2026-03-27T11:18:02+01:00

Has ‘super clipping’ really killed F1’s fast corners? Suzuka speeds analysed | Formula 1

Alexander Albon says Formula 1 no longer has any high-speed corners. Does the data from Suzuka bear that out?

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/has-super-clipping-really-killed-f1s-fast-corners-suzuka-speeds-analysed/

Hamilton cleared over impeding Verstappen in practice, Colapinto ...

2026-03-27T10:18:01+01:00

Hamilton cleared over impeding Verstappen in practice, Colapinto gets formal warning | Formula 1

The stewards warned Franco Colapinto for impeding Max Verstappen during practice but cleared Lewis Hamilton of a similar infringement.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/hamilton-cleared-over-impeding-verstappen-in-practice-colapinto-gets-formal-warning/

Honda power unit vibration ‘at an acceptable level on the ...

2026-03-27T09:18:10+01:00

Honda power unit vibration ‘at an acceptable level on the dyno’ | Formula 1

Honda say the vibration problems which have plagued Aston Martin's car since the start of the season are not solely down to its power unit.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/honda-power-unit-vibration-at-an-acceptable-level-on-the-dyno/

Piastri leads Mercedes pair in second practice at Suzuka | ...

2026-03-27T09:18:02+01:00

Piastri leads Mercedes pair in second practice at Suzuka | Formula 1

Oscar Piastri beat the Mercedes pair to head the second practice session at Suzuka while technical trouble delayed his team mate.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/piastri-leads-mercedes-pair-in-second-practice-at-suzuka/

Mercedes first and second in opening practice with McLaren and ...

2026-03-27T07:18:01+01:00

Mercedes first and second in opening practice with McLaren and Ferrari close behind | Formula 1

George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli were fastest in the first practice for Mercedes but both McLaren drivers were within two tenths of a second.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/mercedes-first-and-second-in-opening-practice-with-mclaren-and-ferrari-close-behind/

Round-up: Front plank wear a concern for teams at Suzuka, and ...

2026-03-27T02:18:02+01:00

Round-up: Front plank wear a concern for teams at Suzuka, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/27/round-up-27th-march-2026/

I don’t think it’s right everybody is trying to slow us down ...

2026-03-26T14:18:02+01:00

I don’t think it’s right everybody is trying to slow us down – Russell | Formula 1

George Russell says Mercedes' rivals are trying to compromise their performance following questions over the performance of their front wing.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/26/i-dont-think-its-right-everybody-is-trying-to-slow-us-down-russell/

Verstappen’s overreaction shows he knows he cost himself the ...

2026-03-26T13:18:02+01:00

Verstappen’s overreaction shows he knows he cost himself the 2025 title | Comment

Max Verstappen forced the eviction of a journalist from a press conference after being asked about his Spanish GP collision with George Russell.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/26/verstappens-overreaction-shows-he-knows-he-cost-himself-the-2025-title/

F1’s ‘yo-yo racing’ is ‘real racing’ for Hamilton, ...

2026-03-26T11:18:02+01:00

F1’s ‘yo-yo racing’ is ‘real racing’ for Hamilton, others call easy passes ‘silly’ | Formula 1

Lewis Hamilton defended Formula 1's 'yo-yo racing' but others remain unhappy the new power units make passes to easy.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/26/f1s-yo-yo-racing-is-real-racing-for-hamilton-others-call-easy-passes-silly/

Ferrari can only “annoy” Mercedes, not threaten them for wins ...

2026-03-26T09:18:01+01:00

Ferrari can only “annoy” Mercedes, not threaten them for wins says Leclerc | Formula 1

Mercedes are too far ahead for Ferrari to seriously threaten them, despite the scraps between the teams in recent races, says Charles Leclerc.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/26/ferrari-can-only-annoy-mercedes-not-threaten-them-for-wins-says-leclerc/

‘They’re making us even slower’: FIA cuts F1 qualifying ...

