McLaren erwartet Vorteile für Ferrari und Red Bull durch Pirelli-Regentests vor dem Großen Preis von Kanada

24. Mai 2026

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McLaren-Teamchef Andrea Stella ist der Ansicht, dass Ferrari und Red Bull bei einem potenziell verregneten Großen Preis von Kanada im Vorteil sind, da sie Anfang des Jahres Entwicklungsfahrten von Pirelli für nasse Bedingungen absolviert haben.

Stella merkte an, dass die Tests der Teams nützliche Daten über das Verhalten der Antriebseinheit und die Reifenleistung unter Bedingungen liefern, die in dieser Saison an Rennwochenenden noch nicht zu sehen waren. Die Daten aus diesen Einheiten werden zwar unter allen Wettbewerbern geteilt, aber nur Ferrari und Red Bull entschieden sich für Fahrten bei Nässe während des Shakedowns in Barcelona im Januar.

Pirelli cancels Bahrain F1 tire test amid Middle East tensions

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Formula 1 tire supplier Pirelli has cancelled a planned two-day wet weather test at the Bahrain International Circuit due to escalating conflict in the Middle East. The decision follows retaliatory missile strikes by Iran on US military bases in the region, including one near the circuit in Bahrain. All personnel are reported safe as F1 monitors the situation ahead of upcoming races.

Stella views Ferrari and Mercedes as teams to beat after Bahrain test

McLaren team principal Andrea Stella assessed the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season testing in Bahrain, stating that Ferrari and Mercedes emerged as the leading teams. He positioned McLaren close behind, alongside Red Bull, in the competitive order. Stella highlighted the reliability and learnings from McLaren's testing program.

Wet conditions pose challenges for 2026 cars at Canadian grand prix

24. Mai 2026 Von KI berichtet

Pirelli and drivers have raised concerns about a potential wet race at the Canadian Grand Prix with the new 2026 cars. Low temperatures and the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve layout could complicate tyre performance. Additional safety measures have been implemented by the FIA.

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McLaren makes progress but eyes upgrades after Japanese GP qualifying

McLaren showed encouraging signs at the Japanese Grand Prix qualifying, with Oscar Piastri in third and Lando Norris fifth, but team principal Andrea Stella doubts a podium challenge against Ferrari. Norris faced mechanical issues limiting his practice running, leaving him playing catch-up. The session highlighted the challenges of Formula 1's new 2026 regulations.

Mercedes dominates Miami GP practice long runs as Ferrari, Red Bull close gap

1. Mai 2026 Von KI berichtet

In the 2026 F1 Miami GP's extended 90-minute practice session, Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli and George Russell led long-run averages on heavy fuel, simulating race pace. Ferrari and Red Bull showed improvements, narrowing the gap to the leaders ahead of the sprint weekend.

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