All articles tagged with #f1 2026
The article outlines the key pre-season dates for the 2026 Formula 1 season, including team launches, testing sessions, and the season opener in Australia, with notable events from Red Bull, Audi, Honda, Mercedes, Alpine, Haas, Ferrari, Williams, and Aston Martin.
Alpine has confirmed Franco Colapinto as Pierre Gasly's teammate for the 2026 F1 season, citing his recent improvement and strategic commercial reasons, despite some questions about his performance and the team's overall struggles.
Mercedes remains committed to its 2026 F1 masterplan, with George Russell confirmed as a key driver and young talent Kimi Antonelli continuing his development, despite fluctuating performance and team challenges this season.
Mercedes has officially confirmed that George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will continue as their F1 drivers in 2026, following a period of speculation and negotiations, with Russell expressing pride in the partnership and Antonelli excited to stay with the team after his rookie season.
Cadillac chose Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez for their 2026 F1 team, citing their experience and commercial appeal, while passing on American drivers like Jak Crawford due to lack of experience and development concerns. The decision reflects a focus on proven talent over potential American talent, despite questions about the absence of U.S. drivers in the lineup.
Max Verstappen has confirmed his commitment to Red Bull for the 2026 F1 season, ending speculation about his future and emphasizing his focus on improving performance and future plans with the team, while also acknowledging ongoing contract clauses and the uncertain outlook for 2025.
Max Verstappen may need to pay over £100 million to buy out his Red Bull contract to join Mercedes for the 2026 F1 season, with ongoing speculation about his potential move despite his current contract until 2028 and an activation clause based on championship standings.
The Dutch Grand Prix will conclude its run on the Formula 1 calendar after 2026, despite offers to continue, as confirmed by event director Robert van Overdijk. This decision comes amid speculation about Max Verstappen's future with Red Bull, as he may switch teams by then. Verstappen, a four-time F1 World Champion, has been a major draw for the Dutch GP, but organizers prefer to end on a high note rather than risk waning enthusiasm. The final Dutch GP will feature the F1 Sprint format for the first time.