F1 Sprint format: How does it work in 2026?

Everything you need to know about Formula 1's Sprint weekend format for the 2026 F1 season.

F1 announce 2027 calendar and increase in Sprint rounds

Formula 1 has announced its 2027 calendar and an increase in the number of Sprint weekends from six to 10, with the season starting in Bahrain.

Piastri says failed tyre gamble made McLaren look 'like idiots'

McLaren boss Andrea Stella defended a failed Canadian Grand Prix tyre gamble despite Oscar Piastri admitting the episode made the team look "like idiots".

Russell: F1 title is now Antonelli's to lose

George Russell says the Formula 1 world championship is now Kimi Antonelli's to lose as his Mercedes team-mate profited from the Brit's retirement in Canada to open up a 43-point lead after five rounds.

Hamilton: I loved hunting down Verstappen

Lewis Hamilton says he 'loved' hunting down Max Verstappen before making a late pass on the Dutchman to claim his best result for Ferrari by finishing second in the Canadian Grand Prix.

Antonelli wins Canadian GP as Russell retires after epic Mercedes battle

Kimi Antonelli won the Canadian Grand Prix as his Mercedes team-mate George Russell retired due to a power unit issue after an epic battle between the Silver Arrows.

Russell receives suspended fine for throwing item out of car

'Not mentally doable' - Verstappen renews quit threat if F1 rules don't change

Max Verstappen has renewed his threat to quit Formula 1 if the sport's regulations do not change in 2027.

'Chaos!' - Rain set to cause havoc at Canadian GP

Formula 1 is set for its first wet race of 2026 at the Canadian Grand Prix on Sunday with "chaos" predicted by four-time world champion Max Verstappen.

Russell snatches pole from Antonelli in Canada

George Russell snatched pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix from his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli in a thrilling finale to qualifying in Montreal.

Hamilton avoids penalty for Canadian GP

Russell and Antonelli 'free to race' after 'cinematic' Sprint collision

Kimi Antonelli says he and Mercedes team-mate George Russell are still free to race despite their clash during Saturday's Sprint race at the Canadian Grand Prix weekend.

Russell wins Canada Sprint as Antonelli fumes after going off track in battle

George Russell claimed victory in a thrilling Canadian Grand Prix Sprint after coming out on top of a controversial battle with his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli.

'Best I've felt all year' - Hamilton plans to stick with not using Ferrari simulator

Lewis Hamilton says not using Ferrari's simulator is "the way forward" for him after being encouraged by his performance in the Canadian Grand Prix Sprint Qualifying.

Russell 'did not need validation' after earning Sprint pole in Canada

George Russell says he did not need "validation" of his abilities after being outshone by Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli so far this season ahead of earning pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix Sprint.

Russell pips Antonelli to Sprint pole in Canada

George Russell pipped Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli to Sprint pole at the Canadian Grand Prix in a dramatic battle at the end of Sprint Qualifying.

Antonelli tops Russell in chaotic Canadian GP practice

World championship leader Kimi Antonelli maintained his superb form by outpacing his team-mate George Russell in Canadian Grand Prix practice as Mercedes produced an ominous display with their upgraded car.

Verstappen's feet 'slipping off pedals' in Canada Sprint Qualifying

'I shed a tear' - Hamilton makes Arsenal prediction after title win

Arsenal fan Lewis Hamilton says he shed a tear when the Gunners clinched the Premier League title and predicts they will now go from "strength to strength" after ending their 22-year championship drought.

Verstappen suggests proposed 2027 rule changes could convince him to stay in F1

Max Verstappen has suggested tweaks to the 2027 Formula 1 regulations could convince him to remain in the sport.