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What’s behind F1 2026’s surprising shifts in the balance of power?

By Edd Straw - Oct 15, 2026, 8:40 AM ET

Early in the 2026 Formula 1 season, domination by Mercedes was a fact of life. The competitive picture looks a lot different now, but why?

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