Mercedes admits a costly mistake that ruined its race in Japan
Despite another show of strength in qualifying, the German team admits to having compromised its chances right from the start at Suzuka.
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An Aston Martin finally at the finish, but nothing to shout about
Aston Martin made little progress at Suzuka but an AMR26 saw the checkered flag for the first time this season: scant satisfaction.
The starting grid of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix
Kimi Antonelli takes pole at Suzuka ahead of Russell, while Verstappen slumps in Q2 and will start 11th.
Max Verstappen dejected: an “undriveable” Red Bull after another blow in qualifying
Eliminated in Q2 at Suzuka, Max Verstappen sounds the alarm regarding an RB22 that remains just as unpredictable.
Red Bull on the brink of crisis: Max Verstappen rules out any “miracle” at Suzuka
Struggling in Japan, Max Verstappen sounds the alarm: the RB22 is racking up problems and Red Bull has no quick fix.
Hamilton and Verstappen in the spotlight: six drivers summoned after tense FP1
Several incidents marked the first free practice session at Suzuka. Six drivers, including Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, are now in the stewards’ sights.
Lewis Hamilton blanked after the incident with Verstappen: the decisive testimony
Lewis Hamilton escapes any penalty after his collision with Max Verstappen in free practice at Suzuka. The Dutchman played a key role in the stewards’ decision.