Mercedes show a first hint of 2026 vulnerability in qualifying for the Chinese Grand Prix, but still end up with a front-row lock-out to underline their superiority over the field at the start of this season.

George Russell leads Kimi Antonelli to a Mercedes one-two in the only practice session at the Chinese Grand Prix before the sprint weekend starts to unfold.

George Russell leads team-mate Kimi Antonelli as Mercedes dominate qualifying for the sprint race at the Chinese Grand Prix.