Towards a one-stop strategy in Shanghai, but on which tire to start?
Dario Marraffuschi, the new racing director at Pirelli, analyzed the strategic lessons from the Grand Prix Sprint.
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After Arvid Lindblad in Australia, Liam Lawson has already opened his 2026 account in China
Liam Lawson made a solid recovery during the Sprint, moving from thirteenth place on the grid to seventh position at the finish.
Shanghai clash: Isack Hadjar snubs Antonelli’s handshake
Tension rose in the paddock after the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race. Frustrated by a collision at the start, Isack Hadjar refused Kimi Antonelli’s attempt at reconciliation.
2026 F1 Calendar: Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix cancelled
Formula 1 has formalized a major decision regarding its 2026 calendar. Due to the security situation in the Middle East, two races scheduled for April have been cancelled.
The FIA justifies the cancellation of two Grands Prix due to the crisis in the Middle East
The removal of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix from the 2026 Formula 1 calendar has been officially explained by the FIA. Security and logistical constraints weighed heavily in the decision.
What time does the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix start?
The second Grand Prix of the Formula 1 season will be held this Sunday in Shanghai, and fans are eagerly awaiting the start of the race. The battle promises to be intense, with top drivers ready to battle it out from the first corner.
The starting grid for the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix
Kimi Antonelli will start from pole position this Sunday in Shanghai, becoming the youngest pole-sitter in F1 history. Behind him, George Russell and the Ferraris of Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc will make up the first two rows.
Max Verstappen sounds the alarm: “Every lap is a matter of survival”
Struggling significantly in Shanghai, Max Verstappen could do no better than eighth in qualifying. The world champion describes a Red Bull that is almost impossible to drive.
Pierre Gasly impresses in qualifying and aims for big points in Shanghai
Author of a solid seventh place in qualifying, Pierre Gasly confirms Alpine’s progress in Shanghai. The Frenchman now hopes to turn this performance into big points on Sunday.
Lewis Hamilton accuses Mercedes of using a “secret mode” in qualifying
Lewis Hamilton suspects Mercedes of using a very aggressive engine mode in qualifying. The Ferrari driver claims to know this system perfectly, having used it for years.