This is The Athletic’s F1 newsletter. Sign up here to receive Prime Tire directly in your inbox twice a week during the season and weekly in the offseason. Welcome back to Prime Tire, where today it’s time to take stock of this season’s Formula 1 during the brief pause between Rounds 2 and 3.

Audi team principal Jonathan Wheatley is reportedly set to join a rival team after his exit was officially confirmed. On Friday, rumours circulated that Wheatley would leave Audi with immediate effect and the 58-year-old's departure was officially confirmed via a statement on Friday afternoon.

Last weekend's Chinese Grand Prix, saw seven cars either not start the race, or retire from the race. Audi Team Principal, Jonathan Wheatley, gave his thoughts on whether the new technical regulations are 'too complicated'.

Audi team boss recaps an up-and-down start to the season with a points finish and two missed starts, as Formula 1's latest power unit manufacturer struggles for reliability

Audi looks to bridge the gap between the paddock and the driveway, eyeing limited-run RS models with driver-tuned dynamics

Audi has officially unveiled the R26, its first Formula 1 race car, ahead of the 2026 season. The new single seater marks the start of Audi’s long planned F1 entry and pairs the brand’s in house hybrid power unit with a lineup led by Nico Hülkenberg and Gabriel Bortoleto.

Gabriel Bortoleto, new to Audi F1, is thrilled by the huge fan turnout at his debut, highlighting strong support and team spirit. Bortoleto has a bright future.

The first 2026 weekend of F1 Academy has ended with Emma Felbermayr claiming a convincing maiden victory during Race 2