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Red Bull's Mekies Rejects 'Transition Year' Label Amid Mercedes Chase

Red Bull's Mekies Rejects 'Transition Year' Label Amid Mercedes Chase

New Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has dismissed the idea that 2026 is a write-off, telling Beyond The Grid the team needs 360-degree gains to chase Mercedes.

Verstappen-Mercedes Rumours Intensify as Montoya Claims Wolff Ready to Sign

Verstappen-Mercedes Rumours Intensify as Montoya Claims Wolff Ready to Sign

Stella reacts to 'disappointing' double McLaren DNS in China

Stella reacts to 'disappointing' double McLaren DNS in China

Russell Wins Thrilling Chinese GP Sprint After Six Lead Changes

Russell Wins Thrilling Chinese GP Sprint After Six Lead Changes

Chinese Grand Prix: Sprint Race / Qualifying Recap

Chinese Grand Prix: Sprint Race / Qualifying Recap

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3Charles Leclerc

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4Lewis Hamilton

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5Oliver Bearman

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2Ferrari

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3McLaren

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4Haas F1 Team

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George Russell Leads FP1 at 2026 Chinese Grand Prix

George Russell Leads FP1 at 2026 Chinese Grand Prix

In the opening practice session for the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, George Russell from Mercedes secured the fastest lap. Team performance showed strong potential as drivers navigated evolving track conditions.

George Russell Secures Pole in F1 Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying

George Russell Secures Pole in F1 Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying

George Russell dominated the sprint qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix, claiming pole position. He leads a strong Mercedes showing ahead of Saturday's race.

George Russell Dominates Sprint Qualifying for 2026 Chinese GP

George Russell Dominates Sprint Qualifying for 2026 Chinese GP

George Russell secured pole position in Sprint Qualifying at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, closely followed by teammate Kimi Antonelli, showcasing Mercedes' strong performance.

Max Verstappen Struggles in Chinese Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying

Max Verstappen Struggles in Chinese Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying

In the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying, George Russell and Kimi Antonelli from Mercedes dominated the session. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen faced a challenging day, qualifying eighth behind the leaders.

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Chinese Grand Prix: Sprint Qualifying Recap

Chinese Grand Prix: Sprint Qualifying Recap

Chinese Grand Prix: Sprint Qualifying Recap March 13, 2026 Share TGR Haas F1 Team drivers Ollie Bearman and Esteban Ocon qualified 9th and 12th respectively for the first Sprint race of the 2026 FIA F

Russell Claims Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying Pole as Mercedes Lock Out Front Row

Russell Claims Chinese GP Sprint Qualifying Pole as Mercedes Lock Out Front Row

George Russell secured pole position for the Chinese GP Sprint race, leading a Mercedes front-row lockout alongside Andrea Kimi Antonelli, while Max Verstappen struggled to eighth place in a surprising qualifying session at Shanghai International Circuit.

Aston Martin Aims to Complete Chinese GP Amid Engine Troubles, Alonso Says

Aston Martin Aims to Complete Chinese GP Amid Engine Troubles, Alonso Says

Aston Martin is optimistic about finishing the upcoming Chinese Grand Prix despite ongoing engine issues. Driver Fernando Alonso emphasizes the team's need for laps to improve performance.

Cadillac CEO: Colton Herta Nearly Signed Red Bull F1 Contract

Cadillac CEO: Colton Herta Nearly Signed Red Bull F1 Contract

Cadillac Formula 1 CEO Dan Towriss revealed that American driver Colton Herta came close to signing with Red Bull after impressive test sessions. It took Towriss a month to convince Herta to remain aligned with Cadillac's F1 project instead.

F1 Academy returns to Shanghai as Kaylee Countryman prepares for her series debut

F1 Academy returns to Shanghai as Kaylee Countryman prepares for her series debut

F1 Academy returns to Shanghai as Kaylee Countryman prepares for her series debut March 11, 2026 Share F1 Academy will kick off its fourth season at the Shanghai International Circuit, home of the Chi

Red Bull Racing Partners with Indeed as Official Recruitment Partner

Red Bull Racing Partners with Indeed as Official Recruitment Partner

Oracle Red Bull Racing has announced a multi-year partnership with Indeed, the world's leading job site, beginning with the 2026 Formula 1 season. The collaboration will see Indeed branding appear on cars and team kit while supporting Red Bull's Talent Academy Programme to attract new talent to motorsport.

Introducing Kaylee Countryman: TGR Haas F1 Team’s newest recruit

Introducing Kaylee Countryman: TGR Haas F1 Team’s newest recruit

Introducing Kaylee Countryman: TGR Haas F1 Team’s newest recruit March 9, 2026 Share Kaylee Countryman joins TGR Haas F1 Team as our new F1 Academy driver for the 2026 season, bringing with her a curi

Russell Claims Historic Mercedes 1-2 in Dramatic 2026 F1 Season Opener

Russell Claims Historic Mercedes 1-2 in Dramatic 2026 F1 Season Opener

George Russell dominated the 2026 Australian Grand Prix to secure Mercedes' first victory of the new regulations era, with teammate Kimi Antonelli completing a stunning one-two finish. Max Verstappen delivered a remarkable recovery drive from P20 to sixth place, while championship contenders faced early setbacks in Melbourne.

Russell Wins Australian GP as Mercedes Dominates Season Opener

Russell Wins Australian GP as Mercedes Dominates Season Opener

George Russell secured victory at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, leading a Mercedes one-two finish with teammate Andrea Kimi Antonelli. The result puts Russell seven points clear in the championship standings after the season's opening round.

George Russell Leads F1 Championship After 2026 Australian GP Victory

George Russell Leads F1 Championship After 2026 Australian GP Victory

George Russell and Mercedes take an early lead in the 2026 Formula 1 standings following a dominant performance at the Australian Grand Prix, while several drivers faced challenges.

George Russell Triumphs in Australian Grand Prix, Signals New F1 Era

George Russell Triumphs in Australian Grand Prix, Signals New F1 Era

George Russell secured a commanding victory at the Australian Grand Prix, marking a pivotal moment in F1. Ferrari's strategy came under scrutiny as new hybrid regulations shaped the race.

'Completely Unfounded': Alpine Hits Back at Colapinto Sabotage Claims

Alpine has issued a rare open letter rejecting accusations that Franco Colapinto is driving inferior machinery, after the Argentinian's Suzuka crash with Oliver Bearman reignited conspiracy theories among his fanbase.

Inside Cadillac: Bottas on Picking His Own Steering Buttons and Ratios

Valtteri Bottas says joining Cadillac has meant designing an F1 car from scratch, from steering ratios to the layout of every button on the wheel — a level of input he never had at Mercedes or Sauber.

Alpine Ahead of Red Bull? Gasly's 'Mad' Suzuka Qualifying Explained

Pierre Gasly turned the midfield upside down at Suzuka, dragging his Alpine ahead of both Red Bull cars in qualifying — a result analysts called 'mad' given Alpine finished last in 2025.

Alonso: Aston Martin Will Be Transformed Inside Two Months

Fernando Alonso has put a firm timeline on Aston Martin's 2026 turnaround, saying both the chassis and the Honda-powered engine should be in a 'much different' state within two months — a crucial window for the Newey era.

Wheatley Walks Out of Audi as Binotto Takes Over — Aston Martin Next?

Jonathan Wheatley's abrupt exit from Audi after only 11 months has forced Mattia Binotto back into the team principal role, with Aston Martin now the heavily favoured destination for the former Red Bull sporting director.