Barcelona rule change could shakeup standings, how Ferrari’s title hopes depend on Barcelona reset, and other big updates

Barcelona rule change could shakeup standings

F1 will have a big rule change in Barcelona with stricter flexi-wing tests. Some teams have made changes to their wings, while others think it’s not necessary. McLaren has been the best so far, but Stake F1’s Jonathan Wheatley believes the new tests could change the rankings. Stake sits last in the standings; they hope to capitalize on the rule change while continuing to develop their car ahead of a major regulation shift next year.

Click here to read the full article by Fergal Walsh and Ian Parkes (racingnews365.com)

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How Ferrari’s title hopes depend on Barcelona reset

Ferrari thought it had a car that could fight for the title in 2025, but mistakes and problems with the car have made the season tough. In Miami, Leclerc admitted they're already getting the most out of the car, meaning the performance simply isn't good enough. Small upgrades are coming, but the team is now banking on a major reset in Barcelona, where new front wing rules could shake up the grid. If that reset doesn't swing in Ferrari's favor, the rest of their season, and possibly their 2026 hopes, could be in serious trouble.

Click here to read the full article by Josh Suttill, Scott Mitchell-Malm, and Jon Noble (the-race.com)

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Why Mercedes is struggling with tire management

George Russell has finished in the top five in every race this season with four podiums, but he hasn’t led any laps. Mercedes struggles with tire management, which affects their performance over long distances, unlike McLaren and Red Bull. Even though they’ve improved in qualifying, Mercedes still falls behind in races, sometimes by as much as 38 seconds. Toto Wolff said that tire management is the key difference between the top teams and that Mercedes is focused on solving this issue for the future.

Click here to read the full article by Ben Vinel Mark and Mann-Bryans (motorsport.com)

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Can the RB21 get faster?

The Miami Grand Prix weekend was a reflection of Max Verstappen's season: strong performances when the car is fast, mixed with disappointments that are mostly Red Bull's fault. Sometimes, that's due to Red Bull's car limitations being exposed, making it not that fast. Other times, it's down to mistakes, like those that hit in the Miami sprint. But what if it's a bit of both?

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Brady swaps pigskin for putters with Sainz

When Formula One meets American football, you'd expect the showdown to happen on the track or the gridiron — but Tom Brady had other plans. He challenged Carlos Sainz to a game of target practice on a floating green in his backyard while they talked sports. The height difference between the two is clear, but could that give someone an edge in this game? Take a look.