Charles Leclerc celebrates a major social media milestone as his YouTube channel crosses 1 million subscribers, just as Ferrari launches its 2026 SF-26 challenger.
Red Bull’s Isack Hadjar topped the timing sheets on the first day of F1’s private Barcelona shakedown, while Haas dominated the mileage charts with 154 laps. The session focused on reliability, with Audi and Cadillac facing early technical issues as Ferrari and McLaren prepare to join the track.
Isack Hadjar set the pace on day one in Barcelona, while Aston Martin confirmed a delayed start. Mercedes and Haas showed promising early pace with their 2026 challengers.
Mercedes leads early praise as 2026 F1 cars hit the track in Barcelona, with drivers noting significant changes in handling and electric power deployment.
Gary Anderson breaks down Red Bull's 2026 mule car, noting slim sidepods and a diffuser design that utilizes high-energy airflow, suggesting the team is aggressively exploiting new technical regulations.
Kimi Antonelli praised Mercedes' new power unit after testing the W17 in Barcelona. The team completed 148 laps, signaling a strong start to the new regulatory era.
Mercedes begins 2026 testing with a reliable start in Barcelona, logging 151 laps with the new W17 as Antonelli and Russell focus on data collection.
The 2026 F1 shakedown test began in Barcelona with Haas leading the lap count. Mercedes showed strong reliability, while Audi and Cadillac faced significant technical issues on day one.
Isack Hadjar completed a productive first day in Red Bull's RB22, setting the unofficial fastest time with the team's new in-house engine. The Frenchman praised the car's drivability and reliability despite initial concerns.
Isack Hadjar topped the timesheets for Red Bull on the first day of F1 2026 testing in Barcelona, while Ferrari, McLaren, and Aston Martin were absent.
Isack Hadjar set the pace on the opening day of 2026 pre-season testing in Barcelona, while Sergio Perez completed his first laps for Cadillac.
Valtteri Bottas reported technical "issues" during Cadillac's opening shakedown test in Barcelona. The team focused on data gathering and debugging as they prepare for their debut season.
