The 2026 Formula One season kicked off in spectacular fashion at the Australian Grand Prix and nobody quite knew what to expect. New regulations, new cars, and a lot of unanswered questions heading into lights out in Melbourne.
What we got was chaos in the best way possible.
With more than 120 overtakes across the race, action happened all over the grid. But after the dust settled, a bigger question emerged: are the new 2026 regulations actually improving the racing, or has Formula One opened the door to a whole new set of problems?
Sam and Ryan break down everything from the wild race in Australia, standout performances, surprises up and down the grid, and what this might mean for the rest of the season.
Crack a cold one and join us for the first race recap of the year. 🍻 Let us know: are the new regs a win or a warning sign for the future of F1?