Formula 1
Formula 1 Spanish GP Review: Verstappen gets a hard fought victory
Verstappen clinched a hard-fought victory over Norris on the pole, with Hamilton returning to the podium, while Ferrari suffered from a lack of pace.
The 2024 Spanish Grand Prix held at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya was a thriller. A race of exceptional driving, strategic brilliance, and intense competition among the top three teams. Still, it was Max Verstappen who emerged victorious for Red Bull Racing.
Practice
The three practice sessions were all closely contested. Lando Norris and Carlos Sainz were the only 2 drivers to be in the top 3 of all the 3 Practice sessions.
During the first practice session, the weather was dry, unlike the mixed conditions in Canada during the last round. Oliver Bearman drove Nico Hulkenberg’s Haas as part of his planned six practice appearances with the team in 2024. Some teams used the session to test their upgrades for the weekend, including VCARB.
The session was briefly red-flagged to clear debris from Alonso’s car before the action resumed. Norris ended the session on top with a time of 1m 14.228s in the McLaren, 0.024s faster than Verstappen in second place, even though the latter experienced clutch issues. Sainz put his Ferrari in third place.
During the second practice session later that day, Logan Sargent had a close moment and managed to save his Williams after losing the rear. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen reported that his RB20 was experiencing understeer mid-corner, stating: “This car doesn’t bite.” Lewis Hamilton held the top spot with a lap time of 1m 13.264s. Sainz stayed in P2, with Norris taking P3 in the McLaren. Pierre Gasly was a shocking P4 for Alpine, putting him ahead of Verstappen in P5.
After a closely contested FP2, it was time for the final practice session before qualifying. The drivers tested their one-lap pace in preparation for the battle for pole position. Carlos Sainz topped the times with an impressive 1m 13.013s, closely followed by Lando Norris with 1m 13.043s and Charles Leclerc with 1m 13.050s.
During the sessions, both Charles Leclerc and Lance Stroll of Aston Martin were found to have impeded Norris and Hamilton in separate incidents. They both cut across Norris and Hamilton, resulting in contact in both cases. As a result, both Leclerc and Stroll were reprimanded for “erratic driving”.
Qualifying
The mixed results of the practice sessions left us puzzled about the grid order for the race as it was quite unclear who had the better car. Saturday afternoon’s qualifying session was crucial, with 30 of the 33 Grand Prix winners at the Barcelona circuit having started from the front row of the grid.
The heavily upgraded VCARB failed to impress as both cars were out in Q1, with Yuki leading Daniel in 17th and 18th place. Williams too had a tough outing with the team locking out the front row. Albon was a comfortable 4 tenths clear of his teammate. He would later start the race from the pit lane due to a change in the power unit. With rumors of Logan being replaced for next year, performances like these don’t help his case. Kevin Magnussen failed to reach Q2 as well, his first Q1 elimination since Imola.
No shocking eliminations in Q2 this time around with Both Aston Martins, Saubers, and the Haas of Nico Hulkenberg failing to reach Q3.
Alpine had the best qualifying of the season, with both cars making it to Q3. However, it was Lando Norris who put in a perfect lap to secure pole position at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. A final lap time of 1m 11.383s for Norris, narrowly beating Max Verstappen. It was the Brit’s second pole position, the first since 2021 at the Russian Grand Prix. Mercedes drivers Lewis Hamilton and George Russell took P3 and P4 respectively, showing strong performance. Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz locked the third row for Ferrari. Sergio Perez finished eighth but will drop three places due to a grid penalty from Canada, promoting Esteban Ocon and Oscar Piastri.
Embed from Getty Images“It was pretty much a perfect lap”
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Race
It was evident that the Redbulls were not the outright fastest car going into the weekend with close competition from the McLarens and Ferraris. Mercedes surprisingly was quick and was expecting to have a podium finish.
When it was lights out, Lando Norris got a poor getaway resulting in losing the start to Verstappen, it was Russell who made up the best of the situation with a slipstream from the pair ahead to take the lead of the Grand Prix with brave around the outside of turn 1. The Aston Martin of Alonso, starting in 11th position, dropped back after seemingly being tagged from behind. He was forced to take to the escape road at Turn 1, which left him in 14th place.
