11 things we learned from F1 2026's Australian Grand Prix
Everything that the Australian GP told us about what to expect from F1 2026 - and how it might change in the coming weeks and months
When is racing not racing? F1's new regulations deliver a split verdict
Chris Medland explores whether F1 racing is now too artificial, and whether drivers' opinions about driving satisfaction are worth considering.
F1 start issues: Why so many drivers had flat batteries as they lined up on the grid
There was great anticipation surrounding the start of the first Formula 1 race of the season: not only to understand the true competitive order, but a...
The reasons behind why drivers had flat batteries on the Australian GP grid
There was great anticipation surrounding the start of the first Formula 1 race of the season: not only to understand the true competitive order, but a...
Aprilia boss on calming Marco Bezzecchi: âHeâs giving himself enough s**t alreadyâ
Aprilia Racing CEO Massimo Rivola says there is âno reasonâ for him to rein in Marco Bezzecchiâs aggression, insisting the Italian rider is alre...
Aston Martin encouraged by Honda's progress on vibration issues
After Honda saw progress with its vibration issues, Aston Martin is confident it could have finished the Australian Grand Prix if it wasnât managing...
Hamilton's 'sharp tongue' and a tale of 'unforgiveable guilt' - Italian media react to the Australian GP
The shrimp's been taken off the barbie and the sun has set over the Australian Grand Prix. Now the dust has settled, it's time for a round-up of the F...
âDeployment s*** itself againâ: Why Verstappenâs Australian GP was so frustrating | Formula 1
Max Verstappen was frustrated by power unit problems during his climb to sixth in Melbourne. Read his radio messages in full.
Alex Albon reveals why proposal to golfer Lily Muni He was delayed
Williams Formula 1 driver Alex Albon has shared details of his proposal to professional golfer Lily Muni He, and why it was delayed.The couple shared ...
Will Solbergâs relationship with Ogier be affected by winning?
It would be easy to reach for the Socrates and Plato analogy of master and student â but the World Rally Championship is more contemporary... Read m...
2026 Australian Grand Prix interactive data: lap charts, times and tyres | 2026 Australian Grand Prix interactive data
Ferrari's incredible starts meant they led almost half the Australian Grand Prix. But did they cost themselves the chance to win?
Lewis Hamilton will not retire until he races in this location
Seven-time F1 champion Lewis Hamilton has insisted he will not stop racing in the sport until the jam-packed calendar finds space for one more event i...
Red Bull praises "fantastic" debut for Isack Hadjar at F1 Australian GP
Laurent Mekies tipped his hat to Red Bull debutant Isack Hadjar after a very impressive start to the 2026 Formula 1 campaign at the Australian Grand.....
Honda saw âsignificant improvementâ in vibration problems at Australian GP | Formula 1
Honda say they have reduced the vibrations from their power unit but did not indicate when they expect to complete a race distance.
Did George Russell false start in F1's Australian GP: Hereâs what the FIA rules say
Did the eventual winner of the Australian Grand Prix George Russell, jump the start at the Formula 1 season opener? This claim has stirred up social m...
Max Verstappen confirms 24hr Nurburgring participation during F1 season
Max Verstappen will contest the 2026 Nurburgring 24 Hours this year, alongside his F1 campaign.
Did Aston Martin only find out what it signed up for with Honda in November?
When Adrian Newey appeared at the FIA press conference in Melbourne on Friday, it was already clear that Aston Martin would face an extremely diffic...
How Toyotaâs GR Corolla RC2 compares to GR Yaris Rally2
The unknown exists at every turn at Safari Rally Kenya, but world rallying’s biggest question won’t be answered in the savannah this week....
Verstappen to tackle Nurburgring 24 Hours in a Mercedes-AMG GT3 | Formula 1
Max Verstappen will make his debut in the Nurburgring 24 Hours this year, driving a Mercedes-AMG GT3 on the 20-kilometre Nordschleife.
Max Verstappen shot down by F1 chief after badmouthing 2026 cars
F1 chief Stefano Domenicali has hit back at drivers like Max Verstappen who have criticised the sport's new 2026 cars.