F1’s 2026 lineup unveiled, fans laugh at Photoshop mishaps

Formula 1 has lifted the curtain on its Class of 2026 , giving fans a first glimpse of the season ahead. At the center stands Lando Norris , defending champion, surrounded by legends Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, Oscar Piastri, Kimi Antonelli, George Russell , and Charles Leclerc , who is slightly apart from the trophy. Adding fresh energy are Red Bull rookie Isack Hadjar and 18-year-old Arvid Lindblad , who is half-Indian , marking the arrival of a new generation.

This season also sees Cadillac making its F1 debut . While the team is new, it fields experienced drivers like Sergio Perez and Valtteri Bottas , combining proven talent with a fresh challenge. Teams are adapting to new technical rules focusing on active aerodynamics and sustainable fuels , ensuring high-stakes competition right from the start.

But it wasn’t just the lineup that made headlines. The group photo quickly went viral for all the wrong reasons. Fans spotted awkward lighting, oddly scaled rookies, and digitally blended placements , sparking a flurry of memes. One popular tweet quipped, “They really ran out of budget for the 2026 pic.” Despite the jokes, the image perfectly captures the buzz and anticipation surrounding the season.

Pre-season testing in Bahrain is underway, setting the stage for thrilling rivalries, rookie debuts, and high-speed action. With a mix of seasoned champions and ambitious newcomers, F1 2026 promises drama both on and off the track, sometimes faster than the cars themselves.