American-licensed F1 team founded by Gene Haas; based in Kannapolis, with a Banbury base and a Maranello design office.
Drivers have criticised 2026 regulations that split power 50/50 between internal combustion and electrical units, saying energy-management rules have forced slower, less exciting racing. Lando Norris has said commercial aims — and manufacturers such as Audi entering the sport — have driven the changes, and drivers say they have had little say in rulemaking.
Mercedes are limiting upgrades under the 2026 cost cap while rivals press ahead, widening the performance gap at the front. Norris has won twice in a row for McLaren, with Antonelli leading the standings and Russell close behind. Monza looms as a crucial test for Ferrari, McLaren, and Mercedes.
Lando Norris has moved within striking distance in the title race after a strategic masterclass in Zandvoort. Norris has overtaken rivals to win the Dutch Grand Prix, with Antonelli still leading the standings and Russell closing in. Verstappen’s dramatic Lap 1 crash disrupted the race and reshaped the podium picture.
Lando Norris has won the Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort, keeping McLaren competitive as Kimi Antonelli extends his championship lead. Hamilton and Russell struggle with team orders and tyre strategy, while Mercedes respond to the pressure with strategic pit decisions.
Kimi Antonelli has extended his championship lead after winning at Madrid’s Madring circuit, where overtaking proved difficult and for many the race failed to live up to expectations. Norris faced misfortune under a virtual safety car, while drivers call for changes to improve racing at the controversial street circuit.
Hamilton has lost control of his Ferrari at Madring’s final corner, hitting the barriers. He has reversed out and is attempting to return to the pits, ignoring team instructions to stop. The session has been delayed as barriers are repaired; Antonelli leads the time sheets with Leclerc close behind. Bearman spins later, causing further red flags. Qualifying is crucial for Sunday’s race.
Esteban Ocon has reiterated that his Formula 1 career is not over as Haas confirms he will part ways at year’s end. With Bearman outperforming him this season, Ocon is exploring options for 2027 while remaining focused on the current races.
Esteban Ocon has been told Haas will part ways with him at year’s end. He has been racing in F1 since 2016 and has previously won the 2021 Hungarian Grand Prix. Ocon says he remains motivated and will push for strong results in the remaining races while seeking future opportunities. Haas thanks him for his professionalism as they move to appoint a replacement.
Verstappen has claimed pole position for the Singapore Grand Prix sprint after a weather-affected, incident-packed qualifying session. Leclerc and Hamilton finish close behind, with Russell facing penalties that could shape Sunday’s race. Several front-runners struggle on the final runs as track conditions vary.
Haas has dropped Esteban Ocon from its 2026 world championship lineup. Brazilian rookie Rafael Camara will drive in this weekend’s Sao Paulo Grand Prix, with Camara signed for 2027. Ocon was replaced after a Friday practice dispute in Mexico City; Komatsu says the decision is in the team’s best interests. Hirakawa is unavailable due to World Endurance Championship commitments.
Lando Norris has taken pole at Interlagos in a rain-soaked qualifying session, beating George Russell by 0.204s. Russell faces a five-place grid penalty for exceeding engine parts, promoting Kimi Antonelli to second. Charles Leclerc starts fourth but receives a 10-place penalty for a new ICE, elevating Liam Lawson to third. A raft of engine-component penalties reshapes the grid ahead of Sunday’s race.