Formula 1 3 Days

Last updated: August 7, 2026, 9:13 PM ET

Technical Regulations

The FIA has proposed that F1 cars lose another 80kg under the next rules overhaul, targeting a 2031 implementation to revive the "nimble car concept." Meanwhile, the FIA explained why banning algorithms in F1 power units won’t work, despite driver criticism of the 2026 regulations that have made the racing less thrilling.

Team Developments

Mercedes is closely monitoring upgrades for the rest of the 2026 season, with Toto Wolff saying the team will bring more updates but is timing them carefully. Honda admitted it only realized the scale of its F1 problems in January, despite high expectations at Aston Martin with Adrian Newey’s arrival and a new factory.

Drivers & History

The age record for a grand chelem—leading every lap from pole and setting the fastest lap—has evolved from Juan Manuel Fangio’s 1950 mark of 38 years, 10 months to younger drivers like Sebastian Vettel. Victor Martins explained what it is like being a Williams F1 simulator driver, noting his indirect but important impact on car development.