Short answers, clear message: Lance Stroll shows little optimism after qualifying – Aston Martin continues to struggle with performance and balance

Currently in the Formula 1 live ticker: +++ Russell wins the sprint in China, … +++ … but Antonelli is ahead in qualifying +++ Ferrari is lurking on the second row of the grid +++

A near-miss at the Australian start shows problems with the new rules: A simple solution would be possible, but some teams are blocking it

The current standings in the qualifying and race duels between teammates in the 2026 Formula 1 season

Audi receives praise for its new Formula 1 power unit from competitor Haas: Their team principal Ayao Komatsu does not see Ferrari being significantly better

Ferrari surprises in 2026 with outstanding race starts, but Charles Leclerc does not believe that this advantage will last for long

Audi CEO Gernot Döllner flew to Melbourne for just a single day to see Gabriel Bortoleto score points in Audi’s Formula 1 debut

Ferrari had some fun after Charles Leclerc’s statement that the new Formula 1 is “like the mushroom in Mario Kart” – and delighted the fans in the process.

Arvid Lindblad is the only true rookie on the 2026 Formula 1 grid – After the opener in Melbourne, the Briton draws an initial honest conclusion about the commotion