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.
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Will Ferrari lead the Australian Grand Prix out of Turn 1?
Watch out for Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc off the line in Melbourne.
Lance Stroll compares driving Aston Martin AMR26 to being ‘electrocuted’
"It's a very uncomfortable vibration."
Max Verstappen responds after Russell, Hamilton air Red Bull ‘suspicions’
Red Bull has caught the eye ahead of the new season.
Norris begins F1 title defence insisting McLaren still approaches season as hunters
The reigning champion says nothing changes, McLaren will still approach 2026 like challengers.
Sainz urges F1 to stay ‘open-minded’ if ‘there’s something wrong’ with 2026 rules
F1’s new power unit rules could be confusing, and Carlos Sainz says the sport must be ready to react quickly.
Stroll accepts Aston Martin reality as Honda vibration woes limits race laps
"Some seasons it’s magic, some seasons it’s shit", Lance Stroll accepts Aston Martin’s tough start.
‘You won’t see that person again’ – Lewis Hamilton on big Ferrari change for F1 2026
"We're leaving behind the bad and moving forward with the good."
Bottas’ ‘good news’ as grid penalty vanishes under new F1 rule
"I've got some good news for you..."
Alonso reveals Aston Martin vibrations leave hands ‘numb’ after 25 minutes
Alonso opens up on Aston Martin issue causing numb hands and feet.
New Mercedes boost as FIA homologation emerges on eve of Australian GP – report
Mercedes is widely regarded as the favourite to win in Melbourne.
‘I’m ADHD’ – Lewis Hamilton makes ‘surprise’ claim ahead of F1 2026 season
Lewis Hamilton is preparing for his second season with Ferrari.
Sky launches F1 special offer to watch 2026 season start for £5 a race in March
Want to catch the start of the F1 season? Do so for just £5 a race this March with Sky Sports.
Otmar Szafnauer lands new role with F2 team after dramatic Alpine 2023 exit
Otmar Szafnauer has not had a direct role in F1 since leaving Alpine in 2023.
Red Bull-Ford PU ‘way beyond’ expectations as ‘many doubts cleared’
"Honestly, in Barcelona I had many, many doubts..."
Lewis Hamilton reveals calls to Toto Wolff and Zak Brown after Bahrain tests
Lewis Hamilton went searching for answers after testing — but even Toto Wolff and Zak Brown kept their cards close.
Alex Dunne Alpine Academy deal confirmed after McLaren split and Red Bull saga
After months of negotiations and two high-profile splits, Alex Dunne’s next career move is finally confirmed...
Piastri: McLaren would ‘probably be in the midfield or at the back’ with Barcelona-spec MCL40
"I certainly wouldn't be saying that we're the favourite to be winning."
Australian Grand Prix predictions: Double Aston Martin DNF, Russell wins, Hadjar reality check
What's your prediction for the Australian Grand Prix?
Max Verstappen reveals why he is ‘not driving at 102 per cent’
Max Verstappen details how varied racing experience and restraint shape his Formula 1 performances.
McLaren signs former Ferrari sponsor ahead of F1 2026 season
McLaren enters the new season as the reigning constructors' champion.
FIA’s Nikolas Tombazis open to F1 2026 tweaks despite strong start
From lift-and-coast to energy deployment, the FIA is weighing up what could change...
Valtteri Bottas sets ‘clear’ Cadillac target for F1 2026 as Australian GP penalty looms
Valtteri Bottas will make his first F1 appearance since 2024 at the Australian Grand Prix.
Beloved Sky F1 presenter given ‘all clear’ after ‘quite difficult five months’
Some good news ahead of the new season.
Mercedes HPP boss outlines works team advantage theory for F1 2026
Is being a works team the hidden weapon for F1 2026? Mercedes think it just might be.
Martin Brundle warns Aston Martin in ‘dire trouble’ before F1 2026 opener
Brundle paints a bleak picture for Aston Martin and Honda going into Melbourne.
Zak Brown addresses McLaren team orders ahead of first F1 2026 race
Team orders at McLaren was one of the closely followed topics of the last Formula 1 season.
F1 2026 predictions: Have your say on this season’s title winners
You've seen our predictions, now it's your turn to guess what we have in store for us in the 2026 F1 season.
Australian Grand Prix to go ahead as CEO addresses Middle East travel fears
"We’re really confident there’ll be no impact.
Martin Brundle reveals Christian Horner’s early Red Bull engine tour
Martin Brundle received an early tour of the Red Bull engine facility, thanks to Christian Horner.