The upcoming 2026 Formula 1 regulations, focusing on sustainability and competition, are driving significant shifts in the driver market.
Max Verstappen, contracted with Red Bull until 2026, is open to a Ferrari move but demands a championship-caliber car.
Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli, struggling with rookie errors, faces pressure to secure a 2026 extension, with Toto Wolff banking on his potential.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton are also preparing for the changes, aiming to leverage Monza’s performance to strengthen their 2025 campaign.
Meanwhile, F2 champions Felipe Drugovich and Theo Pourchaire remain sidelined, as teams prioritize academy drivers like Cadillac’s Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez.
The regulations, altering car design and strategy, are pushing teams to invest in testing, with the driver market in flux.
As Monza’s Italian Grand Prix unfolds, performances could dictate future contracts in a highly competitive and evolving F1 landscape.
F1 teams prepare for 2026 regulation changes, impacting drivers like Max Verstappen and Kimi Antonelli.
New 2026 F1 regulations drive shifts in the driver market, affecting Verstappen, Leclerc, and Antonelli.
Red Bull aims to become an engine manufacturer in 2026, partnering with Ford for a new power unit.
F1’s 2026 regulations reshape team strategies, impacting drivers like Verstappen, Leclerc, and Antonelli.
Charles Leclerc targets a repeat victory at Monza’s Italian Grand Prix, boosting Ferrari’s home crowd.
Lewis Hamilton’s call for an F1 race in Africa may gain traction as a Cape Town consortium meets with F1 bosses at Monza.
Carlos Sainz and Liam Lawson traded barbs over a collision at the Dutch Grand Prix, with Williams planning to protest Sainz’s penalty.
Max Verstappen compared himself to Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli, praising his talent despite recent mistakes.
Lewis Hamilton backs Cape Town’s F1 bid, with talks advancing at Monza for a 2026 race.
Max Verstappen considers Ferrari or Mercedes for 2026, contingent on a championship-competitive car.
Riccardo Patrese believes Lewis Hamilton may retire in 2026 if Ferrari fails to provide a championship-contending car.
Lewis Hamilton supports Cape Town’s bid for an F1 race, with talks ongoing at Monza.
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc aim to deliver for Ferrari at the Italian Grand Prix amid challenges.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton aim to overcome setbacks at the Italian Grand Prix.
Max Verstappen expressed interest in joining Ferrari but only if the team can provide a car capable of winning championships.
Lewis Hamilton highlighted his record-breaking fastest lap at Monza before his first Italian Grand Prix with Ferrari.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton face a crucial Italian Grand Prix to boost 2025 title chances.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton face high stakes at Monza to boost 2025 title hopes.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton face high stakes at the Italian Grand Prix to boost 2025 momentum.
Formula Two champions Felipe Drugovich and Theo Pourchaire remain sidelined from F1 despite their 2022 and 2023 titles.
Jos Verstappen labeled Antonio Perez Garibay an idiot after claims that Sergio Perez was disadvantaged at Red Bull.
The Italian Grand Prix at Monza, a historic F1 event, will be broadcast live on Sky Sports with practice sessions starting September 5.
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton face pressure to deliver at Monza for Ferrari’s 2025 title bid.
Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli must prove himself in 2026 to secure his F1 future amid early struggles.
After his maiden podium at the Dutch GP, Isack Hadjar is being linked with a potential future Red Bull seat.
Lewis Hamilton has been given a five-place grid drop for the Italian Grand Prix after failing to slow under double yellow flags at the Dutch Grand Prix.
British drivers Oliver Bearman and George Russell show strong form in the opening practice sessions of the Dutch Grand Prix.
Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen head into the Italian Grand Prix locked in a fierce title battle, reigniting one of F1’s most intense rivalries.
Lewis Hamilton gets a five-place penalty for the Italian GP after a double-yellow infraction at Zandvoort; Ferrari boss Fred Vasseur urges composure after a bruising, point-less weekend.
The Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort will conclude its F1 run after 2026, with organizers deciding to 'go out on a high' rather than extend the contract.
