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Ferrari F1 car debuting rotating rear wing, flipping upside down during practice at 2026 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai.

Ferrari debuts rotating rear wing at Chinese Grand Prix

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Ferrari will introduce its innovative rotating rear wing during the first practice session at the 2026 Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai. The device, tested earlier in Bahrain pre-season, flips completely upside down to reduce drag on straights. Lewis Hamilton praised the team's efforts in accelerating its development for the weekend.

Charles Leclerc encounters power unit issue in Chinese GP sprint qualifying

Charles Leclerc of Ferrari faced a power unit management problem during sprint qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix, which cost him potential grid position. The issue arose from energy depletion on the track's long back straight in his final SQ3 lap. This incident underscores the complexities of current Formula 1 power units and hybrid strategies.

Mercedes claims 1-2 in Chinese GP sprint qualifying

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George Russell secured pole position for the sprint race at the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix, leading a Mercedes 1-2 ahead of team-mate Lewis Hamilton. This result highlights ongoing team-mate battles in qualifying sessions. Motorsport.com tracks these head-to-head records based solely on lap times, excluding grid penalties.

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Casio launches Honda-inspired watch for F1 victory anniversary

Casio has released its Edifice Sospensione x Honda collaboration watch in the US, commemorating the 60th anniversary of Honda's first Formula 1 victory in 1965. The design draws inspiration from the Honda RA272 car that secured the win. The limited-edition timepiece features elements mimicking the car's appearance and includes standard Casio functionalities.

Oliver Bearman warns Australian GP could test new F1 regulations severely

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Oliver Bearman, the 20-year-old Haas F1 Team driver, has cautioned that the Australian Grand Prix at Albert Park might represent a challenging start for the new Formula 1 regulations. He highlighted the circuit's limited braking zones as a potential drawback for energy management. Despite the anticipated chaos, Bearman sees opportunities in the season opener.

F1 eyes more sprint races and format tweaks from 2027

Formula 1 is considering doubling its sprint races to 12 per year starting in 2027 and exploring changes to regular race weekends for more action across three days. CEO Stefano Domenicali emphasized the need for calm regarding the 2026 regulations amid early testing concerns. These discussions occurred during pre-season testing in Bahrain.

Piastri adjusts management team ahead of 2026 F1 season

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Oscar Piastri has made changes to his management setup for the 2026 Formula 1 season, with Mark Webber stepping back from trackside duties. The Australian driver emphasized that the shift is not dramatic and Webber remains involved. This comes as pre-season testing in Bahrain nears its end.

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