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Who is racing Max Verstappen in "Max vs 100"? Entry list revealed
The majority of the 100 karters preparing to challenge four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen in the Max vs 100 event on Wednesday 16 September have been revealed.
Max vs 100: F1 drivers predict how Verstappen will fare racing 100 drivers
Max Verstappen will start from the back of a 101 go-kart grid with the sole aim of reaching the front of the pack in 30 laps.
Max vs 100: Meet the drivers racing against Red Bull's Verstappen
Ahead of Max vs 100, here's single driver competing against Max Verstappen in the event streamed live on Disney+.
LeBron the star as Angola aims to cash in on E1 racing
Angola hopes hosting the E1 Series will boost tourism after NBA star LeBron James attends the inaugural powerboat race in the capital Luanda.
Racing Louisville can't survive in its current form: Is sale, relocation or folding next?
Racing Louisville has few fans, its best players want to leave, and there's no improvement in sight. Is an exit from the NWSL next?
Lando Norris completes first full test in McLaren’s Le Mans Hypercar
Reigning Formula 1 champion Lando Norris completed his first full-fledged test at the wheel of the McLaren MCL-HY Le Mans Hypercar at Portimao on Monday.
What Colapinto learned from Gasly's Monza pole to make his Madrid breakthrough
Franco Colapinto says studying Pierre Gasly's qualifying performance at Monza helped him make progress at the Spanish Grand Prix, where he finished seventh after reaching Q3.
Lewis Hamilton “lucky to make it round” after Spanish GP brake failure
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton says he was "lucky to make it round" to the garage after suffering a brake failure in the opening stages of Madrid's Spanish GP.
Kimi Antonelli's "precious" moment with father goes viral after Spanish GP win
A moment shared between Kimi Antonelli and his father, Marco Antonelli, has gone viral after the Mercedes driver celebrated his eighth Formula 1 win at the Spanish Grand Prix.
Kimi Antonelli's Spanish GP win will still "sting", says James Hinchcliffe
Mercedes driver and current championship leader Kimi Antonelli will feel a "sting" after his Spanish Grand Prix victory because he knows McLaren's Lando Norris had the faster car, according to former IndyCar Series driver and F1 TV analyst James Hinchcliffe.
Who slept worst last night: Carlos Sainz
It is almost exactly 10 years since Formula 1 first took to the streets of Baku in June 2016.
Who slept best last night: Lando Norris
Oh, the irony!
F1 Azerbaijan GP is on a Saturday in 2026, here's why
The 2026 Formula 1 campaign is reaching its end with 14 of the currently scheduled 23 rounds now complete after last weekend’s Spanish Grand Prix.
"My race could have been over" – Max Verstappen’s take on first lap incident with Lewis Hamilton
With his fifth podium finish in seven race weekends, Max Verstappen got the maximum out of the first Formula 1 race at the Madring.
Aston Martin partner Honda replaces F1 power unit boss
Aston Martin's engine partner Honda has replaced the project leader of its Formula 1 power unit programme as it aims to claw its way back into contention.
Spanish GP promises Madring track changes following F1 criticism
Organisers of Formula 1's Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid are ready to make tweaks to the Madring circuit to boost overtaking for 2027, and have already received recommendations from the FIA.
George Russell told to turn focus to 2027 as title bid branded "a write-off" after Spanish GP
Former IndyCar Series driver and F1 TV analyst James Hinchcliffe has argued that George Russell must treat the remainder of the 2026 season as early preparation for 2027, declaring that the Briton's current championship fight is a "write-off" following the Spanish Grand Prix.
Romain Grosjean apologises to McLaren after controversial, unfounded comments
Formula 1 and Canal+ pundit Romain Grosjean publicly apologised to McLaren and Zak Brown over comments made during coverage of the Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring.
His worst races would be enough: The remarkable stats behind Kimi Antonelli’s title hopes
It takes a fair bit of imagination to find any real drama left in the 2026 Formula 1 World Championship.
Williams tipped for "huge step" forward at Azerbaijan GP with major upgrade
Former Formula 1 driver Juan Pablo Montoya expects Williams to take a "huge step" forward at the upcoming Azerbaijan Grand Prix as the Grove outfit prepares to introduce a much-needed upgrade package.
