George Russell led Kimi Antonelli for an emphatic Mercedes 1-2 at Formula 1’s season-opening Australian Grand Prix, aided by early rivals Ferrari blundering over its pit strategy. Autoweek rounds up the main talking points from Melbourne’s Albert Park.

Ferrari delivered one of the biggest technical surprises of Formula 1 testing by unveiling an unusual rotating rear wing concept. During straight-line running, the upper wing element did not simply flatten but rotated into an upside-down position to reduce drag and increase speed.

The 2026 Formula 1 season is two weeks old. Mercedes have already made their intentions clear.George Russell took pole position in Melbourne by eight tenths of a second over the nearest non-Silver Arrows car.

The F1 pecking order remains shrouded in mystery ahead of the 2026 season. But the Ferrari team seems to have an edge its rivals can't copy

Lewis Hamilton is widely regarded as one of the greatest drivers in Formula One history. He made his Formula One debut back in 2007 with McLaren and nearly won the championship in his rookie season. In 2008,

Ferrari Formula 1 team principal Fred Vasseur has explained why neither Charles Leclerc nor Lewis Hamilton pitted under the VSC in the Australian Grand Prix, after losing victory to Mercedes.

George Russell of Mercedes claimed victory at the Formula 1 Australian Grand Prix, followed closely by teammate Kimi Antonelli, showcasing strategic prowess during the race.

LEGO launches a new Scuderia Ferrari HP Charles Leclerc Helmet set for F1 and Ferrari fans to build and display. This 886-piece collectible features Leclerc's iconic Ferrari helmet in striking Rosso Corsa with signature details. The set includes a Charles Leclerc minifigure and a signature plaque, making it a must-have for collectors and fans.