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Mercedes constructors' title is one result away in Brazil
Mercedes lead Ferrari by 126 points with four rounds left and can settle their first constructors' crown since 2021 at Interlagos on Sunday.
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WRC Rally 2026: Evans Takes Title, Results and 2027 Calendar
Elfyn Evans won the 2026 WRC title by five points after a Power Stage twist in Sardinia. Here are all 13 round winners and the new 15-round 2027 calendar.
Formula 1
F1 Calendar 2026: Final Seven Races and Start Times
Seven rounds remain on the F1 calendar 2026, from Singapore's night race to the Abu Dhabi finale on 6 December. Here is every start time in local and UTC.
Motorsport Week
F1 Rewind: The 1973 Francois Cevert Tragedy and Nigel Mansell's First Win in 1985
Formula 1 history marks two significant events that took place in 1973 and 1985 respectively. These include the fatal accident of Francois Cevert in the United States and Nigel Mansell's maiden Grand Prix victory in Britain.
Autosport
Russell to Face Singapore Grid Penalty Following Sepang Retirement
Mercedes driver George Russell will serve a 10-place grid penalty at the Singapore Grand Prix after an engine failure forced his retirement in Sepang. The penalty comes as a result of exceeding his allocated power unit limit for the 2026 season.
Motorsport Week
Mercedes makes engine penalty decision for George Russell at Singapore GP
Mercedes has decided to change George Russell's engine for the Singapore GP at the Marina Bay Circuit. The move forces the British driver to start from or near the back of the grid following a power unit failure in the previous race.
Automobile Club de l'Ouest
Le Mans Hypercar Explained: LMH vs LMDh and the 2026 Grid
Why Toyota, Ferrari, BMW and Cadillac can fight for the same Le Mans win with cars built to two rulebooks: LMH vs LMDh, Balance of Performance and the 2026 field.
Motorsport Week
Esteban Ocon Makes Hilarious 'Windows Restart' Comparison to F1 Glitch
Esteban Ocon humorously compared an FIA software glitch during the formation lap of the Bahrain Grand Prix to restarting a Windows computer. The issue caused delays at the wet Sepang circuit before the FIA issued a quick software update.
Motorsport Week
Esteban Ocon Compares Bizarre F1 Software Glitch to 'Windows Restart'
Esteban Ocon humorously compared fixing an FIA software glitch during the formation lap of the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia to restarting a Windows computer. The untested rain software parameters caused multiple cars to slow down or stop, leading to a 40-minute delay.
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Red Bull cautious on consistent F1 wins despite securing first victory of 2026
Red Bull Racing team principal Laurent Mekies highlighted the team's steady progress after securing its first 2026 F1 victory in Malaysia. However, he cautioned that matching Mercedes consistently for race wins across all circuits remains difficult.
Autosport
Six Champions Crowned and New Lap Records Set at Castle Combe
The Castle Combe Racing Club concluded its season at the Champions' Coronation meeting, crowning six champions and setting multiple lap records. Despite an early three-car crash, maintenance crews and organisers kept the event running on schedule.
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Alex Marquez Blames Himself After 'Unacceptable' Gear-Shifting Errors at Japanese GP
Gresini rider Alex Marquez left the Japanese Grand Prix empty-handed after accidentally upshifting into a corner, causing him to crash out. The Spaniard described the repeated gear-shifting mistake as unacceptable and expressed frustration with himself.
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Isack Hadjar Misses Out on Bahrain Podium Due to Battery Issues
Isack Hadjar missed out on a podium finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix after battery and grip issues left him unable to defend against Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc. The Red Bull driver finished fifth and stated that the team needs to fix the problems before the next race in Singapore.
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Max Verstappen Reflects on Father Jos's Reaction After Milestone Victory in Sepang
Max Verstappen reflected on his father Jos Verstappen's emotional reaction following his first victory of the 2026 season in Sepang. The result also marked the first win for Red Bull's power unit project.
