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Fast Five: F1 chiefs dismiss 2026 rules fears, nine teams bring upgrades to Silverstone, and other big updates

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F1 chiefs dismiss 2026 rules fears, nine teams bring upgrades to Silverstone, and other big updates from around the world of Formula 1.

TODAY'S HEADLINES:
  • F1 chiefs dismiss 2026 rules fears
  • Nine teams bring upgrades to Silverstone
  • FIA President rejects Concorde Agreement renegotiation
  • Winning 100 times: Red Bull’s historic achievement
  • Why you probably can’t race in F1

F1 chiefs dismiss 2026 rules fears

Concerns have arisen about the potential negative impact of the new cars in 2026 on Formula 1 races. Max Verstappen criticized the 2026 car's simulation, as it required downshifting on the straight to recharge the battery. However, F1's chief technical officer, Pat Symonds, believes these concerns are premature and based on outdated data. Symonds is confident in the car's aerodynamics and dismisses worries about top speed and downshifting. F1 aims to improve racing by eliminating the DRS train and reducing aerodynamic states in the 2026 cars. The partnership with AWS has provided significant computing power for simulations, boosting confidence in the project's progress.

Click here to read the full article by Jonathan Noble (motorsport.com)

Nine teams bring upgrades for British GP

Most Formula 1 teams have introduced new parts for the British Grand Prix at Silverstone, including Red Bull, Mercedes, Alpine, McLaren, Alfa Romeo, Aston Martin, Haas, AlphaTauri, and Williams. These updates range from brake duct adjustments to wing element tweaks, aiming to maximize performance on the high-speed circuit. Ferrari is the only team that did not report any updates for the race.

Click here to read the full article by Mark Hughes (the-race.com)

FIA President rejects Concorde Agreement renegotiation

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem rejected Formula 1's request for early renegotiation of the Concorde Agreement. He emphasized the need for careful consideration and collaboration among stakeholders, including the FIA, Liberty Media, and the teams. Ben Sulayem warned that without a strong FIA, F1 could become like WWE without a regulator. He stressed the importance of trust and multinational corporations' confidence in the championship. Ben Sulayem stated that there is sufficient time for negotiations as the current agreement has 18 months remaining.

Click here to read the full article by Jake Nichol (racingnews365.com).

Winning 100 times: Red Bull’s historic achievement

Red Bull recently took home its 100th victory with Max Verstappen’s dominant weekend in Canada. Listen to the Red Bull family as they think back on the hard work and dedication it took to reach such a momentous milestone. We’re certain the team won’t stop there.

Why you probably can’t race in F1

Join Lewis Hamilton's former F1 performance coach, Clayton Green, as he reveals the unique set of skills that makes it impossible for an average human to drive an F1 car.

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