British Formula One driver pursuing a FerrarI seat and a record seventh title
F1 has postponed or canceled races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia scheduled for April due to escalating Iran-US-Israel conflicts. The decision follows recent Iranian missile and drone attacks affecting regional infrastructure and safety concerns. The season may proceed with 22 races, pending safety assessments.
At the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix, 19-year-old Kimi Antonelli became the youngest F1 race winner and pole-sitter, leading Mercedes to a dominant one-two finish. Ferrari showed promise but fell short. Audi replaced team principal Andreas Wheatley with Mattia Binotto, signaling leadership changes. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen refused to speak to a Guardian reporter over a past question, highlighting tensions in the paddock.
FIA, F1 and teams have moved to fast-track changes to power-unit regulations after a Miami weekend marked by energy-management concerns. Officials aim to tilt the balance toward the internal-combustion engine, with new talks about larger fuel tanks and possible future V8s to restore flat-out racing. The shift comes as teams upgrade ahead of the 2027 rules and long-term engine plans are debated.
Stellantis has unveiled a plan to roll out nine new models under $40,000 by 2030, aiming to revive US volume and stabilize margins. The move includes new Ram, Dodge, and Jeep entries, alongside cost-cutting measures after heavy investments in electrification and a prior $26 billion annual loss.
Kimi Antonelli has secured pole and then won the Monaco Grand Prix, becoming the youngest winner in the race’s history. His performance under pressure, including two restarts, has shifted the season’s dynamics with a commanding lead in the drivers’ standings.