Why F1's found its happy place with the 2026 rules

Formula 1 found its happy place in Shanghai, says Mark Hughes. Can it recreate that sensational racing for the rest of the season? We look at why the Chinese Grand Prix was so much better than in the Australian round. Also: Can Kimi Antonelli challenge George Russell for the championship? How Ollie Bearman’s showing he’s ready for a top team, and why Aston Martin’s troubles might mean Fernando Alonso stays even longer in F1. More from Mark Hughes and Bryn Lucas on the stories that really matter, in the latest episode of the Motor Sport F1 Show.

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Why F1's found its happy place with the 2026 rules is an episode from Motor Sport Magazine Podcast by Motor Sport.

This episode is 39:17 long.

This episode was published on Mar 19, 2026.

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