Formula 1 Daily Digest – September 19, 2026

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

Andrea Stella Praises Lando Norris for F1 Spanish GP Pole Position

McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella commended Lando Norris for his impressive pole position secured in the final seconds of Q3 during the Spanish Grand Prix.

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Why the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix Will Be Held on a Saturday

The 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix is scheduled for Saturday, September 26, to respect the country’s national Remembrance Day on September 27, shifting the entire race weekend schedule forward by one day.

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Lando Norris Launches Junior Racing Team With Former Powerhouse Boss

Formula 1 driver Lando Norris has established his own junior racing team, appointing a former powerhouse team boss to manage and run the new motorsport operation.

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F1 Teams Push Performance Limits in Sustainable Fuel Development Race

Following the introduction of new power units and Advanced Sustainable Fuels for the 2026 season, Formula 1 teams and their partners are heavily competing to maximize fuel performance and reliability.

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F1 to Increase Sprint Weekends to Ten in 2027 as Fan Opinions Split

Formula 1 has confirmed that the number of sprint weekends will rise from six to ten for the 2027 season, drawing mixed reactions from fans, with nearly 40 percent opposing the sprint format entirely.

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Portuguese Grand Prix Set to Return to the Formula 1 Calendar in 2027

F1 Hall of Fame journalist David Tremayne has welcomed the return of the Portuguese Grand Prix to the Formula 1 calendar for the 2027 season, reflecting on the country’s rich racing history.

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Red Bull Responds to FIA President’s Proposed Plans to Assist Honda

Red Bull has issued a response regarding the FIA president’s proposed plans to assist engine manufacturer Honda, though specific details of the team’s feedback remain limited.

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Arvid Lindblad Recovers to Ninth in Spanish GP After Practice Crash

Formula 1 junior driver Arvid Lindblad admitted to losing confidence following a crash during final practice in Madrid, but recovered to secure a ninth-place finish in the Spanish Grand Prix.

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Fernando Alonso Expresses Pride in Transforming F1 Popularity in Spain

Two-time world champion Fernando Alonso has shared his pride regarding his Formula 1 legacy, noting how his career and popularity have significantly transformed the sport’s outreach in Spain.

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Colton Herta Rules Out Formula 2 Return, Affecting Cadillac F1 Hopes

IndyCar driver Colton Herta has confirmed he has no plans to return to Formula 2, a decision that leaves his prospects of securing a super licence for a potential Cadillac F1 seat in limbo.

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Ferrari to Transition Dino Beganovic to New Non-Racing Role for 2027

Swedish driver Dino Beganovic is reportedly set to complete his final season with the Ferrari Driver Academy in 2026, transitioning into a different role within the organization for 2027.

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Justin Rose Partners With McLaren to Apply Formula 1 Engineering to Golf

Professional golfer Justin Rose has explained how McLaren is utilizing its Formula 1 engineering expertise and pursuit of marginal gains to help optimize performance in the sport of golf.

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Kimi Antonelli Hopes to Emulate Valentino Rossi’s Iconic Fan Support

Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli has expressed his desire to replicate the deep connection and lasting fan support enjoyed by MotoGP legend Valentino Rossi as he continues his Formula 1 career.

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Lewis Hamilton Praises Close Grid Competition Despite Differing Car Designs

Lewis Hamilton has highlighted the impressive nature of modern Formula 1, noting how phenomenal it is that teams utilizing vastly different design approaches can qualify within tenths of a second.

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Max Verstappen Jokes About Yielding Red Bull Seat to Robin Raikkonen

After Red Bull signed 11-year-old Robin Raikkonen, son of 2007 champion Kimi, to its junior program for 2027, Max Verstappen jokingly suggested he might eventually have to step aside for the young Finn.

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