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Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli topped final practice at the Madring circuit with a 1:32.797 as a dramatic session saw Lewis Hamilton crash and Oliver Bearman damage his Haas, prompting a red flag and lengthy delays; Lance Stroll will start from the back after taking a new engine, and qualifying is at 14:30 BST as teams prepare for pole in the Spanish Grand Prix weekend.
Mercedes’ Kimi Antonelli won the Suzuka race to take the 2026 title lead, with Piastri and Leclerc on the podium, as the event spotlighted ongoing tensions with the 2026 regulations—particularly energy-management and safety—after Oliver Bearman’s crash and a controversial onboard footage cut, prompting the FIA to plan April-break meetings to refine the rules. The piece argues Verstappen’s frustration with the 2026 era is deepening, potentially hinting at a sabbatical, while McLaren’s steady progress keeps Mercedes honest and Russell faces renewed pressure from Antonelli and Piastri in a tighter championship race.