FIA Step In as Verstappen BLASTS 2026 F1 Cars | F1 News

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onight’s F1 news explodes as Max Verstappen delivers a brutal verdict on the 2026 Formula 1 regulations, prompting direct intervention from the FIA. Verstappen brands the new cars “not Formula 1” and compares them to Formula E, sparking a reaction across the paddock. We break down why F1 leadership felt forced to step in, how Red Bull responded, and what this could mean for Max’s long term future in the sport. We also cover a full Bahrain Test Day 3 roundup, including Mercedes finding an unexpected ally as Ferrari back away from an engine protest, major power unit revelations, and why Toto Wolff is suddenly “having a laugh”. Tony Craig has the latest Formula 1 News.🔔 SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/@F1Grandstand?sub_confirmation=1 There is big news for Mercedes with a brand new chassis already lined up for Bahrain next week, while Ferrari show clear progress in car philosophy, structure, and reliability according to Charles Leclerc. We also discuss Aston Martin’s struggles, Lance Stroll’s brutal honesty, Red Bull’s battery advantage, and why some drivers are refusing to speak freely while Max says exactly what fans are thinking. Daily F1 news, honest analysis, live watchalongs, and the best Formula 1 community on YouTube. This is F1 Grandstand. 👍 Like the video if you enjoy honest F1 coverage 🔔 Subscribe for daily Formula 1 news and live shows 💬 Do you agree with Max or is the FIA right to intervene? ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Welcome to F1 Grandstand Friday Night Live 04:00 Max Verstappen opens up on 2026 F1 cars 08:30 Why Max says the new cars are not Formula 1 12:40 Simulator concerns and Formula E comparisons 17:00 FIA reacts and contacts Red Bull 21:30 Why F1 leadership felt forced to intervene 25:40 Other drivers respond to Max’s comments 30:00 George Russell and the party line response 34:40 Lando Norris reaction and driver silence 39:30 Bahrain Test Day 3 lap time roundup 44:30 Mercedes pace and power unit advantage 49:30 Ferrari engine U turn and protest ruled out 54:20 Toto Wolff laughing as pressure fades 59:30 Mercedes new chassis and Bahrain upgrade plan 1:04:00 Ferrari progress and Leclerc’s verdict 1:06:45 Final thoughts and Sunday show preview #F1News #Formula1 #F1 #formulaone #maxverstappen #F1Grandstand #f12026 Join in with the fastest growing Formula 1 fan community in the world. All the latest F1 News from all the Formula 1 teams and races, from Monaco to Miami keep up to date right here. Have your say on the latest F1 News Now! 📧 CONTACT F1 GRANDSTAND: f1grandstandtv@gmail.com 📧 WRITER SUBMISSIONS: f1grandstandtv@gmail.com 📱SOCIAL ACCOUNTS: WEBSITE: https://www.f1grandstand.com FACEBOOK: / F1GrandstandHub X: https://x.com/F1Grandstand_ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/_f1grandstand_/ DISCORD LINK : https://discord.gg/meGBWzrG F1 Grandstand is Formula 1's fastest growing independent fan channel. Made for F1 Fans by F1 Fans, F1 Grandstand provides you with the latest breaking Formula 1 news, Grand Prix Reviews and Watch Alongs, Driver Stories and F1 Team upgrades and updates. So if Formula 1 is your passion or if you are new to the world of F1, then you are in the right place. Get involved and subscribe to F1 Grandstand.