The 2026 Formula One season has produced a detailed picture of how teammates have performed against each other across qualifying, sprint events and the main Grand Prix races. By examining the data for each of the eleven teams, we can see clear patterns, surprising reversals and the overall balance of power within the paddock.

### McLaren Duo: Norris vs. Piastri In qualifying, Lando Norris has edged out Oscar Piastri by eight points to five, while the sprint format has been even more one‑sided with Norris winning all five sprint points. In the race itself Norris leads Piastri 7‑6 on the Grand Prix points table, and the championship tally reflects a solid advantage for the Briton, 171 points to Piastri's 116.

Their finishing positions also show Norris generally finishing higher, ranging from fourth place to seventh, whereas Piastri has been more variable within the same bracket. ### Mercedes Pairing: Russell vs.

Antonelli The Mercedes pairing tells a different story. In qualifying, George Russell is slightly behind his teammate, scoring six points to Andrea Antonelli's seven. However, the sprint races have swung in Russell's favour, with a 3‑2 advantage.

When the full Grand Prix distance is considered, Russell again outperforms Antonelli 4‑9, and the sprint results reinforce his lead 4‑1. Over the season Russell has accumulated 267 championship points compared with Antonelli's 201, and his finishing positions have consistently been better, ranging from second place to a win, while Antonelli has been mostly in the midfield. ### Red Bull Contenders: Verstappen vs.

Hadjar Max Verstappen continues to dominate his teammate, with an 8‑3 qualifying edge over Hadjar and a perfect 4‑0 sprint record. The race results mirror this dominance, with Verstappen again outscoring Hadjar 8‑3.

In the championship, Verstappen holds 112 points to Hadjar's 68, and his finishing positions are generally higher, typically between sixth and eighth place, whereas Hadjar has been further down the order. ### Lawson Substitutions Liam Lawson temporarily replaced Hadjar for the Dutch and Italian rounds. In those events Verstappen maintained his superiority, winning both qualifying (2‑0) and sprint (1‑0) match‑ups, while the race results were split 0‑1 in Lawson's favour, followed by a 2‑0 sprint win for Verstappen.

This brief swap highlights the depth of Verstappen's performance even when his regular teammate is absent. ### Ferrari vs.

Mercedes: Leclerc vs. Hamilton Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have produced a tightly contested rivalry. Qualifying sees Leclerc ahead 7‑6, but the sprint format flips the script with Hamilton taking three points to Leclerc's two.

In the Grand Prix, Leclerc trails Hamilton 5‑8, and the sprint again gives Hamilton a narrow 3‑2 edge. The championship points reflect a close battle, with Leclerc at 155 and Hamilton at 191, while their finishing positions oscillate between fifth and third place for Leclerc and Hamilton respectively.

### Alpine Pairing: Albon vs. Sainz Fernando Albon and Carlos Sainz have struggled to match each other evenly. Qualifying gives Albon a 3‑10 deficit, and the sprint sees him lose 1‑4. Race results are similar, with Albon 5‑8 and sprint 1‑4.

Their championship points are nearly identical, 5 for Albon and 6 for Sainz, and both drivers are consistently placed in the lower midfield, around 16th‑17th. ### Alfa Romeo: Lawson vs.

Lindblad Liam Lawson (after returning) and Nikita Lindblad have shown a competitive edge for Lawson. Qualifying scores 6‑5 to Lawson, and sprint points are tied 2‑2. In the race, Lawson leads 8‑3, and the sprint 3‑1. Their championship totals are 51 for Lawson and 29 for Lindblad, with Lawson finishing between ninth and eleventh, while Lindblad is usually around the same region.

### AlphaTauri: Lindblad vs. Tsunoda When Yuki Tsunoda stepped in for Lawson, Lindblad again proved the stronger driver. Qualifying gave Lindblad a 2‑0 advantage, and the sprint 1‑0.

Race results were evenly matched at 1‑1, and the sprint again favored Lindblad 1‑0. Their championship points are modest, with Lindblad at 15 and Tsunoda at 14, reflecting their mid‑field status. ### Aston Martin: Alonso vs.

Stroll Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll have produced a lopsided head‑to‑head. In qualifying Alonso dominates 11‑2, and the sprint 4‑1.

Race points (excluding the Australian, Chinese, Barcelona and Dutch rounds where both retired) show Alonso 7‑2 and sprint 3‑2. Their championship points are 3 for Alonso and none for Stroll, with Alonso typically finishing near the back of the field (19th‑21st) while Stroll is even further back. ### Williams: Bearman vs.

Ocon Oscar Bearman and Esteban Ocon have a mixed record. Qualifying gives Bearman a 9‑4 lead, and the sprint 3‑2.

In the race Bearman again leads 8‑4, though the sprint saw Ocon take a 3‑2 advantage. Their championship points are 18 for Bearman and 3 for Ocon, with Bearman usually finishing around 13th‑18th and Ocon lower.

### Haas: Hulkenberg vs. Bortoleto Nico Hulkenberg and Matteo Bortoleto have a close rivalry.

Qualifying is 6‑7 to Hulkenberg, sprint 2‑3. Race results are 5‑8, and the sprint 1‑3, though a Miami sprint saw no points due to Hulkenberg's non‑start and Bortoleto's disqualification. Their championship points stand at 6 for Hulkenberg and 10 for Bortoleto, placing them in the lower midfield.

### Alpine Junior: Gasly vs. Colapinto Pierre Gasly and Callum Colapinto have a clear advantage for Gasly. Qualifying 11‑2, sprint 3‑2, race 8‑5, and sprint 4‑1.

Their championship points are 41 to 21, with Gasly finishing around tenth‑twelfth and Colapinto slightly lower. ### Red Bull Junior: Perez vs. Bottas Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas have an uneven record, largely due to retirements.

Qualifying 6‑7, sprint 3‑2, but race points were not awarded for several events where both drivers retired. Their championship points are both zero, and their finishing positions are at the very back of the grid (23rd‑22nd). Overall, the 2026 season data illustrates how teammate battles can vary dramatically from team to team, with some duos showing clear hierarchies while others remain tightly contested.

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