At the qualifying debut in Melbourne, Audi drives straight into Q3 despite minor defects – in the paddock, the performance certainly causes astonished faces

Will the start of the new Formula 1 era be chaotic? Theoretically, it could wash drivers far back if they make a mistake, believes Charles Leclerc.

The 2008 “Crashgate” scandal is once again before the courts: Felipe Massa wins an initial legal round and now demands comprehensive evidence

Mercedes is considered the clear favorite ahead of the Australian GP – but energy management, starts and reliability could make the first race unpredictable.

Mercedes is considered the clear favorite ahead of the Australian GP – but energy management, starts and reliability could make the first race unpredictable.

Rookie Arvid Lindblad makes it into the top 10 in his first Formula 1 qualifying session, but before that, there is almost a collision with teammate Liam Lawson

Currently in the F1 live ticker: +++ Russell and Antonelli on P1 and P2 in qualifying +++ Hadjar first Mercedes challenger +++ Verstappen already out in Q1 after crash +++

Unlike in testing, Cadillac is competing with two cars for the first time at the opener in Australia: This is “four times as difficult” for the team, says consultant Pat Symonds

The FIA has made adjustments to the racing guidelines, so that the stewards no longer have to stick so closely to the text.

Aston Martin is struggling with massive problems and holds engine partner Honda accountable – An expert also criticizes Adrian Newey’s dual role