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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.
Lewis Hamilton expressed concerns that Ferrari could slip in the Formula 1 standings as McLaren unlocks more from its Mercedes engine. After qualifying sixth at the Japanese Grand Prix, the Ferrari driver highlighted the gap to leaders Mercedes. Ferrari sits second in the constructors' championship, trailing by 31 points after two races.
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Ferrari drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc finished fifth and sixth in second practice at the Japanese Grand Prix, trailing McLaren's Oscar Piastri by seven and eight tenths of a second. Hamilton described the SF-26 as not quick enough, citing balance issues and poor straight-line speed. The team plans overnight adjustments to challenge McLaren behind leaders Mercedes.
Formula 1 CEO Stefano Domenicali hailed the thrilling 2026 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai as a success, with packed grandstands of over 230,000 fans despite criticisms of the new regulations. Ferrari's Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton delivered intense battles for podium positions in one of the team's strongest cars in years.
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Lewis Hamilton edged Charles Leclerc for third place in an intense on-track duel during the Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai International Circuit. The battle, which saw Hamilton claim his first Ferrari podium, prompted criticism from 1997 champion Jacques Villeneuve for being too aggressive. Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur admitted to feeling scared but praised his drivers' professionalism.
The 31st Amelia Island Concours d’Elegance drew collectors and enthusiasts to northeast Florida in March 2026, featuring over 250 historic cars and record-breaking auctions totaling more than $180 million. A 1960 Ferrari 250 GT SWB California Spider sold for $16,505,000, the week's top price, while a 1931 Duesenberg Model J took Best of Show Concours d’Elegance. Clear weather and diverse events, including a Porsche reunion and L88 Corvette class, enhanced the weekend's appeal.
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Ferrari demonstrated stronger race performance than qualifying suggested at the 2026 Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, finishing third and fourth behind Mercedes' 1-2 — as detailed in our Mercedes dominance report. Team principal Fred Vasseur highlighted the result as more representative of the team's potential under new regulations, with Charles Leclerc briefly leading.
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