Martin Brundle stated he had a “tear in his eye” when discussing the 2026 F1 season – and the impact the much-maligned new generation of cars have had on the sport.
New engine and chassis regulations this year, which see an almost 50/50 split between the internal combustion engine and electrical power, have been highly criticised by the majority of the grid. The cars are also lighter, smaller, use active aerodynamics and devices such as ‘Boost Mode’ and ‘Overtake Mode.’