Sports · 31 March 2026

Bearman's 50G crash sparks 2026 F1 regulation concerns

Yu Chu Chin via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)

Oliver Bearman described his 50G crash at the Japanese Grand Prix as a “scary” moment after slamming into the barriers while avoiding another car. The Haas driver lost control after moving onto the grass during an overtake attempt. He escaped with minor injuries and was checked at the medical centre. The incident has intensified concerns over large speed differences between cars under Formula 1’s new 2026 regulations.

By BriefTea Editorial · 31 March 2026 at 10:59

Reported by Formula1.com · How we write briefs