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Toto Wolff admits he hopes Max Verstappen does not walk away from Formula 1, amid growing signs the Dutchman is losing motivation.

Pressure is mounting on championship leader George Russell at Mercedes as teammate Kimi Antonelli continues his rapid rise in the opening phase of 2026.

Formula 1's 2026 regulations are facing growing backlash after qualifying at Suzuka starkly exposed the extent of the sport's energy management problem.

Fernando Alonso has hinted he could extend his Formula 1 career beyond 2026, insisting he does not want to leave the sport on a low note.

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Fernando Alonso has confirmed the birth of his first child after arriving late at Suzuka, following his absence on Thursday.

Isack Hadjar is already showing signs of becoming the first teammate in years able to consistently support Max Verstappen at Red Bull.

Laurent Mekies held talks with Max Verstappen after the Dutchman's decision to eject a journalist from his Suzuka press session sparked internal unease at Red Bull.

Jos Verstappen admits he fears his son Max could lose motivation in Formula 1 under the current regulations.

Yuki Tsunoda says he has no regrets about stepping back into a reserve role in 2026 - insisting it was a deliberate decision to stay within the Formula 1 paddock.

The FIA has moved to calm the controversy over Mercedes' so-called "two-phase" front wing, insisting the issue was minor and not worthy of formal action.

Mattia Binotto has insisted he was caught off guard by Jonathan Wheatley's sudden departure, as Audi begins considering how to reorganise its leadership structure.

Aston Martin has played down speculation linking Jonathan Wheatley with a move to the team, amid wider uncertainty about its leadership structure.

Riccardo Patrese believes Kimi Antonelli has a real shot at beating his more experienced teammate George Russell to the 2026 world championship.

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Max Verstappen refused to begin his Suzuka media session on Thursday until a British journalist left the room, in an extraordinary press conference standoff.

Nico Hulkenberg admits he was taken completely by surprise by former team boss Jonathan Wheatley's sudden departure - learning of the news from an unlikely source.

Confusion and tension appear to be growing between Aston Martin and engine partner Honda, as both sides offered conflicting views on reliability ahead of Suzuka.

Carlos Sainz admits he has been left shocked by Williams' dramatic drop in form at the start of the 2026 season.

George Russell says growing scrutiny of Mercedes' early-season dominance is simply "how the sport works", amid fresh technical controversies in Suzuka.

Lewis Hamilton says he is enjoying Formula 1 more than ever under the controversial 2026 regulations - despite ongoing criticism from Max Verstappen.