Mercedes has signed a multi-year deal with technology conglomerate Microsoft, starting from the 2026 season. Microsoft was a long-time partner of the rival Alpine squad, which it first sponsored in 2012 when the outfit was named Lotus, but has now switched allegiances as its Alpine deal ended following the 2025 campaign.

Mercedes have unveiled a new look for 2026

Bookmakers have Mercedes as an F1 2026 preseason favorite. It won dominantly with a great new engine in 2014, as these rules change again

As anticipated, Mercedes has landed a heavyweight ally for Formula 1’s next era, confirming a multi-year sponsorship deal with Microsoft.

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