F1 Chinese GP: Gasly Confirmed
F1 buzz is building for the Chinese GP in Shanghai (March 13-15) – Alpine's Pierre Gasly and Franco Colapinto will use no new power unit components this weekend [https://x.com/i/status/2032255653431926820]. Plus, the F1 Academy 2026 season kicks off there too, emphasizing driver goals and new challenges [https://x.com/i/status/2032253072026517852]. Cadillac F1 Team shared circuit prep tips and their calendar, including races in the US, Mexico, China, and Finland [https://x.com/i/status/2032252208104763511].
Pierre Gasly of Alpine admitted the team underperformed in Melbourne and is aiming to fix car setup, energy management, and tire optimization issues for Shanghai. He believes the team can perform better in Shanghai and has new items coming to the car this weekend. He also voiced concerns about the fairness of starts being influenced by variables outside the driver's control. The F1 Academy season kicks off in Shanghai, marking its fourth season. The weekend includes a free practice session, qualifying, and two races. Kaylee Countryman is making her debut for TGR Haas F1 Team. Cadillac F1 Team's Valtteri Bottas and Sergio Perez had a rough start in Melbourne. The team's 2026 calendar includes races in the US, Mexico, China, and Finland. The Cadillac team has Colton Herta as a test driver.
