Get ready, Formula 1 fanatics! The 2026 season promises strong emotions and epic battles on the streets of Melbourne. At Alofoke Deportes, we give you reasons to support each of the 22 drivers who will compete this year. Forget the toxicity on social media and enjoy the passion for motorsport.
McLaren
Under the direction of Zak Brown, McLaren has reinvented itself, showing audacity and ambition. Their commitment to fair competition is admirable. Supporting McLaren is backing courage in a ruthless sport.
Lando Norris: The new world champion, seeking to prove his worth and silence detractors.
Oscar Piastri: After a season with ups and downs, Piastri seeks revenge and to demonstrate his potential.
Red Bull
From being an “energy drink company”, Red Bull has become a giant in F1. Now, with their own engine, they take on the biggest risk on the grid. Mastery or arrogance? Time will tell.
Max Verstappen: A driver who dazzles with his talent. Verstappen proves he can win in any car, and if you like greatness in real time, he’s your man.
Isack Hadjar: The French driver seeking to break the “curse” of being Verstappen’s teammate.
Ferrari
Ferrari, the most emblematic team, seeks to break a title drought that extends from 2008. Will this be the year for the Scuderia? The team looks promising, but the key is to avoid mistakes.
Charles Leclerc: The “Predestined” seeking to end Ferrari’s drought.
Lewis Hamilton: After a disappointing 2025 season, Hamilton seeks to resurge and achieve his eighth title.
Mercedes
After a decade of dominance, Mercedes seeks to prove that its greatness did not depend on a single era. The new rules offer a golden opportunity to prove it.
George Russell: With undeniable talent, Russell seeks his reward and to prove that patience pays off.
Kimi Antonelli: The young Italian with astonishing speed, seeking to hone his skills and become a generational force in F1.
Williams
Despite a delayed start, Williams seeks to prove his worth. Resilience is part of his DNA, and they will not give up without a fight.
Carlos Sainz: Seeks to excel and take Williams to the top.
Alex Albon: A driver seeking recognition and who, with his constant work, has rebuilt his reputation.
Racing Bulls
Red Bull’s sister team, with a bold and different mindset. They seek to be competitive, but also unique, offering a refreshing energy.
Liam Lawson: An misunderstood driver seeking to prove his worth and perseverance.
Arvid Lindblad: The young prodigy that Red Bull is promoting, looking for the next big star.
Aston Martin
Backed by a billionaire, Aston Martin aims to win. With Fernando Alonso, a new factory, and Adrian Newey, the project is fascinating.
Fernando Alonso: The tragic hero seeking glory in F1.
Lance Stroll: A driver looking to prove his worth and who is the center of many debates.
Haas
The smallest team, seeking to stand out with talent and opportunism. A team that inspires with its disruptive spirit.
Oliver Bearman: A young driver with great potential seeking to move up in F1.
Esteban Ocon: Looking to regain his best form and prove his worth.
Audi
Audi enters F1 with ambition and building its own engine. A bold move that could make it a formidable force.
Nico Hülkenberg: Seeks to seize the opportunity offered by Audi and demonstrate his talent.
Gabriel Bortoleto: The young Brazilian who has the backing of Verstappen and Alonso, and who could become a star.
Alpine
After a restart, Alpine seeks clarity and direction to meet expectations.
Pierre Gasly: Seeks to shine and prove his worth.
Franco Colapinto: Seeks to redeem himself and demonstrate his talent.
Cadillac
The new American team arrives with backing and ambition, seeking to win. A project that promises strong emotions.
Sergio Pérez: Seeks to reinvent himself and prove his worth.
