Charles Leclerc frustrated in qualifying but confident for the race
Fourth in qualifying in Shanghai, Charles Leclerc is not showing great satisfaction. The Ferrari driver believes, however, that the race could offer better opportunities.
Fourth in qualifying in Shanghai, Charles Leclerc is not showing great satisfaction. The Ferrari driver believes, however, that the race could offer better opportunities.
Lewis Hamilton briefly led the Chinese Grand Prix sprint after an intense duel with George Russell. But a tire problem ultimately compromised his chances of victory.
George Russell won the Chinese Grand Prix sprint after an intense duel with Lewis Hamilton. The Mercedes driver admits, however, to having been taken by surprise by his former teammate’s early attack.
The Chinese Grand Prix sprint confirmed McLaren’s difficulties against Ferrari and Mercedes. Lando Norris admits that the team still lacks performance to compete with the leaders.
The young Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli claims a historic first pole at the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, taking advantage of the problems encountered by George Russell in Q3.
At just 19 years old, Kimi Antonelli becomes the youngest pole-sitter in F1 history thanks to an impeccable session at the Chinese Grand Prix.
George Russell narrowly avoided disaster in qualifying in Shanghai, but his vigilance and that of the Mercedes team allowed him to avoid the worst.
Mattia Binotto did not miss the opportunity to take a jab at his former employer Ferrari after the first points scored by Audi.
The first sprint of the 2026 Formula 1 season takes place on the Shanghai circuit, with George Russell on pole after a dominant qualifying session.
Formula 1 could announce very soon the cancellation of two major races on the 2026 calendar due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.