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Andrea Kimi Antonelli302 2

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Lewis Hamilton199

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George Russell 2MVMax Verstappen 3

Isack HadjarRace Sat 11:00 UTC

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Oscar PiastriMcLaren 8

Isack HadjarRed Bull 9

Liam LawsonRB F1 Team 10

Pierre GaslyAlpine F1 Team 11ALArvid LindbladRB F1 Team 12

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via RacingNews365Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton on Malaysia front rowMax Verstappen of Red Bull Racing and Lewis Hamilton of Mercedes will start on the front row for the Formula 1 race in Malaysia, marking the first event in the country in nine years. Aston Martin also made headlines during qualifying, achieving a significant result this season.

RacingNews365+ 1 moreSat 3 Oct · 08:31 UTC

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Max 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.

Formula1.com+ 1 moreSat 3 Oct · 07:35 UTC

via PlanetF1Lewis Hamilton: ‘Lots of drivers at the front can’t compete with Alonso talent’Lewis Hamilton has stated that many drivers at the front of Formula 1 cannot compete with Fernando Alonso's pure talent. This remark came after Alonso confirmed his continued partnership with Aston Martin for the 2027 season, despite the team's struggles with their new engine alliance with Honda. Hamilton acknowledged that Alonso's abilities are currently hindered by the team's performance. Alonso, who is 45 years old, decided to extend his career with Aston Martin, citing his enjoyment of racing as a key factor. He expressed optimism about the potential improvements in the new regulations for 2027, particularly regarding the balance between electrical and internal combustion engine power. Alonso remains committed to giving Honda another opportunity to prove itself in the upcoming season.

PlanetF1Sat 3 Oct · 07:29 UTC

via gpfans.comMax Verstappen secures pole position in Bahrain qualifyingMax Verstappen achieved his first pole position of the 2026 Formula 1 season during qualifying for the Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia. His impressive lap time placed him ahead of his competitors, setting the stage for the race.

gpfans.com+ 7 moreSat 3 Oct · 06:58 UTC

via f1oversteer.comIsack Hadjar ‘never’ sees anything in Max Verstappen’s data he can’t do but one difference is clearIsack Hadjar, the Red Bull driver, claims he has never encountered anything in Max Verstappen's data that he cannot replicate. However, he acknowledges that Verstappen consistently pushes the limits of the car, which sets him apart from other drivers. Hadjar has impressed in his second season, having recently signed a contract extension with Red Bull for 2027. Despite facing challenges as Verstappen's teammate, Hadjar has shown strong performance, scoring 86 points so far this season. He has reached Q3 in all his appearances, although he trails Verstappen in several qualifying and race results. Hadjar's confidence in his abilities suggests he is adapting well to the pressures of competing alongside a four-time champion.

f1oversteer.comSat 3 Oct · 06:30 UTC

via racer.comKimi Antonelli leads Mercedes in Bahrain final practiceKimi Antonelli set the fastest time in final practice for the Bahrain Grand Prix, placing Mercedes at the top of the order. The championship leader outpaced Max Verstappen of Red Bull, showcasing a strong performance ahead of the race.

racer.com+ 1 moreSat 3 Oct · 05:42 UTC

via f1oversteer.comKimi Antonelli tops final practice at Bahrain Grand PrixKimi Antonelli of Mercedes achieved the fastest time in Free Practice 3 for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen by 0.278 seconds. This performance sets the stage for a competitive qualifying session between Mercedes and Red Bull.

f1oversteer.com+ 3 moreSat 3 Oct · 05:33 UTC

via RacingNews365Mercedes struggles with W17 upgrade at Bahrain Grand PrixMercedes has encountered significant difficulties with its W17 car following a major upgrade at the Bahrain Grand Prix, failing to achieve competitive qualifying times. Team principal Toto Wolff expressed confusion over the lack of performance improvement, as both drivers were unable to break into the top three.

RacingNews365+ 6 moreSat 3 Oct · 04:00 UTC

via Motorsport.comLewis Hamilton praises Fernando Alonso's talentLewis Hamilton has expressed admiration for Fernando Alonso following his contract extension with Aston Martin. The seven-time Formula 1 champion described Alonso's skills as 'pure talent', earning Hamilton widespread praise from fans on social media.

