The 2026 Formula One season has produced a wealth of head-to-head data, detailing how each driver within the eleven teams has performed across qualifying sessions, sprint events, and full Grand Prix races. Below is a comprehensive overview that not only recaps the raw numbers but also adds context to help fans understand the competitive dynamics at play.
### McLaren Duo: Norris vs. Piastri In the latest round, Lando Norris edged out Oscar Piastri in qualifying with a 9‑6 advantage, while the sprint saw Norris dominate 5‑0. The race itself was tightly contested, ending with Norris just ahead at 8‑7. Across the season, Norris has amassed 186 championship points compared with Piastri's 120, and his finishing positions have generally been higher, ranging from fourth to seventh place, whereas Piastri has been placed between seventh and tenth.
It is worth noting that no points were awarded for the Chinese Grand Prix because both drivers were unable to start the race. ### Williams Pairing: Russell vs.
Antonelli George Russell has shown a mixed record against his teammate Alex Antonelli. Qualifying results favored Russell 7‑8, but the sprint flipped the script with Antonelli taking a 3‑2 win.
In race conditions, Russell secured a modest 5‑10 edge, while the sprint again gave Antonelli the upper hand at 4‑1. Over the course of the season, Russell has accumulated 236 points, outpacing Antonelli's 302, and his placements have varied from second to first, indicating that Antonelli has often finished ahead in the final classification. ### Red Bull Contenders: Verstappen vs. Hadjar Max Verstappen continues to dominate his teammate Isack Hadjar.
In qualifying, Verstappen posted an 8‑4 margin, and the sprint was a clean 4‑0 sweep. The race results mirrored this dominance with a 9‑3 scoreline. Verstappen's championship tally stands at 163 points, while Hadjar trails with 86.
Their finishing positions have also diverged, with Verstappen typically landing in the top six and Hadjar finishing between eighth and tenth. ### Lawson Substitutions Liam Lawson stepped in for Hadjar during the Dutch, Italian, and Spanish rounds. When paired against Verstappen, Lawson was outscored 3‑0 in qualifying and 1‑0 in the sprint. The race itself saw a narrow 2‑1 deficit.
These figures highlight the challenge of stepping into a top team mid‑season and competing against an established champion. ### Ferrari vs. Mercedes: Leclerc vs.
Hamilton Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton have produced a classic rivalry. Qualifying saw Leclerc ahead 8‑7, but the sprint was won by Hamilton 3‑2.
In the race, Leclerc finished just ahead at 7‑8, while the sprint again tilted in Hamilton's favor at 3‑2. Their championship points are closely matched, with Leclerc at 179 and Hamilton at 199, and their final placements have oscillated between third and fifth place for Hamilton and fifth to seventh for Leclerc. ### Alpine Matchup: Albon vs. Sainz Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz have had a more uneven duel.
Qualifying gave Albon a 4‑11 disadvantage, and the sprint was split 1‑4. Race results followed a similar pattern, with Albon trailing 6‑9 overall and 1‑4 in the sprint.
Their championship points reflect this disparity, with Albon holding a modest 5 points to Sainz's 7, and their final positions hovering around the middle of the pack. ### Alfa Romeo Competition: Lawson vs. Lindblad Liam Lawson, after returning to his regular seat, faced off against his teammate. Qualifying gave Lawson a 7‑5 edge, and the sprint was evenly split 2‑2.
In race conditions, Lawson secured an 8‑4 advantage, while the sprint saw him win 3‑1. Their championship points stand at 59 for Lawson and 37 for Lindblad, with Lawson typically finishing between ninth and eleventh, and Lindblad around the same range. ### Replacement Scenarios Yuki Tsunoda filled in for Lawson during the Dutch, Italian, and Spanish events.
In those outings, Lindblad outperformed Tsunoda, winning qualifying 3‑0 and the sprint 1‑0, and also taking the race 2‑1. ### Aston Martin Pair: Alonso vs. Stroll Fernando Alonso and Lance Stroll have experienced a series of retirements. Qualifying gave Alonso a massive 13‑2 lead, and the sprint was 4‑1.
However, several Grand Prix events, including the Australian, Chinese, Barcelona, Dutch, and Azerbaijan rounds, saw both drivers retire, resulting in no points awarded. Their championship points remain low, with Alonso at 3 and Stroll at 0, and final placements ranging from nineteenth to twenty‑first.
### Alpine Junior: Bearman vs. Ocon Oliver Bearman and Esteban Ocon have had a mixed season. Qualifying gave Bearman a 10‑4 advantage, while the sprint was close at 3‑2.
Race results were 8‑6 for Bearman, though some events, such as the Spanish Grand Prix qualifying, saw Bearman absent, and the Dutch race awarded no points due to both drivers retiring. Their championship points are 20 for Bearman and 7 for Ocon, with placements in the mid‑teens. ### Haas Duo: Hulkenberg vs.
Bortoleto Nico Hulkenberg and Antonio Bortoleto have faced challenges. Qualifying was 7‑8 in Hulkenberg's favor, and the sprint 2‑3. The race mirrored qualifying, but a sprint incident at Miami saw Hulkenberg unable to start and Bortoleto disqualified, resulting in no points.
Their championship points are 7 for Hulkenberg and 10 for Bortoleto, with final positions around fifteenth. ### Alpine Senior: Gasly vs. Colapinto Pierre Gasly and Oscar Colapinto have shown a competitive edge.
Qualifying gave Gasly a 12‑3 lead, and the sprint was 3‑2. In race conditions, Gasly maintained an 8‑6 advantage, and the sprint was 4‑1.
Their championship points stand at 41 for Gasly and 27 for Colapinto, with placements ranging from tenth to twelfth. ### Mercedes Pair: Perez vs. Bottas Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas have had a season marked by retirements. Qualifying was close at 8‑7, and the sprint 3‑2.
However, several races, including the Austrian and Hungarian Grands Prix, saw both drivers retire, resulting in no points. Their championship points are currently zero, and their final placements sit near the lower end of the field. Overall, the 2026 season offers a rich tapestry of driver battles, substitutions, and occasional retirements that have shaped the points landscape.
Fans can follow every race live on Sky Sports F1, stream without a contract via NOW, and stay updated with podcasts and WhatsApp alerts. The data above provides a snapshot of how each teammate rivalry has unfolded, offering insight into performance trends and the impact of mid‑season driver changes.