How 2026 F1 sprint races work: qualifying, points and schedule
How F1 sprint race weekends work in 2025, including points awarded, the sprint shootout qualifying format, race length and results so far
Shanghai's long straight and a sprint weekend will put F1's new rules under scrutiny once more
Outspoken drivers say that F1's new rules are an accident waiting to happen — and there are signs that they are being listened to. Mark Hughes examines the
unrest beneath the Australian GP spectacle
The 2026 Formula 1 season features six sprint races, beginning at the Chinese Grand Prix in March. See the full sprint schedule for this season, as well as circuit guides and details on the format
From Fangio's dominant Mercedes to Button's miracle Brawn, Formula 1 has a proud tradition of strong debuts - and Audi is the latest team to arrive in style
Two decades ago Fernando Alonso looked set to rule F1 for years. But in the twilight of his GP career he has taken on the role of tragic hero: still razor-sharp but burdened with a car that's farcically uncompetitive
Melbourne's season-opener delivered spectacular racing - but raised uncomfortable questions about what Formula 1 has become
The 2026 Formula 1 season roared into life with a whirlwind of overtaking at the front. But, in the excitement of the lead battle between George Russell and Charles Leclerc, one key element looks to have been lost
Why did Ferrari’s pre-season promise disappear in qualifying for the 2026 Australian Grand Prix? Mark Hughes has a theory that we may soon see it again
As Aston Martin's 2026 nightmare unfolds, history offers a stark warning: in Formula 1, a bottomless budget has never been enough
As conflict continues to affect the Middle East, the F1 calendar could shrink
The Lotus that Senna drove to two victories and five pole positions in 1986 is heading to auction
Watch F1 via live stream or on TV: dates and start time for the 2026 Australian Grand Prix
Motor Sport F1 Show with Mark Hughes
Why Adrian Newey's towering ambitions could come good. Plus: what to look for at the Australian GP; F1 contingencies if Bahrain GP is cancelled; and Mark answers your questions
Valtteri Bottas had been expecting to serve a penalty from the 2024 Abu Dhabi GP when he returned to the Formula 1 grid with Cadillac. But an unexpected rule change has given him a clean sheet
Formula 1 has never asked this much of a driver in a single lap. Albert Park is where we find out if anyone has the answers to the new 2026 regulations
The new era begins in Melbourne this weekend - but will F1's boldest gamble in decades deliver?