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via PlanetF1Kimi Antonelli Leads After Challenging FP2 at Spanish Grand PrixKimi Antonelli recorded the fastest time in the second practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix at Madring. The session took place under hot conditions, with notable performances from other drivers including Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.
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via CrashLewis Hamilton Criticized for Driving Behavior in Madrid PracticeLewis Hamilton faced criticism from multiple Formula 1 rivals during the opening practice session at the new Madring circuit. Several drivers accused him of unsportsmanlike conduct and creating dangerous situations on the track.
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via RacingNews365FIA President Discusses Fernando Alonso's Future in Formula 1FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem expressed concern over Fernando Alonso's potential retirement from Formula 1. Alonso, who is set to race in his home grand prix in Madrid, has not confirmed any retirement plans.
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via CrashLeclerc to Race with Older Engine After Monza IncidentCharles Leclerc will not utilize the latest Ferrari ADUO2 engine at the Spanish Grand Prix due to damage sustained in a crash during the Italian Grand Prix. As a result, he will face a performance disadvantage compared to his teammate.+ 2 moreFri 11 Sep · 14:03 UTC
via PlanetF1FIA Initiates Investigations Following Spanish Grand Prix QualifyingThe FIA has launched investigations into multiple drivers after the Spanish Grand Prix qualifying session. George Russell, Kimi Antonelli, and Carlos Sainz are among those required to meet with the stewards regarding their actions during the event.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 13:42 UTC
via F1iDrivers Share Impressions After First Practice in SpainFormula 1 teams and drivers provided feedback following the initial practice session for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix. The session took place at the newly introduced Madring track in Madrid.
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via gpfans.comHamilton's Crash Highlights Final Practice for Spanish Grand PrixFinal practice for the Spanish Grand Prix featured a significant red flag due to a crash involving Lewis Hamilton. The session followed a previous incident on Friday where another driver also encountered barriers.
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via f1oversteer.comCharles Leclerc’s instant radio message on Lewis Hamilton moment at Madring proves Ferrari’s changeDuring Free Practice One at the inaugural Madring, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton secured third and fourth places, respectively, while George Russell led the session. Following a challenging performance at Monza, Ferrari showed signs of improvement as both drivers managed to avoid conflicts on track, which was a relief for team principal Fred Vasseur.
Leclerc demonstrated a notable change in behavior by calmly addressing a near-miss with Hamilton over the radio, suggesting a more diplomatic approach within the team. This incident has raised questions about whether this newfound professionalism will persist as the competition intensifies during the race weekend.
Fri 11 Sep · 13:30 UTC
via Motorsport.comFerrari "too late" to prioritise Lewis Hamilton in F1 title fight, says Jolyon PalmerFormer Formula 1 driver and F1 TV pundit Jolyon Palmer believes Ferrari has missed its window to prioritise Lewis Hamilton's championship bid, arguing that the Maranello outfit has already allowed its title hopes to slip away. The Fred Vasseur-led team arrived at the Spanish Grand Prix on the back of a disastrous home race at Monza. Starting third and fourth, Hamilton and team-mate Charles ... Keep reading
Fri 11 Sep · 13:09 UTC
via PlanetF1Lewis Hamilton Criticized for Controversial Actions at Spanish Grand PrixLewis Hamilton faced criticism from Sky Sports F1 analyst Anthony Davidson following incidents during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend. Davidson emphasized the importance of safety and advised young drivers to avoid similar behavior.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 13:02 UTC
via gpfans.comLewis Hamilton set for power advantage over Charles Leclerc after Ferrari decisionLewis Hamilton is set to have a power advantage over Charles Leclerc in the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix due to Ferrari's decision to install a pre-ADUO2 update power unit in Leclerc's car. This choice allows Leclerc to avoid an engine change penalty, as he will be using a previously utilized engine instead of a new one, which the team is cautious about after his recent crash.
Despite the challenges, Leclerc has expressed confidence in his readiness for the race, stating that he feels completely fine after recovering from the impact. Ferrari is prioritizing track time at the new circuit, which is expected to be demanding for both drivers and teams, while they continue to assess the condition of his Monza engine.Fri 11 Sep · 13:00 UTC
via the-race.comGeorge Russell Tops Practice Session at Madring in SpainGeorge Russell led the second practice session at the Madring circuit in Spain. He was followed closely by his Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli.
