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News2026-09-17
Alonso delays Aston Martin future call
Fernando Alonso has not announced his Aston Martin future, with BBC Sport and Autosport reporting continued paddock discussion over his next move.
News2026-09-17
Madrid set to revise circuit after 2026 Spanish GP
Madrid organisers plan changes to the new Spanish Grand Prix circuit after driver criticism of its first F1 race, with FIA input reported.
News2026-09-16
2026 Spanish GP: McLaren backs Norris VSC stop
Reports said McLaren stood by its VSC stop for Lando Norris after the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix, citing track position and limited overtaking at Madring.
News2026-09-16
Verstappen reported to beat 100 karters at Silverstone
BBC Sport reported Max Verstappen passed 100 amateur karters in 14 laps at Silverstone, in Red Bull's Max vs 100 event streamed on Disney+
News2026-09-16
Baku 2026 F2 extra race reported before F1 weekend
Autosport and Motorsport.com reported Formula 2 will add an extra feature race in Baku, while Qatar and Abu Dhabi are still said to remain on its calendar.
News2026-09-16
Haas 2027 line-up unclear as talks continue
Haas' 2027 driver plans remain unconfirmed in reports as Ayao Komatsu discusses sponsorship progress, with Formula 1's 24-round calendar set.
News2026-09-16
Madrid set to revise Madring after Spanish GP
Madrid organisers plan changes to the 5.4km Madring after criticism of Formula 1’s first Spanish Grand Prix there and FIA feedback on the layout.
News2026-09-16
2027 F1 calendar set: Monaco joins sprint list
Formula 1 has confirmed a 24-round 2027 calendar, with sprint weekends rising from six to 10 and Monaco included on the expanded list.
News2026-09-16
Milan 2027 F1 launch dates still unconfirmed
No supplied source confirms reported dates for a Formula 1 launch event in Milan in 2027, leaving the item unverified pending an official announcement.
News2026-09-16
2026 F1 ACADEMY Navarra test: Farfus reported quickest
Formula1.com reported that F1 ACADEMY's 2026 Rookie Test took place at Circuito de Navarra in Spain, with Victoria Farfus setting the pace.
News2026-09-16
Colapinto and Gasly 2027 talk remains unconfirmed
Reports about an Alpine 2027 line-up with Franco Colapinto and Pierre Gasly remain unconfirmed, with available sources offering no team announcement.
News2026-09-16
Lawson praised after Red Bull stand-in stint
Formula1.com reported Laurent Mekies praised Liam Lawson after Madrid, while Motorsport.com said Red Bull defended its in-race call on Max Verstappen.
News2026-09-16
Spanish GP 2026: McLaren backs Norris VSC stop
McLaren defended its VSC pit call for Lando Norris after the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix, as BBC Sport and other outlets examined how the timing swung the race.
News2026-09-16
Italian GP 2026: Reported Piastri Penalty Shifts Grid
Autosport reported Oscar Piastri received a three-place Italian Grand Prix grid penalty at Monza, while Pierre Gasly took pole by 0.060s.
News2026-09-16
Spanish GP 2026: Hadjar absence reported again
BBC Sport and Autosport report Isack Hadjar is set to miss the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix with a wrist injury, which would be his third straight absence.
News2026-09-16
Franco Colapinto reports best Alpine weekend in Spain
Formula1.com and Motorsport.com reported Franco Colapinto called the Spanish Grand Prix his best Alpine weekend of 2026 after Q3 and seventh place.
News2026-09-16
2026 Madrid GP: Tsunoda reported 14th after damage
Formula1.com reported Yuki Tsunoda finished 14th at the Madrid Grand Prix after sustaining damage at the Madring, leaving him 20th on one point.
News2026-09-16
Norris' 2026 form stays in focus at McLaren
Lando Norris remains fourth in the 2026 drivers' championship on 186 points, with recent reports focusing on his title defence and McLaren's current form.
News2026-09-15
Max Verstappen 2030 Red Bull deal reported
BBC Sport reported Max Verstappen discussed a new Red Bull contract, while any deal running through 2030 remains unconfirmed in the supplied reports.
News2026-09-15
2026 Spanish Grand Prix: Haas rue Ocon's P11
Formula1.com reported Haas took some encouragement from the Spanish Grand Prix after Esteban Ocon finished 11th, one place short of the points.