Formula 1's 2026 Season Begins with New Regulations and Competitive Top Teams

Formula 1 enters a new era in 2026 with complex regulations affecting driving styles and race strategies. Top teams Mercedes, Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull remain competitive after testing, with innovations like Ferrari's rear wing. Lewis Hamilton, now with Ferrari, appears more comfortable under the new rules, though former driver Karun Chandhok notes it's early to draw conclusions. The season starts with the Australian Grand Prix amid expectations of a closely contested championship and strategic challenges.