The #80 Winward Racing car claimed victory in the Nürburgring 24 Hours, avoiding the reliability issues that plagued the Max Verstappen-led #3 sister Mercedes.
Laurent Mekies has reiterated his belief that Gianpiero Lambiase is set to become a McLaren team principal, standing firm on comments that continue to be rejected by the Woking-based outfit. The post Mekies doubles down on Lambiase McLaren claim appeared first on ApexF1.com.
Kimi Antonelli made it four wins on the bounce in Canada, as the youngster extended his lead over team mate George Russell in the standings. Those two provided plenty of entertainment in Canada, until Russell was forced to retire with a problem.
Oscar Piastri is the rumoured main option on Red Bull’s radar should Max Verstappen quit F1.
Racing Bulls have been fined €30,000 (£25,900), two-thirds of which has been suspended, after the stewards discovered a fault on Liam Lawson’s car.
Lucas Auer has secured a place in Top Qualifying 2 on behalf of Team Verstappen, and the #3 Mercedes is still in the battle for pole.
BMW finally has a WEC win as it became the sixth manufacturer from the last seven races to taste victory.
Full Sprint results from the 2026 Canadian Grand Prix at the Circuit Gilles Villeneueve where George Russell took victory The post Canadian GP: Sprint Results appeared first on ApexF1.com.
Red Bull Team Principal Laurent Mekies has dismissed suggestions that he will have to change his driver line-up for next season, stating that Max Verstappen “is telling us he’s happy at Red Bull”.
Formula 1 drivers praised the 2026 chassis rules but restated their criticism of the power unit regulations after a lively Canadian Grand Prix.