Formula 1
TECH WEEKLY: How McLaren’s Mercedes power unit – and a bold wheelbase choice – has shaped early-season pace
F1 technical expert Mark Hughes takes a look at how McLaren are getting to grips with the Mercedes power unit, with illustrations from Giorgio Piola.
Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto offer mixed verdict on Alpine's 2026 Chinese Grand Prix points
The Chinese Grand Prix saw both Alpine drivers finish in the top 10, but the pair had mixed feelings after the race.
‘Hell of a moment’ for Pete Bonnington to stand on Shanghai podium with Kimi Antonelli and Lewis Hamilton
Pete Bonnington will “cherish” the podium moment after Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix, having celebrated Kimi Antonelli’s maiden victory for Mercedes with his former driver Lewis Hamilton also there to share the moment.
Carlos Sainz describes points for Williams in 2026 Chinese Grand Prix as a 'mini victory for us'
Carlos Sainz believes a points finish in the Chinese Grand Prix last weekend was like a "mini victory for us" as Williams continue struggle for performance at the start of the 2026 season.
Esteban Ocon 'deserved penalty' as Haas driver apologises to Franco Colapinto for 2026 Chinese Grand Prix clash
Esteban Ocon admits he "deserved the penalty" for his clash with Franco Colapinto during the Chinese Grand Prix and apologised to the Alpine driver post-race.
'Like sitting here with my whole family' – Lewis Hamilton overjoyed to share Chinese Grand Prix podium with Kimi Antonelli, Pete Bonnington and George Russell
Lewis Hamilton grabbed his first podium for Ferrari in China, but his P3 finish was made even more special by the fact he shared the rostrum with his former team mate George Russell, the man who replaced him at Mercedes Kimi Antonelli – and even his old R...
Fred Vasseur praises Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc for 'professional' Ferrari intra-team battle in 2026 Chinese Grand Prix
Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur has praised drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc for their "professional" fight in the Chinese Grand Prix, adding such battles are "the best way to build up a team".
6 moments you missed at the Formula 1 2026 Chinese Grand Prix
Relive the action from the Sprint weekend at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix with plenty of off-track Formula 1 moments – podium celebrations, fan gifts, and more.
F1 NATION: Antonelli takes maiden win as McLaren and Verstappen hit trouble – it's our Chinese GP review
Kimi Antonelli took his maiden Grand Prix victory in China, becoming the second-youngest F1 race winner after Max Verstappen as Mercedes bagged another 1-2 to keep their 2026 season win streak intact.
2026 Chinese GP: Weekend Warm-Up
Betty, Jolyon, Alex and Ruth look ahead and get us warmed up for the second race weekend of the 2026 season as the teams descend on Shanghai.
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton hope Ferrari can put Mercedes ‘under a bit more pressure’ at Chinese Grand Prix
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have both expressed optimism over Ferrari’s chances of taking the fight to Mercedes as the 2026 season develops, even if their rivals started with a “huge” advantage in Australia.
WEEKEND WARM-UP: Can Ferrari take the fight to Mercedes in the first Sprint of the year in China?
After an eventful first round, there are plenty of talking points ahead of the Chinese Grand Prix, and the F1 TV crew are here to run through them all.
NEED TO KNOW: The most important facts, stats and trivia ahead of the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix
As F1 moves on to the Shanghai International Circuit for the Chinese Grand Prix, Need to Know is your all-in-one guide with statistics, driving pointers, strategy tips and more.
‘It’s one I try to forget’ – Oscar Piastri outlines how he bounced back from home Australian Grand Prix crash
Oscar Piastri was ruled out of his home event in Melbourne as he crashed into the wall on his way to the grid.
McLaren need to 'step it up as much as possible' in 2026 Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix
Reigning Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris admits that McLaren need to "step it up as much as possible" ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix.
'Take nothing for granted' – Mercedes' George Russell wary of Ferrari threat in Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix despite strong start to 2026 campaign
George Russell expects Ferrari to be Mercedes' closest competitor this weekend in the Chinese Grand Prix, and admits he is taking "nothing for granted" despite a strong start to the 2026 campaign.