What the teams said – Qualifying in Spain
The drivers and teams report back on all the action from final practice and Qualifying from the Madring, for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix.
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What are the tyre strategy options for the Spanish Grand Prix?
Matt Youson takes a look at the different pit stop and tyre options that are available to the teams on race day at the all-new Madring circuit.
Spanish GP Bet Builder picks after Norris takes pole
We have picked a four-leg Bet Builder for the Madring, including a podium finish, points finish and Safety Car selections.
What To Watch For in the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring
Chris Medland picks out five key things to keep an eye on when the lights go out on race day at the all new circuit in Madrid.
Russell explains how tyre troubles ruined pole chance in Madrid
After showing early promise, George Russell was forced to settle for P6 in Qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix.
Verstappen explains focus for Spanish GP from P3
Max Verstappen will line up in P3 on the grid for the first Spanish Grand Prix to be held at the Madring.
Antonelli rues pole slipping away in ‘intense’ Qualifying
Kimi Antonelli has reflected on missing out to Lando Norris at the last moment in Qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix.
Sainz hit with grid penalty for Spanish GP
Carlos Sainz has been handed a grid penalty for the Spanish Grand Prix after a Qualifying infringement.
Hamilton reflects on missing pole for Spanish GP
Lewis Hamilton believes himself and Ferrari have "got to work harder" in order to increase performance, having missed out on pole position for this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix.
Why Norris’ ‘masterpiece’ Madrid pole lap was ‘almost unrepeatable’
Lando Norris clinched pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix with a stunning last-gasp effort in Qualifying.
F1 on US TV: How to watch the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend live and FREE
The 2026 F1 calendar moves on to the Spanish Grand Prix this weekend and US fans can watch all the action live with a FREE option as well.
Fernando Alonso takes jab at Ferrari over new Spanish Grand Prix track
Fernando Alonso has taken a sly pop at Ferrari's decision to hold a filming day at the Madring before the first ever F1 race at the brand new track.
Mercedes F1 boss reveals Spanish GP tyre concern: 'Our strategy chief said six stops'
Toto Wolff has admitted his Mercedes team were stunned at the levels of tyre degradation at the new F1 Spanish Grand Prix track in Madrid.
Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton face nightmare scenario again at Spanish Grand Prix
Ferrari would do anything to avoid the horror and embarrassment that the Italian Grand Prix gave them last Sunday. Seven days later it's staring them in the face again.
Leclerc says old Ferrari engine cost him in Madrid qualifying
Charles Leclerc reckons being without Ferrari’s latest ADUO 2 power unit specification was a key factor in him slipping down the order in qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix
Max Verstappen engineer holds F1 paddock meeting with McLaren boss
Max Verstappen's race engineer Gianpiero Lambiase has been spotted hanging out with his new employer at the Spanish Grand Prix this week.
Norris' real opportunity after coming from nowhere with 'masterpiece' lap
McLaren do not have the fastest car at the Spanish Grand Prix but with overtaking expected to be difficult, pole man Lando Norris has a chance of another win.
F1 drivers criticise Madrid circuit, Verstappen laughs: "I'll sort it out"
While the Formula 2 and Formula 3 races around the IFEMA complex in Madrid have produced several crashes, the chaos in Formula 1 has so far remained limited. Nevertheless, criticism from the drivers emerged after qualifying in the Spanish capital.Over a single flying lap, the circuit is considered…
F1 broadcaster apologises after Lando Norris' Spanish Grand Prix interview
David Coulthard was forced into an apology on live TV immediately after Spanish Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday.
Chaos conquered in Spanish GP qualifying
All of the indications were that qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix could be a long session but on Saturday at least, driving skills beat the odds.
How to follow Spanish Grand Prix on the BBC
All the key BBC coverage details for the Spanish Grand Prix, which takes place from 11-13 September at the new Madring circuit.
Winners and losers from Spanish GP F1 qualifying at the Madring
Fears of a Sunday procession mean it was ultra-important for F1 drivers to nail Spanish GP qualifying. Who maximised the opportunity?
F1: Chequered Flag
Harry Benjamin & Alice Powell review qualifying ahead of the Spanish GP.
F1 2026 Spanish GP starting grid after two penalties
The provisional starting grid for the F1 2026 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, after two grid penalties applied
Norris takes Madrid pole with 'gorgeous' lap
Lando Norris takes a superb pole position for McLaren at the Spanish Grand Prix, beating Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli and Red Bull's Max Verstappen.
How a ‘masterpiece’ F1 pole lap by Norris erased a troubled Friday in Madrid
“I had a good idea of what I wanted to do, but it was whether my brain let me do it on the last lap,” Norris said, “and everything pretty much worked perfectly.”
Max Verstappen delighted with Red Bull after superb Spanish Grand Prix qualifying
Max Verstappen was very pleased with his third-place finish in qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid.
Formula 1 drivers expect passing will be difficult in first race at Madring | Formula 1
Charles Leclerc predicts F1's first race at the Madring will be "all about tyre management" as overtaking will be difficult.
Winners and losers from MotoGP’s Misano sprint
Marc Marquez ran riot in the Misano MotoGP sprint - but who made up our winners and losers from the 13-lap dress rehearsal race?
F1 Qualifying Results: 2026 Spanish Grand Prix positions and times at Madring
Lando Norris took pole position for Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix with a brilliant late lap at the brand new Madring.
Sainz penalised, Antonelli, Russell, Leclerc and Bortoleto avoid grid drops for qualifying incidents | Formula 1
Carlos Sainz Jnr has been given a three-place grid drop for impeding a rival in qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix.
Norris snatches first Madring Spanish GP pole from Antonelli
Lando Norris recovered from a gearbox failure on Friday to deny F1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli pole for the Spanish GP at the Madring
Featured Comment: Ben Sulayem’s Alonso comments reflect badly on Formula 1 | Brief
Ben Sulayem's Alonso comments reflect badly on Formula 1
Norris narrowly edges Antonelli for Spanish GP pole
Just 0.011s separated the reigning F1 world champion and this year's championship leader in qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid.
