Live Updates from F1 Japanese GP: Race Times, Stream, and Results
The opening stages on March 29, 2026 delivered heavy drama and tight battles. Key incidents reshaped the running order and prompted a medical response.
Mid-race developments
Antonelli held a clear lead by lap 31. He led Piastri by 2.8 seconds, with Piastri a further second ahead of Hamilton.
At the restart on lap 28, Hamilton moved into third place. He passed his former teammate on the home straight.
Position swings involving Russell and Leclerc
Russell struggled through the middle of the race. By lap 36 he could not make progress on Hamilton.
On lap 38 Russell ran low on usable energy into 130R. Leclerc capitalised and moved ahead of him.
Leclerc then climbed to third on lap 42, overtaking Hamilton down the home straight. A lap later Russell fought back.
On lap 43 Russell used the outside line at turn 2 to pass Hamilton. He returned to fourth place.
Safety car and incident report
A crash involving Ollie Bearman brought out the safety car around lap 27. Marshals cleared the car and the safety car later withdrew.
Bearman status
Bearman, 20, walked away from his car but was limping. He was taken to the medical centre for assessment.
Haas reported the impact measured about 50G. X-rays revealed no fractures. The team confirmed a right knee contusion.
Standings snapshot
At around lap 31 the running order listed the top ten as follows.
- Antonelli
- Piastri
- Hamilton
- Russell
- Leclerc
- Norris
- Gasly
- Verstappen
- Lawson
- Ocon
Team reactions
Russell voiced frustration over team radio, calling the situation unlucky over two races. Team principal Toto Wolff acknowledged the bad luck and urged recovery.
Filmogaz.com provided continuous coverage and Live Updates from F1 Japanese GP: Race Times, Stream, and Results during the weekend. The running order and medical updates were included in the live feed.
