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.
Oz GP: Russell fastest by 0.6s in final practice
Oscar Piastri was over a second down on Russell’s time in fourth place, as Aston Martin’s troubles continued.
Aus GP: Piastri fastest in FP2 ahead of Mercedes
Max Verstappen suffered a pit-lane issue, while world champion Lando Norris finished seventh
Lewis Hamilton calls for Africa to be ‘taken back’
Lewis Hamilton has called for a movement to “take Africa back”, saying the continent is being “controlled” by European powers.
One reason to root for all 22 drivers on the 2026 F1 grid
On the eve of a new season, ESPN stops at every garage up and down pit lane with details on why you should be rooting for every driver on the F1 grid.
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.
Hamilton: Lost sight of who I was … but I’m back
Lewis Hamilton said there were points during his first season with Ferrari that he “lost sight” of who he was, but insisted fans will not see that version of him again.
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.
Bold predictions for F1 in 2026: Ferrari will end its title drought
Is 2026 lining up for Ferrari? Will Fernando Alonso hang around struggling Aston Martin? ESPN makes its boldest predictions for the new F1 season.
F1 boss hits back at drivers after rule criticism
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has hit back at drivers criticizing the sport’s new regulations.
