As you may have noticed, the Formula One calendar has slipped into its midsummer slumber.
Since the last race at Silverstone (5–7 July), the paddock has packed away its kitbags and gone awfully quiet — at least on track.
The next race, the Belgian Grand Prix (26–28 July at Spa-Francorchamps), is still a few days away, which gives us a rare opportunity to breathe in the paddock dust and catch up on everything that’s unfolded between the chequered flags.
So, in this week’s edition, a touch of a change in pace.
Who’s in, who’s out? — A closer look at recent shifts in team principals and leadership.
F1 2026 Calendar — What we know so far, and what it means for the sport (and your travel plans).
The paddock whisper mill — All the usual well-informed, occasionally outrageous, always entertaining gossip.
Normal race service resumes shortly. But this is your pit lane lounge briefing until the lights go green at Spa.
Gin optional.
