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Mercedes balances title rivals as Russell and Antonelli clash in Malaysia return

Mercedes returns to Sepang with major upgrades as Kimi Antonelli and George Russell prepare for a critical title showdown. Verstappen's Red Bull has shown recent improvement, while tyre degradation will define strategy.

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Verstappen sets pace as Red Bull emerges strongest in Bahrain practice

Max Verstappen topped opening practice at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, with Red Bull emerging as the team to beat despite earlier results suggesting otherwise. Charles Leclerc and George Russell acknowledged Red Bull's competitive strength, while Mercedes introduced a major upgrade but fac...

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Solberg Seizes Rally Lead as Evans' Title Dream Hangs in Balance

Oliver Solberg takes the lead at Rally Italia Sardegna as Elfyn Evans' 17-point championship advantage shrinks to four. With 13 stages remaining, Evans must score 19 points to guarantee his first WRC title, but Solberg's flying form makes him the favourite.

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Hamilton backs Vasseur but sees Ferrari leadership overhaul ahead

Lewis Hamilton publicly backs Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur as the right leader but suggests the broader management structure above him could require significant changes. His comments come amid mounting scrutiny following the team's recent underperformance.

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Ferrari shuts down Horner speculation, reaffirms backing for Vasseur

Ferrari has issued a forceful statement reaffirming its full confidence in team principal Fred Vasseur, shutting down speculation that Christian Horner could replace him. The Italian marque held an unscheduled media call to make clear no managerial change was under consideration.

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Alonso Commits to F1 for Another Year, Says He Still Has the Speed

Fernando Alonso commits to staying with Aston Martin for at least one more season, citing his continued confidence in his speed and the influence of design legend Adrian Newey. The 45-year-old Spanish driver remains critical of 2026 regulations but believes the team has potential for success.

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Norris condemns Colapinto after Baku crash; online abuse erupts across F1 community

Lando Norris attacked Franco Colapinto after a safety car restart crash at Baku eliminated both drivers from the race and damaged Norris's title hopes. The incident sparked widespread online abuse directed at Norris and others in the Formula One community, prompting Alpine to condemn fan harassme...

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Norris demands ban for Colapinto after Azerbaijan restart crash

Lando Norris called for Franco Colapinto to be banned after a restart crash at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix eliminated three drivers. Colapinto locked up and hit Pierre Gasly, who then struck Norris. The stewards issued a 10-second penalty converted to a grid drop.

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Russell Holds Off Verstappen to Win Crash-Filled Azerbaijan Grand Prix

George Russell won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on 26 September 2026, holding off Max Verstappen by 0.196 seconds after two safety car periods compressed the field. The victory reduced Russell's championship deficit to 66 points with eight races remaining.

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Azerbaijan Grand Prix: Antonelli crashes in qualifying as Russell claims pole

George Russell claimed pole position for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after championship leader Kimi Antonelli crashed during qualifying on Friday. Antonelli will start 16th on the grid, handing the initiative to his Mercedes teammate. The race takes place on Saturday at noon BST.

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Russell vows to fight on in F1 title race despite 81-point deficit to Antonelli

George Russell topped both practice sessions at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix despite trailing teammate Kimi Antonelli by 81 points in the championship. With nine races remaining, Russell vows to fight until the title is mathematically impossible, while F1 awaits a mid-October decision on the final r...

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Russell takes pole position at Azerbaijan Grand Prix as Antonelli crashes in qualifying

George Russell claimed pole position at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix with a career-best qualifying margin, while championship leader Kimi Antonelli crashed out in qualifying after losing practice time to mechanical failure.

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