Team-mate battles in 2026: Are “slower” F1 drivers suddenly more competitive?

After the first three race weekends of the 2026 Formula 1 season, now is a good time to take a detailed look at the intra-team battles: who is currently the faster driver? Who excels in qualifying, and who in race trim? Who is adapting best to the new regulations – and who is emerging as a surprise?
Here, we run through the driver pairings that make up all 11 teams on the 2026 Formula 1 grid ...Keep reading