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Frequently asked
Who's the form driver of 2026?
Form swings race-to-race — we track it in our weekly F1 coverage rather than locking in a single answer.
Which golfer is most likely to win a major in 2026?
We break down the favourites in our majors previews. The short answer: anyone in the world top 15 with current form.