Overview
- McLaren CEO Zak Brown insisted there has been no falling-out between Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, with Norris leading his teammate by 24 points after several on-track run-ins.
- The Formula 1 Commission will debate introducing two compulsory pit stops from 2026, an idea Max Verstappen said might improve racing even if it proves contentious at times.
- The FIA approved a 2026 rule requiring teams to cover at least 55% of each car’s visible surfaces with paint or decals to curb bare-carbon designs.
- Franco Colapinto was confirmed by Alpine for 2026 and publicly urged a Formula 1 return to Argentina, with talks and circuit upgrades pointing to a possible 2027 target.
- McLaren refreshed its junior ranks by confirming Matteo de Palo as a development driver for 2026, while a reported move for Spanish karting champion Christian Costoya remains unannounced.