Norris pips Antonelli by 0.011s for first Madring pole position
The first ever qualifying session at the Madring turned out to be a close event with standings changing throughout until Lando Norris secured pole position at the very end. To do so, he beat Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli by 0.011s as Verstappen secured third on tomorrow's starting grid.
Norris snatches first Madring pole position off Antonelli | 2026 Spanish Grand Prix qualifying report
Lando Norris snatched pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix off Andrea Kimi Antonelli while an error left George Russell sixth.
Spanish Grand Prix 2026 Madring F1 qualifying results
All the times from the first-ever F1 qualifying session at new Spanish GP host venue the Madring
F1 Spanish GP: Norris snatches last-gasp pole from Antonelli
Formula 1’s reigning world champion Lando Norris has claimed his third pole position of the 2026 season at the Spanish Grand Prix, beating series leader Kimi Antonelli at the debutant Madring circuit. With a last-ditch effort Norris took a mere 0.011s out of Antonelli's benchmark to hand Mercedes…
2026 Spanish Grand Prix grid | Formula 1
Lando Norris has taken provisional pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix for McLaren ahead of Andrea Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen.
Video: Title rivals collide at start of final FREC weekend | Brief
Title rivals collide at start of final FREC weekend
George Russell 'working on' answer to Kimi Antonelli pace as title slips away
George Russell has insisted he's made significant progress toward getting back on level terms with team-mate Kimi Antonelli, with the 20-year-old extending his championship lead last weekend at Monza.
What it's like watching an F1 crash unfolding in front of you
The Race was at the scene of the accident as Ollie Bearman crashed his Haas F1 car in Spanish GP FP3. Here's what Jon Noble made of it
Marquez outfoxes Bezzecchi to take crucial Misano sprint win
Defending MotoGP champion Marc Marquez defeated title rival Marco Bezzecchi to win the sprint race at Misano
Race director issued “formal request” for Hamilton to stop driving damaged car | Formula 1
Lewis Hamilton only parked his damaged Ferrari in practice after the team was ordered to stop him by race director Rui Marques.
F1 Results Today: Spanish Grand Prix final practice times and positions
Final practice for the Spanish Grand Prix saw another lengthy red flag period for a Lewis Hamilton crash, after Friday saw Arvid Lindblad's Racing Bulls in the barrier.
Ben Sulayem wants rules changes to make Alonso’s Aston Martin more competitive | Formula 1
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says he wants to help give Fernando Alonso a more competitive car.
Antonelli tops disrupted final practice in Madrid as Hamilton crashes
Andrea Kimi Antonelli continued Mercedes’ impressive start to the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix weekend in Madrid by setting the fastest time in a heavily disrupted final practice session.
Hamilton, Bearman crash in final Madrid F1 practice
Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli headed a final Spanish Grand Prix practice session at the Madring featuring two red flags, including one for a Lewis Hamilton crash at the final corner
F1 Spanish GP: Antonelli tops FP3 after Hamilton and Bearman cause red flags
Formula 1 championship leader Kimi Antonelli will head into qualifying at the Spanish Grand Prix’s challenging Madring circuit with the fastest time - following a final practice session marred by two crashes. The Mercedes driver fended off advances by Ferrari's Charles Leclerc to reclaim top spot…
Antonelli tops crash-strewn final Madrid practice
Kimi Antonelli beat Charles Leclerc to the top spot in the final practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix as Lewis Hamilton, Alex Albon, and Oliver Bearman all crashed out.
How F1 2026 team-mates are comparing in qualifying
The 2026 Formula 1 season will allow each driver to compare themselves to their team-mate in full qualifying trim up to 30 times
F1 Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring: Practice results
Kimi Antonelli led Charles Leclerc to end Formula 1 practice at the new Madring circuit on top - as both Lewis Hamilton and Ollie Bearman crashed
Antonelli quickest in final practice after Hamilton and Bearman crash | Formula 1
Final practice for the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring did not finish on time after the session was stopped for barrier repairs.
New Misano lap record from Bezzecchi as he beats Marquez to pole
MotoGP title hopeful Marco Bezzecchi dominated San Marino GP qualifying at Misano, seeing off his main rival this weekend Marc Marquez
F1's TV visuals are letting its Madrid track down
F1's newest track Madring looks truly impressive on-site - but bland on TV
F1 teams face big Madring strategy dilemma
High tyre degradation and a big pitstop time cost will make Madring strategy a huge headache for F1 teams
“Extremely challenging”, “crazy fast”: F1 drivers’ first impressions of the Madring | Formula 1
Formula 1 drivers gave a positive initial verdict on the Madring after their first practice sessions on the new track yesterday.
Ferrari show strong pace but struggle with balance in Madrid practice
Ferrari enjoyed a promising opening day at the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at Madrid’s new Madring, with Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton both featuring near the front of the field in both practice sessions. However, the SF-26 still showed some weaknesses, particularly when the drivers pushed…
Antonelli and Russell offer their initial verdicts after setting the benchmark on the opening ...
Mercedes enjoyed an encouraging opening day at the Madring, with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli topping the two Friday practice sessions ahead of the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid.
Aston Martin face disrupted Friday as Alonso and Stroll struggle for pace in Madrid
Aston Martin endured a difficult opening day at the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring, with Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll struggling for outright pace while both drivers also suffered interruptions to their running.
Williams struggle for pace and tyre management in Madrid
Williams endured a difficult opening day at the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, with both drivers struggling for outright pace and the team encountering higher-than-expected tyre degradation at the new Madring circuit.
Red Bull make steady start in Madrid but Verstappen admits more pace is needed
Red Bull Racing made a solid but unspectacular start to the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix weekend at the Madring, with Max Verstappen finishing sixth in FP2 and Liam Lawson ending both Friday sessions in 10th position.
What led to McLaren's disrupted Friday in Madrid?