Motorsport.com+ 1 moreFri 2 Oct · 21:06 UTC

via f1oversteer.comJuan Pablo Montoya says there would be 'tears' if he raced Max Verstappen thanks to F1’s rulesJuan Pablo Montoya expressed his thoughts on how racing against Max Verstappen would have been disastrous, stating it would likely end in tears due to their aggressive driving styles. He noted that modern drivers are more aware of the financial implications of crashes, which adds to the caution on track. During a podcast interview, Montoya defended his own driving record, claiming he did not crash as frequently as people believed. He acknowledged that while he had significant crashes, they were not as common as his reputation suggested. Ultimately, he concluded that the combination of their driving styles would have led to significant incidents if they had raced together.

f1oversteer.comFri 2 Oct · 20:00 UTC

via f1oversteer.comLaurent Mekies admits he'd love the Max Verstappen 'problem' Martin Brundle can now see for Red BullLaurent Mekies of Red Bull Racing expressed enthusiasm about the competitive dynamic between Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar, following their recent success. The duo achieved a double podium finish, marking a significant improvement for the team this season, and Mekies highlighted Hadjar's impressive performance in Baku as a turning point for the second seat at Red Bull. Mekies acknowledged the potential challenges of managing two strong drivers competing for points but views it as a positive situation for the team. He emphasized the importance of teamwork and the possibility of making difficult decisions in the future, indicating that both drivers are committed to maximizing team results. With Hadjar eager to establish his position and Verstappen focusing on the upcoming season, Red Bull appears to be in a strong position moving forward.

f1oversteer.comFri 2 Oct · 19:00 UTC

via f1oversteer.comJuan Pablo Montoya heard Max Verstappen say something about George Russell that he ‘never’ likes toJuan Pablo Montoya thinks Max Verstappen saw George Russell “in a different light” for the first time in the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix given his ...

f1oversteer.comFri 2 Oct · 17:00 UTC

via theguardian.comKimi Antonelli tops FP3 at Bahrain Grand Prix in MalaysiaKimi Antonelli topped the final practice session for the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, recovering from a challenging Friday for Mercedes. His performance alleviated concerns regarding the team's upgraded W17 car, although team-mate George Russell was six tenths slower.

theguardian.com+ 3 moreFri 2 Oct · 15:22 UTC

via PlanetF1Red Bull expresses wish for team orders with VerstappenRed Bull Racing has revealed a desire to implement team orders involving Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar. The team decided against imposing such orders during the recent race in Baku.

PlanetF1+ 1 moreFri 2 Oct · 14:37 UTC

via RaceFansHamilton warned and Ferrari fined for practice incidentLewis Hamilton received a formal warning from the FIA stewards for unnecessarily impeding Gabriel Bortoleto during second practice at Sepang. Ferrari was also fined €10,000, approximately $11,250, for their involvement in the incident.

RaceFans+ 2 moreFri 2 Oct · 12:37 UTC

via F1iMax Verstappen and Charles Leclerc lead in SepangMax Verstappen of Red Bull Racing and Charles Leclerc of Ferrari topped the timesheets during the opening days of the Bahrain Grand Prix weekend in Sepang. Their performances have set the stage for an exciting qualifying session ahead.

F1iFri 2 Oct · 11:07 UTC

via RacingNews365George Russell warns of Mercedes struggles in BahrainGeorge Russell has expressed concerns about Mercedes' performance at the Bahrain Grand Prix, stating that the car is 'off the pace' compared to rivals Red Bull and McLaren. Despite a significant upgrade, Russell believes adjustments are necessary to improve competitiveness.

RacingNews365+ 2 moreFri 2 Oct · 10:50 UTC

via Motorsport WeekFIA investigates Lewis Hamilton over Bahrain practice incidentThe FIA has launched an investigation into Lewis Hamilton following a blocking incident involving Gabriel Bortoleto during the second practice session at the Bahrain Grand Prix. This marks another instance of Hamilton facing scrutiny for his actions in practice.

Motorsport Week+ 2 moreFri 2 Oct · 10:41 UTC

via CrashMax Verstappen's unique tyre strategy in Bahrain practiceMax Verstappen employed an unusual medium-tyre strategy during Free Practice 2 for the Bahrain Grand Prix at the Sepang International Circuit. The session saw lap times significantly slower than expected, attributed to the poor track surface.

Crash+ 4 moreFri 2 Oct · 10:26 UTC

via Motorsport.comMax Verstappen explains tyre strategy in practiceMax Verstappen revealed that he opted for a medium-tyre strategy during Free Practice 2 at the Sepang International Circuit due to concerns about potential rain. The Red Bull driver did not conduct a qualifying simulation run, prioritising caution over performance.

Motorsport.com+ 2 moreFri 2 Oct · 10:10 UTC

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