Verstappen on new rules: ‘Can only take so much’
Max Verstappen remains unconvinced by Formula 1’s new regulations despite a gripping first race in which he rocketed from 20th on the grid to sixth at the finish
Newgarden takes IndyCar lead with Phoenix win
Josef Newgarden won Saturday at Phoenix Raceway, supplanting Alex Palou atop the IndyCar standings for the first time since June 2024.
F1’s new rules create ‘Mario Kart’ racing in Australia season opener
F1 preseason has been dominated by criticism of its new rules, and while Australia’s season opener boasted lots of passing, the critiques didn’t stop.
IndyCar 2026: Power’s reclamation, Schumacher’s rehabilitation, Palou’s quest for history
Will Power is in new surroundings, Mick Schumacher is stateside, and Álex Palou is chasing history. Here’s what to watch in IndyCar in 2026.
Leclerc denies Ferrari Aus GP strategy was costly
Charles Leclerc downplayed suggestions Ferrari’s strategy cost him victory at the opening round of the 2026 season in Australia
Russell wins Australian GP as Mercedes goes 1-2
Mercedes’ George Russell has won a thrilling season-opening Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, with teammate Kimi Antonelli following him home for the team’s 61st one-two result and first since 2024’s Las Vegas Grand Prix.
Leclerc: Strategy trumps bravery with new rules
Charles Leclerc believes strategy now outweighs bravery when executing overtaking moves under Formula 1’s new regulations this year.
Norris fears big accident for drivers, fans in F1
Lando Norris fears Formula One is on the brink of a “horrible” accident which could put both drivers and spectators at risk.
McLaren critical of lack of Merc engine information
McLaren has said the flow of information from its engine supplier Mercedes “hasn’t been as anticipated” under Formula 1’s new regulations and has left the team on the backfoot in trying to exploit the full potential of its power unit this year.
Dominant Russell wins in Aus as Merc dominate
George Russell overcame a chaotic start to Formula One’s new era to win the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.
