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Verstappen Sets Focus on Spanish GP After P3 Qualifying
Max Verstappen vows to stay sharp and aim for victory after starting third on the Spanish grid.
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Bearman Out of Madrid Qualifying After Harsh FP3 Crash
Ollie Bearman’s crash in Free Practice 3 forces him out of Spanish GP qualifying.
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Ritomo Miyata Secures First‑Ever F2 Victory in Madrid Sprint Race
Japanese rookie Ritomo Miyata clinched his maiden Formula 2 win in the inaugural Madrid sprint, sparking excitement ahead of the upcoming Monaco Grand Prix.
Lando Norris clinches dramatic Spanish GP pole, edging out rookie Antonelli
Lando Norris snatched his third pole of 2026 at Barcelona, beating Italy’s Oliver Antonelli by a whisker in the final seconds of qualifying.
Lance Stroll Handed Grid Penalty for Spanish Grand Prix Due to Power Unit Changes
Aston Martin driver Lance Stroll will start further back on the grid at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya after the team installed new power unit components ahead of the race.
Leclerc Says Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying Will Be One of the Toughest Tests of 2026
Charles Leclerc warns that the Madrid qualifying session at the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix will push drivers to the limit.
Antonelli tops FP3 in Spain as Hamilton and Bearman crash
Kimi Antonelli set the fastest lap in the final practice for the 2026 Spanish Grand Prix, while a collision between Lewis Hamilton and Oliver Bearman halted the session.
Spanish Grand Prix 2026 FP3: Verstappen Tops Final Practice, Ferrari Struggles
Max Verstappen led the final practice at Barcelona with a 1:13.254 lap, while Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz fell to 9th and 12th respectively.
Lance Stroll to Start From the Back of the Grid at the Spanish Grand Prix
Aston Martin’s Lance Stroll receives a 10‑place grid drop for Madrid after new power‑unit components breach the allocation limit.
F1 Teams Gain Key Insights from First Day of Running at the New Madrigali Circuit
Teams test the brand‑new Madrigali track, uncovering layout quirks and tyre behaviour ahead of the season opener.
Taito Kato Clinches Maiden FIA Formula 3 Pole in Madrid
Kato and Taponen secure front row in Spanish GP qualifying, boosting title hopes.
Spanish Grand Prix Qualifying Set for 2:00 pm IST on Saturday, FP3 to Follow at 5:30 pm IST
The 2026 Spanish Grand Prix qualifying session kicks off at 2:00 pm IST on Saturday, with the final practice (FP3) slated for 5:30 pm IST, according to Total Motorsport and RacingNews365.
New Madrid Street Circuit Throws Up Fresh Challenges for Drivers Ahead of Spanish Grand Prix
The inaugural Madrid street layout promises tight corners, variable grip and a steep learning curve for the grid, with rookie Andrea Antonelli hoping to keep his early‑season momentum.
FIA President Says Fernando Alonso Cannot Exit F1 While Uncompetitive
Mohammed Ben Sulayem warns that a departure by Fernando Alonso would be ‘not acceptable’ if the two‑time champion is still struggling to be competitive.
2026 Spanish Grand Prix Practice Sessions: Verstappen Leads FP1, Leclerc Tops FP2
Max Verstappen topped Friday’s first practice while Charles Leclerc topped the second, setting the tone for a tightly‑fought Spanish Grand Prix weekend.
Lindblad Sees Silver Lining After FP2 Crash in Spain
Despite a crash in FP2, Lindblad remains upbeat about his performance at the Spanish GP.
Friday Practice at the 2026 Spanish GP: Key Takeaways
A detailed look at the first day of sessions at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, highlighting performance trends and driver feedback.
Verstappen says Red Bull Still ‘Getting Up to Speed’ Ahead of Spanish Grand Prix
Max Verstappen admits Red Bull are still fine‑tuning their package at the challenging Madring circuit as the team prepares for the Spanish Grand Prix.
McLaren cites gearbox fault as cause of Lando Norris’ FP2 absence in Spain
McLaren confirmed a gearbox problem forced Norris to sit out Friday’s second free‑practice session at the Circuit de Barcelona‑Catalunya.
Spanish Grand Prix 2026: Practice Sessions Reveal Early Pace and Team Strategies
Friday’s dual practice sessions in Madrid set the tone for the Spanish GP, with Red Bull and Mercedes leading the pack and teams fine‑tuning their race programmes.
Teenage rookie Kimi Antonelli tops Spanish GP FP2, ahead of Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc
Kimi Antonelli set the fastest lap in Friday’s second practice at Barcelona, beating Charles Leclerc and signalling a strong debut for the Red Bull junior.
Carlos Sainz: The Heartbeat of Madrid’s Return to Formula 1
As Formula 1 returns to Madrid, Carlos Sainz’s connection to the city shines through, turning the Spanish GP into a homecoming for fans and the driver alike.
Mercedes Unveils Full Upgrade Package Ahead of Spanish Grand Prix
Mercedes reveals a comprehensive set of aerodynamic and power‑unit upgrades targeting improved down‑force and tyre performance for the Barcelona circuit.
Russell Leads Mercedes 1‑2 in FP1 on New ‘Madring’ Layout
George Russell set the pace in the opening practice session at the brand‑new Madring circuit, giving Mercedes an early edge ahead of the Spanish Grand Prix.
2026 Spanish Grand Prix: Madrigón Circuit Set to Host F1’s Newest Track
The 2026 Spanish GP will debut at the state‑of‑the‑art Madrigón Circuit, offering a fresh challenge for teams and fans alike.