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Mercedes leads early in F1 2026 season amid Ferrari and McLaren challenges

Autosport • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 8:29 AM

Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Mercedes leads early in F1 2026 season amid Ferrari and McLaren challenges

Summary

The 2026 Formula 1 season is currently underway, with Mercedes initially dominating by winning its first six races from pole position. However, the team has struggled in recent races, claiming only two victories in the following five events. Ferrari and McLaren have progressively grown stronger, posing increased competition to Mercedes. The ongoing development race will be crucial in determining the standings as the season continues.

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By the Numbers

•Mercedes won six consecutive races at the season's start.
•Ferrari and McLaren have become significant competitors.
•Mercedes has won two of the last five races.
•The development race will influence the pecking order moving forward.

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What they're saying

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The 2026 Formula 1 season is shaping up how it was expected to be, with the development race deciding the pecking order as the campaign progresses. Although Mercedes started this regulation cycle in dominant form, winning the opening six grands prix from pole, it has ‘only’ won two of the last five with Ferrari and McLaren entering the fray. Ferrari, in particular, has made headlines thanks ...Keep reading
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