“A shock to the system” – Why teams fear the worst with F1’s 2026 cars at Spa

As Formula 1 prepares for the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix at Spa, energy management has emerged as a central concern, mirroring issues seen at Silverstone. Teams including McLaren and Williams have raised legitimate concerns about the 2026 cars' performance at the circuit, with Fernando Alonso also issuing a warning. The 2026 season has already seen notable developments including Kimi Antonelli's first race win and Cadillac completing its first official F1 miles.