Mercedes will look to build off an exceptional performance in the 2026 Formula 1 season opener at the Chinese Grand Prix on Sunday, March 15.

The 2026 Formula 1 season produced its first major breakthrough moment in Shanghai, as Kimi Antonelli secured his maiden Grand Prix victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, leading a dominant Mercedes 1-2 finish ahead of teammate George Russell.

Teenager Kimi Antonelli will start on pole position for Sunday’s Chinese Grand Prix, becoming the youngest driver to achieve the feat in Formula 1 history. Antonelli led a Mercedes front-row lockout along with George Russell and erased the record of Sebastian Vettel,

The 2026 Formula 1 season starts with cars that are smaller, lighter, and more agile, yet have left drivers polarized after the first race.

F1's stars are concerned that rule changes have made it difficult to get off the line cleanly.

The Apple executive says that viewership for the Australian Grand Prix was up on Apple TV compared to last year's broadcast on ESPN.