Nico Rosberg stunned by Kimi Antonelli's "unbelievable" maturity in 2026 F1 title fight
2016 Formula 1 champion Nico Rosberg says he has been astonished by Kimi Antonelli’s maturity during the 2026 season.
Why McLaren won’t blame F1 race control for lost Spanish GP victory
After qualifying on pole position with a stunning lap on Saturday, victory in the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix looked certain for Lando Norris – until an ill-timed virtual safety car cost him a shot at the win.
F2 bulks up Baku schedule with extra feature race – is this a clue for F1’s future?
The Formula 2 championship has announced a "supersized" meeting for its next round in Baku.
Why F1 should avoid knee-jerk rule changes after Lando Norris' Madrid heartbreak
Lando Norris lost a Formula 1 race win through no fault of his own - or his team's - but simply because of the unfortunate timing of a virtual safety car, triggered on lap 14 of the Spanish Grand Prix after Lance Stroll's retirement.
Guenther Steiner criticises Lando Norris's Coca-Cola Spanish GP moment as 'unprofessional'
Former Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner has criticised Lando Norris's Coca-Cola cooldown room moment following the Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, claiming it was unprofessional of the McLaren driver.
Audi F1 junior Freddie Slater signs F2 deal for 2027 season
Formula 3 runner-up and Audi Formula 1 junior Freddie Slater will step up to Formula 2 with Invicta Racing in 2027.
Red Bull insists “there is nothing wrong” with Isack Hadjar's recovery
Red Bull team principal Laurent Mekies says Isack Hadjar’s recovery from injury is on target, despite the Frenchman having missed the last three Formula 1 grands prix.
F1 world champion among drivers for Race Of Champions’ first New Zealand event
The Race Of Champions has announced the first four drivers for its inaugural New Zealand event, taking place at Wellington’s Hnry Stadium on 9-10 January 2027.
Norris on pole: 'Everything just came together'
Lando Norris called his scintillating Spanish Grand Prix pole lap one of the best he's ever done, even if he was convinced in the moment he was going to finish with the car in the wall.
Sainz dealt major blow at home race in Madrid
Carlos Sainz has been dealt a major blow at his home race after he was handed a three-place grid penalty for the Spanish Grand Prix.
Antonelli expects 'grandmother driving' at Madring
Kimi Antonelli has said that taking on the brand-new Madring will be like driving like a Grandma in the opening stages of the Spanish Grand Prix on Sunday.
Verstappen to F1: Consult drivers on new circuits
Max Verstappen has called on Formula 1 to consult drivers when designing new circuits amid concerns there will be no overtaking at Sunday's inaugural race at the all-new Madring.
Max vs 100: When is Verstappen race, how to watch on Disney+, how it works, who's taking part?
Four-time Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen is taking on his next challenge -- which could be his most entertaining yet.
What makes Max Verstappen so good? Career, background and F1 records
Max Verstappen is returning to his racing roots and is facing 100 drivers in a unique event called Max vs. 100 where the Formula 1 star will attempt to overtake 100 challengers, starting from the back of the grid.
Spanish Grand Prix results: Kimi Antonelli capitalises on Lando Norris misfortune for another win - as it happened
Kimi Antonelli capitalised on some bad luck for Lando Norris to win the Spanish Grand Prix, and you can relive all the race updates on ESPN.
Spanish Grand Prix: F1 drivers pushing for 'obvious' changes to Madring after debut
Formula 1 drivers are already pushing for changes to be made to the Madring circuit after its debut Spanish Grand Prix produced a lifeless dud.
Madring's F1 debut left everyone dissatisfied, even Spanish GP's top 3
Many in the paddock were wary that the Spanish GP's brand-new Madring would make for dull racing, and that's exactly what came to pass Sunday.
Spanish GP takeaways: Kimi Antonelli marches on as Lando Norris suffers, Madring falls flat
The Spanish Grand Prix is done and dusted and drivers got their first taste of the brand-new Madring.
Max vs 100 explained: Rules, drivers, shortcuts and how Verstappen can win
Everything you need to know ahead of Max v 100 at Silverstone, as Max Verstappen takes on a unique new challenge.
Antonelli wins again as Norris, Hamilton suffer
Kimi Antonelli took a major stride towards becoming the youngest Formula 1 world champion ever with victory at the Spanish Grand Prix.
