Formula 1’s new-for-2026 Overtake Mode is officially shaping the dynamic of on-track battles, according to Mercedes’ head of trackside operations Andrew Shovlin. Introduced this season as a direct replacement for the traditional Drag Reduction System (DRS), the impact of the proximity-based energy boost has been difficult to isolate alongside other major 2026 changes—such as drastically … Read more

Antonelli delivers a clear verdict on Ferrari while backing Mercedes’ superiority in the 2026 title fight – Despite acknowledging Ferrari’s enduring appeal, Kimi Antonelli has reaffirmed his commitment to Mercedes, insisting that his focus remains firmly on delivering world championships for the team that helped shape his career. During his appearance at the Trofeo Bandini … Read more

Guenther Steiner, former boss of the Haas F1 team, is clearly on form presently as he takes a swipe at both Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen on the latest Red Flags podcast. The Simulator Boycott and Ferrari Hype In terms of Hamilton, his comments were aimed at the seven-time world champion’s claims that his lack … Read more

The Mercedes team principal was forced to intervene multiple times over the team radio after the teenager became increasingly frustrated with his teammate during the Canadian Grand Prix Sprint. The teenager’s anger stemmed from an early battle between the pair, which he felt had cost him a chance to challenge for victory. This ultimately prompted … Read more

For Mercedes, the glittering waters of the Mediterranean off the coast of Monte Carlo has not been a particularly happy hunting ground. Their last podium finish was Lewis Hamilton’s win in 2019 on the way to his sixth world championship. Last season George Russell finished outside the points in P11 and since joining Mercedes he … Read more

Fernando Alonso’s disastrous Canadian Grand Prix weekend has become the latest chapter in Aston Martin’s troubled 2026 Formula 1 campaign. The Spaniard was forced to retire due to severe pain caused by an unusual issue with his cockpit seat. The two-time world champion voluntarily brought his Aston Martin into the pits on lap 24, initially … Read more

Lewis Hamilton for many has turned around a poor start to his Ferrari career with a good start to the 2026 season. Lewis failed to make a single Grand Prix podium in 2025 and became the Ferrari F1 driver who went the longest without achieving this. He also failed to score in five of the … Read more

Max Verstappen has been criticised in Germany, with a respected Formula 1 journalist labelling the Red Bull star “childish” – The criticism surrounding Formula 1’s current regulations continues to divide opinion. However, respected German journalist Michael Schmidt believes that some of the negativity is being amplified by Verstappen himself. The veteran Auto Motor und Sport … Read more

Verstappen explains why his daughter Lily is staying away from the Formula 1 paddock – The Dutchman has opened up about life as a father and revealed why his daughter Lily will not be appearing in the Formula 1 paddock for the foreseeable future. The four-time world champion says protecting her privacy and allowing her … Read more

The Hidden Risk Monaco Faces Despite Formula 1’s Active Aero Changes – The 2026 Formula 1 regulations were designed to enhance the racing experience by replacing DRS with a more advanced energy deployment system, along with active aero. These active aerodynamics will still play a significant role in all but one of the races, as … Read more