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With the new Formula 1 season just hours away, Motorsport Week’s team have put their thinking caps on to tell us what they think will transpire over the 2026 campaign
The Motorsport Week team shared their predictions for the 2026 Formula 1 season, highlighting the anticipation surrounding new regulations, cars, teams, and drivers, setting the stage for an intriguing campaign.
Editor Jack Oliver Smith forecasts George Russell to win the Australian GP and potentially secure both the Drivers’ and Constructors’ titles with Mercedes, emphasizing Russell’s consistency and adaptability as key assets for success.
Deputy Editor James Phillips shares his prediction of a competitive season with George Russell standing out as a potential frontrunner, while Lewis Hamilton or Charles Leclerc could challenge for the Drivers’ Championship, and Ferrari may excel in the Constructors’ race towards the latter part of the season.
F1 reporter Anirban Aly Mandal underlines the importance of reliability and energy management in Australia, emphasizing the critical role these factors play in achieving success, while also pointing out the significance of resilience and adaptability for drivers navigating the new rule-set and cockpit innovations of 2026.
