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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Giles Richards

Storm brews over new F1 rules loopholes as Mercedes and Red Bull gain advantage

Red Bull unveil their colours
Red Bull unveil their colours for the new season, but the team’s use of compression ratios has come under intense focus. Photograph: Red Bull Content Pool/PA

Unveiling their new engine in Tokyo should have been a significant moment for Honda to celebrate, but behind the scenes the storied marque – as well as plenty of their Formula One rivals – are worried that a looming row over new engine regulations is threatening to overshadow the opening of the 2026 season.

So significant is the concern that it will be the key topic of discussion at a meeting between the FIA and the engine manufacturers set for Thursday before the first day of pre-season testing at Barcelona.

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