McLaren endured a frustrating opening day at the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, with Lando Norris losing almost the entire second practice session to a gearbox problem while team-mate Oscar Piastri struggled to match the pace of Mercedes and Ferrari.
The surprise plan to keep Alonso in F1
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is working on a fresh rules concession plan to help accelerate Honda’s progress and keep Fernando Alonso in F1
Will fortune favor the bold on Madrid’s high-risk F1 street circuit?
Risk vs reward calculations look complicated at the new Spanish Grand Prix venue and drivers have taken a cautious approach to solving them...so far.
New Madrid circuit very high risk, says Russell
George Russell says the new Madrid circuit is "very high risk" after Arvid Lindblad crashes in Friday practice at the Spanish Grand Prix.
Pace eases pain of Madrid crash in practice for Lindblad: ‘We were P4 on merit’
Arvid Lindblad is focusing on the strong pace he showed in second practice for the Spanish GP on Madrid's street circuit, rather than the crash that ended his day.
From "very high risk" to the "best race in Europe" - F1 drivers share first Madring impressions
The Spanish Grand Prix's Madring circuit has received a thumbs-up from several leading Formula 1 drivers as they praised its high-commitment layout, although not everyone is as impressed. Having sampled the 5.4km circuit on the simulator, drivers were bracing for one of the most challenging…
Norris on the back foot after gearbox issue limits Madring track time
Lando Norris says his lack of running in FP2 has left him “clearly on the back foot” at the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, as he missed out on track time at a brand-new new venue.The defending champion was sixth fastest in the opening practice session but over 0.8s off...
FP2: Antonelli leads Ferrari duo in interrupted second practice in Madrid
Kimi Antonelli continued Mercedes’ strong start to the inaugural Madrid Formula 1 weekend by setting the fastest time in the second free practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix. F1Technical's senior writer Balazs Szabo reports from Madring.
Alonso cannot leave F1 while uncompetitive - FIA boss
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says it would be "not acceptable" for Fernando Alonso to leave F1 while he is in an uncompetitive position.
F1 Spanish GP: Antonelli leads tricky second practice as Lindblad crashes
Kimi Antonelli has topped second practice at Formula 1's Spanish Grand Prix, pipping Ferrari's Charles Leclerc on Friday afternoon at the new Madring circuit, while Arvid Lindblad crashed. Antonelli set the fastest lap around the halfway mark in the second one-hour session as drivers and teams kept…
Antonelli to the top, Lindblad stars but shunts in second Spanish GP practice
Kimi Antonelli topped FP2 in Madrid after Arvid Lindblad caused the new street circuit’s first Formula 1 red flag with a heavy crash at Turn 13 while trying to improve on his impressive fourth-place showing.
Antonelli leads Ferrari pair in second practice as Lindblad crashes | Formula 1
Andrea Kimi Antonelli kept Mercedes ahead in the second practice session. Arvid Lindblad took a strong fourth but crashed.
Andrew Benson Q&A: Send us your questions
Our F1 correspondent Andrew Benson is doing a weekly Q&A this season, so get your questions in now.
Why Leclerc isn't using latest Ferrari ADUO2 engine in the Spanish GP
Charles Leclerc is still feeling the pain of smiting the wall at the exit of the Parabolica in last weekend's Italian Grand Prix, and the result of the crash is that he will not be able to use Ferrari's latest Formula 1 engine spec during the Spanish GP. It's understood Ferrari engineers deemed the…
Fresh F1 tech approaches tuned for Madrid’s street circuit
The top four teams have opted to bring developments to the first Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring circuit in Madrid.
First pictures: Formula 1 cars in action at the new Madring | Formula 1
Formula 1 drivers had their first taste of the new Madring when practice for the Spanish Grand Prix began today.
FP1:Russell leads Mercedes 1-2 in first-ever Madrid F1 practice
George Russell set the pace in the opening Formula 1 practice session at the new Madring circuit in Madrid, leading Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli to a convincing one-two as the Spanish Grand Prix weekend got underway.
F1: Chequered Flag
Max Verstappen sits down with Andrew Benson for an exclusive interview.
Russell leads Mercedes one-two in trouble-free opening session at Madring | Formula 1
George Russell was quickest for Mercedes as the new Madring circuit held its first official Formula 1 practice session.
Russell leads opening practice on F1’s new Madrid circuit
George Russell led the first Formula 1 practice session at Spain’s new Madring temporary circuit in Madrid ahead of Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli.
F1 Spanish GP: Mercedes tops FP1 with Russell fastest at Madring
Mercedes’ George Russell was fastest in the first-ever Formula 1 session at the brand-new Madring track – first practice for the Spanish Grand Prix. Twenty out of 22 cars took to the brand-new track within the first 100 seconds of the session, with Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto emerging some…
Russell confirms Mercedes will introduce an upgraded power unit in 2026
Ahead of this weekend's inaugural race at the brand-new Madring circuit, Mercedes driver George Russell disclosed that the Bracklet-based outfit is planning to introduce an upgraded power unit in the last segment of the season.
What's behind Alonso's cryptic comments about his F1 future?
Every Thursday, the media day in the paddock begins with a roundtable session with Mike Krack and Honda's chief engineer Shintaro Orihara. Besides the usual questions about power unit driveability and potential upgrades, one topic returns every race weekend: when can we expect an announcement about…
Russell set to take F1 engine penalty after Mercedes introduces power unit upgrade
George Russell says he will take an engine penalty when Mercedes introduces its upgraded Formula 1 power unit. Both Mercedes drivers have exceeded or are expected to exceed their power unit allowance for the 2026 season. Kimi Antonelli did so last weekend in Monza, where he took a back-of-the-grid…
Alonso holding out for better regulations
The two-time World Champion is yet to commit to a new Aston Martin contract. The post Alonso holding out for better regulations appeared first on Kym Illman.
Video: First onboard lap of Formula 1’s tight, slow new Madring circuit | Brief
First onboard lap of Formula 1's tight, twisty new Madring circuit
Ferrari admits Monza engine upgrade was not enough to close Mercedes power deficit
Ferrari has acknowledged that its latest power unit upgrade was not enough to eliminate the performance deficit to Mercedes, with Lewis Hamilton describing the Silver Arrows' straight-line performance at Monza as "mind-blowing".
