After a devastating debut crash in Australia, Isack Hadjar's resilience and strong rookie season performances earned him a surprise promotion to Red Bull for 2026, alongside Max Verstappen.
Former F1 executive Marcin Budkowski questions Red Bull's 'big risk' in promoting Isack Hadjar to partner Max Verstappen, citing the team's history of hasty promotions and the immense pressure of facing the four-time world champion.
Honda has revealed the silhouette of its 2026 F1 power unit, marking the start of its new factory partnership with Aston Martin. The Japanese manufacturer is gearing up for a new era following its dominant stint with Red Bull.
Former Red Bull driver Sergio Perez claims his poor 2024 performance served as a "big distraction" from the team's internal Horner controversy. Perez is now preparing for his F1 return in 2026 with the new Cadillac team.
Helmut Marko says he's glad he won't have to fly to Australia for the season opener after leaving Red Bull, ending a 20-year tenure on the pit wall known for discovering champions like Vettel and Verstappen.
Ferrari is retaining Riccardo Adami as Lewis Hamilton's race engineer for 2026, despite past radio issues. Meanwhile, Audi's RS26 chassis will make its on-track debut with a shakedown run in Barcelona.
Two-time WRC champion Kalle Rovanperä is set to begin his single-seater career in the Formula Regional Oceania Championship. The series is a crucial preparation step for his full-time 2025 Super Formula campaign.
Lando Norris's 2025 title win over Max Verstappen will only fuel the Dutchman's motivation to reclaim his crown, setting up a fierce 2026 rivalry, according to Johnny Herbert.
Christian Horner's potential move to Alpine faces a delay, while the 2026 F1 season buzz grows with Audi's early track run, Aston Martin's Newey-designed car, and Lewis Hamilton planning a strategic reset.
Helmut Marko revealed Red Bull pursued Lando Norris, believing he was a "perfect fit" alongside Max Verstappen. The advisor also defended his ruthless approach to the team's driver program.
Ralf Schumacher defends his critical punditry style, acknowledging it creates distance with drivers but insisting it's his job to offer honest analysis.
As the F1 winter break nears its end, snow has blanketed key circuits including Imola, Zandvoort, and Montreal. Teams are now preparing for the imminent 2026 car launches and pre-season testing.
