Chinese GP Sprint Race + Qualifying Reaction | Russell Pole, Mercedes Pace, Hamilton Strong | F1 Shanghai 2026

Full reaction to a huge Saturday at the Formula 1 Chinese Grand Prix in Shanghai.In this episode of No Lift F1, we break down all the action from the Sprint Race and Grand Prix Qualifying as the 2026 season begins to take shape.George Russell delivers again for Mercedes, taking pole position for the Chinese GP after a dominant day for the Silver Arrows. Ferrari show strong pace with Lewis Hamilton fighting at the front, while McLaren stay firmly in the mix with Norris and Piastri.Meanwhile, Max Verstappen and Red Bull face another difficult session as the battle at the front tightens in the new era of Formula 1.In this episode we cover:• Full Chinese GP Sprint Race recap• Key overtakes and race moments• Grand Prix Qualifying results• Mercedes vs Ferrari pace analysis• Red Bull’s ongoing struggles• What to expect in the Chinese Grand Prix race