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MARCH 28, 2026

Aston plays down rumours as Horner talk resurfaces

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

Antonelli can beat non-champion Russell says Patrese

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

Saturday Photos

Japan GP - Saturday Photos

Saturday Press Conference

Japan GP - Saturday Press Conference

Saturday Team Quotes

Japan GP - Saturday Team Quotes

Qualifying Results

Japan GP - Qualifying Results

Practice 3 Results

Japan GP - Practice 3 Results

MARCH 27, 2026

Team to speak with Verstappen after media incident

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

Hulk shocked by Wheatley exit, teammate hints at reasons

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.

Tension grows over Aston-Honda issues amid Suzuka strain

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.

Sainz stunned by slump, Norris backs McLaren recovery

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

Russell shrugs off Mercedes scrutiny as rivals push back

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

Hamilton and Verstappen stirring things up says Steiner

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

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.