Formula 1 has fully entered the mood of the Canadian GP, the next stage of the 2026 season, while the paddock also discussed possible major changes in Ferrari’s future. Oliver Bearman has gained strength as the natural candidate to replace Lewis Hamilton in the coming years.
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Guenther Steiner stated that the young Briton is already ready to take on a car capable of regularly competing for wins and podiums. The former Haas boss highlighted Bearman’s progress in the 2026 season and believes that the Ferrari Driver Academy driver needs to take the next step in his career.
At Ferrari, another topic stirred the day. Nelsinho Piquet said he sees Charles Leclerc as the main name of the Italian team currently, even after Hamilton’s arrival. The Brazilian highlighted the Monegasque’s identification with Ferrari and pointed out that this weighs internally within the team.
Already thinking about Montreal, McLaren confirmed new updates for the Canadian GP after the positive signs shown by the car in Miami. The team believes there is still significant room for improvement in the current aerodynamic package of the season.
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Another topic discussed this Monday was the ADUO system. The FIA downplayed the impact of the extra help offered to manufacturers in the new power unit regulations for 2026 and assured that the measure should not significantly alter the balance of power in Formula 1.
F1MANIA.NET also officially opened the week of the Canadian GP, the fifth stage of the 2026 season. The schedule in Montreal will have intense activity starting Friday, with Gabriel Bortoleto representing Audi in another important weekend in Formula 1.
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