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MARCH 27, 2026

Perez rejects rusty claim as Cadillac duo settle in

Sergio Perez has pushed back at suggestions he and teammate Valtteri Bottas are "rusty" after their return to Formula 1 with Cadillac.

Friday Photos

Japan GP - Friday Photos

Friday Press Conference

Japan GP - Friday Press Conference

Friday Team Quotes

Japan GP - Friday Team Quotes

Practice 2 Results

Japan GP - Practice 2 Results

Practice 1 Results

Japan GP - Practice 1 Results

MARCH 26, 2026

Thursday Press Conference

Japan GP - Thursday Press Conference

Alonso late at Suzuka as fatherhood news emerges

Fernando Alonso was absent from media duties ahead of the Japanese GP at Suzuka on Thursday - with strong reports in Spain indicating he has just become a father for the first time.

Monza test talk fades, FIA tweaks energy rules

Talk in the Suzuka paddock about a potential Ferrari-organised test at Monza is already fading, amid resistance from rival teams and fresh intervention from the FIA over Formula 1's controversial 2026 rules.

Leclerc downplays Ferrari-Merc fight despite early battles

Charles Leclerc has played down the apparent closeness between Ferrari and Mercedes, insisting the gap at the front is "not as close as it looks".

Mercedes tweaks front wing after Ferrari query

Mercedes has reportedly made subtle changes to its much-discussed front wing design at Suzuka, following Ferrari's queries about its behaviour in China.

Leclerc plays down Suzuka energy tweak impact

Charles Leclerc does not expect Formula 1's new qualifying rule tweak to make a major difference, amid ongoing concerns about the 2026 regulations.

MARCH 25, 2026

Wolff hits back as Marko reveals 2026 concerns

Toto Wolff has defended Formula 1's controversial 2026 regulations amid renewed criticism from Dr Helmut Marko, as the debate over the new era continues to intensify.

Ferrari queries Mercedes two-phase front wing

Ferrari has approached the FIA for clarification over Mercedes' controversial front wing behaviour, which rivals believe may not operate as smoothly as the rules intend.

Newey not doing well as crisis deepens says Marko

Dr Helmut Marko has revealed he has been in contact with Adrian Newey - and says his former colleague is struggling amid Aston Martin's troubled start to 2026.

Wolff dismisses freshest Verstappen rumours

Toto Wolff has brushed aside fresh speculation linking Max Verstappen with a move to Mercedes, insisting he has no reason to consider a driver change.

Domenicali admits 2026 rules tweak possible

Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali has acknowledged that changes to the controversial 2026 regulations may be needed - but insists any adjustments must be made "in a constructive way".

Ralf links Krack to Audi as problems emerge

Ralf Schumacher has suggested Aston Martin's Mike Krack could emerge as a candidate for a senior role at Audi following Jonathan Wheatley's sudden departure.

MARCH 24, 2026

Stroll blasts Aston car as Honda hopes muted for Suzuka

Lance Stroll has been captured venting his frustration at Aston Martin's troubled 2026 car as the team prepares for Honda's home race in Japan.

Wolff blamed for halfway F1 rules as debate rages on

Formula E founder Alejandro Agag has pointed the finger at Toto Wolff and Mercedes for shaping Formula 1's controversial 2026 regulations - and gaining an early advantage as a result.

Ferrari turned down Antonelli as youngster, says father

Kimi Antonelli's father has revealed how Ferrari missed the chance to sign Italy's new Formula 1 star many years before his breakthrough.

Friend hits back at rumours over Rovanpera withdrawal

Takamoto Katsuta has defended close friend Kalle Rovanpera after speculation emerged about the reasons behind the Finn's sudden withdrawal from his Super Formula season.

MARCH 23, 2026

Wheatley exits Audi, Aston confirms Newey role shift

Jonathan Wheatley has left Audi with immediate effect, in a move that adds fresh momentum to speculation about a senior management reshuffle at Aston Martin.