September 17, 2026
F1’s 2027 calendar adds a Monaco sprint and plans to start the season in the Middle East, underlining the sport’s lean into growth and format changes — even when they challenge tradition.
Formula 1’s virtual safety car rules are set for debate after the Spanish Grand Prix fallout involving Lando Norris renewed concerns over timing swings and fairness.
Haas says talks with new partners are making positive progress, with 2027 funding potentially pushing its budget closer to Formula 1’s cap. For Haas, that commercial step could be as important as a technical upgrade.
Toto Wolff says George Russell’s difficult 2026 will not define his future. Autosport reports Mercedes still believes Russell can become world champion one day, even as Kimi Antonelli holds the upper hand in the title fight context described by the source.
Yuki Tsunoda has spoken candidly about the toll of life at Red Bull, saying the experience left him exhausted and unhappy. It is the latest reminder of how punishing the team’s second seat can be alongside Max Verstappen.
