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Norris makes bold McLaren claim vs Mercedes

2+ hour, 28+ min ago  (783+ words) Lando Norris backs McLaren to outdevelop Mercedes in 2026 despite early struggles, citing past comebacks under pressure Lando Norris explains why McLaren can end the 2026 F1 season faster than Mercedes, as the world champion backs his team's past history ahead of the…...

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FIA makes late Suzuka change to qualifying rules

3+ hour, 19+ min ago  (692+ words) FIA reduces energy recovery allowance to curb super clipping, forcing drivers to adapt for Japanese GP qualifying The FIA Japanese GP qualifying energy limit change has introduced a late twist to the Suzuka weekend, with drivers now facing stricter constraints…...

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Russell sends warning to Mercedes before Suzuka

3+ hour, 59+ min ago  (822+ words) Russell believes the Silver Arrows are not as dominant as the opening two races suggest. George Russell tells Mercedes that the likes of Ferrari, McLaren and Red Bull are not as far away as their dominance of the start of…...

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Mercedes front wing under fire before Japanese GP

1+ day, 9+ hour ago  (624+ words) Ferrari question legality of Mercedes front-wing as "two-stage" aero behaviour sparks scrutiny ahead of Suzuka Ferrari call for an investigation into the Mercedes front-wing ahead of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix, asking the FIA if Silver Arrows are breaking Formula 1 rules…...

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Racing Bulls reveal stunning Japan livery

23+ hour, 56+ min ago  (564+ words) The Racing Bulls Japanese Grand Prix livery has already become one of the defining talking points ahead of Suzuka, after the team revealed a striking new design during a high-profile event in Tokyo that blended Formula 1 with Japanese culture in…...

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Verstappen to Mercedes? Palmer says talks will happen

1+ day, 6+ hour ago  (629+ words) Max Verstappen and Mercedes links resurface as Jolyon Palmer suggests talks are inevitable if Red Bull's struggles continue The idea of Max Verstappen in Mercedes colours has lingered in the background for over a year, but early signs from the…...

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Japanese GP betting odds 2026: Russell leads as Suzuka shakes up the grid

1+ day, 22+ hour ago  (760+ words) Mercedes lead the market as Suzuka's high-speed test reshapes the betting picture The Japanese GP 2026 betting odds have taken a clear shape heading into Suzuka, with Mercedes emerging as the early benchmark after a strong start to the Formula 1 season....

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Haas reveal stunning Godzilla livery for Suzuka

1+ day, 5+ hour ago  (622+ words) Haas reveal striking Godzilla design for Suzuka as partnership with Japanese icon signals new era for the team The arrival of the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix always brings something different to Formula 1, but few expected Haas to make such a striking…...

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F1 one-stop races spark concern as Pirelli reacts

1+ day, 5+ hour ago  (802+ words) Pirelli consider tyre changes after one-stop races dominate early 2026 season and raise concerns over lack of variation Formula 1s latest regulation reset was meant to bring fresh unpredictability, but just two races into 2026, a familiar pattern has already emerged. The growing…...

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Fernando Alonso delays Suzuka arrival after baby news

1+ day, 7+ hour ago  (612+ words) Fernando Alonso misses Japanese GP media day after welcoming first child, with Aston Martin driver set to arrive at Suzuka on Friday The 2026 Japanese Grand Prix weekend has begun with a deeply personal moment for Fernando Alonso, as the Aston…...