In-Depth Analysis: Zak Brown’s Formal Appeal to the FIA – Safeguarding the Integrity of Formula 1 in an Era of Unprecedented Financial Stability

CEO Zak Brown Files Formal FIA Ownership Appeal

McLaren CEO Zak Brown sent a six-page letter to FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem in May 2026, calling for a ban on common F1 team ownership. The move comes amid Mercedes-Alpine stake talks and aims to protect sporting integrity as Formula 1 enters its most financially stable era.

F1 2026 Analysis: Ferrari’s SF-26 Power Unit Deficit Reshapes Competitive Landscape as Mercedes Leads Strategic Arms Race

Ferrari SF-26 Power Deficit vs Mercedes F1 2026

Ferrari’s SF-26 faces a 25-30hp power unit deficit to Mercedes in 2026 F1, costing 0.5s per lap on straights. Technical analysis reveals why Mercedes excels in energy deployment while Ferrari dominates corners, and how upgrades may close the gap.

Ferrari Finds Immediate Miami Pace as Leclerc Heads Compact FP1; Mercedes, Red Bull Face Questions Ahead of Sprint Qualifying

F1 Miami GP FP1: Leclerc Tops Practice For Ferrari

Charles Leclerc set the pace for Ferrari in FP1 at the 2026 Miami GP, beating Max Verstappen by 0.297s. Full practice results, technical analysis, and what it means for Sprint Qualifying as Mercedes trails in P5-P6 despite leading the championship.