This is the live blog for day 1 of the winter test in Bahrain on Wednesday, 11 February 2026. Read everything about what happened on and around the track, with GPblog reporter Nicole Mulder present

The second day of Formula 1’s secretive shakedown in Barcelona belonged to the "Rainmasters." While most of the grid remained huddled in their garages to preserve their three-day testing duration, Red Bull and Ferrari provided a spectacular display of reliability at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.

Max Verstappen has revealed how he stays grounded and maintains his mindset in the whirlwind of Formula 1. The four-time champion has a strong network of friends and family around him, but also does not feel the need to change as his fame and success grow. His main focus remains on his on-track performance.

The commencement of the 2026 season is right around the corner as multiple teams reveal their challengers for the new The post Max Verstappen Confess Why 2026 F1 Rules Will Leave No Room to Hide appeared first on FirstSportz.

The truth is there could be a good fight on our hands, says pre-season title favourite George Russell about Mercedes rivals into F1s new era; watch every round of the 2026 Formula 1 season live on Sky Sports F1,

As they caught up at the Red Bull Ford launch event in Detroit, Ricciardo pointed to the no. 3 on the Dutchman's cap. "C'est magnifique," the Australian added as they giggled alongside Verstappen's new team-mate Isack Hadjar.

Oscar Piastri, Lando Norris and Max Verstappen restart after a safety car during the Dutch Grand Prix. Bradley Collyer / PA Images / Getty Images Follow live coverage of today’s Formula One title decider in Abu Dhabi We’re down to the final race of the ...