2026-03-26T08:18:01+01:00

‘They’re making us even slower’: FIA cuts F1 qualifying energy limit at Suzuka | Formula 1

Fears Formula 1's new power units would spoil the spectacle of qualifying at Suzuka have prompted the FIA to impose lower energy limits.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/26/theyre-making-us-even-slower-fia-cuts-f1-qualifying-energy-limit-at-suzuka/

Round-up: First asphalt laid at new Madring F1 circuit, and more ...

2026-03-26T02:18:01+01:00

Round-up: First asphalt laid at new Madring F1 circuit, and more | RaceFans round-up

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/26/round-up-26th-march-2026/

Wolff sees “danger” new engine rules will blunt Mercedes’ ...

2026-03-25T11:18:02+01:00

Wolff sees “danger” new engine rules will blunt Mercedes’ advantage | Formula 1

The FIA's change to its power unit rules in June could affect performance and reliability, says Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/25/wolff-sees-danger-new-engine-rules-will-blunt-mercedes-advantage/

Will F1’s new rules ruin one of its greatest tracks? Six ...

2026-03-25T09:18:02+01:00

Will F1’s new rules ruin one of its greatest tracks? Six Japanese GP talking points | Formula 1

Will F1's new rules neuter Suzuka? Can Honda save face at their home race? Here are the talking points for the Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/25/will-f1s-new-rules-ruin-one-of-its-greatest-tracks-six-japanese-gp-talking-points/

Round-up: Formula 2 champion Fornaroli completes first test for ...

2026-03-25T02:18:01+01:00

Round-up: Formula 2 champion Fornaroli completes first test for McLaren, and more | RaceFans round-up

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/25/round-up-25th-march-2026/

What led Stroll to call his Aston Martin “the worst piece of ...

2026-03-24T10:18:02+01:00

What led Stroll to call his Aston Martin “the worst piece of s*** I’ve ever driven” | Formula 1

Lance Stroll voiced his displeasure with Aston Martin's latest Formula 1 car after having to do extra lift-and-coast in qualifying.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/24/what-led-stroll-to-call-his-aston-martin-the-worst-piece-of-s-ive-ever-driven/

Haas reveals special ‘Godzilla’ livery for Japanese Grand ...

2026-03-24T09:18:01+01:00

Haas reveals special ‘Godzilla’ livery for Japanese Grand Prix | Formula 1

Godzilla will appear on Haas's Formula 1 cars at this weekend's Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/24/haas-reveals-special-godzilla-livery-for-japanese-grand-prix/

Round-up: F1’s new cars will be ‘definitely slower’ in ...

2026-03-24T02:18:01+01:00

Round-up: F1’s new cars will be ‘definitely slower’ in Suzuka’s first sector, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/24/round-up-24th-march-2026/

How to watch the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix live this weekend | TV ...

2026-03-23T12:18:02+01:00

How to watch the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix live this weekend | TV Times

It's race week! Formula 1 is heading to Suzuka for its last grand prix before a five-week break. Here's how to watch the Japanese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/23/how-to-watch-the-2026-japanese-grand-prix-live-this-weekend/

Round-up: Mercedes explains error behind Verstappen’s ...

2026-03-23T02:18:01+01:00

Round-up: Mercedes explains error behind Verstappen’s Nurburgring disqualification, and more | RaceFans round-up

Monday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/23/round-up-23rd-march-2026/

ADUO: Do F1 teams who fall behind deserve to get help to catch ...

2026-03-22T10:18:02+01:00

ADUO: Do F1 teams who fall behind deserve to get help to catch up? | Debates and Polls

Manufacturers whose engines aren't up to scratch get extra development time to catch up in 2026. Is this what Formula 1 should be about?

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/22/aduo-should-f1-teams-who-fall-behind-get-help-to-catch-up/

Round-up: Verstappen, Juncadella and Gounon win at Nurburgring, ...