Pirelli reveals why it began its Madring preparation three years ago
Formula 1 will break new ground next weekend when the Spanish Grand Prix takes place at the brand-new Madring circuit in Madrid, with the 5.416-kilometre venue presenting teams and drivers with one of the most technically demanding challenges of the season.
On This Day: Antonelli starts his first car race, Bearman wins | Brief
Antonelli starts first car race, Bearman wins (and gets hit by sign)
The unique technical challenges that are awaiting F1 teams in Madrid
Formula 1 heads to Madrid this weekend for the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the brand-new Madring, presenting teams with one of the most significant technical challenges of the 2026 season.
Williams unveils special FW07C-inspired livery for Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid
Williams F1 Team has unveiled a special one-off livery for this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, drawing inspiration from the championship-winning FW07C that raced at Jarama when Formula 1 last competed in the Spanish capital in 1981.
Leclerc admits he should not have ‘put Lewis in a difficult situation’ in Monza lap one clash | Formula 1
Charles Leclerc has admitted he was at fault for forcing his team mate Lewis Hamilton off on the first lap of the Italian Grand Prix.
Hamilton and Leclerc 'squash' Monza controversy
Lewis Hamilton says he and Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc have "squashed" any controversy between them from the Italian Grand Prix.
Hamilton: I don’t want preferential treatment from Ferrari
Lewis Hamilton says preferential treatment over team-mate Charles Leclerc is not what he’s been asking Ferrari for, despite his position as a potential Formula 1 title contender in 2026. Leclerc’s retirement from the Italian Grand Prix means he’s now 112 points adrift of championship leader Kimi…
What the drivers think of the "crazy" Madrid F1 circuit
"I'll put my money on a red flag, that's for sure," said Pierre Gasly when asked what he thought of Formula 1's new Madring street circuit. Risk and difficulty level have been the common denominators in conversation with drivers about the Spanish Grand Prix track and its layout. Well perhaps not…
First pictures of the Madring, Spain’s new Formula 1 circuit | Formula 1
Formula 1 drivers had their first look at the completed Madring today ahead of the start of practice for the Spanish Grand Prix tomorrow.
Leclerc accepts blame for Italian GP clash with Hamilton: "I went too far"
Charles Leclerc admitted that he went "too far" when battling against Lewis Hamilton in the opening chicane of Formula 1's Italian Grand Prix, and said he and Hamilton have since buried the hatchet over the incident. Leclerc and Hamilton had been side by side through the opening chicane, but the…
Vasseur rejects Ferrari internal crisis claims as he defends team
Fred Vasseur does not deny that there were things to clear up between Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton at Monza and the Ferrari team principal has spoken to both drivers after the Italian Grand Prix, addressing what happened on track as well as some of the comments made. What Vasseur does reject,…
Audi’s appeal for Tsunoda penalty is “straightforward”, says Bortoleto | Formula 1
Audi is appealing the stewards' decision not to penalise Yuki Tsunoda because "what's right is right", says Gabriel Bortoleto.
‘In Monza I did two or three unwanted overtakes’ – Alonso | Formula 1
Despite rules tweaks, Formula 1 drivers still have so little control over their power units they are forced to overtake rivals when they don't want to.
McLaren drops H-wing concept for F1 Spanish GP
McLaren is parking its H-wing concept for this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, with its version of the rotating Formula 1 rear wing set to return in Baku. The Woking-based team had been working on its own interpretation of the rear wing, which rotates 180 degrees between Corner Mode and…
Audi commits to appeal against Tsunoda's Italian GP result
The Audi Formula 1 team will follow through with its intention to appeal Yuki Tsunoda's lack of penalty for causing an extra formation lap in the Italian Grand Prix, Autosport understands. Tsunoda caused an extra formation lap at the restart of the Monza race as race director Rui Marques was not…
Verstappen points to Lawson and Tsunoda as proof F1 2026 is too easy
Max Verstappen believes Formula 1’s new power units have taken so much away from the driving challenge that performing to a high level has become somewhat effortless. Verstappen has been perhaps the most vocal critic of F1’s new machinery, which he described as “Formula E on steroids” early on, due…
FIA accused of setting “dangerous precedent” over Russia’s war in Ukraine | Formula 1
The Ukraine Automobile Federation claims the FIA has allowed Russia's federation to open offices in its territory.
On this day: Schumacher announces F1 retirement at Monza
10 September 2006 was one of the more consequential days in Formula 1 history, as title contender and seven-time world champion Michael Schumacher announced his retirement. The Ferrari hero did so moments after the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Pole position had eluded the Ferrari hero by just…
'It started as a joke, a fantasy' - F1 heads to football-obsessed Madrid
After F1’s explosion in popularity away from its European heartland the sport is coming home. Why Madrid? Because it is beautiful… and has a very big expo centre on the outskirts.
Unravel the secrets of a priceless piece of British history
The blockbuster exhibition - with a stellar cast of experts telling the Tapestry's story
Will the Madrid F1 Track Be Ready in Time?
The first Formula 1 race at Madrid’s new Madring circuit is almost here, yet the venue remains very much a construction site. Having walked the circuit, pit lane, paddock and... The post Will the Madrid F1 Track Be Ready in Time? appeared first on Kym Illman.
What Jacques Villeneueve really learned from Gilles: “I can do this, you can’t”
When stars die young, they inevitably become trapped in the popular consciousness in a state of eternal youth, embodying romanticised notions of heroic nobility and sacrifice. For motor racing fans, Gilles Villeneuve’s spectacular and aggressive style came to represent the epitome of what a racing…
Kimi Raikkonen's son Robin, 11, signs for Red Bull
Robin Raikkonen, the 11-year-old son of former Formula 1 world champion Kimi Raikkonen, signs for Red Bull's driver development programme.
