Formula 1’s new terminology explained: Overtake Mode, Boost, and how it affects 2026 racing
Formula 1’s biggest technical overhaul isn’t just reshaping the cars and the way drivers extract performance from them — it is also redefining the language of racing.
Sports ‘closely monitoring’ Middle East conflict
Formula One chiefs are among sports leaders “closely monitoring” the conflict in the Middle East ahead of the season’s opening grand prix in Australia next week and upcoming races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.
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.
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 2026 grid: From world champs to rookie stars
It’s a new season with two new teams but all familiar faces — here’s the Formula 1 driver line-ups for 2026.
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.
F1 monitoring Bahrain, Saudi GPs amid conflict
Formula 1 has said it is “closely monitoring” the situation in the Middle East ahead of upcoming races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.
2026 F1 rules: What’s new on the cars; how will changes affect the racing?
The new F1 season is upon is, and it’s a blank canvas in the paddock, where teams have been preparing for the new rulebook. So what has changed?
Horner on Red Bull exit: Verstappens not to blame
Christian Horner does not believe Max Verstappen or his father Jos had anything to do with his firing from Red Bull last year.
Busch settles lawsuit vs. life insurance company
Kyle and Samantha Busch reached an out-of-court settlement with Pacific Life Insurance Company after they had filed a lawsuit claiming they were misled into purchasing policies marketed as safe retirement plans.
