Overview

• Cadillac outlined a plan to run an older F1 car for full‑team drills, with the FIA assessing how testing rules apply and a special dispensation considered, while a fallback using Le Mans prototypes remains on the table.
• Toto Wolff says George Russell will renew with Mercedes soon, though the term is undecided, as ex‑Haas boss Günther Steiner contends Mercedes may prefer a shorter deal if a 2027 Verstappen opportunity emerges.
• Reporting from European outlets and BBC commentary suggests Yuki Tsunoda’s place is at risk, with rookie Isack Hadjar leading the candidates to move up and further RB pipeline shifts also discussed.
• F1.com’s Lawrence Barretto reports Franco Colapinto is well positioned to keep his Alpine seat for 2026 after recent qualifying gains relative to Pierre Gasly.
• New Aston Martin technical director Enrico Cardile cites upgraded facilities and the incoming Honda partnership in expressing confidence the team will perform strongly under the 2026 regulations.