However, despite Russell’s mega start, his lead of the race wouldn’t last long as Verstappen overtook him on the outside of Turn 1 on the third lap. Meanwhile, Carlos Sainz also overtook his teammate Charles Leclerc at the same turn, with the two Ferraris appearing to touch as Sainz used the escape road. Despite this, he successfully moved up to P5. The stewards briefly reviewed whether he had left the track and gained an advantage but decided no further investigation was necessary. But both teammates were unhappy about the incident and they complained over the radio.
On Lap 13, began the first wave of pitstops with Perez pitting on what would be the first of his 3-stop strategy, while Gasly had a slow stop of 6.7s ruing his race start efforts, George Russell dived to the pits on lap 15 but avoided a close coming together in the pits with Carlos Sainz by staying ahead of him by mere inches. Soon Verstappen reacted to him by pitting on lap 17 with an error-free pitstop of 1.9s, while Norris decided to stay out taking the lead and looking to extend this advantage.
During Lap 18 of the Grand Prix, Hamilton found himself in an intense battle for sixth position with Sainz. With the help of DRS, Hamilton made a move going into Turn 1 of the next lap, resulting in the two cars touching. Sainz expressed his frustration over the radio, claiming that Hamilton ran him off the track and insisting that Hamilton needed to let him pass. Despite Sainz’s complaints, no further investigation was conducted regarding their collision.
Norris finally came into the pits to change his soft tires. He re-entered the race behind Russell and was determined to quickly pass him to catch up to race leader Verstappen. On lap 34, Norris was able to close the gap on the Mercedes using the DRS on the main straight, leading to an intense side-by-side battle between turns 3 and 7. Norris demonstrated excellent racecraft and utilized his tire advantage to successfully overtake Russell.
With 20 laps to go, Hamilton was putting pressure on Sainz for sixth place. He managed to overtake Sainz into Turn 1, and Norris was then instructed to pit on the next lap. However, Norris’s 3.6-second pit stop cost him valuable time, allowing Verstappen to regain the lead, with Norris staying ahead of Russell in second place. Meanwhile, in 11th place, Hulkenberg’s chances of moving into the points were harmed when he received a five-second penalty for speeding in the pit lane. Gasly and Ocon in the Alpines were holding onto ninth and 10th place, raising hopes for a double-point finish for the team. Tsunoda, who was in last place, also received a five-second penalty for the same pit lane speeding offense as Hulkenberg.
Lower down the order, 11th-placed Hulkenberg’s hopes of breaking into the points-paying positions suffered a blow as he was handed a five-second penalty for speeding in the pit lane – the Alpines of Gasly and Ocon currently holding onto ninth and 10th as the team’s hopes for another double points finish continued to grow. Tsunoda, running in a lowly last place, was also hit with a five-second penalty of his own for the same offense as Hulkenberg.
In the final stages of the Grand Prix, Norris was the fastest driver on the track, closing in on Verstappen’s lead, which was around 6.6 seconds. Max was forced to push hard to maintain his lead as Norris narrowed the gap. However, with only a few laps left, Norris was running out of time to secure his second career win. By Lap 65, the gap had decreased to just 2.3 seconds. Despite Norris’s efforts, Verstappen was able to hold him off and win by just a 2.219-second margin, to the disappointment of Norris and the crowd, who had hoped for a last-lap battle for the win.
Embed from Getty ImagesNorris was visibly frustrated as he crossed the finish line. He admitted over his radio that messing up the start had cost him a chance of victory today. However, Verstappen celebrated his 106th podium finish, placing him tied for fourth on the all-time list with legends Alain Prost and Fernando Alonso. Lewis Hamilton returned to the podium, making it his 18th continuous season with a podium finish.
Embed from Getty ImagesAnother interesting story was lower down the order with both Alpines finishing in points at 9th and 10th for the first time this season after they had the worst start to the season, this shows that the team is heading in the right direction, and also coinciding with the return of former Renault team principal Flavio Briatore to team as an executive advisor.
Championship Standings after the race:
Verstappen extends his championship lead on top while Norris jumps Leclerc to move into P2.
In the team’s standing Red Bull Racing remains on top, while Alpine jump Haas thanks to their double points finish.
