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Laurent Mekies Signs Red Bull Extension Through 2031 Following Back-to-Back Wins
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies has signed a five-year contract extension keeping him in charge until 2031. The deal follows consecutive race victories in Malaysia and Singapore as the team closes in on third place in the Constructors' Championship.
16 Oct 2026
3 Oct 2026
Mercedes Accepts Responsibility for Antonelli’s Silverstone Mechanical Failure
Mercedes has taken responsibility for a wheel-shield failure that cost Kimi Antonelli a potential win at the British Grand Prix. The incident, combined with a track-limits penalty, resulted in a non-score for the championship leader, narrowing his lead over George Russell to 25 points.
3 Oct 2026
Leclerc Wins British GP as Antonelli’s Championship Lead Shrinks
Charles Leclerc claimed victory at the British Grand Prix as championship leader Kimi Antonelli finished outside the points due to mechanical failure. George Russell’s second-place finish reduces the title gap to 25 points ahead of the next round at Spa-Francorchamps.
3 Oct 2026
Christian Horner Makes Formula 1 Paddock Return at Silverstone as Future Ownership Links Grow
Christian Horner made his first F1 paddock appearance since leaving Red Bull at the British Grand Prix. With his gardening leave concluded, the former team principal is evaluating opportunities that include equity stakes, spanning links to Alpine, Aston Martin, and a potential BYD-backed 12th team entry.
3 Oct 2026
British Grand Prix 2026: Leclerc Wins as Safety Car Rules Face Scrutiny
Charles Leclerc claimed a historic 250th win for Ferrari at the British Grand Prix, while a late-race Safety Car and ongoing debates over technical regulations dominated the weekend's narrative.
3 Oct 2026
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris Praise Kimi Antonelli’s 2026 Season Performance
Max Verstappen and Lando Norris have praised 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli for his consistent performance in the 2026 F1 season. Despite leading the championship, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff maintains that it is too early to declare a title favorite as the season resumes in late August.
4 Aug 2026
Lando Norris Leads Final Practice at Hungarian GP
Lando Norris topped the final practice session at the Hungarian GP, leading Lewis Hamilton and Kimi Antonelli. Technical issues hindered Arvid Lindblad and Sergio Perez, while the field remains tightly bunched ahead of qualifying.
4 Aug 2026
Formula 1 Prepares Contingency Plans for 2027 Calendar Amid Middle East Conflict
Formula 1 is delaying its 2027 calendar announcement until autumn to account for potential disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East. President Stefano Domenicali confirmed that contingency plans are in place to maintain a 24-race schedule, while the sport continues to explore future expansion in Africa, South America, and Europe.
2 Aug 2026
Malaysia Returns to F1 Calendar for 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix
Malaysia will return to the Formula 1 calendar in October 2026 to host the Bahrain Grand Prix, replacing the postponed Middle Eastern event. The race at Sepang will be part of a triple-header, though uncertainty remains regarding the final two rounds of the season in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
31 Jul 2026
Technical Failure at Hungarian GP Sparks Criticism of Blue Flag Protocols
A failure in the electronic blue flag system at the Hungarian GP led to a collision between Oscar Piastri and Carlos Sainz, prompting criticism from team principals Toto Wolff and Andrea Stella regarding race management protocols.
31 Jul 2026
McLaren’s Hungarian GP Upgrade Sparks 2026 Title Speculation
Lando Norris has cut Kimi Antonelli's championship lead to 91 points following a win in Hungary, prompting debate over whether McLaren's recent upgrades can sustain a title challenge.
30 Jul 2026
Formula 1 to pivot to Europe for 2026 season finale if Middle East races are cancelled
Formula 1 will move its 2026 season finale to Europe if the scheduled races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi are cancelled due to regional conflict, with a final decision expected by mid-September.