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How our F1 2026 pre-season predictions are looking now

Motorsport - Fri, 2026-05-01 10:24
As the 2026 F1 season restarts in Miami, our F1 writers revisit the pre-season predictions they made at the conclusion of winter testing in Bahrain. Who's still on track and who's looking silly already?
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Why a wet F1 Miami GP would be so tricky – FIA addresses key concerns

Motorsport - Fri, 2026-05-01 09:32
During media day for the Miami Grand Prix, two topics dominated discussions with all drivers: the tweaks to the Formula 1 technical regulations and the weather forecast for Sunday. Although several teams have already tested their 2026 cars in the rain, the race in Florida could become the first collective on-track action in wet conditions under the new ruleset.
If that happens, the first ...Keep reading

F1: Chequered Flag

Formula 1 at the BBC - Fri, 2026-05-01 04:47
Harry Benjamin and the team look ahead to F1’s return after its five-week enforced break.

Can Ferrari and McLaren challenge Mercedes in Miami?

Formula 1 - Fri, 2026-05-01 02:27
After five weeks without racing, it remains to be seen whether Mercedes' rivals in Ferrari and McLaren have found the performance they need to close the gap to the Silver Arrows in Miami.

Watch Weekend Warm-Up ahead of the Miami GP

Formula 1 - Fri, 2026-05-01 02:27
F1 makes its return with Miami hosting the fourth round of the season. Kimi Antonelli is looking for his third straight win, but his team mate and one or two others might have something to say about that.

Lewis Hamilton turns heads with bold runway Saint Laurent look at F1 Miami GP

Motorsport - Fri, 2026-05-01 00:17
Seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton turned heads as he arrived at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix paddock in a full Saint Laurent look straight from the runway.
The Ferrari driver's ensemble featured a striking, translucent, bright orange anorak worn over a tailored, satin, burnt orange collared shirt and burgundy tie. This was paired with relaxed-fit, pleated dark brown trousers and classic ...Keep reading

Martin Brundle warns Red Bull faces Max Verstappen retention challenge

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-04-30 23:47
Red Bull faces a real challenge to retain four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen, according to former driver and Sky Sports analyst Martin Brundle. 
Verstappen has been honest about his dissatisfaction with the new era of regulations, initially describing them as "Formula E on steroids". While the Dutchman is under contract with Red Bull until the end of 2028, he has revealed that he is ...Keep reading

Verstappen reacts to Lambiase's McLaren move

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-04-30 23:23
Max Verstappen believes trying to stop race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase from joining rival Formula 1 team McLaren in 2028 "would be stupid from my side".

Colapinto reflects on ‘dream’ road show in Buenos Aires

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-04-30 23:23
Franco Colapinto recently became the first Argentinian to drive an F1 car on the streets of Buenos Aires.

Audi drivers react to McNish becoming Racing Director

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-04-30 23:23
Audi's Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hulkenberg has shared their thoughts following the appointment of Allan McNish as the team's Racing Director.

Antonelli expects Mercedes to face more competition in Miami

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-04-30 23:23
Kimi Antonelli is braced for Mercedes’ rivals to pose more of a threat as the 2026 F1 season resumes at the Miami International Autodrome, with a host of teams set to unleash upgrades and regulation changes also coming into play.

‘I’m open to everything’ – Alonso gives update regarding F1 future

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-04-30 23:23
Fernando Alonso has opened up about the possibility of leaving F1 when his contract expires at the end of 2026.

Alex Albon explains why F1 drivers were "united" in FIA regulation talks

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-04-30 23:16
Alex Albon has revealed that all 22 Formula 1 drivers were united in the discussions with the FIA and Formula One Management regarding the 2026 regulations. 
The regulations were discussed during the impromptu five-week break between the Japanese and Miami Grands Prix, and as a result of those talks, tweaks have been introduced for this weekend's race at the Miami International ...Keep reading

David Coulthard explains why Ferrari can't argue against F1 race start regulation tweak

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-04-30 22:56
Former Formula 1 driver David Coulthard has claimed that while Ferrari could argue against some of the regulation tweaks, safety far outweighs any argument the Maranello outfit would have. 
One area that Ferrari dominated in the opening three rounds of the season was the race start, and now a refinement to the regulations has been introduced to prevent dangerous situations caused by cars ...Keep reading

Verstappen says F1 rule changes 'a tickle'

Formula 1 at the BBC - Thu, 2026-04-30 22:39
Max Verstappen says the changes to F1's rules amount to "a tickle" in terms of addressing his and other drivers' concerns about the new style of racing.

Colton Herta reveals why he thought F1 dream was over before Cadillac chance

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-04-30 22:15
Colton Herta has revealed that he thought he would never get another chance in Formula 1 after a deal with AlphaTauri (now Racing Bulls) failed to come to fruition for the 2023 season.
Herta, who left his successful career in the IndyCar Series behind to join the Cadillac F1 team as its test driver in 2026 alongside a full-time Formula 2 contract, had previously considered a move to F1 in ...Keep reading

How to watch NASCAR at Texas: Weekend schedule, start time, TV

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-04-30 22:05
Carson Hocevar enters Texas as NASCAR's newest winner, capturing his first career win at Talladega last weekend. Texas Motor Speedway will host all three national divisions this weekend, with the Cup, O'Reilly, and Craftsman Truck Series.
Tyler Reddick continues to hold a commanding lead in the championship, 110 points clear of Denny Hamlin.
Joey Logano is the defending winner at Texas -- ...Keep reading

How the Miami GP became F1’s most polarizing cultural force

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-04-30 21:30
To the European racing purist, Formula 1 is a cathedral of heritage, defined by the mist of Spa-Francorchamps, the red seas of Monza, and the narrow, historic confines of Monaco. To them, the Formula 1 Crypto.com Miami Grand Prix can feel like a glitch in the matrix. It is a race held in a stadium parking lot, featuring a "marina" with dry-docked yachts on vinyl water and a guest list worthy of ...Keep reading

Max Verstappen: F1 rule changes ahead of Miami GP are "just a tickle"

Motorsport - Thu, 2026-04-30 21:24
Max Verstappen has described the Formula 1 regulation changes as “just a tickle” in terms of the impact it will have, but sees the greater communication and interaction between the drivers and rule makers as a positive development.
The FIA and F1 used the April break, as planned, to review the technical regulations. The consensus was that the racing itself is ‘entertaining’ and does not ...Keep reading

Perez explains Cadillac’s ‘biggest test’ in Miami

Formula 1 - Thu, 2026-04-30 20:18
Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas are hopeful that Cadillac can make continued progress as they prepare for the team's first home weekend in Miami.

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