2026 Formula 1 Team‑Mate Head‑to‑Head Comparisons After the Spanish Grand Prix

The 2026 Formula 1 season has generated a wealth of data on how teammates are performing against each other across qualifying, sprint and race sessions. After the Spanish Grand Prix the statistics for each of the eleven teams were compiled, offering a clear picture of who is edging ahead in the internal battles that often shape the championship narrative. ### Overview of the Head‑to‑Head Tables For every team the results are broken down into three distinct categories: Qualifying, Sprint and Race. Within each category the figures are presented as a win‑loss record, for example "Norris 9‑5 Piastri" means Lando Norris out‑qualified Oscar Piastri nine times while Piastri was faster five times.

The same format applies to sprint events and full‑race finishes. In addition, the tables list the total championship points each driver has accumulated and their overall placing in the drivers’ standings.

### McLaren: Norris vs. Piastri - **Qualifying:** Norris leads 9‑5. - **Sprint:** Norris dominates 5‑0.

- **Race:** Norris holds an 8‑6 edge. - **Points:** Norris 186, Piastri 120. - **Championship positions:** Norris sits 4th, Piastri 7th.

These numbers underline Lando Norris’s consistency throughout the season. He has been the faster qualifier more often than not, and his sprint performances have been flawless – a perfect record of five wins to zero losses. Oscar Piastri, while still a rookie, has shown flashes of speed, especially in race conditions where the gap narrows to just two positions.

### Mercedes: Russell vs. Antonelli - **Qualifying:** Russell 6‑8. - **Sprint:** Russell 3‑2.

- **Race:** Russell 4‑10. - **Points:** Russell 211, Antonelli 292. - **Championship positions:** Russell 2nd, Antonelli 1st.

George Russell’s qualifying record is slightly behind his teammate Andrea Antonelli, but the Italian driver has amassed more points overall, largely thanks to a series of strong race finishes. Antonelli’s sprint record (2‑1) suggests he is improving his short‑format performance, while Russell’s race record shows he still has work to do to convert qualifying pace into podiums.

### Red Bull: Verstappen vs. Hadjar - **Qualifying:** Verstappen 8‑3. - **Sprint:** Verstappen 4‑0. - **Race:** Verstappen 8‑3.

- **Points:** Verstappen 145, Hadjar 71. - **Championship positions:** Verstappen 6th, Hadjar 8th. Max Verstappen continues to dominate his teammate Isack Hadjar in every metric. The Dutch‑born Hadjar, who missed the Chinese Grand Prix after a failure to start, still managed a respectable points haul, but Verstappen’s clean sweep in sprint events highlights his superior short‑run speed.

### Temporary Driver Swaps During the Dutch, Italian and Spanish rounds Liam Lawson stepped in for Hadjar at Red Bull, while Yuki Tsunoda filled Lawson’s seat at Alpha Tauri. These substitutions produced additional mini‑head‑to‑head records: - **Verstappen vs.

Lawson (Qualifying):** 3‑0; **Sprint:** 1‑0; **Race:** 2‑1. - **Lawson vs. Lindblad (Qualifying):** 6‑5; **Sprint:** 2‑2; **Race:** 8‑3. - **Lindblad vs.

Tsunoda (Qualifying):** 3‑0; **Sprint:** 1‑0; **Race:** 2‑1. The data shows Verstappen’s superiority over Lawson, while Lawson’s duel with his Alpha Tauri teammate Oliver Lindblad is more evenly matched, especially in sprint sessions where they split the wins. ### Ferrari vs.

Mercedes: Leclerc vs. Hamilton - **Qualifying:** Leclerc 7‑7, Hamilton 2‑3. - **Race:** Leclerc 6‑8, Hamilton 3‑2. - **Points:** Leclerc 167, Hamilton 191.

- **Championship positions:** Leclerc 5th, Hamilton 3rd. Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton are nearly neck‑and‑neck in qualifying, each securing seven pole positions against each other. However, Hamilton has edged ahead in race finishes, reflected in his higher points total and a better standing in the drivers’ table.

