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F1’s 2026 reset spreads field out to its widest since 2017

After the Japanese Grand Prix – and due to the cancellation of the Middle Eastern races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia – Formula 1 has entered an extended...

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After the Japanese Grand Prix – and due to the cancellation of the Middle Eastern races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia – Formula 1 has entered an extended...

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  • What changed: After the Japanese Grand Prix – and due to the cancellation of the Middle Eastern races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia – Formula 1 has entered an extended.
  • Who it affects: Mercedes and the 2017 season are the main threads to track.
  • Read next: Start with Mercedes or the 2017 season archive for more context.

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It can shift the competitive picture around the teams and drivers involved in the 2017, 2026 seasons.

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Source
Motorsport.com
Seasons
2017, 2026
Teams
Mercedes-AMG Petronas (History & Technical Path)

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Source: Motorsport.com

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