The first half of the 2026 Formula 1 season is in the books, with Mercedes and its young driver Kimi Antonelli leading the way. Antonelli has won six Grands Prix and taken pole position at six races, giving him a 50-point lead over Lewis Hamilton in the Drivers’ Championship.
Teams to Watch
Ferrari has also shown strength, with Hamilton and Charles Leclerc earning wins for the team. Alpine and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls have been consistent, with Alpine enjoying four double-points weekends and Visa Cash App Racing Bulls scoring points in all but one race.
Cadillac, F1’s newest team, has focused on growth and development, bringing developmental upgrades to the track and getting both Sergio Pérez and Valtteri Bottas to the checkered flag multiple times.
Teams with Work to Do
George Russell has struggled with bad luck, including a battery failure in the Canadian Grand Prix and an anti-stall issue in the Hungarian Grand Prix. Williams has also faced challenges, sitting in ninth place in the Constructors’ Championship standings and struggling to advance in qualifying.
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