Ukraine federation calls for Russian sanctions by FIA
Ukraine's national motorsport authority calls on FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem to impose sanctions on its Russian counterpart for opening offices in occupied parts of Ukraine.
What to expect with Madrid set to make F1 return
Madrid's 10-year tenure of the Spanish Grand Prix, taking over the moniker from the now biennial Barcelona race, is Formula 1's latest effort to bring its series to urban population centres. It does so for 57 laps on a two-headed monster of a circuit that will take drivers and teams some time to…
McLaren talks, 'numb' cars and being 'captain of the ship' - Verstappen Q&A
In an exclusive interview with BBC Sport, Max Verstappen talks about his new contract at Red Bull and much more.
Shoes of the Paddock
There was no shortage of interesting footwear making its way through the Monza paddock over the Italian Grand Prix weekend. From luxury Louis Vuitton sneakers to colourful collaborations and some... The post Shoes of the Paddock appeared first on Kym Illman.
Handbags of the Paddock
The Monza paddock featured plenty of standout handbags over the Italian Grand Prix weekend. From iconic Italian fashion houses and luxury classics to some far more unusual designs, here are... The post Handbags of the Paddock appeared first on Kym Illman.
Why Wolff compared Antonelli to an “AI agent" after Italian GP win
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff admits that even he has been surprised by the rapid growth shown by Kimi Antonelli over the course of the 2026 Formula 1 season, likening him to an "AI agent" that is always improving. The 20-year-old Italian is in just his second F1 season after being fast-tracked to the…
Red Bull on rails
Red Bull has celebrated the return of the Spanish Grand Prix to Madrid in 45 years, putting its double-title-winning RB8 on the tracks of Madrid’s Metro. The stunt, in partnership... The post Red Bull on rails appeared first on Kym Illman.
Russell hindered or just Antonelli brilliance? - F1 Q&A
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions after the Italian Grand Prix.
People of the Paddock
The Italian Grand Prix brought an interesting mix of familiar faces and special guests to the Monza paddock. From Formula 1 personalities and broadcasters to athletes, content creators, and drivers’... The post People of the Paddock appeared first on Kym Illman.
Watches of the Paddock
The Monza paddock featured plenty of impressive watches over the Italian Grand Prix weekend, including several with strong connections to Italy and Formula 1. From quirky local designs to luxury... The post Watches of the Paddock appeared first on Kym Illman.
Gasly’s cheeky Monza self-promotion
The Frenchman saw the opportunity to plug his own brand. The post Gasly’s cheeky Monza self-promotion appeared first on Kym Illman.
Hadjar out for Madrid
The team says he will be at the track supporting the team. The post Hadjar out for Madrid appeared first on Kym Illman.
Ecclestone’s shotgun headache
He was stopped by Portuguese authorities with an undocumented gun. The post Ecclestone’s shotgun headache appeared first on Kym Illman.
Ecclestone stopped by police for taking shotgun into Portugal
Former Formula 1 boss Bernie Ecclestone says he was stopped by officials at an airport in Portugal after arriving with a shotgun he intended to use in a clay pigeon shooting competition.
Wrist injury to keep Hadjar out of Spanish GP
Red Bull will be without Isack Hadjar at this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix as he continues to recover from a wrist injury.
Hadjar to miss third F1 race due to injury
Isack Hadjar requires more time to recover from his wrist injury, which will see the Frenchman sit out his third consecutive grand prix at this weekend's Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid. Liam Lawson will return to the RB22 to partner Max Verstappen, while Yuki Tsunoda gets another race with…
How Monza introduced oval-like slipstream racing to F1
There have been several examples of Formula 1 2026's regulations radically changing the style of racing at some of the 24 circuits on the calendar, but Monza's slipstream festival was the most dramatic example yet. A brand-new term coined to describe this year's spectacle is the so-called yo-yo…
What doesn't make sense about Hamilton and Leclerc's Italian GP clash
There is nothing particularly new in the way Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton conducted themselves on and off the track on Sunday, either in the history of Formula 1 or motorsport more generally. Clashes between team-mates have, in some cases, reached levels of tension that make what happened…
WEC: Ferrari triumphs in Texan thriller as Toyota suffers late heartbreak
Sport news Antonio Fuoco, Nicklas Nielsen and Miguel Molina, sharing the #50 Ferrari entry, claimed their first victory of the 2026 campaign after a dramatic finale that saw Nyck de Vries, at the wheel of the #7 Toyota, suffer a suspected hydraulic issue while comfortably leading the race with just…
Is Antonelli a generational talent?
On The Chequered Flag Podcast, F1 journalist Rebecca Clancy and British racing driver Alex Lynn debate whether Kimi Antonelli is a generational talent, after the Mercedes prodigy became the first Italian to win on home soil since 1966 at the Italian Grand Prix at Monza.
Hamilton says Ferrari has left it "too late" to back him in F1 title fight
The Italian Grand Prix is probably the worst venue for a spat to brew up between team-mates but that is what happened at Monza as Lewis Hamilton finished a distant sixth after Charles Leclerc barged him into the gravel on the opening lap. Leclerc then spun off into the Parabolica barrier at high…
The Chequered Flag Podcast
Harry Benjamin, Alex Lynn and Rebecca Clancy look back on a dramatic Italian Grand Prix
Audi signals appeal over Tsunoda’s Italian GP non-penalty
The Audi Formula 1 team has notified the FIA of its intention to appeal against Yuki Tsunoda's non-penalty in the Italian Grand Prix. Amid confusion over where he was supposed to line up on a lap 6 restart, Tsunoda parked in his correct 14th grid slot, but at an angle towards the inside wall. Race…
Antonelli 'walks over water' for win that will go down in F1 folklore
Kimi Antonelli delivered one of the great F1 drives to win the Italian Grand Prix and leave Mercedes' team-mate George Russell's title hopes almost a lost cause.
Antonelli takes stunning Monza win from 19th on grid
Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli takes a breathtaking victory in an incident-packed Italian Grand Prix from 19th place on the grid.