Up Next
All eyes turn to the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix at the iconic Red Bull Ring at Spielberg. After facing challenges in the previous race, Red Bull Racing will be eager to reclaim its former dominance, while Mclaren will be looking to push for wins. With the championship battle heating up, fans can expect an exhilarating weekend of racing action as the teams and drivers vie for glory on Austrian soil.
Formula 1
Antonelli Announces Himself in Shanghai: Mercedes Dominate as Hamilton Claims First Ferrari Podium
The 2026 Chinese Grand Prix delivered a defining moment for the sport’s next generation as Kimi Antonelli secured his maiden Formula 1 victory in dominant fashion. Starting from pole, the Mercedes rookie produced a composed and mature drive to lead a commanding one-two finish for the Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team at the Shanghai International Circuit.
While Antonelli celebrated the biggest milestone of his young career, the race also marked an important moment for Lewis Hamilton, who secured his first Grand Prix podium since joining Scuderia Ferrari. Hamilton’s third-place finish ensured Ferrari remained firmly in the fight behind a dominant Mercedes performance.
Mercedes – A Statement Victory
For Mercedes, the Chinese Grand Prix was close to the perfect weekend. After locking out the front row in qualifying, the team converted its pace advantage into a dominant race result.
Antonelli briefly lost the lead at the start after Hamilton launched off the line, but the Italian quickly reclaimed the position within the opening laps and controlled the race from the front. Even a Safety Car period during the pit stop phase failed to disrupt his rhythm, as he managed the restart confidently and gradually built a comfortable margin.
Teammate George Russell completed the team’s success by finishing second. Despite losing time in traffic during the race, Russell secured the position to give Mercedes a crucial one-two finish early in the season. Toto Wolff reflected on the race:
“We’ve made a good start to the season but there is much work ahead. We will keep focused, keep pushing on and hopefully can continue to fight for victories as the season progresses.”
The result firmly establishes Mercedes as one of the early benchmarks under the new 2026 regulations.
Ferrari – Hamilton Delivers First Podium
Ferrari showed promising pace throughout the weekend, with Hamilton producing one of the standout drives of the race.
The seven-time world champion made an excellent start and briefly led the race before Antonelli regained control. From there, Hamilton remained in the fight for the podium while also managing pressure from teammate Charles Leclerc.
Their intra-team battle became one of the race’s key storylines, with Hamilton ultimately finishing third while Leclerc crossed the line in fourth. The result gives Ferrari valuable early-season points and suggests the team could be a consistent challenger in the races ahead. Fred congratulated:
“It was a positive weekend overall and I’m happy for Lewis, as this first podium with Ferrari is an important step for him. Of course we are still a long way off Mercedes, and we need to work very hard in the coming weeks.”
Haas – Bearman Shines Again
One of the standout performances of the race came from Haas F1 Team, with Oliver Bearman delivering an excellent drive to finish fifth. The young British driver ran a controlled race throughout the afternoon, avoiding incidents and maintaining a consistent pace while several other teams struggled with strategy or reliability issues.
Bearman’s performance allowed Haas to emerge as the clear leader of the midfield battle in Shanghai. The result also extends the rookie’s impressive start to his Formula 1 career, as he continues to show maturity and racecraft beyond his experience. After the race, Bearman expressed satisfaction with the result, saying he was “really happy with the performance and the points” the team secured.
Alpine – Solid Points Finish
Alpine F1 Team enjoyed one of the strongest midfield performances of the race in Shanghai, finishing as the only team outside the frontrunners to score with both cars. Pierre Gasly delivered a consistent drive to secure sixth place, running competitively throughout the race and keeping Alpine firmly in the midfield fight.
Teammate Franco Colapinto also contributed to the team’s success by finishing tenth, securing his first point for Alpine. The double points finish gave the Enstone-based squad a valuable nine-point haul and provided a positive boost after a challenging start to the season.
McLaren – A Weekend to Forget
In contrast to the strong performances at the front, the weekend proved disastrous for McLaren. Andrea confronted:
“We are here to go racing, and today we were not in condition to do so because of separate electrical problems on both power units, which is extremely frustrating and disappointing for the team, the drivers, our technical and commercial partners, and of course our fans. We are sorry for that and will make sure we bounce back as one team in Suzuka.”