### Alpine: Albon vs. Sainz - **Qualifying:** Albon 4‑10.

- **Sprint:** Albon 1‑4. - **Race:** Albon 6‑8.

- **Points:** Albon 5, Sainz 6. - **Championship positions:** Albon 17th, Sainz 16th. Fernando Alonso’s team‑mate, Carlos Sainz, has a clear edge in both sprint and race performance. The gap is modest, but over a full season it translates into a slight points advantage for Sainz.

### Aston Martin: Lawson vs. Lindblad - **Qualifying:** Lawson 6‑5. - **Sprint:** Lawson 2‑2.

- **Race:** Lawson 8‑3. - **Points:** Lawson 59, Lindblad 31. - **Championship positions:** Lawson 9th, Lindblad 11th.

Liam Lawson’s overall record against his teammate Oscar Lindblad demonstrates his stronger race pace, especially with an 8‑3 advantage in full‑Grand Prix events. ### Alpine (continued): Alonso vs. Stroll - **Qualifying:** Alonso 12‑2. - **Sprint:** Alonso 4‑1.

- **Race:** Alonso 8‑2. - **Points:** Alonso 3, Stroll 0. - **Championship positions:** Alonso 19th, Stroll 21st.

Fernando Alonso has been the clear leader within his team, dominating both qualifying and sprint sessions. The points column shows he has scored three points while Lance Stroll has yet to add any, reflecting Alonso’s superior consistency.

### Haas: Bearman vs. Ocon - **Qualifying:** Bearman 9‑4.

- **Sprint:** Bearman 3‑2. - **Race:** Bearman 8‑5.

- **Points:** Bearman 18, Ocon 3. - **Championship positions:** Bearman 13th, Ocon 18th. Esteban Bearman’s performance outshines his teammate Esteban Ocon across the board.

The only anomalies are a missed qualifying session at the Spanish Grand Prix for Bearman and a double retirement at the Dutch GP that prevented both drivers from scoring. ### Alfa Romeo: Hulkenberg vs. Bortoleto - **Qualifying:** Hulkenberg 7‑7.

- **Sprint:** Hulkenberg 2‑3. - **Race:** Hulkenberg 6‑8. - **Points:** Hulkenberg 7, Bortoleto 10. - **Championship positions:** Hulkenberg 15th, Bortoleto 14th.

The veteran Nico Hülkenberg and rookie Antonio Bortoleto are closely matched, with Bortoleto holding a slight points lead despite a few setbacks, such as a disqualification in the Miami sprint. ### Alpine (again): Gasly vs. Colapinto - **Qualifying:** Gasly 11‑3.

- **Sprint:** Gasly 3‑2. - **Race:** Gasly 8‑6. - **Points:** Gasly 41, Colapinto 27.

- **Championship positions:** Gasly 10th, Colapinto 12th. Pierre Gasly’s dominance in qualifying is evident, and his race record remains solid, giving him a comfortable points cushion over his teammate Oscar Colapinto. ### Red Bull (second lineup): Perez vs.

Bottas - **Qualifying:** Perez 7‑7. - **Sprint:** Perez 3‑2.

- **Race:** Perez 8‑4. - **Points:** Both drivers 0 (no points earned due to retirements). - **Championship positions:** Perez 23rd, Bottas 22nd.

Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas suffered a double‑retirement in both the Austrian and Hungarian Grands Prix, leaving them without points despite decent head‑to‑head records. ### How to Follow the 2026 Season Fans can watch every race weekend live on Sky Sports F1, with streaming available through the NOW platform—no long‑term contract required and the ability to cancel at any time. Additionally, the official F1 Show podcast provides analysis and interviews, while Sky Sports maintains a presence on WhatsApp for quick updates. Overall, the head‑to‑head data after the Spanish Grand Prix highlights the competitive dynamics within each team.

While some pairings, such as Verstappen vs. Hadjar or Norris vs. Piastri, show clear leaders, others remain tightly contested, promising exciting battles as the season progresses toward its climax.