As the 2026 Formula One season launches get underway, the members of The Laid Back Race Blog thought that we should share our opinions on the liveries. Williams 📸: Williams F1 Alex : Pretty much what we’ve come to expect from Williams the last few years. Simple, fits in and looks smart. Purple on the wheel covers is nice, I hope that’s a permanent feature! There’s a little more white too, it looks pretty sharp. Topher : It does the job as a Williams livery, but it's another

By Teagan Crump In typical Álex Palou fashion, the Spaniard has started the 2026 IndyCar season by winning the opening race. The Chip Ganassi driver delivered a clear statement: he is here to win, taking the victory by over 10 seconds. 📸: Chris Owens The race started with Scott McLaughlin lining up in P1 , joined by Marcus Ericsson in P2. As soon as the race started, it was clear that McLaughlin was determined to win, he charged ahead and maintained the lead. Lap one also s

By Teagan Crump Scott McLaughlin has taken P1 for the opening round of the 2026 IndyCar season in St. Petersburg, Florida. This becomes his elevnth IndyCar pole position, the first since the 2025 Grand Prix of St. Petersburg. 📸: Joe Skibinski Since the start of the race weekend, McLaughlin has established himself as an early contender, with him setting the fastest time in Practice 1. He also set the fastest time in Qualifying Round Two before securing the pole. Round One, Gr

By Teagan Crump After a long few months, IndyCar is back! There have been several big money moves and drivers promoted, which you can read about here . 📸: Chris Owens This year’s Grand Prix of St. Petersburg will be happening on the streets of St Pete on Sunday 1st March at 5pm UK time (12pm local time). IndyCar's pre-season tests showed that the expected front runners, Penske, looked to be strong but the results were varied. 2025 Grand Prix of St. Petersburg recap 📸: St Pe