Both drivers — Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri — were unable to start the race due to technical problems with their cars. The double DNS meant McLaren left Shanghai without a single point, dealing a major blow to their early championship hopes.
Red Bull – A Difficult Weekend
Red Bull Racing endured a challenging race weekend in Shanghai, struggling to match the pace of the frontrunners throughout the event. Both drivers opted to start on the soft tyres — the only team to do so — but the strategy did not deliver the intended advantage. Max Verstappen had a poor start and lost several positions in the opening laps, while teammate Isack Hadjar spun early in the race during a battle with Oliver Bearman, forcing him to pit at the end of the first lap.
Verstappen’s race became even more complicated after pitting just before the Safety Car was deployed, which cost him valuable track position. Although he briefly fought his way back into the points, the Dutchman was ultimately forced to retire due to an ERS issue. Hadjar recovered from his early spin and worked his way through the field to finish eighth, securing his first points for the team, but overall it was a difficult weekend for Red Bull, which continued to struggle with pace and reliability.
Williams — First Points of the Season
Williams Racing endured a mixed race in Shanghai but still managed to take their first points of the season. Alex Albon was due to start the race from the pit lane after the team made set-up changes under parc fermé conditions, but a hydraulic issue detected on the laps to the grid meant he was ultimately unable to start.
That left Carlos Sainz as the team’s only representative in the Grand Prix. His race initially looked compromised after pitting just one lap before the Safety Car, but the Spaniard recovered well through the field and managed his tyres effectively in the closing stages. Sainz then held off a late charge from Franco Colapinto to secure ninth place, earning Williams their first points of the 2026 season.
RB — Lawson Delivers Points Finish
Visa Cash App RB Formula One Team secured a solid result in Shanghai thanks to a strong performance from Liam Lawson. Starting on the medium tyre, Lawson showed good pace early in the race but was unlucky to pit just one lap before the Safety Car appeared. Despite the setback, the New Zealander fought back with several overtakes during the race and eventually finished seventh after a series of competitive midfield battles.
Teammate Arvid Lindblad ran a different strategy, starting on the hard tyres and staying out during the Safety Car period, which briefly promoted him up the order. However, without another Safety Car to help his strategy, he dropped out of the points after pitting and finished twelfth, also suffering a spin during the race.
Aston Martin — Double Retirement in Shanghai
Aston Martin F1 Team experienced a difficult afternoon in Shanghai, with neither car reaching the chequered flag. Both drivers started the race on the hard tyre, and Fernando Alonso made a strong start, briefly moving into the top ten during the early stages.
However, the team’s race began to unravel when Lance Stroll was forced to retire after his car suffered a technical failure, bringing out the Safety Car early in the race. Alonso continued for several more laps but was eventually forced to retire due to severe vibrations in the car, leaving Aston Martin without a result in the Chinese Grand Prix.
Race Result
Team Standings!
Formula 1 Heads to Suzuka for Round 3 of the 2026 Season
The 2026 Japanese Grand Prix will take place next at the iconic Suzuka Circuit, one of the most demanding and historic tracks on the Formula 1 calendar. Known for its unique figure-eight layout and flowing high-speed corners such as the Esses, Degner curves and 130R, Suzuka is a circuit that rewards precision, balance and driver confidence. With several teams still trying to fully understand their cars under the new 2026 regulations, the Japanese Grand Prix could provide another crucial test of performance and reliability as the championship battle begins to take shape early in the season.
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Australian GP: The 2026 season of Formula One begins this weekend at the iconic Albert Park Circuit, marking the start of one of the most significant regulation resets in modern F1 history. New technical rules, revised power units, and a reshuffled competitive landscape mean teams arrive in Melbourne with more questions than answers.
With reigning champion Lando Norris beginning his title defence and several teams hoping the regulation overhaul will reset the competitive order, the opening round could provide the first real indication of who has best interpreted the new era.
A New Technical Era for Formula 1
The 2026 season introduces sweeping changes aimed at making cars lighter, more energy-efficient, and more competitive on track.
One of the most notable shifts is in the power unit regulations. The long-standing MGU-H component has been removed, simplifying the hybrid system and shifting a much larger share of performance toward electrical energy deployment. Teams must now balance internal combustion power with significantly increased electric output, making energy management a key strategic factor during races.