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via CrashAndrea Kimi Antonelli Tops Final Practice at Spanish Grand PrixAndrea Kimi Antonelli recorded the fastest time in the final practice session for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix. He finished 0.166 seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc, while George Russell placed further down the order.+ 3 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:40 UTC
via CrashGeorge Russell Leads Mercedes in First Practice at MadringGeorge Russell recorded the fastest time in the inaugural practice session at the new Madring circuit in Madrid. His teammate Lewis Hamilton faced challenges during the session, causing frustration among other drivers.+ 2 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:39 UTC
via f1oversteer.comGeorge Russell Leads Mercedes in Strong Start at Spanish GPGeorge Russell achieved the fastest time in the first free practice session of the Spanish Grand Prix. The performance indicates a positive start for Mercedes, although potential changes may be needed on Russell's side of the garage.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:34 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell Leads Mercedes in Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice 1George Russell achieved the fastest time in Free Practice 1 for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix held at the Madring. He was followed closely by Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc, marking a strong performance for Mercedes at the new venue.+ 4 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:30 UTC
via RacingNews365George Russell Leads First Practice at New Madring CircuitGeorge Russell achieved the fastest time in the inaugural Free Practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix at the new Madring circuit. He was followed closely by his Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli, marking a strong start for the team.
via Motorsport.comGeorge Russell Aims to Close Gap to Kimi Antonelli in ChampionshipGeorge Russell is working to improve his performance and close the gap to championship leader Kimi Antonelli, who has extended his lead. Former driver Juan Pablo Montoya suggests Russell may be overanalyzing his approach, impacting his results.+ 3 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:00 UTC
via RacingNews365Leclerc Attributes Qualifying Struggles to Outdated Ferrari EngineCharles Leclerc believes that not having access to Ferrari's latest engine specification negatively impacted his qualifying performance for the Spanish Grand Prix. The driver expressed concerns about how this engine disadvantage could affect his overall weekend.+ 2 moreFri 11 Sep · 11:41 UTC
via PlanetF1Kimi Antonelli Leads After Challenging FP2 at Spanish Grand PrixKimi Antonelli recorded the fastest time in the second practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix at Madring. The session took place under hot conditions, with notable performances from other drivers including Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.+ 2 moreFri 11 Sep · 14:45 UTCvia CrashLewis Hamilton Criticized for Driving Behavior in Madrid PracticeLewis Hamilton faced criticism from multiple Formula 1 rivals during the opening practice session at the new Madring circuit. Several drivers accused him of unsportsmanlike conduct and creating dangerous situations on the track.+ 3 moreFri 11 Sep · 14:38 UTCvia RacingNews365FIA President Discusses Fernando Alonso's Future in Formula 1FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem expressed concern over Fernando Alonso's potential retirement from Formula 1. Alonso, who is set to race in his home grand prix in Madrid, has not confirmed any retirement plans.+ 3 moreFri 11 Sep · 14:30 UTCvia CrashLeclerc to Race with Older Engine After Monza IncidentCharles Leclerc will not utilize the latest Ferrari ADUO2 engine at the Spanish Grand Prix due to damage sustained in a crash during the Italian Grand Prix. As a result, he will face a performance disadvantage compared to his teammate.+ 2 moreFri 11 Sep · 14:03 UTCvia PlanetF1FIA Initiates Investigations Following Spanish Grand Prix QualifyingThe FIA has launched investigations into multiple drivers after the Spanish Grand Prix qualifying session. George Russell, Kimi Antonelli, and Carlos Sainz are among those required to meet with the stewards regarding their actions during the event.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 13:42 UTCvia F1iDrivers Share Impressions After First Practice in SpainFormula 1 teams and drivers provided feedback following the initial practice session for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix. The session took place at the newly introduced Madring track in Madrid.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 13:39 UTCvia gpfans.comHamilton's Crash Highlights Final Practice for Spanish Grand PrixFinal practice for the Spanish Grand Prix featured a significant red flag due to a crash involving Lewis Hamilton. The session followed a previous incident on Friday where another driver also encountered barriers.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 13:34 UTCvia f1oversteer.comCharles Leclerc’s instant radio message on Lewis Hamilton moment at Madring proves Ferrari’s changeDuring Free Practice One at the inaugural Madring, Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton secured third and fourth places, respectively, while George Russell led the session. Following a challenging performance at Monza, Ferrari showed signs of improvement as both drivers managed to avoid conflicts on track, which was a relief for team principal Fred Vasseur.
