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From the impact of big upgrade packages to new problems being exposed across various teams, here are 10 things we learned from F1’s Miami GP
From the impact of major upgrade packages to new problems being exposed across various teams, we learned 10 key things from Formula 1’s recent Miami Grand Prix. The development war in F1 for 2026 has shown its true power with significant performance shifts seen over the weekend.
Teams like Red Bull and McLaren made notable strides with their developments, while Mercedes held back on major upgrades. Ferrari and McLaren also made progress, beating Mercedes in certain aspects. It’s evident that aero gains will play a crucial role this season.
George Russell’s struggles in Miami highlighted a weakness, with his teammate Antonelli outperforming him significantly. Russell is hopeful for upcoming races on rougher tracks.
Audi, despite showing promise, is facing a reliability crisis in its debut F1 season. Persisting issues are casting doubt on their performance. The upcoming race in Canada will be crucial for many teams, including Mercedes and Audi, as they aim to make significant improvements.
