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.
Australian Grand Prix 2026: Race start time, how to watch, full schedule, predictions
After all the talk, all the testing, it’s finally time for lift-off for Formula 1 2026 as a season full of opportunities gets started with the Australian Grand Prix.
The craziest F1 start ever? Why Australian Grand Prix might see chaos from the off
Grand prix starts have always held the potential for chaos, but this year there’s almost guaranteed drama when the lights go out in Australia on Sunday. ESPN explains why.
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.
George Russell leads Mercedes 1-2 in Aus GP
George Russell overcame a chaotic start to Formula One’s new era to win the season-opening Australian Grand Prix.