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MotoGP Teams Face Lesson at Motegi After Overlooking Winning Hard Tyre Option
Teams and riders at the Japanese Grand Prix initially ignored Michelin's hard rear tyre option until tyre damage in the sprint race forced a mandatory change. The hard compound performed remarkably well in the main race, prompting reflections from both riders and Michelin management on their testing strategies.
Motorsport Week
Elfyn Evans Secures 2026 WRC Title After Dramatic Finish in Sardinia
Elfyn Evans and Scott Martin won the 2026 WRC titles following a dramatic season finale in Sardinia. Evans secured the championship by five points after title rival Oliver Solberg crashed just three corners from the finish line.
Autosport
FIA Software Bug Causes Chaos and Race Delay at F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia
An FIA software bug during wet conditions at the Bahrain GP in Malaysia caused multiple cars to lose power and led to a 40-minute race delay. The governing body quickly implemented an emergency update overriding energy restrictions to allow the race to restart.
Motorsport Week
Lewis Hamilton Secures Front Row Start After Last-Minute Ferrari Setup Change
Lewis Hamilton secured second place on the grid at the Sepang International Circuit following a crucial setup adjustment before qualifying. The result places Ferrari on the front row alongside pole-sitter Max Verstappen.
Autosport
Max Verstappen Takes Pole at 2026 Bahrain Grand Prix
Max Verstappen became the first non-Mercedes driver to secure pole position in 2026 at the Bahrain Grand Prix. Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton will join him on the front row for tomorrow's race.
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Max Verstappen Hopes to Avoid On-Track Battle with Valentino Rossi in Portimao GT3 Race
Four-time F1 champion Max Verstappen will compete alongside motorcycle legend Valentino Rossi at the GT World Challenge Europe Cup season finale in Portimao. Verstappen expressed his desire to meet Rossi off the track while aiming to stay ahead during the race.
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Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna Addresses Rumours and Confirms Faith in Fred Vasseur
Ferrari CEO Benedetto Vigna has emphasized the importance of verifying facts over believing rumours regarding the team and Team Principal Fred Vasseur. He confirmed Ferrari's commitment to stability and acknowledged that rivals have performed better on the track this season.
Motorsport Week
Fernando Alonso Calls Aston Martin's Sepang Qualifying Result a 'Miracle'
Aston Martin surprised many by getting both cars into Q2 at Sepang, with Fernando Alonso securing a season-best P12. However, Alonso played down the achievement, describing their ability to fight faster cars as a miracle.
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Max Verstappen Dismisses George Russell's F1 Cooling Vest Proposal
The debate over F1 cooling vests has resurfaced in Malaysia as George Russell called for extra FIA budget allowance for the system. Max Verstappen dismissed the idea, arguing that heat endurance is something drivers must physically train for.
Autosport
FIA Proposes Regulation Change to Differentiate Rally1 and Rally2 in WRC 2027
The FIA has proposed a turbo restrictor regulation change to ensure new Rally1 cars hold a power advantage over Rally2 vehicles. The proposal will be submitted for a vote at the FIA World Motor Sport Council meeting on 15 October.
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Marco Bezzecchi Baffled by Pace Drop in Japanese GP Sprint
Aprilia rider Marco Bezzecchi was left puzzled by a significant drop in pace during the Japanese Grand Prix sprint despite showing strong form in practice. Despite a calculated decision to run the medium rear tyre, the 27-year-old could only finish a distant sixth.
Autosport
Mercedes Struggles in Free Practice at the Bahrain Grand Prix
Tyre degradation was the main challenge during FP1 and FP2 as teams adapted to the abrasive surface. Despite bringing a major upgrade package, Mercedes placed in the midfield, while Red Bull's Max Verstappen topped FP1.
Motorsport Week
Mercedes Introduces Major W17 Upgrade Package at Sepang
Mercedes introduced an aggressive W17 upgrade package at the Sepang International Circuit to improve downforce efficiency. Several other teams including McLaren, Red Bull, Ferrari, Racing Bulls, Alpine, and Haas also brought specific technical updates for the race weekend.
