FEATURED · JULY 25, 2026
Hungarian GP 2026: Tickets, Fees & the €276M Contract Bet
F1's last race before summer break runs July 26. Ticket prices, Hungary's €276M hosting deal, and the title fight entering Budapest.
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RACE-ANALYSIS · JULY 25, 2026
Mercedes Spa Software Fault Hit the Title Leader Too
Mercedes confirmed the software fault that wrecked Russell's Spa race was also on Antonelli's car — what it means for the title lead.
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REGULATIONS · JULY 25, 2026
Norris: F1 Wrote 2026 Engine Rules to Sign Audi, Not to Race
Norris says F1's 50-50 hybrid split was written to sign Audi, not to race. What the 2026 rules cost teams and drivers in return.
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2026 HYBRID POWER SPLIT
RACE-INTEL · JULY 6, 2026
British GP 2026: Leclerc Ends a 623-Day Drought
Leclerc's first win in 623 days, Antonelli's lead cut from 66 to 22 points in three races — the 2026 British GP decoded from the data.
623
Days since Leclerc's previous win
Standings
Full standings on the Hub →Drivers
1Andrea Kimi Antonelli204
2Lewis Hamilton159
3George Russell154
4Charles Leclerc126
5Lando Norris103
Constructors
1Mercedes358
2Ferrari285
3McLaren195
4Red Bull151
5Alpine F1 Team61
This Race's Movers
Belgian Grand PrixBiggest Riser · Drivers
Lewis Hamilton
+1P3 → P2
Biggest Fall · Drivers
George Russell
−1P2 → P3
Circuit Intelligence · Round 11 · July 26
Hungaroring
Budapest, Hungary
Racing since
1986 · 41 races
Race distance
70
Avg. winner start
P2.9
Lap record
1:16.627 — Lewis Hamilton (2020)
Fastest pit stop
13.173s — McLaren (2011)
Most wins
Lewis Hamilton (8)
Top constructor
McLaren (13)
Last 5 winners
2025Lando Norris
2024Oscar Piastri
2023Max Verstappen
2022Max Verstappen
2021Esteban Ocon
SEASON-2026 · JUNE 28, 2026
What Russell's Austria Win Actually Means for Mercedes
Russell won Austria from pole. Why it matters more in the contract room than the standings — and what it means for Mercedes' £140M+ sponsor machine.
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POINTS GAP — ANTONELLI VS RUSSELL
RACE-INTEL · JUNE 27, 2026
Canadian Grand Prix 2026: Prize Money, Tickets & Montreal's $162M Economic Impact
Montreal's Canadian GP generates $162M CAD annually — the full breakdown of prize money, ticket costs, and what the Indy 500 calendar clash means for F1's North American business.
RACE-WEEKEND-ECONOMICS · MAY 14, 2026
Canadian Grand Prix 2026: Prize Money, Tickets & Montreal's $162M Economic Impact
The 2026 Canadian GP runs May 22-24 at Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. Here's the full ticket breakdown, prize money structure, and Montreal's $162M economic impact.
INDYCAR · MAY 8, 2026
Alex Zanardi: The Racing Career, the Crashes, and the Legacy That Outlived Both
Alex Zanardi died May 1, 2026, aged 59. Two IndyCar titles, four Paralympic golds, two life-altering accidents. Here is the full story of his extraordinary life.
MOTORSPORT-BUSINESS · MAY 7, 2026
F1 vs NASCAR vs IndyCar: Driver Salaries 2026 Compared
Verstappen earns $70M. Kyle Busch earns $16.9M. Colton Herta earns $7M. The full salary comparison across motorsport's three biggest series in 2026.
INDYCAR · MAY 7, 2026
Indianapolis 500 2026: Prize Money, Purse Breakdown & Economic Impact
The 110th Indy 500 runs May 24, 2026. Here's the full prize money breakdown, what the winner earns, and the $566M economic impact on Indianapolis.
MAY 7, 2026
Apple TV's F1 Play Is Working in the US — But Sky Just Slammed the Door on What Comes Next
Apple TV is winning the US F1 ratings race. But Sky just signed a £1B deal through 2034, and it changes everything about Apple's global ambitions.
ECONOMIC-INTELLIGENCE · APRIL 22, 2026
Miami Grand Prix 2026: Prize Money & Economic Impact
The 2026 Miami GP generates $500M+ for South Florida. Here's how F1 prize money works, what each constructor earns, and why Miami is F1's most valuable US race.
DRIVER-FINANCE · APRIL 21, 2026
Max Verstappen to Mercedes 2026: The $76M Decision
Verstappen can leave Red Bull free of charge in 2026. But Mercedes has Russell and Antonelli locked in. The exit clause, the numbers, and what happens next.
DRIVER-FINANCE · APRIL 6, 2026
Lewis Hamilton Ferrari Salary 2026: Contract & Net Worth
Lewis Hamilton net worth 2026: $450M. Ferrari salary $60M base, $100M total. Dating Kim Kardashian. Full contract, sponsors & business empire breakdown.
DRIVER-FINANCE · APRIL 6, 2026
How Much Do F1 Drivers Make in 2026? Full Salary Grid
From Verstappen's $76M to rookies on $500K — here's the complete 2026 F1 driver salary breakdown, including bonuses, per-race earnings, and team payrolls.
PADDOCK-LIFE · APRIL 5, 2026
Miami Grand Prix 2026: What It Actually Costs to Attend
Campus Pass, grandstands, Paddock Club — here's exactly what the 2026 Miami Grand Prix costs to attend, and what the race generates for South Florida.
ECONOMIC-INTELLIGENCE · APRIL 3, 2026
Christian Horner Alpine Bid: The $600M F1 Power Struggle
Christian Horner wants back into F1 via Alpine. So does Mercedes. Now a baseball billionaire may outbid them both. Here's what's really at stake.
REGULATIONS · APRIL 3, 2026
F1 2026 Rule Changes: Six Fixes Before Miami GP
F1 stakeholders meet April 9 to fix the biggest problems with 2026 regulations before Miami. Here's what's on the table and who pays the price.
DRIVER-FINANCE · APRIL 2, 2026
Max Verstappen Net Worth 2026: Salary & Earnings
Max Verstappen's net worth in 2026 is estimated at $200–$250M. Red Bull salary, sponsors, jet, yacht, and what he loses if he retires.
ECONOMIC-INTELLIGENCE · APRIL 1, 2026
F1 Drivers in Monaco 2026: The Tax Strategy Behind the Move
12 of 22 F1 drivers live in Monaco in 2026. Zero income tax means Verstappen saves $31M yearly. Full grid breakdown and who doesn't qualify.