2026-03-22T01:18:01+01:00

Round-up: Verstappen, Juncadella and Gounon win at Nurburgring, and more | RaceFans round-up

Sunday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/22/round-up-22nd-march-2026/

Racing Bulls reveal special livery for Japanese Grand Prix | ...

2026-03-21T14:18:02+01:00

Racing Bulls reveal special livery for Japanese Grand Prix | Formula 1

Racing Bulls has revealed the special livery it will use for next weekend's Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/21/racing-bulls-reveal-special-livery-for-japanese-grand-prix/

Miami GP must be the start of Williams’ recovery plan – Sainz ...

2026-03-21T10:18:02+01:00

Miami GP must be the start of Williams’ recovery plan – Sainz | Formula 1

Carlos Sainz Jnr says the cancellation of two rounds next month "couldn't come at a better time" for struggling Williams.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/21/miami-gp-must-be-the-start-of-williams-recovery-plan-sainz/

Round-up: Antonelli debut at Ferrari would’ve ‘destroyed’ ...

2026-03-21T02:18:02+01:00

Round-up: Antonelli debut at Ferrari would’ve ‘destroyed’ him says ex-boss, and more | RaceFans round-up

Saturday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/21/round-up-21st-march-2026/

Wheatley leaves Audi “with immediate effect” amid Aston ...

2026-03-20T17:18:03+01:00

Wheatley leaves Audi “with immediate effect” amid Aston Martin rumours | Formula 1

Audi's Formula 1 team principal Jonathan Wheatley has left just two rounds into its first season for what it said are "personal reasons".

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/20/wheatley-leaves-audi-with-immediate-effect-amid-aston-martin-rumours/

Stats: Antonelli is 13th Formula 1 driver to score a ‘hat ...

2026-03-20T13:18:02+01:00

Stats: Antonelli is 13th Formula 1 driver to score a ‘hat trick’ with his first win | 2026 Chinese Grand Prix stats and facts

Andrea Kimi Antonelli scored his first victory from pole position while setting fastest lap - a rare achievement only 12 others have managed.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/20/stats-antonelli-is-13th-formula-1-driver-to-score-a-hat-trick-with-his-first-win/

Round-up: Audi’s Wheatley tipped to take Newey’s team ...

2026-03-20T02:18:02+01:00

Round-up: Audi’s Wheatley tipped to take Newey’s team principal role, and more | RaceFans round-up

Friday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/20/round-up-20th-march-2026/

Hamilton took longer to score his first podium for Ferrari than ...

2026-03-19T14:18:02+01:00

Hamilton took longer to score his first podium for Ferrari than any other driver | F1 statistic

No Ferrari driver took longer to score their first podium finish in a grand prix than Lewis Hamilton, who finally did it at his 26th attempt on Sunday.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/19/hamilton-took-longer-to-score-his-first-podium-for-ferrari-than-any-other-driver/

Round-up: F1’s start rules change “didn’t help us at all” ...

2026-03-19T02:18:02+01:00

Round-up: F1’s start rules change “didn’t help us at all” says Vasseur, and more | RaceFans round-up

Thursday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/19/round-up-19th-march-2026/

“Leclerc just backed Lewis up”: How Russell saw the fight ...

2026-03-18T14:18:02+01:00

“Leclerc just backed Lewis up”: How Russell saw the fight between the Ferraris | Formula 1

Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton tried to delay each other as they fought over third place in Shanghai. George Russell spotted what was going on.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/18/leclerc-just-backed-lewis-up-how-russell-saw-fight-between-the-ferraris/

Round-up: Data shows fans “love” F1’s new rules says Wolff, ...

2026-03-18T02:18:01+01:00

Round-up: Data shows fans “love” F1’s new rules says Wolff, and more | RaceFans round-up

Wednesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/18/round-up-18th-march-2026/

Verstappen reduced his pace unnecessarily due to communications ...

