Overview
- Toto Wolff said Mercedes intends to reduce the number of customer teams in the next supply cycle, citing time, production load and rising costs.
- McLaren, Williams and Alpine remain contracted to Mercedes power through 2030, with the manufacturer set to supply 16 units for the 2026 season opener.
- Ferrari’s Matteo Togninalli urged patience as Lewis Hamilton and the team adapt after a difficult 2025, while Nico Rosberg told Sky the Briton has weighed retirement but worries about prestige.
- Yuki Tsunoda said Red Bull informed him after Qatar that he has no fixed 2026 seat and hinted the decision changed late, adding he could shift to simulator or reserve duties.
- Incoming Red Bull driver Isack Hadjar said he expects to be slower than Max Verstappen at first and will take a low-profile, developmental approach.