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Oscar Piastri Tempered McLaren Performance Expectations Before 2026 Australian GP

McLaren has been the top dog in F1 for the past two years. With two straight CC’s and finally winning the constructors with Lando Norris in 2025. But rising Piastri doesn’t seem so confident they’ll be on top heading into the 2026 opening GP.

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Fernando Alonso sure "everything can be fixed" on Aston Martin AMR26, but it will take time

Fernando Alonso says Aston Martin’s AMR26 issues are fixable, but admits it will take time as the team works through early reliability issues and growing pains ahead of the 2026 season Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso believes that everything can be fixed on the Aston Martin AMR26, but remains realistic on the potential timeline.

Formula One News / Motorsport / February 18

Sebastian Vettel teases future Le Mans team-up with Max Verstappen

Sebastian Vettel has revealed he and Max Verstappen have discussed teaming up for the 24 Hours of Le Mans in the future Four-time Formula 1 champion Sebastian Vettel has teased a 24 Hours of Le Mans outing with Max Verstappen in the future.

Ralf Schumacher News / Motorsport / February 18

Ralf Schumacher spots Ferrari's "huge advantage" ahead of 2026 F1 season

Ralf Schumacher believes Ferrari’s smoother, calmer cornering spotted during Bahrain testing could give the team a significant drivability and tyre-wear advantage heading into the 2026 Formula 1 season Ralf Schumacher has identified what could be a "huge advantage" for Ferrari in the upcoming 2026 Formula 1 season.

Lewis Hamilton News / Motorsport / February 18

Lewis Hamilton confident of overcoming 2025 woes with his "DNA" in SF-26 F1 car

The seven-time world champion has had it tough in recent years, but he is confident of returning to his best with the new F1 regulations in 2026 Lewis Hamilton is confident of overcoming his incredibly disappointing debut season with Ferrari in the 2026 Formula 1 campaign as his ‘DNA is now within’ the SF-26.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / February 18

F1 Bahrain Preseason Test 2: Day 1 Results

The first week of testing around Sakhir was nothing short of drama - whether it was Aston Martin's pace struggles or the fact that all three days had a different session winner.

Formula One News / ESPN / February 18

Russell fastest for Merc but Ferrari tease pace

George Russell ensured Mercedes remained at the top of the timesheets as the final week of preseason testing got underway in Bahrain on Wednesday.

Max Verstappen News / Motorsport / February 18

Max Verstappen on F1 2026 flaws: ‘I already said that in 2023, but nobody listened’

Max Verstappen says he warned about F1’s new regulations three years ago, but the FIA and other teams did not listen. The Red Bull driver agrees with two

Oscar Piastri News / AutoRacing1.com / February 18

Formula 1 News: Russell and Piastri using ‘Trick’ Mercedes engine finish 1-2 in Bahrain – Day 1

The first day of week 2 of Formula 1 preseason testing at the Bahrain International Circuit is complete, and George Russell (pictured) and Oscar Piastri set the two fastest times. … Read More

Formula One News / BBC Sport / February 18

F1 moves to close loophole in new engine rules

Formula 1 bosses are moving towards a rule change that would close a loophole rivals believe Mercedes have exploited in the sport's new engine rules.

Lando Norris News / Motorsport / February 18

Lando Norris’ handwritten note to his first coach is the sweetest detail from his title celebration

Lando Norris celebrated his 2025 Formula 1 world title with a December dinner attended by key figures from his career 2025 Formula 1 champion Lando Norris made sure those who have been instrumental in his career were present at his celebration dinner following a successful 2025 season.

Lewis Hamilton News / Motorsport / February 18

Lewis Hamilton: F1 start procedure "not dangerous" with 2026 cars

Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton plays down concerns from McLaren over Formula 1's start procedure with the new power units Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton has dismissed suggestions F1's start procedure has developed a safety issue with the all-new cars for 2026.

Formula One News / HITC / February 18

Anthony Davidson accuses Fernando Alonso of ‘burning up’ tyres in Aston Martin during F1 testing

Fernando Alonso’s ‘frustration’ came through as he battled with the Aston Martin during F1 testing, according to Anthony Davidson. Aston Martin arrived in Bahrain facing plenty of questions and a real sense of urgency to find some answers over the final three days on track.

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Formula One News / Motorsport / February 18

Ralf Schumacher warns Max Verstappen against 'harming' F1 amid 2026 criticism

The former F1 winner says it’s too late to rewrite the rules Ralf Schumacher has responded to Max Verstappen's pushback against Formula 1's 2026 regulations after the four-time champion slammed the championship's new cars as "anti-racing".

Charles Leclerc News / AutoRacing1.com / February 18

Formula 1 News: Leclerc draws first blood as last week of testing begins

Charles Leclerc (pictured) set Ferrari’s fastest lap so far in Bahrain’s Formula 1 pre-season testing, clocking a strong push lap during the opening hour of Wednesday’s session at the start … Read More

Formula One News / Motorsport / February 18

F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Charles Leclerc pips Lando Norris on morning of day four

The Ferrari driver set a 1m33.739s to top Wednesday morning's running in Bahrain for pre-season testing of F1 2026 Charles Leclerc kicked off the final week of pre-season testing for the 2026 Formula 1 campaign by going fastest in Bahrain, as the top teams asserted their dominance over the midfield.

Jack Doohan News / HITC / February 18

Jack Doohan notices Racing Bulls braking problem while watching F1 testing in Bahrain

Jack Doohan is feeling positive about the new Formula 1 season after moving from Alpine to Haas during the off-season. Alpine gave Jack Doohan just half a dozen races to prove himself last year before he was replaced by Franco Colapinto.

Lewis Hamilton News / Athlon Sports / February 18

Lewis Hamilton Mourns the Death of US Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson

Seven-time Formula 1 champion Lewis Hamilton expressed deep sadness following the death of acclaimed civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson, who passed away on February 17 at the age of 84.

Jenson Button News / HITC / February 18

Jenson Button reveals whether F1 world champions get to keep the iconic trophy

Jenson Button won his one and only Formula 1 world championship in remarkable circumstances in 2009. Button and his Brawn-GP team barely made it onto the grid after forerunners Honda withdrew from F1 at the end of 2008.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / February 16

Barcelona stays in F1 race rotation with extension through 2032

Formula 1 will continue to race in Barcelona for another six years after it struck a deal that calls for the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya to alternate hosting with the Belgian Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / February 15

Lewis Hamilton Delivers Fastest Run Of Any F1 Driver Recorded In Bahrain

The engines have barely cooled in Bahrain, but the F1 paddock is already buzzing. The first extended look at the 2026 regulations has given us plenty to chew on, but one narrative is drowning out the rest: Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari look fast.

George Russell News / F1 on SI / February 15

George Russell Reveals the ‘Most Concerning Thing’ for Mercedes After Testing Confusion

2026 could end up being a hectic year for Formula One, with new regulations set to make the Australian Grand Prix a must-watch race, as well as the debut of an 11th team on the grid, Cadillac.

Formula One News / Yardbarker / February 14

Mercedes driver George Russell makes a costly admission

Russell finished fourth in the World Drivers’ Championship (319 points) and won two races in 2025.

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.

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.