Willams’s James Vowles ahead of the 2026 F1 season
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Williams F1’s Vowles on 2026 compression ratio debate involving Mercedes

Williams F1 Team Principal James Vowles was not afraid to speak up on one of the most clamoured topics of the upcoming 2026 Formula 1 season: the compression ratio and the Mercedes power unit. An intriguing rumour about the former championship winning team Rumours about the German manufacturer toying with the grey areas of the…

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Toto Wolff outlines the impact of the FIA potentially implementing changes to compression ratio tests ahead of the 2026 F1 season.
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Wolff on potential changes to FIA compression ratio tests ahead of 2026 F1 season

During F1 Testing in Bahrain, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff commented on the FIA potentially implementing changes to the compression ratio tests ahead of the start of the 2026 F1 season, following competitors’ complaints. Recently, the Mercedes engine’s compression ratio has been a hot topic in pre-season discussions. The new 2026 F1 Regulations reduced the…

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As 2026 nears, McLaren's Zak Brown defends Mercedes’ PU amid compression ratio accusations, framing the dispute as standard F1 politics.
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McLaren backs Mercedes in F1 2026 PU dispute

As the 2026 season approaches, the F1 paddock has transitioned from a state of curiosity to one of intense political friction. Rival manufacturers are lobbying for an immediate rule change regarding power unit (PU) compression ratios after allegations of rule breaking. McLaren CEO Zak Brown has offered a firm defence of his team’s engine partner:…

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George Russell at the Formula 1 2026 Shakedown in Barcelona, Spain.
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Russell expects Verstappen to be in 2026 F1 title fight

Having finished the 2025 F1 championship in fourth place, George Russell expressed his optimism and excitement for the upcoming season after wrapping up the 2026 shakedown at Barcelona, Spain. Russell on challenging the main protagonists of recent F1 seasons During the 2025 season, many teams’ focus had already shifted to the new regulations coming. Rumours…

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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff urged rivals to focus on themselves while Christian Horner defended Red Bull amid F1 2026 engine legality row
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Wolff and Horner hit back over F1 2026 engine loophole accusations

Toto Wolff has urged competitors to concentrate on improving their own cars rather than questioning the legality of the Mercedes power unit, insisting the design complies fully with the regulations as debate continues over a contentious interpretation of the F1 2026 engine rules. Since late 2025, speculation has been swirling that at least two power…

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Mercedes' George Russell at Barcelona Shakedown 2026.
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Russell on F1 Barcelona shakedown, ready for “big” title fight in 2026

With the 2026 Barcelona Shakedown being done, many teams have impressed not only F1 observers but also drivers themselves—Mercedes’ George Russell was particularly intrigued by Aston Martin’s performance and design features, applauding Adrian Newey and his team. Barcelona Shakedown promised action Last week ten out of eleven teams were able to test their new cars,…

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Antonelli on the 2026 F1 season
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“Really looking forward to this season”: Antonelli prepares for F1 2026

Kimi Antonelli sets his sights on his second Formula 1 season in 2026 with the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team after an impressive, learning-heavy rookie campaign. The Italian driver placed 7th in the 2025 Drivers’ Standings with 150 points, making him the highest-placed rookie. His campaign includes 15 Grand Prix point finishes, three podiums, a maiden…

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