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Lewis Hamilton matches Max Verstappen’s concerns over 2026 regulations after Bahrain testing

Pre-season testing in Bahrain is underway, and both Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen have spoken out about the same issue with Formula 1’s new regulations.

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Mercedes set the pace on day 3 of F1 Bahrain test

Kimi Antonelli went fastest on the final day of Bahrain's first preseason F1 test as Mercedes gave a teasing glimpse at the kind of pace many expected to see from them all week.

Andrea Kimi Antonelli News / Motorsport / February 13

F1 2026 Bahrain pre-season test: Andrea Kimi Antonelli leads Mercedes 1-2 on day three

Antonelli topped a Mercedes 1-2 on the final day of this week's 2026 Bahrain pre-season test Mercedes reaffirmed belief that it is the team to beat in

Charles Leclerc News / Motorsport / February 13

Charles Leclerc’s early verdict on Ferrari in F1 2026 pecking order

Leclerc has weighed in on Formula 1’s 2026 pecking order, which admittedly remains somewhat unclear for now Charles Leclerc believes Red Bull and Mercedes are leading Ferrari and McLaren in terms of performance ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season.

Formula One News / Motorsport / February 13

The F1 drivers with the most grand prix starts without a podium finish

Nico Hulkenberg was the previous record holder for the most grands prix starts without a podium finish, but after a stunning Silverstone race in 2025 there's

Max Verstappen News / ESPN / February 13

FE boss to Max after F1 jibe: Come drive our cars

Max Verstappen has been given an open invitation to test Formula E machinery following his recent comparison between the series' all-electric cars and F1's new generation.

Formula One News / BBC Sport / February 13

Red Bull advantage 'pretty scary', says Russell

Red Bull's advantage at the front of the Formula 1 field "has been really eye-opening for a lot of us," says Mercedes driver George Russell.

Isack Hadjar News / HITC / February 13

Isack Hadjar reveals early doubts after Red Bull test crash in Barcelona

Red Bull have become known for making quick changes to Max Verstappen’s teammates, and Isack Hadjar has openly spoken about the pressure he felt during his debut season with the team after crashing in his first F1 test of pre-season.

Formula One News / Motorsport / February 13

Red Bull: “We are the fourth team – Ferrari, Mercedes and McLaren are faster”

Pierre Wache dismissed Toto Wolff’s claim that Red Bull is “the benchmark” in 2026, and instead said that three rivals are currently quicker During winter testing in Bahrain, no one appears keen to take on the role of favourite for the 2026 Formula 1 season.

Formula One News / ESPN / February 13

Russell: Don't look at Merc, Red Bull gap is 'scary'

George Russell is adamant that Red Bull hold an early advantage in Formula 1 2026, claiming their engine advantage is "scary."

Max Verstappen News / HITC / February 13

Honda engineer stunned by Max Verstappen’s ability to mask exhaustion from fans

Max Verstappen’s bond with Honda is well-known throughout the paddock. It goes beyond just race wins – it’s a mutual respect that developed during their time together at Red Bull.

Formula One News / Motorsport / February 13

Jenson Button explains why Lando Norris could be “a formidable force” in 2026

The 2009 champion says the regulation reset is the “new challenge” champions crave Jenson Button believes Lando Norris will be returning this season as

Fernando Alonso News / HITC / February 13

Fernando Alonso’s camp braced for more frustration amid Aston Martin issues

Aston Martin could be looking at a rough start to the 2026 Formula 1 season, and it’s becoming increasingly difficult to imagine them outperforming newcomers Audi and Cadillac.

Gabriel Bortoleto News / AutoRacing1.com / February 13

Formula 1 News: Bortoleto warns 2026 race starts ‘chaos’ amid turbo concerns

(GMM) Gabriel Bortoleto (pictured) has highlighted fresh concerns about the complexity of Formula 1’s 2026 regulations – this time over the race start procedure.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / February 13

Formula 1 News: Wolff confirms role in Nurburgring date change for Verstappen

(GMM) Toto Wolff (pictured) has confirmed that Mercedes-AMG was involved in rescheduling a Nurburgring Endurance Series (NLS) round to accommodate Max Verstappen’s now-likely return to the Nordschleife in 2026.

