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McLaren Says Its Upgrades Work. Sepang Will Show How Much.
McLaren says its Baku upgrades worked as intended. Sepang’s varied corners offer a clearer test of how much performance the package can deliver.
Sepang’s Heat Hazard: The Challenge Beyond Lap Time
Sepang’s heat and humidity will test more than the cars. Here’s what the FIA’s heat-hazard declaration changes for drivers at the Bahrain GP in Malaysia.
Russell Closed the Gap. Antonelli Wants Control Back.
Russell’s Baku win cut Antonelli’s championship lead to 66 points. At Sepang, Antonelli wants his confidence back and the momentum turned around.
Retirement Can Wait: Alonso Commits to Aston Martin for 2027
Fernando Alonso teased retirement, then confirmed another season with Aston Martin. He’ll turn 46 in 2027, but says the speed, motivation and passion remain.
Horner’s Ferrari Dream. Vasseur’s Job.
Christian Horner’s Ferrari comments stirred the speculation. Ferrari’s response was clear: it backs Fred Vasseur. Now the focus turns to results at Sepang.
One Stop or Two? Pirelli Wants Sepang to Keep Teams Guessing
Save the tires or push harder and stop again? Pirelli’s Sepang selection aims to make both approaches competitive, giving teams a decision that could shape the race.
Mercedes Heads to Sepang With a Big Upgrade—and a Baku Win
Mercedes heads to Sepang with a Baku win behind it and a significant upgrade ahead. Can the planned updates give Russell and Antonelli another step forward?
Norris Owns His Baku Comments: “It Was Wrong of Me”
Lando Norris has revealed that he privately apologized to Franco Colapinto after Baku, admitting his frustration did not excuse his post-race comments.
Russell Wins Baku Thriller as Red Bull Doubles Up and McLaren Unravels
Russell held off Verstappen by just 0.196 seconds to cap a commanding Baku weekend. Red Bull celebrated a double podium, while Piastri’s mistake helped leave McLaren empty-handed.
Russell Takes Baku Pole, Antonelli Crashes, Sainz Gets Grid Penalty
George Russell took Baku pole by 0.837 seconds as Kimi Antonelli crashed, Leclerc edged Piastri by a thousandth and a grid penalty dropped Sainz down the order.
McLaren Brought the Upgrades. Where Was the Speed?
McLaren brought a major upgrade package to Baku, but Lando Norris finished FP2 1.484 seconds off George Russell’s pace. Encouraging technical data, unfinished setup work and a temporary repair left the team with plenty to resolve before qualifying.
ONE LAST BIG UPGRADE: RED BULL STILL HAS A 2026 WIN TO CHASE
Red Bull’s final significant 2026 upgrade arrives in Baku as most resources move toward 2027, but a first win remains an important target.
BAKU’S HIDDEN TRAP: WHY THE TROUBLE STARTS BEFORE TURN 1
Baku’s long flat-out section can cool the tires before Turn 1, increasing the risk of front-wheel lock-ups at one of the lap’s biggest braking zones.
TWO RACES. ONE OLD PROBLEM: WHY F1 DRIVERS DOUBT MONACO’S SPRINT
Monaco gets its first Sprint in 2027, but Hamilton, Verstappen and Norris question what another race can really change on F1’s narrow streets.
F1 2027 RULES: 10 SPRINTS, SHORTER GPs AND A HARD STOP
F1 will stage 10 Sprint weekends in 2027, while shorter GP distances and a new hard stop for interrupted races still await WMSC approval.
ONE RETURN, THREE DRIVERS RESET: HADJAR IS BACK FOR BAKU
Isack Hadjar’s return at the Azerbaijan GP restores Red Bull’s regular lineup, sends Liam Lawson back to Racing Bulls and returns Yuki Tsunoda to reserve duties.