Max vs 100: How Verstappen's karting years made an F1 champion - and prepared him for an all-new test
Max Verstappen tells ESPN's Laurence Edmondson how his karting roots shaped his F1 career and prepared him for the Max vs 100 challenge.
Hamilton concedes F1 title after early Spain DNF
Lewis Hamilton's Spanish Grand Prix lasted just six laps before he was forced to retire with brake issues.
Ugochukwu becomes first American F3 champion
Ugo Ugochukwu finished second in Sunday's Spanish Grand Prix to become the first American driver to win the Formula 3 title.
Larson ends winless streak, boosts NASCAR title hopes
Kyle Larson ended a 51-race winless streak Sunday in a crash-filled NASCAR Cup Series race at World Wide Technology Raceway that shook up the playoff standings.
Norris hits out at rules after losing 'deserved' win
Lando Norris bemoaned Formula 1's Virtual Safety Car rules after he appeared to lose a nailed-on Spanish Grand Prix win, saying "it's a rule that shouldn't define a race."
Honda replacing engine chief after poor start to '26
Honda is replacing the head of its Formula 1 power unit project following the manufacturer's disappointing start to 2026 as Aston Martin's engine supplier.
Kaulig's Ram Truck deal has them on an island in NASCAR Cup Series
Ram has partnered with Kaulig Racing for its return to the NASCAR Truck Series, but that's cost the team support from Chevrolet for its Cup program.
Russell follows Hamilton in conceding title to Kimi
George Russell has all but conceded defeat in the year's title race, saying "it's exceptionally unlikely" he will catch Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli.
Fun won out at Freedom 250 as IndyCar took over streets of Washington
IndyCar's Freedom 250 sparked debate ahead of Sunday's race in Washington, D.C., but for the three hours of racing, the sport was the big winner.
Lando Norris to test McLaren MCL-HY hypercar ahead of Azerbaijan GP
Lando Norris will test McLaren's new MCL-HY hypercar at the Algarve International Circuit ahead of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
Winners and losers from F1's underwhelming Spanish Grand Prix
Formula 1's first visit to Madrid in 45 years went off to a smooth enough start off the track, but its inaugural race at the Madring left plenty to be desired.
"I almost fell asleep" – F1 drivers push for Madrid track changes after "very poor" Spanish GP
The Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix played out exactly as most drivers had feared.
Carlos Sainz accuses Fernando Alonso of provoking a penalty "like always"
As if complaints about the track layout weren't enough, the first Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix at the new Madring circuit provoked an unseemly spat between the two home heroes.
How brutal VSC timing turned Lando Norris’ Spanish GP upside down
Two seconds - this was the margin between Lando Norris passing the Madring pit entry and the call for the virtual safety car that ended his victory hopes for the Spanish Grand Prix - one that Formula 1 race winner Kimi Antonelli ultimately accepted.
Spanish Grand Prix 2026: Race start time in Madrid, how to watch, full schedule, predictions
Formula 1 is heading to Madrid for this year's Spanish Grand Prix where a brand-new circuit will provide drivers with a fresh challenge to mark the end of the European races.
Lando Norris praised for firm response to Coca-Cola request after Spanish GP: "Highlight of the Madring"
Formula 1 fans have praised Lando Norris after he shot down a request from an official not to drink Coca-Cola in the cooldown room after the Spanish Grand Prix.
Nico Rosberg: Carlos Sainz must share blame for Madring overtaking issues
2016 Formula 1 champion Nico Rosberg says Carlos Sainz must take some responsibility for the lack of overtaking at the new Madring circuit, given his role as ambassador for the venue.
George Russell closer than ever to giving up on 2026 F1 title
George Russell is now “exceptionally unlikely” to win the 2026 Formula 1 title, having been beaten by Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli for a fifth consecutive time at the Spanish Grand Prix.
All the results and standings from the 2026 F1 Spanish Grand Prix
2026 F1 Drivers' Championship Pos. Driver Points 1 K. AntonelliMercedes 292 18/2 29 25/1 28 31 25/1 - 15/3 8 25/1 15/3 23 25/1 25/1 2 G ... Keep reading
Red Bull defends decision to force Max Verstappen to give back two positions
Max Verstappen finished second in the Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid, losing out only to Kimi Antonelli - yet could he have won had Red Bull not instructed him to concede two positions during the race?