Far too late for title fight priority - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says it is "far too late" for Ferrari to give him priority over team-mate Charles Leclerc in the championship fight.
Antonelli extraordinary as Gasly has superb weekend - driver ratings
BBC Radio 5 Live F1 commentator Harry Benjamin rates how the drivers performed during the Italian Grand Prix.
Why Mercedes didn't pit Russell under virtual safety car in Italian GP
Kimi Antonelli's sensational win from the back of the grid in the Italian Grand Prix was thanks to a great drive, but perhaps also a little help from strategy and a timely virtual safety car. The Italian was the only Mercedes driver to make a pitstop during the race - and ultimately defeated his…
After Antonelli’s Italian GP win, is the F1 title fight over? Our writers have their say
Kimi Antonelli’s Italian Grand Prix win from 19th on the grid was a statement performance and extends his lead in the Formula 1 world championship to 66 points. With a maximum of 10 rounds left – subject to the Qatar and Abu Dhabi GPs and the situation in the Middle East – the Italian driver is in…
F1 Italian GP: Antonelli stuns from 19th on the grid to win home race
Formula 1 world championship leader Kimi Antonelli has taken a sensational home win at the Italian Grand Prix, coming from 19th on the grid to defeat Mercedes team-mate George Russell. In an action-packed display of battery-led yo-yo racing, Antonelli overcame a grid penalty and a mid-race pitstop…
Leclerc needs further health checks after heavy Italian GP crash
Charles Leclerc says he needs “a few additional checks” following his Italian Grand Prix crash, in order to make sure he’ll be fit next weekend for Formula 1’s Madrid round. Leclerc lost control of his Ferrari SF-26 at high speed in the Parabolica at the end of lap two and suffered a hefty impact…
Huge crash knocks Leclerc out of F1 Italian GP
Ferrari Formula 1 driver Charles Leclerc crashed out of the Italian Grand Prix, bringing out the red flag after two racing laps at Monza. At the end of the second lap, Leclerc was defending fourth position from McLaren's Oscar Piastri when the Ferrari driver suffered a snap of oversteer and lost…
Alpine brings back folding rear wing at Italian GP as Gasly grabs pole
There are magical days, but there are also special places. Monza is one of them for Pierre Gasly. Six years after his triumph with AlphaTauri, in what was one of the most unpredictable Formula 1 races ever, the Frenchman took the first pole position of his career in the most unexpected way…
"We don't need to be respectful" - Alpine bullish about Italian GP win after Gasly’s shock pole
Going into the Italian Grand Prix, of all the storylines and narratives being composed, absolutely none of them involved Pierre Gasly and Alpine. That’s not dismissive of the French driver or the Enstone team, but Ferrari competing on home soil with a decent chance of victory and an Italian in Kimi…
WEC: Giovinazzi takes Texas pole in closest-ever qualifying
Sport news When Giovinazzi displaced Cadillac Hertz Team JOTA’s Jack Aitken to vault to the head of the order behind the wheel of the #51 car he shares with fellow defending world champions James Calado and Alessandro Pier Guidi, the job looked to be done – but Aitken was not yet finished. Digging…
From chess to battle for pole, Gasly has Russell covered at Monza
Pierre Gasly delivered the biggest surprise pole position in F1 for years in Italy as the leading contenders had scrappy qualifying sessions.
How Piastri's Q3 mistake denied Norris "half a second" in Italian GP qualifying
Lando Norris believes he could have set a quicker lap in Monza qualifying had his team-mate Oscar Piastri not made a mistake in the closing moments of Italian Grand Prix qualifying, which may effectively have cost the defending Formula 1 world champion a few positions on the grid. Norris was ninth…
Verstappen's "Red Bull car made out of paper" comment explained
After Friday practice and experiencing a ‘disconnect’ in the car balance, Max Verstappen already knew that Formula 1 qualifying at Monza would be difficult, and that proved to be the case a day later. The Red Bull driver set the sixth-fastest time on Saturday, almost three tenths behind surprise…
Piastri hit with three-place Italian GP grid penalty for impeding Lawson
Oscar Piastri has been handed a three-place grid penalty for the Italian Grand Prix after impeding Liam Lawson during qualifying at Monza. The penalty drops the McLaren driver from third to sixth on the grid for Sunday's race, promoting Charles Leclerc, Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen by one…
F1 Italian GP: Gasly takes stunning maiden pole for Alpine
On the scene of his maiden grand prix win, Alpine driver Pierre Gasly has written another chapter in his Formula 1 career by claiming his first-ever pole position for the Italian Grand Prix. In a thrilling Q3 shootout, Gasly trumped pre-session favourite George Russell by a mere 0.060s to deny the…
F1 Italian GP: Russell fastest from Hamilton and Verstappen in final practice
Mercedes driver George Russell has beaten Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton to top spot in Formula 1's final practice session at the Italian Grand Prix. Russell comfortably held off the seven-time world champion on a toasty Monza circuit, with Max Verstappen and championship leader Kimi Antonelli third and…
Antonelli 'disrupting rules of fandom' in Ferrari's Italy
BBC Sport heads to Monza to find out if Italians want Kimi Antonelli to win the F1 title or if it is all about Ferrari.
FIA appeal court refutes Briatore impartiality claim
The FIA court of appeal refutes a claim by Alpine boss Flavio Briatore which it says "question the independence and impartiality of the judges".
ICA Statement regarding ICA Case ICA-2026-06-07-08-09
Sport news The FIA Courts are aware of public comments questioning the independence and impartiality of the judges of the panel that decided Case ICA-2026-06-07-08-09. The FIA Courts wish to make clear that the appointment and participation of the judges in that case, like for any other case, were…
Why Leclerc is likely to tow Hamilton in Italian GP qualifying
Charles Leclerc is expecting to give Ferrari team-mate Lewis Hamilton a tow in Italian Grand Prix qualifying, with Kimi Antonelli ready to help Formula 1 title rival George Russell at Mercedes. Slipstreaming has always been paramount at Monza’s ‘Temple of Speed’ when it comes to single-lap…
Ferrari still behind Mercedes on straights - Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton says Ferrari's new engine is "an improvement" but that his team are still lagging behind Mercedes on the straights at the Italian Grand Prix.