Aerodynamically, the cars also undergo major changes. The new designs focus on improved efficiency and reduced drag, with revised aerodynamic concepts that change how airflow is managed across the car. The goal is to make following another car easier while maintaining high performance levels.
Another change affecting racing dynamics is the introduction of a new overtake system to replace the traditional drag-reduction approach used in previous seasons. Rather than relying solely on rear-wing adjustments, drivers can now access additional electrical power to aid overtaking, adding another strategic element to racecraft.
Together, these changes represent one of the largest technical resets in Formula 1 since previous landmark regulation shifts that reshaped the competitive order.
Season Storylines Heading Into Melbourne
With a completely new rulebook in place, the 2026 opener is unusually unpredictable. Pre-season expectations suggest that the traditional frontrunners could remain competitive, but regulation resets historically create opportunities for teams to close performance gaps.
Several personal storylines also shape the narrative heading into the opening race.
Australian driver Oscar Piastri arrives at his home race carrying the expectations of a local crowd eager to see a home winner in Melbourne. Meanwhile, Charles Leclerc begins the season following a major milestone in his personal life, adding a unique storyline to Ferrari’s campaign.
Elsewhere, the new season brings fresh pressure on several established stars as teams adapt to the new technical landscape.
The Albert Park Circuit is a 5.278 km semi-street circuit with 14 turns and hosts the season-opening round of Formula One. The race runs for 58 laps, covering 306.124 km.
Built using public roads around Albert Park Lake, the circuit is typically slippery and bumpy early in the weekend, with grip improving as rubber builds up on the racing line. Despite its street-track nature, Albert Park is one of the faster circuits on the calendar, with average speeds exceeding 250 km/h.
Under the 2026 rules, the track features five Straight Mode zones across the lap, while the new Overtake Mode detection point sits just after Turn 13, giving drivers a chance to attack on the run to the final corner.
Australia first joined the F1 calendar in 1985 at Adelaide, before moving to Melbourne in 1996. The circuit has since become one of the most popular venues on the calendar, with Michael Schumacher holding the record for the most wins here and Scuderia Ferrari the most victories among teams.
Where the Teams Stand
McLaren
McLaren enters the new season in a strong position following its recent success and Lando Norris’s championship victory. The team has built momentum over the past seasons and will be hoping its interpretation of the new regulations allows it to remain a front-runner.
However, with teammate Oscar Piastri racing in front of a home crowd, internal competition could add an extra dynamic to McLaren’s opening weekend.
Red Bull
Red Bull Racing begins the season with expectations of remaining among the leading contenders. Despite the regulatory reset, the team’s strong engineering foundation and the presence of four-time world champion Max Verstappen ensure they remain one of the most closely watched teams heading into the season opener.
How well Red Bull adapts to the revised power unit balance and aerodynamic philosophy will be a key storyline in Melbourne.
Ferrari
Scuderia Ferrari arrives at the new season looking to convert potential into consistent championship contention. Charles Leclerc leads the team into another campaign, with Ferrari hoping the regulation reset will help close the gap to its rivals.
The Italian team has historically performed strongly when new technical rules are introduced, making it a potential contender if its concept proves competitive.
Mercedes
Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula One Team enters the new era, aiming to return to championship-winning form. With George Russell leading the charge, Mercedes will be hoping that the revised power unit regulations play to their traditional strengths in hybrid engine development.
The team’s ability to adapt quickly to the new aerodynamic philosophy could determine whether they can challenge for victories early in the season.
What to Expect From the Season Opener
Season-opening races often produce surprises, and the 2026 Australian Grand Prix could be particularly unpredictable due to the scale of the regulation changes. Teams arrive with limited real-world data, meaning practice sessions and qualifying will provide the first meaningful indications of performance.
With new technology, evolving strategies, and several championship contenders in the mix, Melbourne is set to launch a new era of Formula 1 in dramatic fashion.
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Formula 1
Indian GP To Return Soon? How Realistic Are the Chances
Speculation around the return of the Indian GP is gaining momentum once again, with government interest, circuit discussions, and growing Formula 1 popularity in India fueling optimism. But how realistic is an F1 comeback?
