Because a sample size of 1 is not representative, I decided to await the Japanese GP to write down my opinion regarding the 2026 F1 regulations the FIA delivered up. Regulations on which all and sundry have an opinion, not in the least the drivers themselves. I don’t necessarily want to join those that are…
The 2026 F1 Japanese GP turned into an impromptu testing session for Williams driver Alex Albon, after the 30-year-old, plagued by car issues, had no chance to score points. Williams started the 2026 F1 season on the back foot. Missing the Barcelona shakedown, bringing a car that is reportedly way above the weight limit, and…
The 2026 F1 Japanese GP was a home race for Aston Martin and their drivers Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll. Their Honda engine has been making headlines since the beginning of the season – but not good ones. But for their home race, the engine supplier promised more reliability. And they kept their promise: Fernando…
It’s no secret that the Cadillac F1 Team has experienced numerous trials and tribulations over the past three Grands Prix, but this past result proved to be their most promising performance yet. Sergio Pérez finished in P17 at the 2026 Japanese GP while his teammate, Valtteri Bottas, finished in P19, both positions which aren’t necessarily…
Carlos Sainz drove well as Williams’ sluggish start to the 2026 F1 season continued, as he started 16th and finished 15th at the Japanese GP. It was, for them, an uneventful race, but not one that translated into positions gained apart from pit stop sequences. Sainz’s high point was P12 before the safety car for…
Looking back at the 2026 Japanese GP, Racing Bulls F1 driver Arvid Lindblad reminisces on how his steady weekend took an unforeseen turn, all thanks to the safety car. The event began positively for the rookie; he was P10 on Saturday, outpacing teammate Liam Lawson who did have some bad luck in Q2, but more…
The Audi F1 Team missed out on points once again at the 2026 F1 Japanese GP; Gabriel Bortoleto finished P13, with his teammate Nico Hülkenberg in P11. Bad race start at the 2026 Japanese GP cost Audi points Both Audi drivers had poor race starts, causing them both to lose grid positions. The Brazilian fell…
The 2026 F1 Japanese GP gave Aston Martin and Honda their first completed race distance of the season. While it is not something to call out celebrations, it is still a small and necessary step forward. Both Honda and Aston Martin have acknowledged the progress made and shared their ambitions for the season. Honda could…
In the light of the recent sabotage claims that have gained traction on online platforms, the Alpine F1 team has come forward and clarified that both Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto have access to the same machinery and upgrades as they continue to fight for fourth place in the 2026 constructors’ championship. Since the beginning…
In his post-2026 F1 Japanese GP print media session, Aston Martin Chief Trackside Officer Mike Krack relayed how the team takes small steps towards improvement. Aston Martin had the toughest start to the 2026 F1 season among all teams. The Silverstone-based outfit barely participated in the Barcelona Shakedown and subsequent F1 pre-season testing in Bahrain….