Leclerc demonstrated a notable change in behavior by calmly addressing a near-miss with Hamilton over the radio, suggesting a more diplomatic approach within the team. This incident has raised questions about whether this newfound professionalism will persist as the competition intensifies during the race weekend.Fri 11 Sep · 13:30 UTCvia Motorsport.comFerrari "too late" to prioritise Lewis Hamilton in F1 title fight, says Jolyon PalmerFormer Formula 1 driver and F1 TV pundit Jolyon Palmer believes Ferrari has missed its window to prioritise Lewis Hamilton's championship bid, arguing that the Maranello outfit has already allowed its title hopes to slip away. The Fred Vasseur-led team arrived at the Spanish Grand Prix on the back of a disastrous home race at Monza. Starting third and fourth, Hamilton and team-mate Charles ... Keep readingFri 11 Sep · 13:09 UTCvia PlanetF1Lewis Hamilton Criticized for Controversial Actions at Spanish Grand PrixLewis Hamilton faced criticism from Sky Sports F1 analyst Anthony Davidson following incidents during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend. Davidson emphasized the importance of safety and advised young drivers to avoid similar behavior.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 13:02 UTCvia gpfans.comLewis Hamilton set for power advantage over Charles Leclerc after Ferrari decisionLewis Hamilton is set to have a power advantage over Charles Leclerc in the upcoming Spanish Grand Prix due to Ferrari's decision to install a pre-ADUO2 update power unit in Leclerc's car. This choice allows Leclerc to avoid an engine change penalty, as he will be using a previously utilized engine instead of a new one, which the team is cautious about after his recent crash.
Despite the challenges, Leclerc has expressed confidence in his readiness for the race, stating that he feels completely fine after recovering from the impact. Ferrari is prioritizing track time at the new circuit, which is expected to be demanding for both drivers and teams, while they continue to assess the condition of his Monza engine.Fri 11 Sep · 13:00 UTCvia the-race.comGeorge Russell Tops Practice Session at Madring in SpainGeorge Russell led the second practice session at the Madring circuit in Spain. He was followed closely by his Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:55 UTCvia CrashAndrea Kimi Antonelli Tops Final Practice at Spanish Grand PrixAndrea Kimi Antonelli recorded the fastest time in the final practice session for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix. He finished 0.166 seconds ahead of Charles Leclerc, while George Russell placed further down the order.+ 3 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:40 UTCvia CrashGeorge Russell Leads Mercedes in First Practice at MadringGeorge Russell recorded the fastest time in the inaugural practice session at the new Madring circuit in Madrid. His teammate Lewis Hamilton faced challenges during the session, causing frustration among other drivers.+ 2 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:39 UTCvia f1oversteer.comGeorge Russell Leads Mercedes in Strong Start at Spanish GPGeorge Russell achieved the fastest time in the first free practice session of the Spanish Grand Prix. The performance indicates a positive start for Mercedes, although potential changes may be needed on Russell's side of the garage.+ 1 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:34 UTCvia RacingNews365George Russell Leads Mercedes in Spanish Grand Prix Free Practice 1George Russell achieved the fastest time in Free Practice 1 for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix held at the Madring. He was followed closely by Kimi Antonelli and Charles Leclerc, marking a strong performance for Mercedes at the new venue.+ 4 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:30 UTCvia RacingNews365George Russell Leads First Practice at New Madring CircuitGeorge Russell achieved the fastest time in the inaugural Free Practice session for the Spanish Grand Prix at the new Madring circuit. He was followed closely by his Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli, marking a strong start for the team.via Motorsport.comGeorge Russell Aims to Close Gap to Kimi Antonelli in ChampionshipGeorge Russell is working to improve his performance and close the gap to championship leader Kimi Antonelli, who has extended his lead. Former driver Juan Pablo Montoya suggests Russell may be overanalyzing his approach, impacting his results.+ 3 moreFri 11 Sep · 12:00 UTCvia RacingNews365Leclerc Attributes Qualifying Struggles to Outdated Ferrari EngineCharles Leclerc believes that not having access to Ferrari's latest engine specification negatively impacted his qualifying performance for the Spanish Grand Prix. The driver expressed concerns about how this engine disadvantage could affect his overall weekend.+ 2 moreFri 11 Sep · 11:41 UTCPage 7 of 62