F1 Qualifying Shake-Up: Cadillac's 2026 Entry Changes Rules, More Drivers Eliminated

• F1 qualifying format evolves for 2026 with 11 teams and 22 cars, including new entrant Cadillac.
• Q1 and Q2 will now eliminate 6 drivers each (up from 5) due to the increased grid size.
• The three-session knockout format (Q1, Q2, Q3) remains, culminating in a top 10 shootout for pole.
• Parc fermé rules apply from qualifying, preventing major car setup changes and ensuring a pit lane start for violations.
• Drivers have free tyre choice for the race, removing previous restrictions tied to Q2 performance.

Why It Matters: Cadillac's 2026 F1 entry tightens qualifying, eliminating more drivers in early sessions.