2026-03-17T13:18:03+01:00

Verstappen reduced his pace unnecessarily due to communications error | Formula 1

Max Verstappen's race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase reassured him "I am supposed to be on your side" after a communications error during Sunday's race.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/17/verstappen-reduced-his-pace-unnecessarily-due-to-communications-error/

Round-up: Red Bull performance “easy to maximise” so far for ...

2026-03-17T02:18:02+01:00

Round-up: Red Bull performance “easy to maximise” so far for Hadjar, and more | RaceFans Round-up

Tuesday's edition of the RaceFans round-up.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/17/round-up-17th-march-2026/

‘Just an easy pass with Overtake’: Every radio message from ...

2026-03-16T14:18:01+01:00

‘Just an easy pass with Overtake’: Every radio message from Antonelli’s first F1 win | Formula 1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli's race engineer kept him alert to the threat from his team mate on his way to his breakthrough grand prix victory.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/16/just-an-easy-pass-with-overtake-every-radio-message-from-antonellis-first-f1-win/

Post-race crash avoided by Perez’s quick-thinking mechanic | ...

2026-03-16T12:18:02+01:00

Post-race crash avoided by Perez’s quick-thinking mechanic | Formula 1

A quick-thinking mechanic prevented a post-race collision involving Sergio Perez's out-of-control Cadillac in Shanghai.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/16/post-race-crash-avoided-by-perezs-quick-thinking-mechanic/

Calling off Hamilton-Leclerc fight would have been “unfair” ...

2026-03-16T10:18:03+01:00

Calling off Hamilton-Leclerc fight would have been “unfair” – Vasseur | Formula 1

Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur defended their decision to allow Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc to fight for position in the Chinese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/16/calling-off-hamilton-leclerc-fight-would-have-been-unfair-vasseur/

Sainz used ‘Overtake mode train’ tactics to keep Colapinto ...

2026-03-16T10:18:02+01:00

Sainz used ‘Overtake mode train’ tactics to keep Colapinto behind | Formula 1

Carlos Sainz Jnr says Formula 1's new regulations can create an 'Overtake mode train' as the Drag Reduction System previously did.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/16/sainz-used-overtake-mode-train-tactics-to-keep-colapinto-behind/

“I hope this lap was broadcasted”: Alonso lost five places in ...

2026-03-15T18:18:02+01:00

“I hope this lap was broadcasted”: Alonso lost five places in one lap at the restart | Formula 1

Fernando Alonso called attention to his struggles in the Aston Martin as he lost five places in a single lap during the Chinese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/15/i-hope-this-lap-was-broadcasted-alonso-lost-five-places-in-one-lap-at-the-restart/

2026 Chinese Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and ...

2026-03-15T17:18:03+01:00

2026 Chinese Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and tyres | 2026 Chinese Grand Prix interactive data

Did the Safety Car scupper George Russell's best route to victory? And did Ferrari compromise their race by letting their drivers fight?

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/15/2026-chinese-grand-prix-interactive-data-lap-charts-times-and-tyres/

Antonelli admits he “relaxed too much” before mistake near ...

2026-03-15T14:18:02+01:00

Antonelli admits he “relaxed too much” before mistake near end of race | Formula 1

Andrea Kimi Antonelli said the mistake which sent him off-track in the final laps of the Chinese Grand Prix was the result of him "relaxing too much" in the car.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/15/antonelli-admits-he-relaxed-too-much-before-mistake-near-end-of-race/

Russell was ‘waiting for Hamilton and Leclerc to collide’ in ...

2026-03-15T13:18:02+01:00

Russell was ‘waiting for Hamilton and Leclerc to collide’ in Chinese GP | Formula 1

George Russell said he was convinced Ferrari's drivers were going to collide as they fought for position in the Chinese Grand Prix.

Read more: https://www.racefans.net/2026/03/15/russell-was-waiting-for-hamilton-and-leclerc-to-collide-in-chinese-gp/