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British GP: Ferrari Plot Strategic Pincer to Deny Antonelli at Silverstone
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc line up behind pole-sitter Kimi Antonelli at the British Grand Prix, aiming to use team strategy to challenge Mercedes. With hard tire compounds favoring a one-stop race and Silverstone's layout limiting energy harvesting, Ferrari faces a calculated tactical battle over 52 laps.
28 Aug 2026
28 Aug 2026
Formula 1 Evaluates October Slot to Reinstate Cancelled Bahrain Grand Prix
Formula 1 is exploring the possibility of reinstating the cancelled Bahrain Grand Prix into an October 2–4 calendar slot between Azerbaijan and Singapore. CEO Stefano Domenicali confirmed that any final decision on expanding the 2026 schedule must be finalized before the summer break begins on July 26.
27 Aug 2026
British GP: Leclerc Capitalises on Silverstone Chaos as Antonelli's Title Lead Shrinks
Charles Leclerc took victory at the British GP as Kimi Antonelli suffered a front-left wheel shield failure and penalty, finishing 16th. George Russell claimed second place after a late Ferrari pit stop error with Lewis Hamilton, reducing Antonelli's championship lead to 25 points.
25 Aug 2026
Lewis Hamilton Takes Responsibility for Dutch GP Radio Frustration as Ferrari Title Push Continues
Lewis Hamilton has accepted responsibility for his frustrated radio messages and post-race criticism during the Dutch Grand Prix. Despite dropping to third in the standings behind Kimi Antonelli and George Russell, the Ferrari driver insists the championship fight remains alive heading into Monza.
25 Aug 2026
Norris Outpaces Antonelli at Zandvoort to Reshape Drivers' Championship Margins
Lando Norris secured back-to-back victories by winning the Dutch Grand Prix ahead of Kimi Antonelli. Antonelli extended his championship lead to 59 points after Mercedes ordered George Russell to concede second, while Norris reduced his deficit to 83 points.
24 Aug 2026
F1 2026 Teammate Head-to-Head: Qualifying, Sprint, and Grand Prix Metrics
A full statistical breakdown of the 2026 Formula 1 teammate head-to-head battles across all 11 teams following the Dutch Grand Prix. The metrics outline performance splits in qualifying, sprint races, and grand prix results as the championship prepares for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza.
24 Aug 2026
Dutch GP: Toto Wolff Defends Mercedes Team Orders as Kimi Antonelli Secures Second in Zandvoort
Toto Wolff defended Mercedes' strategic decision to issue team orders at the Dutch Grand Prix, instructing George Russell to yield second place to Kimi Antonelli. Antonelli extended his championship lead to 59 points behind race winner Lando Norris, while Russell held off a charging Lewis Hamilton to secure third.
23 Aug 2026
George Russell Wins Dutch GP Sprint as Charles Leclerc Charges to Second at Zandvoort
George Russell claimed victory in the Dutch Grand Prix Sprint from pole, holding off Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris. The win allows Russell to trim his championship deficit to Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli to 56 points.
23 Aug 2026
Dutch GP: Norris Takes Zandvoort Pole as Lawson Replaces Injured Hadjar
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, narrowly beating George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. Meanwhile, Liam Lawson qualified eighth for Red Bull after stepping in for Isack Hadjar, who is sidelined with a wrist injury.
23 Aug 2026
Lando Norris Secures Dutch GP Pole as 2026 Formula 1 Title Math Tightens
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Dutch Grand Prix, beating Mercedes drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. The McLaren driver sits fifth in the standings, 90 points behind championship leader Antonelli, as the title battle enters its critical phase.
22 Aug 2026
Dutch GP Sprint Qualifying: George Russell Takes Pole as Kimi Antonelli Suffers Floor Damage
George Russell claimed Sprint pole at the Dutch Grand Prix by 0.040s over Lando Norris at Zandvoort. Mercedes teammate and championship leader Kimi Antonelli qualified fifth after damaging his car's floor in the SQ1 gravel.
21 Aug 2026
George Russell Says Mercedes Seat Never Under Threat Before Max Verstappen's Red Bull Deal
George Russell confirmed his Mercedes seat was never in jeopardy despite rumors linking Max Verstappen to the team prior to his Red Bull contract extension through 2030. McLaren's Lando Norris also addressed previous talks between his team and Verstappen as the paddock prepares for the Dutch Grand Prix.
