With wholesale regulation changes sweeping into the sport in 2026, having more wind tunnel time could be the difference between just winning a few races and championship success, as the teams scramble to improve their initial packages after the first race of 2026.

From sevens drivers standing on the podium, five securing a pole position and a title fight that could go either way, David Coulthard says it’s been a great F1 season. The only thing preventing it from being a “perfect Hollywood season” is Lewis Hamilton’s disappointing form.

Lewis Hamilton has projected a positive stance on the forthcoming Formula 1 regulations in 2026, describing the change as "fascinating".