Formula 1 driver transfers and team principal changes

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Between 12 June and 16 June 2026, the Formula 1 paddock saw key updates regarding driver contracts and participation during the Spanish Grand Prix weekend. Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff revealed on 15 June that the team may revise the contracts of George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to manage their intensifying title rivalry, while Lewis Hamilton achieved a major milestone by securing his first race victory for Ferrari on 14 June. Additionally, the weekend featured several young driver outings, including the official F1 practice debut of Colton Herta for Cadillac.

• Toto Wolff hints at Mercedes contract revisions: On 15 June 2026, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff indicated that the team might adjust the contract terms for George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to prevent on-track collisions as they compete for the 2026 world championship.
• Lewis Hamilton's first victory for Ferrari: On 14 June 2026, Lewis Hamilton won the Spanish Grand Prix at the Barcelona-Catalunya circuit, marking his first race victory since his high-profile transfer to Scuderia Ferrari.
• Colton Herta F1 practice debut for Cadillac: On 12 June 2026, American driver Colton Herta made his official Formula 1 race weekend debut, driving for the new Cadillac team during the first free practice session (FP1) of the Spanish Grand Prix.
• Paul Aron and Leonardo Fornaroli practice outings: On 12 June 2026, junior drivers Paul Aron and Leonardo Fornaroli completed official practice sessions for Audi and McLaren, respectively, as part of the teams' young driver development programs.

Detected 16/06/2026, 20:30:06

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