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Formula 1 Daily Digest – October 2, 2026

The latest F1 news, race reaction, driver updates and paddock talking points in one quick daily roundup.

FIA confirm Lewis Hamilton investigation after FP2 incident

The FIA has confirmed it has opened an investigation into Lewis Hamilton following an incident in FP2 at the F1 Bahrain GP in Malaysia.

Motorsport Week


2026 Bahrain GP at Sepang FP1 results: full classification

Sepang returns to the Formula 1 calendar this weekend as Malaysia hosts the Bahrain Grand Prix in place of Sakhir. Follow this page for the complete results from every practice session. FP1 results: 1 Max Verstappen (Red Bull) 2 George Russell (Mercedes) +0.383s 3 Isack Hadjar (Red Bull) +0.

Scuderia Fans


Vasseur calls for Ferrari unity: Pointing fingers would be "big mistake"

Ferrari team boss Fred Vasseur has welcomed the public backing of his bosses and called on his team to remain united rather than point fingers and get distracted by outside noise.

Autosport


Lewis Hamilton learns fate over faulty Ferrari mirror that angered F1 rival

At least, Lewis Hamilton had an excuse this time; Ferrari less so.

Racing News 365


F1 issued stark ‘two-tier championship’ warning over ‘cost cap trap’

It’s not the first time James Vowles has spoken out, but this time, he is unequivocal.

Racing News 365


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Rough start for F1’s return to Sepang

The long-dormant Sepang International Circuit has drivers and teams scrambling to adjust to its tire-grinding surface.

Racer


Christian Horner Ferrari comments exposed by phone call

Christian Horner being linked to the team principal role at Ferrari has been dashed by Martin Brundle after he called the former Red Bull boss.

Racing News 365


Mercedes suffer one of the ‘toughest Fridays’ of the season

Friday saw Mercedes’ new package of upgrades break cover in Malaysia, but the day did not go entirely to plan for the Silver Arrows, with some of their rivals getting out of the blocks faster in both practice sessions.

Formula 1


Fernando Alonso reveals touching first karting experience with son Leonard at just two months old

Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has revealed that he took his son, Leonard, for a lap in a go-kart at just two months old.

Motorsport


Ferrari SF-26 upgrades: why Zandvoort failed to close the gap to Mercedes and McLaren

Ferrari emerged badly bruised from its September races. After Barcelona had created the belief that the team could challenge Mercedes for the Constructors’ Championship, Madrid and Baku effectively extinguished those hopes.

Scuderia Fans


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F1 stars ‘don’t want’ Italy season finale as tax police target paddock over back-dated bills before Grand Prix switch

FORMULA ONE drivers do not want to race in Italy due to an ongoing tax investigation, according to Valtteri Bottas. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East has caused uncertainty regarding the final location of the 2026 season finale.

The Sun – Motorsport


Broadcaster claims Qatar, Abu Dhabi are on

Oct.2 (GMM) Formula 1’s long-running uncertainty over Qatar and Abu Dhabi may finally be ending, with Sky Deutschland reporting that both races will go ahead as scheduled.

One Stop Strategy


Bearman thought Monaco sprint was a ‘prank’

Oct.2 (GMM) Oliver Bearman says he initially thought Formula 1’s decision to add a sprint race at Monaco in 2027 was a joke – and Max Verstappen is hardly convinced either.

One Stop Strategy


George Russell tipped to ignite extraordinary F1 title comeback with ‘fire in his eyes’

Martin Brundle believes the F1 championship is not Kimi Antonelli’s just yet after George Russell showed ‘fire in his eyes’.

Racing News 365


Michael Schumacher’s condition now after Ferrari tribute and wife’s heartbreaking confession

A fresh documentary about Michael Schumacher, featuring his wife, has been released

Mirror

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