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Max Verstappen didn't want to drive 2026 car in simulator: ‘Doesn't help me stay in F1’

Verstappen admitted that the 2026 regulations “do not help” keep him enthusiastic about a longer stay in F1, and he even told Red Bull that he preferred not to run the car in the simulator

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Verstappen didn't want to drive 2026 F1 car in simulator: "This belongs in Formula E"

Max Verstappen admitted that the 2026 regulations “do not help” keep him enthusiastic about a longer stay in F1, and he even told Red Bull that he preferred not to run the car in the simulator

Autosport

"Drive to Survive: Season 8" trailer released: Watch here now

Netflix has released the trailer for 'Drive to Survive Season 8', teasing key storylines from the 2025 F1 season

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Max Verstappen gives damning verdict on 2026 F1 rules: ‘It’s like Formula E on steroids’

The four-time F1 world champion has been left unimpressed with F1’s new era of cars so far at Bahrain testing

The Independent UK

Helmut Marko details what Red Bull has to do to keep Max Verstappen

Helmut Marko says Red Bull must keep delivering a competitive Ford-backed power unit to keep Max Verstappen

Motorsport

Verstappen slams "anti-racing" and "not fun" F1 2026 cars

Max Verstappen has taken a sledgehammer to Formula 1's new regulations for 2026, with the four-time world champion saying the cars are not helping him stay in the series

Autosport

Max Verstappen demolishes "anti-racing" and "not fun" 2026 F1 cars

Verstappen has taken a sledgehammer to Formula 1's new regulations for 2026, with the four-time world champion saying the cars are not helping him stay in the series

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Toto Wolff reveals Mercedes-AMG influence on NLS date switch to open door for Max Verstappen

Toto Wolff has revealed that Mercedes-AMG helped push to move the Nürburgring 24 Hours preparation race dates so Max Verstappen can compete

Motorsport

Sainz offers intriguing F1 2026 engine insight as Red Bull Ford "a step ahead"

Carlos Sainz backs Toto Wolff's view that Red Bull Ford's hybrid engines are setting an early benchmark at Bahrain's first Formula 1 test

Autosport

Carlos Sainz: Red Bull Ford "a clear step ahead" on crucial hybrid usage

Carlos Sainz backs Toto Wolff's view that Red Bull Ford's hybrid engines are setting an early benchmark at Bahrain's first Formula 1 test

Motorsport

F1 2026 testing live: Antonelli leads Mercedes one-two on final day in Bahrain

Follow live F1 updates as all 11 teams build up to the new season with a test at the Bahrain International Circuit

The Independent UK

'Runs smoothly': Piastri happy with first Bahrain test

Australian Oscar Piastri is happy with his first public outing of the new McLaren at Bahrain pre-season testing, after finishing fifth fastest.

AAP

All the important statistics from day one of the 2026 F1 Bahrain test

From mileage and lap times to the number of red flags, these are the important statistics that you need to know after the first day of the 2026 pre-season test in Bahrain

Motorsport

F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Norris leads from Verstappen on opening day

McLaren trumped Red Bull in terms of pace on the first day of running, but Max Verstappen completed more laps than any other driver

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F1 2026 Bahrain pre-season test: Lando Norris edges Max Verstappen on day one

McLaren trumped Red Bull in terms of pace on the first day of running, but Max Verstappen completed more laps than any other driver

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Red Bull-Ford engine "the benchmark" in F1 Bahrain test, rivals claim

Mercedes Formula 1 boss shrugs off the early hype around his team and suggests Red Bull Ford has the stronger 2026 power unit

Motorsport

F1 2026 cars faster than expected with performance levels similar to 2025 - Pirelli

Early indications regarding F1 2026 performance are positive, as simulations submitted by the teams for Bahrain show that lap times are expected to be almost in line with those of the 2025 cars

Motorsport

New Max Verstappen docuseries released: Watch the trailer here

A new three-part Viaplay documentary, 'Max Verstappen - New Ground' follows the four-time champion as he launches his own racing team and helps sim racer Chris Lulham transition into real-world racing

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F1 Bahrain pre-season test: Verstappen fastest on opening morning

Max Verstappen was fastest on Wednesday morning as all teams covered a substantial amount of laps

Motorsport

F1 2026 Bahrain pre-season test: Max Verstappen tops opening morning

Max Verstappen was fastest on Wednesday morning as all teams covered a substantial amount of laps

The Independent UK

Kimi Antonelli escapes unhurt after car crash as Mercedes release statement

The 19-year-old was unharmed in the crash and is set to take part in the next round of pre-season testing in Bahrain this week

Motorsport

Dale Earnhardt Jr. on his F1 fandom, and who he'd like to see try NASCAR

Earnhardt loved watching Häkkinen and Schumacher battle back for the crown years ago, and he spoke to what F1 drivers he'd love to see try stock car racing

The Independent UK

First pictures of McLaren 2026 F1 car livery revealed ahead of Lando Norris title defence

The reveal took place at a launch event in Bahrain, where two three-day pre-season tests will take place - the first later this week - ahead of March’s season opener in Melbourne

The Independent UK

Zak Brown: ‘Highly motivated’ Lando Norris’ confidence sky high for F1 defence

Norris saw off Red Bull’s Max Verstappen and team-mate Oscar Piastri to land his maiden title at last season’s finale in Abu Dhabi.

The Independent UK

Lando Norris says ‘giddy’ George Russell hungry to replace him as F1 world champion

Norris will head into next month’s opening race in Australia with the number one on his McLaren for the first time

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