The 2026 Formula One season has produced a wealth of head-to-head statistics that compare teammates across qualifying, sprint and race performances for every one of the eleven teams on the grid. Below is a comprehensive, re‑phrased summary of those match‑ups, enriched with additional context and explanation to give fans a clearer picture of how each driver pair has fared so far, as well as some background on the races that shaped the numbers.
### McLaren: Lando Norris vs. Oscar Piastri In the latest qualifying sessions, Norris edged Piastri with a 9‑to‑6 advantage, while the sprint format saw Norris dominate completely, winning five sprints to none for Piastri.
Over the course of the Grand Prix races, Norris maintained a narrow lead with an 8‑to‑7 margin, again sweeping the sprint contests 5‑0. In terms of championship points, Norris has accumulated 186 compared with Piastri's 120, reflecting his higher finishing positions – Norris has generally been placed between fourth and seventh, whereas Piastri has been finishing between seventh and tenth.
It is worth noting that the Chinese Grand Prix did not contribute any points for either driver because both failed to start the race, an unusual circumstance that underscores the unpredictable nature of the season. ### Mercedes: George Russell vs. Andrea Antonelli Russell has shown a mixed record against his new teammate Antonelli. In qualifying, Russell trailed slightly with a 7‑to‑8 score, but he turned the tables in the sprint events, taking three wins to Antonelli's two.
The race results tell a clearer story: Russell earned five points to Antonelli's ten in the Grand Prix, while the sprint format again favoured Russell 4‑1. Their championship tallies stand at 236 points for Russell and 302 for Antonelli, indicating that Antonelli has been more consistent in the points‑scoring positions, finishing the season so far in second place while Russell sits in first. ### Red Bull: Max Verstappen vs.
Isack Hadjar Verstappen continues to dominate his teammate Hadjar across all formats. In qualifying, Verstappen posted an 8‑to‑4 advantage, and in the sprint he was unbeaten, winning four to none. The race results mirror this superiority: Verstappen secured nine points to Hadjar's three, and the sprint again saw Verstappen win all four contests.
Their championship totals are 163 points for Verstappen and 86 for Hadjar, with Verstappen consistently finishing in the top six, while Hadjar has been placed between eighth and tenth. ### Replacement Scenario: Liam Lawson steps in for Hadjar When Hadjar was unavailable for the Dutch, Italian and Spanish Grands Prix, Liam Lawson filled the seat. Against Verstappen, Lawson struggled to match the reigning champion's pace.
In qualifying, Verstappen won three to zero, and in the sprint he took a single victory over Lawson. In the race, Verstappen earned two points to Lawson's one, and again swept the sprint with a 1‑0 result. This brief partnership highlights the depth of talent within the Red Bull stable and the challenges faced by substitute drivers stepping into a top‑tier car. ### Ferrari vs.
Mercedes: Charles Leclerc vs. Lewis Hamilton The classic rivalry between Ferrari's Leclerc and Mercedes' Hamilton produced a tightly contested set of numbers. Qualifying saw Leclerc ahead 8‑7, while the sprint format gave Hamilton a slight edge with three wins to Leclerc's two.
In the Grand Prix, Leclerc posted a 7‑8 score, and the sprint was evenly split at 3‑2 in Hamilton's favour. Their championship points are close: Leclerc has 179 points, Hamilton 199, reflecting Leclerc's placement between fifth and seventh versus Hamilton's consistent third‑place finishes. This rivalry remains one of the season's most compelling narratives.
### Alpine: Alex Albon vs. Carlos Sainz Albon and Sainz have had a more uneven duel. In qualifying, Albon fell behind 4‑11, while the sprint saw Albon win once against Sainz's four.
Race results were similarly lopsided: Albon earned six points to Sainz's nine, and the sprint again favoured Sainz 4‑1. Their championship scores are modest – Albon with five points, Sainz with seven – and they are currently placed 18th and 17th respectively, illustrating the struggles Alpine faces in competing with the front‑running teams. ### Williams: Oliver Lawson vs. Jonny Lindblad Lawson and Lindblad have produced a more balanced head‑to‑head record.
In qualifying, Lawson led 7‑5, and the sprint was tied 2‑2. In race conditions, Lawson took an 8‑4 advantage, while the sprint saw him win three to Lindblad's one. Their championship points are 59 for Lawson and 37 for Lindblad, placing them ninth and eleventh in the standings. Notably, Yuki Tsunoda replaced Lawson for the Dutch, Italian and Spanish rounds, adding another layer of driver rotation within the team.
### Haas: Nico Hülkenberg vs. Enzo Bortoleto Hülkenberg and Bortoleto have been closely matched. Qualifying saw Hülkenberg ahead 7‑8, and the sprint gave Hülkenberg a 2‑3 edge. In the race, both drivers posted identical 7‑8 scores, but the sprint was affected by a disqualification: Hülkenberg failed to start the Miami sprint while Bortoleto was disqualified, resulting in no points for that session.
Their championship totals are 7 points for Hülkenberg and 10 for Bortoleto, with final placements of 15th and 14th respectively. ### AlphaTauri: Pierre Gasly vs.
Francesco Colapinto Gasly has outperformed his teammate Colapinto across the board. Qualifying gave Gasly a 12‑3 lead, and the sprint saw him win three to two. In the Grand Prix, Gasly secured eight points to Colapinto's six, and the sprint was a 4‑1 victory for Gasly.
Their championship points stand at 41 for Gasly and 27 for Colapinto, positioning them tenth and twelfth in the overall driver standings. Both drivers retired from the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, which meant no points were awarded for that event. ### Red Bull Junior: Sergio Perez vs.
Valtteri Bottas Perez and Bottas have experienced a mixed set of outcomes. Qualifying placed Perez ahead 8‑7, while the sprint gave him a 3‑2 edge. In the race, Perez earned nine points to Bottas's four, but the sprint saw Bottas win three to Perez's two.
Their championship points are listed as 0‑0 because both drivers retired from the Austrian and Hungarian Grands Prix, resulting in no points from those events. Their final placements are 23rd for Perez and 22nd for Bottas. ### Additional Highlights and Viewing Options The 2026 F1 calendar continues to expand, offering a full schedule of races across the globe.
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Overall, the head‑to‑head data illustrates the competitive dynamics within each team, the impact of driver changes, and the importance of consistency across qualifying, sprint and race formats. As the season progresses, these numbers will continue to evolve, offering a rich statistical tapestry for enthusiasts to follow.