Quick hits: F1 politics, safety worries, and Ferrari's stunning rear end
Ferrari's innovations and competitive performance highlighted preseason F1 testing in Bahrain, setting the stage for the Australian Grand Prix.
‘Checo’ Pérez is blunt about Cadillac's preseason: ‘We knew it would be a tough start’
Sergio ‘Checo’ Pérez shares his thoughts on the challenging preseason testing with Cadillac in preparation for the 2026 Formula 1 season.
Colapinto and Alpine Seek Their Place in the New Formula 1: Optimism to Be Behind the Four Tanks
Colapinto and the Alpine team express optimism about their performance in the upcoming Formula 1 season after successful pre-season testing in Bahrain.
Formula 1: Charles Leclerc flew with his Ferrari in the Bahrain desert and faces the 2026 season with optimism
Charles Leclerc showcased impressive performance in pre-season Formula 1 testing at Bahrain, clocking the fastest time ahead of the upcoming season.
Formula 1 in Bahrain: Leclerc led the first test session and Gasly was a second away from surpassing Colapinto
During the final day of Formula 1 preseason testing in Bahrain, Charles Leclerc topped the first session while Pierre Gasly narrowly trailed behind Franco Colapinto's best time.
Formula 1: Has Ferrari Found the Ultimate Weapon with a Unique Wing That Spins 180 Degrees?
Ferrari has tested a groundbreaking 180-degree rotating rear wing during preseason testing in Bahrain that could enhance performance.
F1, Ferrari stops in the morning, then Hamilton recovers. Antonelli the fastest
Ferrari's development journey for the SF-26 faced challenges during the FIA collective testing in Bahrain, marking a significant moment in the Formula 1 preseason.
How Franco Colapinto fared in the closing preseason tests of Formula 1: nearly 100 laps and a positive seventh place
Franco Colapinto excelled in the final preseason tests of Formula 1, completing 120 laps and finishing in sixth place, boosting his confidence ahead of the upcoming season.
Franco Colapinto continues with Formula 1 testing in Bahrain
Franco Colapinto performed well in the first preseason testing session for Formula 1 in Bahrain, finishing seventh among the drivers.
George Russell is the fastest on the first day of the last pre-season testing for Formula 1
George Russell led the first day of the final pre-season Formula 1 tests, setting the fastest time in Bahrain.
F1, good Ferrari performance in Bahrain. Leclerc excels in the morning, Hamilton holds his ground
Ferrari drivers showcased impressive performances during F1 preseason testing in Bahrain, with Charles Leclerc achieving the fastest lap in the morning session.
According to Verstappen, the new F1 is like Formula E on steroids
Max Verstappen critiques the new F1 regulations, implying dissatisfaction with the current direction of the sport.
The Bad Omens of Aston Martin: 600 laps fewer than Ferrari and 4.49 seconds slower than Mercedes
Aston Martin faces serious challenges in the lead-up to the F1 season, with major issues affecting performance and reliability during testing in Bahrain.
F1: Hamilton performs well with Ferrari, Antonelli the fastest in Bahrain tests
The first week of collective testing ahead of the new Formula 1 season concludes with notable performances, including those of Lewis Hamilton and Andrea Kimi Antonelli.
Franco Colapinto and a productive morning in Bahrain: completed 64 laps after a problem on day 1 and was in the Top 6 for Alpine's hopes
Franco Colapinto had a successful morning session at the Bahrain International Circuit, completing 64 laps and finishing sixth in the standings after earlier issues with his car.
'Just not Formula 1': Verstappen says new cars aren't fun to drive
Max Verstappen criticizes the new Formula 1 cars, stating they are overly focused on energy management and not enjoyable to drive.
Bahrain preseason test, day 2: without Franco Colapinto, Pierre Gasly had a great performance and completed the podium of the morning session for Alpine
In the second day of preseason testing in Bahrain, Pierre Gasly performed well for Alpine while Franco Colapinto did not participate in driving.
What happened with Franco Colapinto's new car on the Bahrain track
Franco Colapinto faced a technical issue with his new Alpine car during preseason testing at the Bahrain circuit.
Piastri shows pace on day one of testing as Verstappen impresses in Bahrain
Lando Norris topped the timesheets on the first day of F1 preseason testing, with Oscar Piastri showing strong performance and Max Verstappen impressing with his speed.