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Verstappen Claims First 2026 Victory at Wet Sepang as Hamilton Surges to Third
Max Verstappen secured his first win of the 2026 Formula 1 season in a twice-delayed, rain-disrupted race at Sepang. Kimi Antonelli took second to widen his championship lead after George Russell retired, while Lewis Hamilton recovered from 18th to finish third.
4 Oct 2026
4 Oct 2026
Bahrain GP in Malaysia: Kimi Antonelli Edges Max Verstappen to Lead Final Practice at Sepang
Kimi Antonelli topped final practice at the Sepang International Circuit, finishing 0.278s clear of Max Verstappen ahead of qualifying. High track temperatures and rough surface conditions generated significant tire wear across the field as Mercedes and Red Bull led the timing sheets.
4 Oct 2026
Verstappen and Hamilton Lock Out Front Row at Sepang as Tyre Degradation Looms
Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton will start on the front row together for the first time since 2023 at the Sepang International Circuit. Hamilton warned that high tyre degradation and Ferrari's straight-line speed deficit will make managing Sunday's multi-stop race a critical challenge against Red Bull.
4 Oct 2026
Mercedes Left Searching for Answers After Sepang Upgrade Stalls in Bahrain GP Qualifying
Mercedes faced an unexpected drop in performance during qualifying for the Bahrain GP in Malaysia, with Kimi Antonelli qualifying fourth and George Russell eighth behind pole-sitter Max Verstappen. Team boss Toto Wolff admitted the team's major upgrade package caused severe balance and straight-line drag issues at Sepang.
3 Oct 2026
Verstappen Seizes First 2026 Pole in Sepang as Mercedes Sizzle Under Heat
Max Verstappen secured Red Bull's first pole position of 2026, beating Lewis Hamilton in qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. High track temperatures and tyre degradation hampered Mercedes, leaving championship leader Kimi Antonelli starting third and George Russell seventh.
3 Oct 2026
George Russell Warns Mercedes Face Uphill Battle Against Verstappen and McLaren at Sepang
George Russell warned that high tyre degradation has masked Mercedes' major aerodynamic upgrades at Sepang, leaving the team trailing Red Bull and McLaren on Friday. Charles Leclerc topped second practice for Ferrari, while Max Verstappen showcased ominous pace without fitting soft tyres.
3 Oct 2026
George Russell Warns of Red Bull and McLaren Pace at Sepang Despite Mercedes Upgrades
George Russell warned that Mercedes face major opposition from Max Verstappen and McLaren at Sepang after heavy tire degradation compromised Friday practice. Despite introducing significant floor and suspension upgrades, Mercedes dropped to seventh and eighth in FP2 as setup issues persisted.
3 Oct 2026
Frederic Vasseur Addresses Ferrari Leadership Rumors Ahead of Sepang
Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur has labeled persistent media rumors a major distraction, calling the team's public vote of confidence mandatory. Despite external links to Christian Horner and a five-race podium drought, Vasseur confirmed full alignment with Ferrari leadership.
2 Oct 2026
Toto Wolff Details George Russell's Psychological Recalibration Against Kimi Antonelli in 2026 Title Fight
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff outlined how George Russell adapted to the psychological shock of Kimi Antonelli's five-race winning streak early in 2026. Ahead of the Sepang round, Russell has reduced his deficit to 66 points following a dominant victory in Baku.
2 Oct 2026
George Russell Eyes Sepang Surge with Mercedes Upgrade as Title Heat Shifts to Antonelli
George Russell has targeted back-to-back victories as Mercedes introduces a significant W17 car upgrade at Sepang. Following his dominant Baku Grand Slam, Russell trimmed Kimi Antonelli's championship lead to 66 points and placed the title pressure squarely on his rookie team-mate.
2 Oct 2026
Lando Norris Explains Public Apology to Franco Colapinto After Azerbaijan GP Incident
McLaren's Lando Norris has clarified why he issued both private and public apologies to Franco Colapinto after the multi-car collision at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Norris addressed his broadcast comments and spoke out against online abuse as the grid prepares for the Malaysian Grand Prix at Sepang.
1 Oct 2026
Lewis Hamilton Backs Frederic Vasseur at Ferrari While Urging Deeper Structural Reform
Lewis Hamilton has backed team boss Frederic Vasseur following Ferrari's public statement of confidence, while pointing out that broader institutional structures above the team principal need refinement. Hamilton also revealed Ferrari currently carries a 0.4s to 0.6s straight-line engine deficit per weekend.
