Highlights Max Verstappen fastest in Free Practice 1 at Sepang 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix relocated to Malaysia’s Sepang Circuit George Russell second, testing Mercedes’ latest upgrades Kimi Antonelli finished fifth for Ferrari in hot conditions Several drivers received grid penalties…

Highlights Mercedes introduced largest W17 upgrades since May for Bahrain GP. Package includes seven components enhancing aerodynamics, suspension, and braking. Kimi Antonelli leads championship by 66 points over teammate Russell. Mercedes leads constructors by 160 points over Ferrari, 72 over…

Highlights Mercedes introduced major upgrades since Canadian Grand Prix. Russell won Baku race by less than two-tenths of a second. Piastri aims to benefit from Sepang’s high-speed layout. Mercedes upgrades target improved cornering and aerodynamic efficiency. Piastri feels more in…

Highlights Mercedes brings second major upgrade package for 2026 season. George Russell says upgrade won’t create massive performance leap. Package focuses on more downforce, keeping base car concept. Upgrades target better grip on slower, twistier circuits. Details unveiled before Friday’s…

Highlights Kimi Antonelli finished fifth after starting 16th in Azerbaijan GP. He made a qualifying mistake but chose cautious race management. Antonelli leads George Russell by 66 points before Malaysia GP. He contrasted cautious Baku drive with aggressive Italian GP…

Highlights Max Verstappen remains winless in 2026 F1 season after 15 races Finished second in Baku, 0.196 seconds behind George Russell Currently sixth in drivers’ standings with 163 points Red Bull dropped to fourth in constructors’ championship Red Bull introduced…

Highlights Stroll and Alonso confirmed with Aston Martin for 2027 season AMR26 car struggles despite upgrades, remains midfield contender Honda power unit causes two-second per lap performance deficit Honda upgraded turbocharger to reduce lag but issues persist Baku and Monza…

Highlights Max Verstappen returns to Sepang, chasing first 2026 win Sepang’s heat and rough asphalt present tough race conditions Mercedes brings upgrades, raising competition against Red Bull Verstappen views remaining races as learning, development opportunities Red Bull aims to build…

Highlights Lando Norris will retire from racing before his 40s. Fernando Alonso extended Aston Martin contract until 2027. Norris rejected racing older in any motorsport discipline. He signed with McLaren until at least the 2030 season. Norris aims for a…