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F1 tweaks controversial 2026 rules – but will they keep Max Verstappen in the sport?

Just three rounds into the new season, F1 and the FIA are set to ratify new regulations for the next race in Miami

The Independent UK

Formula One bosses agree rule changes after Max Verstappen criticism and safety fears

Max Verstappen has hit out at F1’s regulations during a difficult start to the 2026 season

The Independent UK

Ollie Bearman reveals extravagant Christmas gift he bought for younger brother

Ollie Bearman has revealed he bought his 16-year-old brother a personalised Fiat Topolino for Christmas

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Toto Wolff sends firm message to critics of new F1 rules: ‘Don’t badmouth the sport’

The 2026 regulations have been criticised by Max Verstappen, who says he is considering retiring from Formula 1 at the end of the season as a result

The Independent UK

Ollie Bearman reveals the main 2026 F1 rule change he wants after safety concerns

Ollie Bearman says his main change to Formula 1’s 2026 regulations would be eliminating lift and coast so drivers can push flat out in qualifying and races

Motorsport

Ollie Bearman’s Ferrari F1 hopes boosted by Karun Chandhok's verdict on Haas progress

Karun Chandhok believes Ollie Bearman is doing exactly what he needs to do at Haas to stay firmly in Ferrari’s frame for a future seat

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Ollie Bearman opens up on Lewis Hamilton’s message after Ferrari F1 debut

Ollie Bearman has praised Lewis Hamilton’s support and character, revealing that he was among the first to contact him after his F1 debut

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F1 stars spotted at Jannik Sinner match at Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters

F1 drivers turned out in force to watch Jannik Sinner at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters

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Is Pierre Gasly underrated?

Autosport's 2026 reader ratings so far differ from our scorekeeper's own rankings - particularly when it comes to their top scorers so far...

Autosport

The biggest surprises and disappointments of F1's 2026 field so far

Most teams and drivers had high expectations heading into F1's new era, but who has impressed - and who has failed to deliver?

Autosport

David Coulthard lifts lid on reality of F1 closing speeds after Ollie Bearman's 50G crash

David Coulthard has shed light on the reality of dealing with closing speeds

Motorsport

Martin Brundle calls on FIA to fix “fundamentally flawed” F1 power delivery

Martin Brundle has urged the FIA to act urgently on Formula 1’s flawed 2026 power delivery system

Motorsport

Alpine F1 team denies Colapinto sabotage claims in open letter

Alpine has put out a statement reaffirming its commitment to treating both drivers equally

Autosport

Alpine F1 team denies Franco Colapinto sabotage claims

Alpine has put out a statement reaffirming its commitment to treating both drivers equally

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Alpine F1 publish unique 11-page letter over Franco Colapinto ‘sabotage’ accusations

Four days after the last race in China, Alpine have released a letter condemning social media abuse of drivers after recent incidents – as well as rubbishing claims of ‘sabotage’ against Colapinto as ‘completely unfounded’

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F1 2026 'Mario Kart' Boost: Drivers Angry About 'Energy Mushrooms' After Japanese GP Crash Controversy

Formula 1's 2026 energy boost system lets drivers deploy battery power for overtakes, but critics say it feels like "Mario Kart."

Motorsport

Oliver Bearman wins praise for "outstanding performances" with strong Haas displays

Oliver Bearman has been praised for his impressive start to the 2026 Formula 1 season despite his heavy crash at the Japanese Grand Prix

The Independent UK

Why Max Verstappen should take a one-year sabbatical from Formula 1

COMMENT: Verstappen’s growing angst with F1 from all angles is obvious and, writes Kieran Jackson, a year-out could reinvigorate the Dutchman

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Max Verstappen’s take on Red Bull’s problems, Oliver Bearman’s crash, and how to fix 2026 F1 rules

Verstappen delved into a wide range of topics following the Japanese GP – with his usual forthrightness

The Independent UK

Toto Wolff casts doubt over Christian Horner’s chances of F1 return

Christian Horner hopes to return to F1 in the future after being sacked by Red Bull last year

The Independent UK

Max Verstappen considering shock F1 retirement after eighth-place finish at Japanese Grand Prix

The four-time F1 world champion, one of the modern greats, is not enjoying driving the sport’s new generation of car

The Independent UK

George Russell’s frustration builds after bad luck in Japan GP: ‘It’s one thing after the other’

Russell finished fourth in Japan while Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli took the lead of the world championship

The Independent UK

Ollie Bearman ‘fine’ after lucky escape in dramatic Japanese Grand Prix crash

Bearman lost control of his Haas as he deployed his boost button to overtake Franco Colapinto at Spoon Curve.

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Ollie Bearman’s 191mph crash is a tipping point – F1 must tweak 2026 regulations

Comment: The warning signs were present ahead of Bearman’s crash at the Japanese GP, in which the British 20-year-old sustained a ‘knee contusion’ after a 50G impact. Three events in, changes must be made to how F1 goes racing

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Oscar Piastri's deadpan "Mario Kart" joke wins the Japanese Grand Prix cooldown room

The 2026 engine regulations have been heavily criticised for feeling like a video game, but it took one deadpan comment from the McLaren star to make the meme official

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