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What is the format for F1 sprint races in 2026?

140 sources·Updated 1 day ago

TL;DR

The 2026 British GP at Silverstone features a sprint race format with six events planned.

  • Lando Norris is central to a projected record crowd at Silverstone.
  • McLaren aims for home victory with a special livery for the sprint.
  • Britain's five F1 drivers have one practice hour before sprint qualifying.

The 2026 F1 season will feature six sprint races, with the British GP at Silverstone set to attract a record crowd, putting Lando Norris and McLaren under pressure ahead of the sprint qualifying.

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