Norris beats Antonelli to pole on Madrid debut
Lando Norris came from nowhere to edge out championship leader Kimi Antonelli and take a brilliant pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix.
Hamilton crashes in FP3, ignores Ferrari instruction
Kimi Antonelli set the pace in the final practice session of the Spanish Grand Prix in what was a heavily-disrupted session.
F1 Spanish GP: Kimi Antonelli wins again as VSC costs Lando Norris
Kimi Antonelli prevailed in the Spanish Grand Prix, Formula 1’s first race at the Madring, as polesitter Lando Norris’ race was derailed by strategy.
2026 F1 Championship standings: Kimi Antonelli closes in on the title
The lucky winner of the Spanish Grand Prix, Kimi Antonelli has further extended his championship lead over George Russell, who could do no better than fifth, and over Lewis Hamilton, who was forced to retire due to a brake problem.
Five quick takeaways from the F1 Spanish GP
Faultless Kimi Antonelli takes another title step Guess what?
Mercedes thought it had pole position until Lando Norris came along
Mercedes Formula 1 team principal Toto Wolff briefly believed Kimi Antonelli had taken pole position for the Spanish Grand Prix – until Lando Norris snatched it away.
Colton Herta withdraws from both Madring F2 races
Colton Herta has withdrawn from both races at the Madring Formula 2 round.
Max Verstappen: ‘I need to figure out where to overtake’ to win F1 Spanish GP
Max Verstappen says he still needs to figure out where to overtake if he is to beat Lando Norris to victory in Formula 1’s Spanish Grand Prix.
FIA boss hoping for changes to keep Alonso in F1
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem hinted he is pushing for Formula 1 engine rule changes which will help keep Fernando Alonso in the sport another year, saying it would be "unacceptable" for the Spanish legend to retire as things currently are.
What to expect from Madrid GP? From Mercedes' six-stop joke to a "six-kilometre-long" pitlane
The circuit in Madrid has offered Formula 1 drivers a surprisingly high level of grip during their first visit, something that is certainly not a given at a new circuit.
Will Madring live up to reputation as F1 car killer? 'The most risky circuit of the calendar'
F1 got its first taste of the Spanish Grand Prix's brand-new Madring on Friday, and early impressions suggest it's going to take guts to get right.
Former McLaren F1 junior Ugo Ugochukwu wins Formula 3 title
Ugo Ugochukwu became the 2026 Formula 3 champion on Sunday, despite coming into the Madring weekend as a dark horse.
Spanish Grand Prix: Kimi Antonelli sets pace in second practice on Madring debut - as it happened
Kimi Antonelli topped the times in the second practice session of the Spanish Grand Prix.
"F1 cannot continue this way" - Fernando Alonso sounds the alarm at Spanish GP home race
Aston Martin driver Fernando Alonso has warned that Formula 1 "cannot continue this way" after being disappointed by how the current generation of cars is being held back on the challenging Madring circuit, the new home of the Spanish Grand Prix.
Antonelli quickest in FP2 in Madrid, Russell fifth
George Russell was left trailing Kimi Antonelli in second practice for the Spanish Grand Prix -- as British rookie Arvid Lindblad crashed out at Formula 1's new "risky" and "car-killer" venue in Madrid.
Why Madring’s banked Turn 12 could be crucial in the F1 Spanish GP
The latest addition to the Formula 1 calendar had already sparked plenty of discussion in the paddock before the weekend.
F2 car bursts into flames as Madrid track debuts
A Formula 2 car burst into flames as danger concerns stalked the first running of the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid.
Lando Norris lost “three tenths” on way to shock Madring F1 pole
“That’s a masterpiece.” After Lando Norris snatched pole position away from Kimi Antonelli by a mere 0.011s at the Spanish Grand Prix, McLaren team principal Andrea Stella was both ecstatic and panegyrical towards his driver.
“Pretty shocking”, “quite messy” – Oscar Piastri bewildered by poor Madring F1 qualifying
A downbeat Oscar Piastri described his Spanish Grand Prix qualifying as “shocking” and “messy”, having finished seventh while McLaren Formula 1 team-mate Lando Norris took pole position.
Antonelli's phone crashes after home win in Monza
Kimi Antonelli got so many messages after winning the Italian Grand Prix, which he called the best day of his life, that his WhatsApp crashed that evening.