Formula 1 2026 Season

[Damiango]

The 2026 F1 season has kicked off with an exciting opener in Australia and George Russell came out on top with a solid win. The race had some close battles, strategic pit stops and a few surprises that set the tone for what could be an unpredictable season.

It will be interesting to see how the teams adapt and whether Russell can keep this momentum. What were your takeaways from the race, and who do you think will be the main championship contenders this year?

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[panchothedog]

NHRA also started its season today. Couldn't watch it live ( I was at church ).
Will watch the replay Tuesday afternoon.

 

[Hellion]

Thanks for posting. That's a neat graphical schedule.

 

[Damiango]

Mercedes are showing strong form this season, taking another 1-2 finish in the Chinese GP and making themselves tough to beat. This time Kimi got the win and George got P2.

 

[Damiango]

It seems no one is gonna stop Mercedes this season as they secured another pole this season after winning the sprint race earlier in the day in Canada.

 

[Grizzlymi]

Shipping the cars, crew and equipment across the world must cost a fortune!

 

[Damiango]

It seems no one is going to stop Kimi from winning the championship this season, as he wins the Monaco GP to make it five wins in a row.

 

[Edwin Spangler]

Other than drooling over F1 of past (Senna/Prost), the only exposure I have to it is watching that Lance Stroll fella. Its amazing how someone can F up so catostrophically, over and over. Not that Im rooting for his failure, Id like to see him do good lol. Its just a thing of awe.

Ive seen nothing of this year however.


Oh and Piquet is the coolest driver EVER.

 

[Damiango]

Lewis Hamilton gets his first win with Ferrari as he wins the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.

 

[Damiango]

Congratulations to Charles Leclerc for winning the British GP, his first race win this season.

 

[panchothedog]

Don't know if you know who Pato O'ward is. He has come in 2nd at the Indy 500 twice and today won his 1st event of the year. A very charismatic and popular driver on the Indy car circuit. Hard not to be in awe of the formula 1 machines, but the lack of passing and wheel to wheel racing makes for a boring TV broadcast. Not trying to rain on anybody's parade, just my opinion. NHRA and Indy car. Merican racing.

 

[Hellion]

Thanks for this thread, Damiango. Too easy to forget this great sport in the daily hubbub or distractions of life. It is great fun to spectate.

 

[Damiango]

This kid is special.

Formula 1 (@F1) on X

YES, KIMI! 💪 ANTONELLI WINS THE BELGIAN GRAND PRIX! 🏆🎉 #F1 #BelgianGP

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[Edwin Spangler]

This kid is special.

Formula 1 (@F1) on X

YES, KIMI! 💪 ANTONELLI WINS THE BELGIAN GRAND PRIX! 🏆🎉 #F1 #BelgianGP

x.com

Kid has a super nice sim to practice on. I was just reading an article on him about it.

 

[Damiango]

Happy for Lando’s win in Hungary, but it’s tough on Oscar who also deserved a podium.

 

[Damiango]

F1 is back at Sepang this weekend for the first time since 2017, which makes this one a pretty special race. If you are heading to the circuit, make sure you check the bag rules before leaving, as security checks will be in place and some everyday items may not be permitted. Keeping your bag small and only taking the essentials should make getting through the gates much easier. This Sepang bag policy guide is worth checking before you head out.