2026 Austrian Grand Prix - Spielberg, June 26 - 28

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2026 Austrian Grand Prix - Spielberg, June 26 - 28

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Re: 2026 Austrian Grand Prix - Spielberg, June 26 - 28

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Coming through with the race thread!

This should be one of Merc’s strongest circuits. If they stumble here, they could be in trouble.

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zibby43 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 15:46
Coming through with the race thread!

This should be one of Merc’s strongest circuits. If they stumble here, they could be in trouble.
I couldn't wait any longer! :D

The Mercedes should be strong here. I don't expect much from Ferrari this weekend. This is one of Norris' strongest tracks so considering how close he was to the Mercedes pace in Barcelona, he might throw spanner in the works for the Mercedes. Verstappen is a long shot unless the rumoured Redbull update gains them half a second. Leclerc should be the stronger Ferrari. The track rewards drivers who roll speed into the corner and focus on exits, and that is not Hamilton's style.

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It is forecast to be another hot weekend. Although there might be some thunderstorms by the time the weekend arrives.

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zibby43 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 15:46
Coming through with the race thread!

This should be one of Merc’s strongest circuits. If they stumble here, they could be in trouble.
According to current prediction it's going to be pretty hot (33-34C), With a UV index of 9. Pirelli is bringing the 3 softest compounds, so it could be a real interesting weekend.
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dans79 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 16:34
zibby43 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 15:46
Coming through with the race thread!

This should be one of Merc’s strongest circuits. If they stumble here, they could be in trouble.
According to current prediction it's going to be pretty hot (33-34C), With a UV index of 9. Pirelli is bringing the 3 softest compounds, so it could be a real interesting weekend.
Yup, that kind of heat could benefit Ferrari


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My prediction is an ANT v VER battle in the race, and a major flashpoint at Turn3 (just like 2024). Quali doesn't mean much here. FP2 long run pace is going to be a vital indicator and people are going to hide it with fuel/ballast.

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I cant recall, were there some outside factors in Norris Q3 lap last year or did he just put in a huge lap? That is a big gap on a short circuit. Really hope the top 4 teams converge at various races throughout the season. We could get a bunch of good battles!

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dans79 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 16:34
zibby43 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 15:46
Coming through with the race thread!

This should be one of Merc’s strongest circuits. If they stumble here, they could be in trouble.
According to current prediction it's going to be pretty hot (33-34C), With a UV index of 9. Pirelli is bringing the 3 softest compounds, so it could be a real interesting weekend.
Toasty!

erudite450 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 16:06
It is forecast to be another hot weekend. Although there might be some thunderstorms by the time the weekend arrives.
One of my favorite venues of the year in terms of the scenery. Really want to attend someday soon.

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It's gonna be a Ferrari win. I believe Leclerc will take the W. Their updates clearly worked, especially with hot temperature where tyre management is very important, with that wheelrim trick it's gonna be an easy one for Ferrari.
Wroom wroom

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erudite450 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 16:02
I don't expect much from Ferrari this weekend.
What’s your reasoning?
Sempre Forza Ferrari

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LM10 wrote:
23 Jun 2026, 17:34
erudite450 wrote:
22 Jun 2026, 16:02
I don't expect much from Ferrari this weekend.
What’s your reasoning?
It's a power track. I expect McLaren to be Mercedes biggest challengers.