Gasly loses Monaco podium after McLaren and Red Bull win appeals
McLaren and Red Bull win their appeals against the result of the Monaco Grand Prix after a controversy over multiple incorrect pit-lane speeding penalties.
F1 Italian GP: Russell beats Leclerc to top second practice
George Russell has topped second practice at Formula 1's Italian Grand Prix, nudging Ferrari's Charles Leclerc off the top of the timesheets. Russell set a 1m22.559s lap in the second half of the session as part of a mid-session shootout between the Briton, Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Russell's…
FIA wrong to lift Russia ban - Ukraine minister
The FIA was wrong to lift the ban on Russian competitors because nothing has changed since it was imposed, the Ukrainian Minister for Youth and Sport says.
Briatore questions Monaco GP appeal integrity in explosive Italian GP press conference
Alpine Formula 1 boss Flavio Briatore has questioned the fairness of the appeal procedure against the Monaco Grand Prix results, claiming one judge has a close relationship with McLaren. Pierre Gasly was one of several drivers penalised in Monaco for exceeding the pitlane speed limit, which was…
Why Norris wanted to set up his own single-seater race team
Lando Norris says he hopes establishing his own junior team and driver programme can help guide underfunded talent all the way to the Formula 1. On Wednesday Norris announced two separate projects; a single-seater race team called LN4 Fusion and the LN4 Legacy programme which aims to support a…
F1 Italian GP: Leclerc heads Ferrari 1-2 in opening practice
Charles Leclerc led a Ferrari 1-2 to set the fastest time in first free practice at Formula 1's Italian Grand Prix. Leclerc's time of 1m23.008s, set on medium tyres, was quick enough to pip team-mate Lewis Hamilton on a hot summer afternoon at the historic Monza circuit. Leclerc set his time…
Gasly loses Monaco GP podium as penalties reinstated following McLaren and Red Bull appeal
Alpine Formula 1 driver Pierre Gasly has lost his Monaco Grand Prix podium finish after all, as his penalties for pitlane speeding stand, the FIA’s International Court of Appeal (ICA) has ruled. Gasly was one of several drivers who were pinged for pitlane speeding during the race in the…
ICA decision-2026-06-07-08-09 – Hearing 25 08 26 – McLaren and Red Bull - 2026 FIA Formula One World Championship
Sport news Hearing Case ICA-2026-06-07-08-09: Appeals lodged by McLaren Racing Limited and Red Bull Racing Limited against Decisions No. 1 and No. 2 dated 12 June 2026 contained in Document 99 of the Stewards of the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix, counting towards the 2026 FIA Formula One World…
Domenicali on shortening races, sprints and F1’s future
Formula 1 does not want to stop and contemplate the numbers of a particularly positive historical phase. This is the message Stefano Domenicali wanted to reiterate at Monza, ranging from the technical future of the championship to the evolution of the calendar, via the relationship with…
F1 races set to be shortened to 290km in 2027
Formula 1 grands prix are set to become shorter in 2027 as the series changes the balance between electrical and internal-combustion power. This has been a possibility since changes to the technical formula were discussed by the stakeholders earlier this season, but at that stage it was believed…
Why Monza, F1's "Temple of Speed", could be slower than the Hungaroring
You cannot walk more than a few steps around the Formula 1 paddock at Monza without seeing a sign reminding you that this is the fabled "Temple of Speed". Less so in 2026, it seems. Conversation ahead of the Italian Grand Prix weekend has been dominated by intrigue over how the racing will pan out…
"Gentle with the throttle pedal" – Verstappen mentally prepared for painful Monza weekend
During Formula 1’s media day in Monza, one topic dominated all conversations with the drivers: energy management. After two energy-rich circuits in Budapest and Zandvoort, this promises to be another race weekend in which the weaknesses of the current regulations will be fully exposed. Top speeds…
Alonso on his F1 future: "It is more about the regulations"
Fernando Alonso insisted that his points finish at the Dutch Grand Prix is not enough to keep him in Formula 1, arguing it is more about tweaks to the regulations. The 45-year-old’s contract with Aston Martin expires at the end of the 2026 season so questions surrounding his future have been a…
What drivers expect from F1's low-battery racing at Monza
Monza's high-speed 5.5km layout has always been seen as the ultimate test of speed and horsepower in Formula 1, with a throwback layout that hasn't undergone too many dramatic changes over the last 50 years. In 2026, though? It's complicated. Long straights and high-speed circuits have had a…
Heat hazard declared for Italian GP
Formula 1's governing body the FIA has declared a heat hazard for this weekend's Italian Grand Prix, forcing drivers to either wear cooling vests or attach ballast to their cars. Temperatures across Italy have soared once again in recent days, with a sixth heatwave of the summer affecting the…
WEC: COTA clash kick-starts second half of captivating campaign
Sport news COTA first welcomed FIA WEC in 2013 and is the newest venue on the calendar. The track quickly established itself as a favourite among drivers and fans alike for its dramatic elevation changes, sweeping high-speed corners, slow technical sections, notorious bumps, a signature uphill…
Building Knowledge, Developing Talent, and Creating Safer Roads: Cayman Motoring Federation Announced as FIA José Abed Award Winner 2026
Sport news The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has announced the Cayman Motoring Federation (CMF) as the recipient of the José Abed Award at the FIA American Congress 2026 in Buenos…
An Electric Transition, a Road Risk Route Planner, and a Guide for Safer Driving: Region IV Champions Announced for FIA Innovation Challenge 2026
Members news The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has revealed the Region IV Champions of the FIA Innovation Challenge 2026, celebrating the projects that are driving mobility…
Gamifying Road Safety, a New Model for Driver Training and Understanding ADAS: Region III Champions Announced for FIA Innovation Challenge 2026
Members news The Fédération Internationale de l'Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has revealed the Region III Champions of the FIA Innovation Challenge 2026, celebrating the projects that are driving mobility…
Argentinian President Javier Milei and FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem Open FIA American Congress in Buenos Aires
Members news The President of Argentina, Javier Milei, and FIA President H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem have officially opened the 2026 FIA American Congress in Buenos Aires, bringing together FIA Member Clubs from across the Americas to advance the future of mobility and motor sport. President Milei…
Monza memories - Italian GP in pictures through the years
A selection of images from the Italian Grand Prix at Monza, which has hosted more Formula 1 races than any other circuit.
