The RACER Mailbag, May 27

Ayao Komatsu has launched a furious defence of Esteban Ocon amid rumours the Frenchman could be dumped by Haas before the end of the 2026 Formula 1 season The post ‘F***ing bullshit gossip’: Komatsu erupts over Ocon claims appeared first on ApexF1News.com.

Kimi Antonelli has shared an insight into what came from a conversation he shared with George Russell and team boss Toto Wolff following the team mates’ tense battle in the Canada Sprint.

Red Bull has taken a cheeky swipe at George Russell on social media after the Mercedes driver’s frustrated reaction to his Canadian Grand Prix retirement. The post Red Bull trolls Russell for ‘embarrassing’ Canadian GP moment appeared first on ApexF1News.com.

Alisha Palmowski claimed a commanding win in the Opening Race of the F1 ACADEMY weekend in Montreal.

Franco Colapinto claimed a starting spot in the top-10 for the second consecutive round with Alpine.

George Russell beat Mercedes team mate Kimi Antonelli and McLaren’s Lando Norris to pole position for the Canadian Grand Prix with a last-gasp effort.

George Russell took pole position for the sprint race in Montreal after the early threat from Lewis Hamilton faded and Max Verstappen risked an early elimination.

Dani Juncadella finished fourth on behalf of Team Verstappen in qualifying for the Nürburgring 24 Hours. The #84 Lamborghini took pole position.

Live coverage of Sunday’s Formula 1 Lenovo Grand Prix du Canada 2026.