Autosport
Tyre Degradation Challenges Force F1 Teams to Alter Practice Plans in Malaysia
Formula 1 teams adjusted their Friday practice run plans in Malaysia to prioritize race pace over qualifying simulations due to severe tyre degradation and rain risks. Pirelli expects a two- or three-stop race strategy as teams struggle to manage thermal degradation.
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Alex Quinn and CrowdStrike Racing Target LMP2 Championship Comeback at Petit Le Mans
Alex Quinn and the CrowdStrike Racing by APR squad enter the Motul Petit Le Mans trailing by four points in the LMP2 championship. Adopting an unpressured mindset, the team is fully focused on beating Inter Europol Competition in the finale.
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F1 in Malaysia: High Tyre Degradation Creates Major Challenge for Teams
Friday practice in Malaysia saw unusual run plans as teams prioritized managing severe tyre degradation over qualifying performance. The heavy focus on race pace leaves question marks for qualifying while opening up various strategic possibilities for Sunday's race.
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Sepang Tarmac Degradation Causes F1 Laps to Be 4.5 Seconds Slower Than Simulations
Friday practice at the Sepang circuit saw lap times up to 4.5 seconds slower than Pirelli's simulations due to a breaking track surface. While Pirelli confirmed the conditions pose no safety hazard, the low grip levels and high tyre wear are expected to impact race strategies.
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Lewis Hamilton Warned and Ferrari Fined Following Bahrain GP Practice Incident
Lewis Hamilton received a warning for impeding Gabriel Bortoleto during a practice session for the Bahrain GP in Malaysia. Ferrari was also fined €10,000 for failing to inform its driver of the approaching car.
Racing America Network
Young Drivers Lead TeamSLR Contingent at Laguna Seca Doubleheader
TeamSLR is competing in the CUBE 3 Architecture TA2 Series Western Championship doubleheader at Laguna Seca with four drivers behind the wheel of M1 Racecars Chevrolet Camaros. Young prospects Graham Jacobson and Turner Brown lead the effort alongside teammates Tim Carroll and Cole Moore.
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Sebastien Buemi Questions WEC Race Control Neutralisation Calls
Toyota driver Sebastien Buemi expressed concern over the predictability of race control neutralisation decisions in WEC. In response, the FIA maintained that all safety calls are strictly based on comprehensive data available to race control.
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Will Buxton Warns Ferrari Against Replacing Fred Vasseur With Christian Horner
F1 broadcaster Will Buxton warned Ferrari that replacing team principal Fred Vasseur with Christian Horner would be "absolutely ludicrous." His comments come amid intense paddock speculation surrounding the former Red Bull chief's future.
Motorsport Week
Audi Announces Plans to Build New F1 Campus in Hinwil
Audi has announced plans to build a brand-new campus at its Swiss base in Hinwil to support its long-term Formula 1 ambitions. The new facility is projected for completion in 2030, aligning with the sport's next regulations cycle.
Autosport
Lando Norris Explains Why He Publicly Apologized to Franco Colapinto After Baku Comments
Lando Norris issued a public apology to Franco Colapinto to help calm online backlash after calling for a race ban following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Despite admitting he went too far, Norris stated that the ordeal will not deter him from speaking his mind in the future.
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Lando Norris Explains Public Apology to Franco Colapinto and Addresses Online Abuse
Lando Norris has explained his public apology to Franco Colapinto following outburst after the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The McLaren driver also called for stronger action against online abuse after facing severe backlash.
Racing America Network
Turner Brown to Make CUBE 3 Architecture TA2 Series Western Championship Debut at Laguna Seca
Driver Turner Brown is set to make his Trans Am Series debut in the Western Championship event at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca. He will drive the No. 28 Chevrolet Camaro for TeamSLR during the doubleheader weekend.
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George Russell Warns of Tyre Overheating Concerns Ahead of Malaysian Grand Prix
Mercedes driver George Russell has warned that high temperatures at the Sepang International Circuit will cause severe tyre overheating during the Malaysian Grand Prix. McLaren's Oscar Piastri also expressed concerns over high tyre degradation on the track's abrasive surface.