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña and FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem Celebrate the Start of a New Era of Rallying in Encarnación
FIA news The President of Paraguay, H.E. Santiago Peña, joined FIA President H.E. Mohammed Ben Sulayem and hundreds of thousands of passionate fans at FIA WRC Rally del Paraguay this weekend, celebrating the rapid growth of motorsport in the country and an exciting new chapter for rallying…
The Chequered Flag Podcast
Harry Benjamin and Nicola Hume investigate why the Antonelli has cause for concern.
The Chequered Flag Podcast
Lando Norris makes it two wins in a row at a chaotic Dutch Grand Prix.
Antonelli - the boy 'born in a garage' who started driving on dad's lap
Kimi Antonelli was a natural driver at the age of three, according to his dad. Here's how he went on to lead the F1 drivers' championship at the age of 19.
Dutch GP in pictures as F1 prepares for Zandvoort farewell
A selection of images from the Dutch Grand Prix, as Zandvoort prepares to host a Formula 1 race for the final time.
The Chequered Flag Podcast
How did former F1 driver Kimi Raikkonen catch out Becky Evans in front of 50,000 people?
Would more sprint races be a positive change for Formula 1?
Chequered Flag's Harry Benjamin and Becky Evans discuss what benefits could come from an increased number of sprint weekends in the Formula 1 calendar, both for drivers and fans.
'Verstappen to McLaren!' - Mid-season F1 predictions
The Chequered Flag podcast look ahead to the second half of the F1 season and make some predictions for the remainder.
'It's highly likely to be Imola' - Will F1 have a European finale?
The Chequered Flag podcast discuss the statement issued by the CEO of Formula 1, Stefano Domenicali, in which he states 'If the Qatar or Abu Dhabi Grand Prix can't be put on, the F1 season will be finished in Europe'.
The Chequered Flag Podcast
Harry Benjamin, Alice Powell and Andrew Benson assess the first half of the F1 season
The Chequered Flag Podcast
Harry Benjamin and Nicola Hume dive into the biggest transfer rumours in Formula 1
Five things we've learned from first half of F1 season
BBC F1 correspondent Andrew Benson analyses the five key things we've learned from the 2026 season so far.
Ferrari must 'do better' after errors in Hungary
The BBC F1 team discuss Ferrari's performance at the Hungarian Grand Prix as, despite appearing to be the car to beat in practice, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton finish the race in fourth and fifth respectively.
The personal story of a dad who took his autistic son to the British Grand Prix
My autistic son loves Formula 1 - and Silverstone have made it viable for him to go and watch it live.
Norris 'happy I have the pain of this year for the glory of last'
Lando Norris tells BBC Sport he is "paying the price" for the effort that brought him the 2025 title - and why McLaren would be a "different vibe" for Max Verstappen.
Classic Monaco Grand Prix images through the years
A selection of the best images of the Monaco Grand Prix, starting with the first F1 championship season in 1950.
What it's really like to try to make it to F1
BBC Sport explores the financial reality of two drivers with experience of trying to climb the motorsport ladder to reach Formula 1.
Why has Turn Six at Australian GP been renamed?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain why Turn Six at the Australian Grand Prix has been renamed.
Which tyres will be used in F1 in 2026?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain the different types of tyres used in Formula 1.
Episode 8: Making History
The Cadillac and Mercedes 2026 F1 cars hit the track as Ollie Bearman dreams big at Haas.
Episode 7: Shooting for the Stars
The Cadillac car build begins. Kimi Antonelli and Ollie Bearman get ready for 2026.
What is sandbagging in F1?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain what sandbagging means in Formula 1.
Episode 5: A Mountain to Climb
It’s debrief time for rookies Kimi Antonelli and Ollie Bearman. Tension rises at Cadillac.
Episode 6: A Clean Sheet
Mercedes mark the end of an era. Valtteri Bottas prepares for his fresh start at Cadillac.
Episode 4: Flying High
Kimi Antonelli and Ollie Bearman hit career F1 highs. Cadillac stage a race simulation.
Episode 3: Hope and Ambition
Hollywood comes to Cadillac. Racers Ollie Bearman & Kimi Antonelli are in the spotlight.
Episode 2: Master v Apprentice
F1 race winners Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez make their comeback for Cadillac.
Episode 1: All at Risk
We’re on board with stars Kimi Antonelli and Ollie Bearman and tour Cadillac’s F1 factory.
When does the 2026 F1 season start?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain when the 2026 Formula 1 season begins.
What is next for Red Bull's Yuki Tsunoda?
Our Ask Me Anything team explore what Yuki Tsunoda will be doing in the 2026 Formula 1 season.
What is the halo in Formula 1?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain what the halo is on a Formula 1 car and when it has worked.
What are 'papaya rules' in Formula 1?
Our Ask Me Anything team explain what 'papaya rules' are for F1 team McLaren.
What is a super licence in Formula 1?
Our Ask Me Anything team look at what a Super License is in Formula 1 and how a driver can obtain points.
Prost
An F1 phenomenon. The Professor recalls a remarkable life behind the wheel
Prost
2/6 A first world title. A special season after Prost is challenged on and off the track
Prost
3/6 Tragedy and triumph. A second title ends a year scarred by personal loss for Prost
Prost
4/6 An iconic rivalry. Prost’s new team-mate Ayrton Senna offered fierce competition
Prost
5/6 A final flourish for Prost as he bows out of Formula 1 with another world title