F1 Accused of Editing Antonelli’s Pole Lap to Hide “Embarrassing” 2026 Engine Flaw

Kimi Antonelli delivered an absolute masterclass on Saturday, putting his Mercedes on pole position for the 2026 Japanese Grand Prix with a blistering time of 1:28.778. Usually, when Formula 1 posts the official onboard video of a pole lap,

Kimi Antonelli pips Mercedes teammate George Russell to pole for F1’s Japanese GP – as it happened

Mercedes lockout front row with Oscar Piastri third after Max Verstappen is knocked out of qualifying early in Suzuka

How to Watch F1 Japanese GP Race: Live Streaming and TV Channels

Here’s how fans can watch the 2026 Formula 1 Japanese Grand Prix live, including TV channels, streaming options, and race start times.

Japenese F1 Fans Are on Another Level

We're at Suzuka this weekend, and the F1 atmosphere is nothing short of incredible.

Audi’s team principal is gone after less than a year. Where does this F1 ‘project’ go next?

Audi scored points immediately after rebranding the Sauber squad in F1, but now its team principal is suddenly gone.

Japanese GP qualifying results: Full F1 lap times in Suzuka

Kimi Antonelli served George Russell a title warning by beating his British team-mate to pole position for Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix. Buoyed by his maiden victory in China a fortnight ago, Antonelli delivered another composed performance as he secured top spot in Suzuka by 0.

F1 LIVE: Max Verstappen summoned by Red Bull as 'clear the air' talks planned

The latest F1 headlines with the grid set for the Japanese Grand Prix after a thrilling final qualifying session

F1's Japanese GP will be the last for 5 weeks due to the effects of the Iran war

SUZUKA, Japan (AP) — The Japanese Grand Prix is only the third race of the new Formula 1 season, but it will be last one for five weeks with events in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia called off because of the war in Iran.