Belgian Grand Prix

Williams Racing is preparing a significant overhaul of its FW48 car, with team principal James Vowles confirming a "nearly entirely new car" for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix in late September. This ambitious upgrade plan aims to address the team's challenging start to the 2026 Formula 1 season.

Juan Pablo Montoya expects Mercedes to accept grid penalties later in the 2026 Formula 1 season as the team juggles performance and reliability with its power units. His prediction highlights how component limits could shape the title battle and influence where Mercedes chooses to take its pain.

McLaren is celebrating its 1000th Formula 1 Grand Prix entry this weekend at the Monaco Grand Prix, a symbolic gesture ahead of its actual 1000th race start in Barcelona next week. The team commemorates its debut at the iconic circuit in 1966.