Resolution criteria

The winner will be determined by the driver who finishes first in the Formula 1 Heineken Chinese Grand Prix 2026, held on March 15, 2026 at the Shanghai International Circuit. Resolution will be based on official FIA race results published on Formula1.com.

Background

Going into the event, George Russell leads the Drivers' Championship with 25 points, 7 points ahead of his teammate Kimi Antonelli in second, and 10 ahead of Charles Leclerc in third. This is the second round of the 2026 Formula One World Championship and the first of six Grands Prix in the season to utilise the sprint format. Mercedes enter as the heavy favourites after a dominant pole position for George Russell and a one-two finish in the grand prix at the season opener in Australia.

Considerations

Shanghai offers an immediate change of rhythm after Australia, with teams getting just one practice session before parc ferme conditions begin to shape the weekend. The Shanghai International Circuit is renowned for causing high tyre degradation due to its long high-speed corners and generally provides plenty of overtaking, though the track demands great aerodynamic balance so it is not all about the power unit.

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