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via motorsport.comHamilton calls Bahrain qualifying his best of 2026Lewis Hamilton described his front-row qualifying performance for the Bahrain Grand Prix as the 'best lap' of his 2026 Formula 1 season. He expressed surprise at achieving this position alongside Max Verstappen, noting that the Mercedes car felt great.
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via gpfans.comF1 confirms Qatar and Abu Dhabi races will proceedFormula One CEO Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that the final two races of the season in Qatar and Abu Dhabi will go ahead as scheduled. This decision comes despite ongoing conflicts in the region and follows the cancellation of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races.
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via motorsport.comLando Norris frustrated by McLaren's straight-line speedLando Norris expressed frustration over his McLaren's lack of straight-line speed during qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia. Team principal Andrea Stella acknowledged the ongoing issues with Norris' Mercedes power unit, which have hindered his performance compared to teammate Oscar Piastri.+ 5 moreSat 3 Oct · 10:44 UTC
via racefans.netHaas admit set-up mistake on Bearman’s car made one session a “total waste of time” | Formula 1Haas has acknowledged that a set-up error on Oliver Bearman's car rendered his second practice session at Sepang ineffective. Bearman reported that the car was performing adequately in the first practice session, but the incorrect adjustments made for FP2 resulted in a significant struggle, leading him to describe the session as a "total waste of time."
As a result of the set-up mistake, Bearman finished 16th in the second practice, three-tenths of a second slower than his teammate Esteban Ocon. The lack of valuable data from FP2 has left Bearman at a disadvantage heading into the rest of the weekend, particularly as it was his first time racing at the Sepang circuit.
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via formula1.comMax Verstappen dominates Bahrain GP qualifyingMax Verstappen of Red Bull Racing showcased his speed by securing pole position during the qualifying session for the Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit. His performance highlighted his continued dominance in the 2026 Formula 1 season.
+ 1 moreSat 3 Oct · 07:35 UTCWikimedia Commons · Rrtb505050 · CC0Komatsu answers Ocon claim over Haas axeEsteban Ocon has claimed that his performance was not the reason Haas decided to drop him for the 2027 season. In response, team principal Ayao Komatsu indicated that the decision was based on a broader view of performance, though he did not directly contradict Ocon's assertion. Komatsu acknowledged Ocon's talent and speed but refrained from detailing the specific reasons behind the decision.
Oliver Bearman, a potential replacement for Ocon, has expressed his eagerness to take on a leadership role within the team. Meanwhile, Rafael Camara, another driver from the Ferrari academy, is also widely expected to join Haas, suggesting a shift towards younger talent in the team.
via motorsport.comVerstappen and Hadjar urge Red Bull to experiment nowMax Verstappen and Isack Hadjar have encouraged Red Bull Racing to make all necessary mistakes during the remaining races of the 2026 season. Their aim is to prepare effectively for the 2027 season, while also avoiding a winless year in 2026.+ 1 moreFri 2 Oct · 09:49 UTC
via the-race.comF1 returns to Sepang with mixed insights from FridayThe first day of Formula 1's return to Sepang revealed a range of insights about the teams and cars. Observations from the track highlighted both challenges and opportunities as teams adapted to the conditions.
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via gpfans.comF1 champion Fernando Alonso handed career-high payday at the age of 45Fernando Alonso has secured a new contract with Aston Martin that reportedly makes him the highest-paid driver of his career at the age of 45. The deal, which will take effect in 2027, is said to exceed $40 million annually, surpassing his previous earnings at McLaren.
In an official statement, Alonso expressed his happiness about the contract and his commitment to the team. This new salary positions him as the joint-third highest-paid driver in Formula 1, behind Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, while overtaking other notable drivers like Charles Leclerc and George Russell.Thu 1 Oct · 09:57 UTC