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Leclerc expects Ferrari to struggle after ‘difficult Friday’
Charles Leclerc believes that Ferrari could be in for a tricky weekend at the Austrian Grand Prix following some struggles on Friday.
Are Mercedes a step ahead of the competition in Austria?
The silver cars of Mercedes looked mighty fine as they navigated the beautiful Red Bull Ring nestled in the Styrian Hills during Friday practice for the Austrian Grand Prix. But are they the one to beat in Spielberg – or can Red Bull, Ferrari and McLaren, who all brought upgrades of varying degrees, get in on the action?
Red Bull’s big upgrade leads updates list in Austria
F1 moves on from Barcelona to Spielberg for the Austrian Grand Prix this weekend, where various car and power unit developments are expected to be rolled out. But what exactly will each squad be running? F1.com presents a round-up…
AS IT HAPPENED: Follow Second Practice in Austria
Live coverage of Friday's second Formula 1 practice session for the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix.
Red Bull boss Mekies shares latest on Verstappen’s future
Laurent Mekies has shared another update on Max Verstappen’s Red Bull future, claiming the Dutchman “has made clear to us that he wants to continue with the team”, while being well aware that “he needs a fast car to be happy”.
Antonelli sets the pace from Piastri and Norris in Austria FP2
Kimi Antonelli ended Friday's running at the Austrian Grand Prix on top for Mercedes.
Vowles shares upgrade plan after being 'impressed' by rivals
Team Principal James Vowles has detailed when Williams will be introducing upgrades this season as the team continues to struggle to reach the top of the midfield fight.
Leon’s strategy call earns him F2 pole in Spielberg
Noel Leon took his maiden Formula 2 pole position in Spielberg, beating Alexander Dunne and his Campos Racing team mate Nikola Tsolov to top spot on Friday.
Hayu Yamakoshi secures maiden F3 pole position in Spielberg
F3 driver Hiyu Yamakoshi claimed a surprise pole position at the Red Bull Ring.
Mercedes expect to have ‘fight on our hands’ in Austria
Mercedes are braced for McLaren, Red Bull and Ferrari to all potentially pose a threat as the Austrian Grand Prix weekend develops, despite their pace-setting start to the event with Kimi Antonelli on Friday.
Piastri admits McLaren ‘a step behind’ Antonelli in Austria
McLaren enjoyed a strong performance in Friday’s running at the Austrian Grand Prix, with Oscar Piastri finishing the day in P2.
Verstappen to McLaren? F1’s ‘silly season’ is ramping up
Formula 1's 'silly season' has flicked up a gear at the Red Bull Ring, with Max Verstappen, McLaren, Racing Bulls and Esteban Ocon all in the thick of it – but what is really going down?