5 questions hanging over F1’s new regulations ahead of China
The debut of F1’s new regulations at the season opener in Australia raised questions, and ESPN answers the five biggest ahead of Sunday’s Chinese GP.
Lawson, Perez rekindle feud at Australian GP
A two-year-old rivalry between Liam Lawson and Sergio Perez was rekindled at the Australian Grand Prix after the pair found themselves fighting for position at the season opener.
Merc vs Ferrari in F1 2026? Russell: It’s close
F1’s new championship leader George Russell thinks Ferrari are right in the fight with Mercedes and might have won the Australian Grand Prix with a different strategy.
Norris: F1 drivers didn’t dream of racing these cars
Lando Norris has said it will no longer be possible to judge who Formula 1’s ballsiest racer is because the sport has created cars which need a style of racing “none of us grew up wanting to do.”
Hamilton excited to see Ferrari run ‘Macarena’ wing
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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.
Empathy is complicated in a selfish, results-based business like NASCAR
As soon as the green flag waves, drivers are all out for themselves, but are there instances when the stars of NASCAR feel empathy for their rivals?
Max ‘practicing F1 on Mario Kart,’ wants to stay
Max Verstappen has joked that he has turned to ‘Mario Kart’ for Formula 1 practice because of the contentious new cars.
How do F1 sprint races work? Format, qualifying and more
F1 sprints are in-season events that can earn extra points in the standings. Check out more information on how they work now.
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