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Alex Albon News / Motorsport / February 13

Alex Albon's partner Lily Muni He shares details on winter break engagement

Alex Albon’s partner Lily Muni He has revealed more about their romantic Big Sur engagement Alex Albon's partner Lily Muni He has shared details of their romantic engagement during the winter break.

Isack Hadjar News / Motorsport / February 13

Isack Hadjar confident of race wins in F1 2026 aboard impressive Red Bull

The 21-year-old has joined Red Bull for his sophomore F1 campaign and is confident he will not face the same fate as many of his predecessors against Max Verstappen New Red Bull signing Isack Hadjar is confident that he can win races in the 2026 Formula 1 campaign despite the struggles his predecessors faced against Max Verstappen.

Max Verstappen News / Motorsport / February 13

Mercedes is sandbagging amid F1 engine row, Max Verstappen claims

Verstappen believes Mercedes is holding back a significant amount of pace ahead of the 2026 F1 season. According to him, the compression ratio makes a

Formula One News / F1 on SI / February 12

Major Ferrari Issue Will Be “Detrimental” to Lewis Hamilton’s Season

Lewis Hamilton has conceded that the ongoing quest to find a permanent race engineer at Ferrari will be "detrimental" to the start of the new Formula 1 season.

Max Verstappen News / F1 on SI / February 12

Max Verstappen Launches Astonishing Attack on New F1 Cars

Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen has launched an astonishing attack on the new-for-2026 cars. An overhaul of the championship's technical regulations has seen cars shrink in dimension and weight, with aerodynamics moved from the underfloor and back onto the top surface of the machinery.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / February 12

F1 Bahrain Preseason Test 1: Day 2 Results

Charles Leclerc set the headline time on the second day of the first Bahrain Formula 1 preseason test. The Ferrari driver set a best time of 1:34.273s to finish over half a second faster than nearest challenger Lando Norris, the McLaren driver ahead of Haas' Oliver Bearman.

Toto Wolff News / Last Word On Sports / February 11

Toto Wolff: Red Bull gaining 'a second per lap' on the straights

For all the focus on Mercedes this winter, several familiar names made an impression on day 1 of Bahrain testing. Red Bull, McLaren and Ferrari all accumulated over 100 laps across today’s sessions, maintaining the impressive levels of durability shown from the Barcelona Shakedown.

Lando Norris News / Field Level Media / February 11

Lando Norris posts fastest lap time at Bahrain preseason testing

The first day of Formula 1's 2026 preseason testing at Bahrain bore a strong resemblance to the 2025 drivers' championship standings as Lando Norris delivered the fastest lap time.

Yuki Tsunoda News / Athlon Sports / February 11

Yuki Tsunoda Back Behind F1 Wheel for Red Bull

Yuki Tsunoda is officially set to get back behind the wheel of a Formula 1 car, and he’ll be doing it Stateside. Red Bull Racing announced that Tsunoda will drive the RB7 in San Francisco on February 21 as part of a Red Bull Showrun event in partnership with Red Bull USA.

Adrian Newey News / Total Apex Sports / February 10

The Newey Effect: Why the Aston Martin AMR26 Has the Paddock Talking

When Aston Martin arrived in Barcelona for its first 2026 shakedown, the AMR26 immediately drew attention. Teams typically keep early‑season cars hidden behind screens or release heavily simplified launch versions, but Aston Martin rolled out a chassis that was clearly the real thing.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / February 10

Report: F1 driver Kimi Antonelli unhurt in car accident

Formula One driver Kimi Antonelli was unhurt in a single-car accident near his home in San Marino, The Athletic reported Tuesday. "We can confirm that Kimi was involved in a traffic accident on Saturday night close to his home in San Marino," read a statement from his team, Mercedes, that was provided to the media outlet.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

F1: Indian GP organisers renew push for calendar return

Of the 24 races confirmed on this year’s calendar, there are only a few venues with expiring contracts. This creates a very competitive environment for new circuits to secure a place in Formula 1.