The largest rule change in System 1 historical past has the potential to ship some shocking outcomes through the 2026 season.
As groups begin from scratch this yr with a brand new automotive, engine and energetic aerodynamics, how will the drivers’ and constructors’ championships look when the curtain falls in December after 24 races?
Final season, McLaren reigned supreme as Britain’s Lando Norris was topped champion for the primary time and the group secured back-to-back constructors’ titles with six races to spare.
This time round, Mercedes and George Russell have been tagged as early pre-season favourites whereas Aston Martin, full with an Adrian Newey-designed automotive, struggled during the six days of testing in Bahrain.
Earlier than the season begins in Australia subsequent weekend, make your predictions for a way the 2 championships will end by deciding on your drivers’ picks first, adopted by groups’ selections.
You may have till 01:00 GMT on Friday, 6 March to submit your selection and we are going to then reveal the general order chosen by BBC Sport customers.













