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Madring Grand Prix: VSC Timing and Pit Delta Deliver Win to Antonelli Over Norris
A 12-second pit delta under the Virtual Safety Car allowed Kimi Antonelli to jump Lando Norris and secure victory at the inaugural Madring Grand Prix. The result expands Antonelli's championship lead to 81 points as debates emerge regarding circuit overtaking dynamics and VSC sporting regulations.
14 Sept 2026
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Pierre Gasly Stripped of Monaco Podium as FIA Court of Appeal Upholds Red Bull and McLaren Challenge
Pierre Gasly has been demoted to seventh place in the Monaco Grand Prix classification after McLaren and Red Bull successfully appealed his reinstated podium. The FIA International Court of Appeal restored two five-second speeding penalties, handing third place back to Red Bull's Isack Hadjar.
15 Sept 2026
Italian GP FP1: Ferrari Delivers 1-2 as Leclerc and Hamilton Debut Monza Engine Upgrade
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton delivered a Ferrari one-two in opening practice for the Italian Grand Prix at Monza. Ferrari's newly upgraded power unit showed immediate pace on medium tyres, while championship leader Kimi Antonelli worked on race simulations ahead of a back-of-the-grid engine penalty.
14 Sept 2026
F1 Drivers and Team Bosses Push for Madring Layout Changes to Boost Overtaking
Formula 1 drivers and team principals have called for geometric layout changes to Madrid's new Madring circuit following its inaugural Spanish Grand Prix. While the 3.36-mile track earned praise for qualifying pace and fan turnout, severe overtaking limits have prompted active discussions between organisers and the FIA ahead of year two.
14 Sept 2026
Formula 1 Confirms Milan for 2027 Season Launch Event Featuring 11 Teams
Formula 1 has announced that Milan will host its 2027 season launch event from February 18–20. The three-day festival will feature drivers and team principals across all 11 teams, headlined by a live broadcast show on opening night.
14 Sept 2026
Italian GP: George Russell Sets Friday Pace at Monza as Ferrari Challenge Fades in Practice Two
George Russell led Practice Two at the Italian Grand Prix with a 1:22.559 lap, edging Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli. With Antonelli facing a back-of-the-grid penalty on Sunday, Russell holds a key opportunity to reduce the championship gap at Monza.
14 Sept 2026
Lewis Hamilton Concedes 2026 F1 Title Race After Madrid Brake Failure
Lewis Hamilton suffered a race-ending brake failure at the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, dropping 101 points behind championship leader Kimi Antonelli. Hamilton conceded that Mercedes and Antonelli are unstoppable in the 2026 title race after the Italian claimed his eighth win of the season.
14 Sept 2026
Lando Norris Calls for Virtual Safety Car Overhaul After Spanish Grand Prix Defeat
Lando Norris has called for revisions to Formula 1's Virtual Safety Car rules after an ill-timed deployment cost him victory at the Spanish Grand Prix. The McLaren driver dropped from the lead to fifth before recovering to third behind race winner Kimi Antonelli.
13 Sept 2026
Spanish GP: Kimi Antonelli Secures Madring Victory as Virtual Safety Car Dismantles Norris's Lead
Kimi Antonelli won the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring, capitalizing on a Lap 15 Virtual Safety Car window that disrupted early leader Lando Norris. Antonelli extended his 2026 Drivers' Championship lead to 81 points as Norris finished third behind Max Verstappen, while Lewis Hamilton suffered an early retirement with brake issues.
13 Sept 2026
Stella Rejects Briatore Allegations After FIA Court Restores Monaco GP Penalties
The FIA International Court of Appeal has reinstated Pierre Gasly's Monaco GP pit-lane speeding penalties, promoting Isack Hadjar to third and Oscar Piastri to fourth. The verdict sparked an intense clash at Monza between Flavio Briatore and Andrea Stella over the hearing's impartiality.
13 Sept 2026
Spanish GP: Antonelli Sets Practice Pace in Madrid as Hamilton Crashes
Kimi Antonelli led the final practice session at the Spanish Grand Prix with a lap of 1:32.797, finishing ahead of Ferrari's Charles Leclerc. Lewis Hamilton caused a 45-minute red flag after crashing at the final corner, while Oliver Bearman also sustained heavy damage at Turn 11 ahead of qualifying in Madrid.
15 Sept 2026
VAR Duo Donohue and Antrobus Blocked from Manchester United Fixtures Following Derby Review
Match officials Matt Donohue and Blake Antrobus are set to be stood down from Manchester United fixtures following derby review protocols. Elsewhere, former Arsenal transfer director Edu joins Bulgarian club Levski Sofia, while Robbie Ure and Ryan Naderi secure national team roster tracking.