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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Harry Latham-Coyle

The F1 teams tipped to blow away competition in 2026 as Christian Horner demands changes to rule overhaul

Formula 1 is set to hold further discussions over a late regulation change ahead of the 2026 season amid fears that Mercedes-powered teams could dominate.

New engine rules are set to be introduced for next year that will see a 50-50 split in the power unit output between the internal combustion engine and battery, a major uplift from a figure of around 20% currently provided by electricity as F1 introduces more sustain

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