Williams driver Alex Albon has expressed his support for India's efforts to bring Formula One back to the country, stating it would be 'fantastic' and he would be 'excited' to be part of it.
India's Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing to revive Formula One racing in the country, focusing on creating a strong pipeline of drivers and technicians. Discussions with the Federation of Motor Sports Clubs of India (FMSCI) have centered on developing a comprehensive framework to integrate motorsports with India's automotive and engineering sectors.
The teams had already signed a commercial agreement in March.
Verstappen slams 'joke' F1 after Chinese GP retirement
Defending champion Norris slams 'worst' F1 cars
New cars, new engines, change in qualifying, one rookie are among the many updates from the 2026 F1 season.
Max Verstappen asked a journalist to leave his Thursday media briefing at the Japanese Grand Prix, with the Dutchman still upset over a question asked by the same reporter in December about an incident that potentially cost him a fifth straight drivers' title.
Here's a look at some key moments which helped decide the championship fight.
Michael Schumacher's Ferrari Formula One car that won the 2001 Monaco and Hungarian Grand Prix races was sold for $18.17 million, according to RM Sotheby's.
Indian racer Kush Maini completed his first official Formula 1 test of the season with BWT Alpine F1 Team at the Circuit Zandvoort, driving the Alpine A521 as part of the Testing of Previous Cars (TPC) programme.
Formula One teams and stakeholders have unanimously agreed to engine rule tweaks aimed at improving racing and driver safety, starting with the Miami race on May 3.
Former Formula One driver Alex Zanardi, who lost both legs in a racing crash and went on to win Paralympic gold medals, has died at the age of 59.
Kimi Antonelli becomes Formula One's youngest championship leader after Japanese GP win, breaking Lewis Hamilton's record and extending his dream start.
Lewis Hamilton says he 'forgot who I was' after a tough Ferrari season but insists he is reset, refreshed and ready for the new F1 campaign.
Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya is pushing for a Formula 1 race in India in 2027 by addressing tax hurdles that led to the event's departure in 2013.
Kimi Antonelli, the Italian teenager, secured his third consecutive Formula One victory at the Miami Grand Prix, extending his championship lead. The race saw dramatic moments, including a safety car deployment and penalties for top drivers.
The Bahrain Grand Prix and Saudi Arabian Grand Prix in the Formula One 2026 calendar are likely to be cancelled due to escalating Middle East tensions, with a final decision expected soon.
British lawn mower racing season kicks off in West Sussex, offering thrilling grassroots motorsport action as fans get their fix during the Formula One break.
Formula One has cancelled the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix scheduled for April due to escalating Middle East tensions, reducing the 2026 F1 calendar from 24 to 22 races.
Lando Norris secured a dominant victory in the Miami Grand Prix sprint race, leading a McLaren one-two finish. Charles Leclerc finished third, while Mercedes faced challenges. The main grand prix is scheduled for Sunday.
Formula One's new energy rules face criticism after the Japanese GP, with drivers questioning racing quality and safety ahead of a five-week break.
Kimi Antonelli of Mercedes wins the Japanese Grand Prix, becoming the youngest-ever championship leader. The race saw a high-speed crash involving Oliver Bearman, who was later cleared by doctors.
Lando Norris secured pole position for the Miami Grand Prix sprint race, outperforming Kimi Antonelli and Oscar Piastri. This victory marks a significant upgrade for McLaren, boosting their confidence for the main race.
George Russell held off the fast-starting Ferraris to win the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race for Mercedes on Saturday.
Formula One launch F1 TV in India, target 'strong mobile market'
George Russell said Formula One's new engine and chassis regulations made racing feel more like karting after the Mercedes driver won Saturday's Chinese Grand Prix sprint race.
Hundreds of Formula One team personnel are stranded in Bahrain after airspace closures triggered by Middle East conflict, but Australian GP chief Travis Auld says Melbourne's season-opener will not be affected.
Veteran banker K V Kamath stresses the importance of reskilling and education reforms to leverage artificial intelligence (AI) in India, advocating for practical applications over expensive foundational models.
Eleven-year-old Atiqa Mir is exceeding expectations in her first year of karting in Europe, competing in the 12-14 age category and holding her own against older, male competitors.
Meet the Indian-origin driver to race at Formula One this season.
Chennai Super Kings bowling coach Eric Simons discusses the team's improved performance and the factors contributing to their recent victory against Delhi Capitals in the IPL.
Kimi Antonelli claimed his first Formula One victory at the Chinese Grand Prix, becoming the second-youngest race winner in history as Mercedes secured a one-two finish.
Carlos Alcaraz and Aryna Sabalenka win top honours at the Laureus Awards 2026, headlining a star-studded winners list in Madrid after stellar seasons.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff accuses rival Formula One engine manufacturers of ganging up to pressure the FIA over a proposed rule change, calling the controversy a "storm in a teacup" ahead of the new season.
Formula One will have a new power unit from 2026 with the focus on sustainability and a more cost-efficient future.
Australian Grand Prix chief executive Travis Auld anticipates no impact on this weekend's Formula One season-opener at Melbourne's Albert Park from the travel issues caused by the conflict in the Middle East.
A political row has erupted over the twin blasts in Punjab, with Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann accusing the BJP of trying to create fear ahead of next year's assembly elections. The BJP has hit back, terming the remarks condemnable and alleging that Mann ignored preliminary investigation findings pointing towards possible ISI involvement.
Ashish Nehra says Gujarat Titans will stick to their winning approach in IPL 2026, stressing a mindset of competing and winning ahead of their season opener.
George Russell secured a dominant victory for Mercedes at the Australian Grand Prix, leading teammate Kimi Antonelli and overcoming an early challenge from Ferrari's Charles Leclerc.
Formula One's 2026 season opens at the Australian Grand Prix with sweeping chassis and power unit changes, new overtake modes and sustainable fuel ushering in a bold but uncertain new era.
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