F1 announces plans for 11th team ahead of the upcoming Qatar Grand Prix

The GIST: The Qatar Grand Prix taking place this weekend is the second-to-last race on the calendar, but the major buzz from the paddock is the introduction of a new team set to join the grid in 2026. Let the race begin!

Cadillac F1 set to debut in 2026: Following approval on Monday, American automaker General Motors will be adding a team to the F1 track for the first time since 2016. The arrival of an American team highlights the growing popularity of the sport in the U.S., and the expansion to 11 teams will open up more opportunities for drivers like Daniel Ricciardo to make a return to the grid in 2026. Stay tuned.

World Constructors’ Championship (WCC) up for grabs in penultimate race: Ferrari, McLaren, and Red Bull are currently competing for the team title in F1, with chances to earn points in Qatar through the Saturday sprint race at 9 a.m. ET (19 laps) and the Sunday main event at 11 a.m. ET (57 laps).

This weekend also sees the comeback of F1’s all-women series, F1 Academy, where British standout Abbi Pulling is aiming to become the second-ever F1 Academy champion. Get ready for some thrilling races.