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The Final Countdown: How Márquez vs Aprilia Could Unfold Over Six Remaining Weekends

Just two points separate Jorge Martín and Marc Márquez, while Marco Bezzecchi remains 47 points behind with six MotoGP weekends still to come. From Indonesia to Valencia, the final stretch of the season offers very different opportunities for the three title contenders. Previous results may provide clues, but the championship battle between Aprilia and Ducati will unfold across very different circuits.

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Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia: Verstappen Wins the Wettest Bahrain Race Ever

A tropical storm, a delayed start, cars refusing to move, and a race that turned into an unexpected Malaysian classic. Max Verstappen finally took his first win of the season, while Kimi Antonelli and Lewis Hamilton completed the podium. Behind them, strategy gambles, technical failures, and plenty of chaos made the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia one of the strangest races of the year.

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Horner or No Horner? That Is the Question for Ferrari 

Frédéric Vasseur has Ferrari’s confidence, while Christian Horner has made no secret of his interest in the team principal role. As results continue to raise questions at Maranello, could Horner bring the change Ferrari needs? Or would the team simply be swapping one problem for another?

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Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia Qualifying: Verstappen Takes Pole as Sepang Shuffles the Order

The relocated Bahrain Grand Prix has brought Formula One back to Sepang, and the legendary Malaysian circuit has wasted no time shaking up the order. Max Verstappen takes his first pole of the season, with Lewis Hamilton putting Ferrari on the front row. Mercedes and McLaren, meanwhile, are left searching for answers after a surprisingly difficult qualifying session. 

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Land of Fire: Russell’s Perfect Weekend and Chaos Behind Him at Baku 

George Russell completed a perfect weekend in Baku, taking pole, victory, the fastest lap, and every lap led. Max Verstappen came within 0.196 seconds of snatching the win, while Isack Hadjar returned from injury to take the final podium spot and Kimi Antonelli fought back from P16 to fifth. And, as usual in Baku, there was plenty of chaos along the way.

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Baku Qualifying: Russell Finds Eight-Tenths on the Caspian Shore

George Russell found eight-tenths on the Caspian shore to take his fifth pole of the 2026 season in Baku. Antonelli found the wall, Williams and Alpine crashed the Q3 party, and nobody came remotely close to Russell’s 0.837-second advantage. Then the penalties arrived to reshuffle the grid, because apparently Baku qualifying had not caused enough chaos already.

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It’s a New Dawn, It’s a New Day, It’s a New Life for McLaren: Feeling Good about Rebranding

McLaren has unveiled a new visual identity, bringing its famous Speedmark, Papaya Orange, and Kiwi heritage into a fresh design. The change comes with a new wordmark, custom typography, and a darker aesthetic for McLaren Automotive. With fans already debating whether the new look is a return to the past or a step towards something entirely different, what does McLaren’s rebrand actually say about the company?

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By a Whisker: Norris Edges Antonelli to Take Inaugural Madring Pole

Lando Norris takes the inaugural Madring pole by just 0.011 seconds over Kimi Antonelli, as the new Spanish circuit delivers a thrillingly tight qualifying session. The challenging layout pushed drivers and tyres to the limit, with several close calls throughout the session. From dramatic saves and narrow escapes to tyre concerns, penalties, and the latest technical upgrades, qualifying had plenty to offer beyond the fight for pole.

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By a Stroke of Luck: Antonelli Wins Inaugural Spanish GP at Madring

Kimi Antonelli took a surprise victory in the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix after the timing of the Virtual Safety Car and a seven-second McLaren pit stop completely changed the race. Max Verstappen finished second and Lando Norris third, while Madring left plenty of questions about its suitability for Formula One racing. Norris, the only driver to make his mandatory stop at full speed as the VSC ended, lost around 20 seconds and later called for the rules to be changed. 


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Racer Kid: Robin Räikkönen Enters the Red Bull Pipeline

Kimi Räikkönen’s son is entering Red Bull’s junior programme, putting one of F1’s most recognisable surnames back in the spotlight. Robin Räikkönen is taking his first steps towards a potential open-wheel career, carrying both the expectations and legacy that come with being the son of a world champion. He is not alone in following a famous racing family into the junior ranks, with Kimi Prost and Ella Häkkinen also beginning to make their mark. 

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Buenas Carreras: Argentina Eyes F1 Return

Argentina appears increasingly serious about returning to the F1 calendar. What is being done to make it happen, and what is driving the country’s motorsport renaissance? Major investment in the Buenos Aires circuit, government backing, FIA support, and Franco Colapinto’s popularity have all strengthened the case for a comeback, with Argentina reportedly targeting 2028 or 2029.

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