Formula One News — May 2026

Former Formula 1 driver Nelson Piquet Jr. believes Lewis Hamilton has already slipped firmly into a supporting role at Ferrari behind Charles Leclerc.

Former Ferrari and Mercedes engineering chief Aldo Costa believes Aston Martin made a major error in how it structured the arrival of legendary designer Adrian Newey.

Dr Helmut Marko says Formula 1 would simply embrace another superstar if Max Verstappen eventually walks away from the sport.

FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem says he does not care about popularity as criticism of his leadership continues following his re-election for a second term.

Fresh rumours of a sensational driver-market shakeup are swirling through Formula 1, with reports now linking Oscar Piastri to Red Bull Racing and Max Verstappen to McLaren.

Formula 1's ADUO engine concession system will undergo its first assessment after the Canadian GP, with the FIA set to determine which manufacturers qualify for extra development freedom under the 2026 rules.

Stefano Domenicali has hit back at growing criticism of Formula 1's controversial new-era regulations, accusing "purists" and struggling teams of exaggerating the problems.

Nikolas Tombazis says Formula 1's planned 2027 regulation refinements are aimed at preventing the 'yo-yo' racing effect that emerged under the controversial new hybrid rules.

Stefano Domenicali admits he would be "thrilled" if teenage sensation Kimi Antonelli became world champion - even as the Formula 1 chief echoed concerns about excessive hype surrounding the 19-year-old Italian.

Max Verstappen says he wants to contest the Nurburgring 24 Hours "every single year" after plunging into what many drivers describe as the world's toughest endurance race.

Alpine has refused to deny mounting speculation linking the Enstone-based outfit with a future title sponsorship deal involving luxury fashion giant Gucci.

Denmark's long-running Formula 1 ambitions may be stirring again after wealthy heirs linked to pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk unveiled plans for a massive new circuit project in Padborg.

George Russell is under mounting pressure after being comprehensively beaten by teenage teammate Kimi Antonelli so far in 2026.

Max Verstappen is now attracting such enormous crowds away from Formula 1 that organisers of this weekend's Nurburgring 24 Hours are warning fans not to travel without tickets.

Isack Hadjar says Formula 1 is finally "going in the right direction" after the FIA and manufacturers agreed in principle to further soften the controversial 2026 engine regulations.

Max Verstappen remains fully committed to Red Bull despite intensifying speculation about his future, according to team boss Laurent Mekies.

Bernie Ecclestone believes the 2026 world championship is already slipping away from George Russell.

Daniel Ricciardo admits he could still return to racing one day - but only if it is "for the pure joy of driving".

The FIA has widened Formula 1's controversial Additional Development and Upgrade Opportunities (ADUO) system - a move likely to benefit struggling manufacturers led by Honda and potentially Ferrari.

Formula 1's controversial 2026 regulations are heading back into discussion on Friday, with the FIA, teams and FOM set to review whether the Miami tweaks actually improved the racing.

Max Verstappen says he wants to race "as much as possible" outside Formula 1 as the four-time world champion prepares for his first Nurburgring 24 Hours next weekend.

Cadillac is still waiting for its first points in Formula 1, but the new American team insists it remains firmly on the right path.

Dani Juncadella thinks Lewis Hamilton should have been punished for showing Franco Colapinto the middle finger during the Miami GP.

Switzerland has officially lifted its 71-year ban on circuit racing, ending one of the most unusual restrictions in world motorsport.

Ralf Schumacher says it may be time for Lewis Hamilton to step away from Formula 1 and allow Ferrari junior Oliver Bearman to take his place.