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George Russell wins the Austrian Grand Prix at Spielberg, cutting Ferrari’s Kimi Antonelli’s lead to 40 points and moving Russell into second in the drivers’ standings ahead of Silverstone. Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton suffer pace issues despite dramatic wheel-to-wheel action. Ferrari and Red Bull upgrades influence the race outcome.
The British Grand Prix parade features 22 LEGO-built cars racing at up to 15 mph, with Hamilton questioning his participation after saying the stunt is the weekend’s most dangerous. Ferrari posts an image of his LEGO car as teams push ahead toward Sunday’s main race.
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.
Lewis Hamilton wins at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix for Ferrari, ending a long drought and narrowing Kimi Antonelli’s championship lead. The race features a three-stop Ferrari strategy, Antonelli’s retirement late on, and an all-British podium with Russell second and Norris third.
Gasly has had his Monaco Grand Prix penalties rescinded after a timekeeping error, restoring his third place on the track and reshuffling the final standings. Alpine had appealed; FIA confirmed the error and the penalties were withdrawn. The Barcelona weekend follows as teams await further clarity.
Verstappen has finished second in Austria and warns Silverstone may be difficult under the new engine regulations. He says battery recovery is limited, making the Silverstone layout hard to manage. Hamilton notes Red Bull’s progress with weight reductions and upgrades, suggesting the team will be a force in upcoming races.