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7 things to be excited for in the 2026 Formula 1 season
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Key Points:
- The 2026 Formula 1 season will feature a major overhaul in regulations, including smaller, lighter cars with active aerodynamics and power units combining a 50:50 split of internal combustion and electrical energy running on 100% sustainable fuels, promising new challenges and potential shifts in team competitiveness.
- For the first time in four years, the grid will include four former world champions—Lando Norris, Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and Fernando Alonso—bringing a combined total of 14 championships and intensifying the competition.
- The driver market could see significant activity during 2026, with many contracts expiring or containing clauses, making seats at top teams like Mercedes and Aston Martin highly sought after, and driver moves likely to
