Mercedes face race against time after Antonelli’s massive FP3 crash in Melbourne
Kimi Antonelli escaped unhurt after a violent FP3 crash that left Mercedes scrambling to rebuild his W17 before qualifying.
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Australian GP: Russell tops FP3 as Antonelli crashes heavily in Mercedes
Russell sent a warning shot in FP3, but Antonelli’s Mercedes ended in the wall.
2026 Australian Grand Prix – Free Practice 3 F1 results (Albert Park)
George Russell delivered a late lap to stamp his authority on final practice ahead of Sunday’s Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix. A late late saw the Brit surge to the top of the timesheets ahead of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, while Kimi Antonelli suffered a heavy crash. Russell fastest in final Australian GP practice […]
FIA reinstates Straight Mode zone after team backlash
After brief removal, the FIA has confirmed Straight Mode zone 4 will run in FP3 following team input.
Australian GP FP3 delayed after huge Formula 3 crash
Barrier repairs after a dramatic Formula 3 crash forced a delay to FP3.
F1 LIVE: Relive the action from FP3 at the Australian Grand Prix
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FIA removes Albert Park Straight Mode zone after drivers raise safety concerns
The FIA has scrapped one of Albert Park’s Straight Mode zones after drivers warned the low-downforce blast towards Turn 9 was too risky.
Oscar Piastri goes quickest as crisis unfolds at Aston Martin – round-up
Here's all the news you may have missed as the F1 2026 season began in earnest in Australia.
Zak Brown dismisses compression ratio controversy ahead of Australian GP
The McLaren boss suggested the pre-season talk was much ado about nothing ahead of the season opener.
Sergio Perez sidelined by Cadillac issues as Pat Symonds says running two cars ‘four times as difficult’
Sergio Perez encountered a few mechanical woes with his Cadillac during his Friday in Melbourne...
Williams brings striking FW48 updates as team rings the changes
Williams has made changes to their front wing, floor, engine cover and rear wing for the Australian Grand Prix.
Albert Park exposes F1 2026 energy crisis as teams battle battery limits
The opening day in Melbourne revealed the problem teams face in Formula 1’s new power unit era.
Brundle warns Aston Martin it will take ‘six months’ to fix problems
Things are looking bleak for Aston Martin with question marks over whether they will even qualify for the race.
George Russell escapes FIA penalty after Australian GP FP2 incident
The British driver was investigated by the stewards for two incidents that occurred during FP2 in Melbourne.
Alonso refuses Honda battery comment as Aston Martin faces limited supply
Aston Martin has arrived in Melbourne with just two Honda batteries, leaving Fernando Alonso fielding awkward questions.
FIA launches double George Russell investigation at Australian GP
George Russell is facing a double investigation at the Australian Grand Prix.
Australian GP: Oscar Piastri set fastest time in FP2 as Russell, Verstappen faced drama
Oscar Piastri stole the show in FP2, a session packed with pit issues and chaos for top drivers.
2026 Australian Grand Prix – Free Practice 2 F1 results (Albert Park)
Check out the complete F1 results from the second practice session at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne...
Toto Wolff plays down Mercedes pace after difficult Australian GP practice
Toto Wolff says Mercedes face early software teething problems after a challenging start in Australia...
F1 LIVE: Relive the action from FP2 at the Australian Grand Prix
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2026 Australian Grand Prix – Free Practice 1 F1 results (Albert Park)
Ferrari topped the opening hour in Melbourne as Charles Leclerc beat Lewis Hamilton in practice.
Australian GP: Leclerc tops first F1 2026 practice in Ferrari 1-2 as Norris sidelined
FP1 delivered drama already - Leclerc fastest in Ferrari 1-2 ahead of Verstappen, Norris’ session cut short.
F1 LIVE: Relive the action from FP1 at the Australian Grand Prix as new era begins
Our first F1 live action of the full season is here - and it's a brand new era. Join us for FP1 in Melbourne.
Will Ferrari lead the Australian Grand Prix out of Turn 1?
Watch out for Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc off the line in Melbourne.
Bottas and Norris jokingly tip Aston Martin for shock 2026 title fight
Aston Martin rivals poke fun at the team's woes, but could there be some truth to it?