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Russell reflects on ‘joy to drive’ Sprint pole in China
George Russell labelled his pole-claiming performance in Sprint Qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix as a “joy to drive”, with the Briton confident that Mercedes have “found some improvements” in terms of their race starts.
Ride onboard as Russell takes Chinese GP Sprint pole
George Russell secured pole position in Sprint Qualifying at the Chinese Grand Prix.
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Mixed emotions for Ferrari drivers in China Sprint Qualifying
Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc were left with differing views after Sprint Qualifying at the Shanghai International Circuit – the former feeling “really pleased” and the latter left to rue issues on his final timed lap.
Norris targets 'opportunity' in China Sprint to beat Russell
Lando Norris believes the start of Saturday's Sprint at the Chinese Grand Prix is 'an opportunity for sure' to try and beat the Mercedes of George Russell and Kimi Antonelli.
Verstappen rues ‘disaster’ day of China Sprint Qualifying
Max Verstappen labelled Friday at the Chinese Grand Prix as a “disaster pace-wise”, with the Red Bull driver suggesting that he does not yet know what the team will do to address the issues for the rest of the weekend after ending Sprint Qualifying in P8.
What the teams said – Sprint Qualifying in China
The drivers and teams report back on Sprint Qualifying from the Shanghai International Circuit for the F1 Sprint 2026 Chinese Grand Prix.
AS IT HAPPENED: First practice in China
Live coverage of Friday's first practice session for the 2026 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai.
Russell sets the pace during FP1 in China
George Russell has topped the timesheets during the first and only practice session of the Chinese Grand Prix weekend, the Mercedes driver setting the pace from team mate Kimi Antonelli and McLaren’s Lando Norris.
Watch the highlights from FP1 in China as Russell tops the times
George Russell topped the timesheets for Mercedes in the only practice session of the Chinese Grand Prix weekend.
Chinese Grand Prix betting tips for new F1 markets
There are plenty of different betting markets to enjoy during the Chinese Grand Prix.
McLaren need to 'step it up as much as possible' – Norris
Reigning Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris admits that McLaren need to "step it up as much as possible" ahead of this weekend's Chinese Grand Prix.
Russell taking 'nothing for granted' ahead of Chinese GP
George Russell expects Ferrari to be Mercedes' closest competitor this weekend in the Chinese Grand Prix, and admits he is taking "nothing for granted" despite a strong start to the 2026 campaign.