2026 Japanese GP: Driver performance rating

Drivers and teams earn points based on their finishing positions in each race, which ultimately determines their championship standings. However, these points do not always reflect their true performance. At Racemind, we…

2026 Japanese GP: Antonelli unstoppable again

Overtaking at Suzuka is not easy, and a single pit-stop strategy usually doesn’t add much intrigue to the race. However, many expected the new regulations to change the situation. On Friday, Oscar…

2026 Japanese GP: Second consecutive pole for Antonelli

Suzuka presents a challenging overtaking environment, making qualifying a crucial phase where the competition is consistently fierce. In seven of the last ten Grands Prix, the pole-sitter has gone on to win…

2026 Japanese GP: Piastri Untouchable in FP2

Warm weather, blooming sakura, and packed grandstands welcomed the drivers at Suzuka. Only the variable wind caused issues — in the first session, many drivers ran off track at the Spoon corner.