Indian GP to return soon? The chatter around the revival of the Indian Grand Prix and bringing Formula 1 back to India has started once again, but will it finally materialise this time, or will it remain another wave of optimism that slowly fades away?
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Over the past decade, discussions about Formula 1’s return to India have surfaced multiple times, often driven by growing fan interest and expanding digital viewership. The previous stint of the Indian Grand Prix, held between 2011 and 2013, ended not due to a lack of audience enthusiasm but because of financial, taxation, and logistical complications that made the event unsustainable.
A New Wave of Optimism?
On Tuesday, February 2, 2026, India Today reported that the Government of India is keen to bring Formula 1 back to the country after more than a decade. The report also stated that the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports is working toward easing the tax burdens and bureaucratic hurdles that previously contributed to the discontinuation of the Indian GP.
According to sources within the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya has already visited the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida and held discussions with officials regarding the potential revival of the event.
“The sports minister visited the Buddh International Circuit last week and discussed timelines for restarting the event. He has instructed the owners to identify an event management company to oversee operations for the next two to three years. Once the process gains momentum, tax-related issues are also expected to be addressed,” the sources said.
Interest from Formula One Management (FOM)?
In February 2024, reports from Formula 1 journalist Joe Saward indicated that Formula One Management (FOM) was open to returning to India in the near future, provided the necessary commercial, logistical, and regulatory conditions were met.
Reported Government-Level Support?
In April 2024, journalist Joe Saward wrote in his newsletter that the Indian Grand Prix had backing from the highest levels of the Indian government. However, he also noted that several issues affecting the previous edition of the race were still concerns, including fears about equipment seizures related to tax disputes. According to Saward, such uncertainties have historically made Formula 1 cautious about returning unless regulatory clarity and administrative processes improve. He added that, if conditions were to align in the future, a potential venue could be considered in the home state of the current Indian Prime Minister.
GIFT City Racetrack Plans Face a Roadblock
In January 2024, the Government of Gujarat issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) titled “Appointment of an agency for undertaking a feasibility study and preparation of a master plan for an F1 circuit at GIFT City.” The proposal outlined a preliminary target of hosting a potential first event around 2028, subject to the study outcomes and subsequent approvals.
However, just over six months after the Request for Proposal was issued, plans to build a Formula 1 circuit at Gujarat’s GIFT City reportedly came to a halt. Reports suggested that the existing urban layout of GIFT City could make it challenging to design a track that meets Formula 1 standards due to structural and planning constraints. In addition, the project was expected to require significant financial investment, with cost estimates for constructing a compliant circuit ranging from Rs. 5,000 crore to Rs. 10,000 crore, raising further feasibility concerns.
Renewed F1 Talks Following MotoGP’s 2023 Debut
After hosting India’s first MotoGP race in 2023, the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) stated that discussions with Formula 1 organisers were likely to take place in the near future.
However, no further public updates followed this announcement, suggesting that the talks did not progress into any confirmed developments, and the momentum gradually subsided. The future of MotoGP in India also became uncertain, as the event did not return to the country after its inaugural 2023 season.
Is the Return of Formula 1 to India Realistic?
From today’s news and updates, it appears momentum is gradually building toward bringing the pinnacle of motorsport back to India. However, even if plans move forward smoothly, Formula One Management (FOM) would still face the complex task of finding space on an already crowded calendar.
With the current regulations allowing a maximum of 24 races per season, adding a new Grand Prix would likely require replacing an existing event or waiting for contract cycles to end. Several circuits are already tied to long-term agreements that extend into the 2030s, with some deals reportedly running through 2041. As a result, securing a realistic slot for the Indian Grand Prix in the near term could prove challenging, making a return more plausible toward the latter part of the decade rather than immediately.
However, it is still wise to approach these developments with cautious optimism. Conversations about the revival of the Indian Grand Prix are not new, and in the past, similar waves of reports and discussions have surfaced without materialising into a confirmed race.
The Curious Case of Formula 1 in India
If you’d like a deeper look into the story behind Formula 1’s rise and sudden exit from India, we’ve covered the entire journey in a dedicated video titled “The Curious Case of F1 in India.” It explores the key events, challenges, and decisions that shaped the sport’s presence in the country.
Watch it here to understand what really happened:
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