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Antonelli compares F1 2026 racing to speed chess
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Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli has described the tactical demands of Formula 1's 2026 regulations as akin to 'speed chess,' emphasizing energy management in battles. Speaking at the team's launch, the 19-year-old highlighted the need for creativity and foresight with new tools like Boost Mode replacing DRS. He believes younger drivers may adapt quickly to the reset.
Williams Racing has secured Barclays as its official banking partner ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season, marking the British bank's entry into the sport. This comes as Spanish bank Santander ends its team sponsorship after one year. The new deal coincides with the unveiling of Williams' FW48 car on February 3, 2026.
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Aston Martin encountered a significant setback in developing its 2026 Formula 1 car, the AMR26, due to a four-month delay in starting wind tunnel testing. Adrian Newey, the team's managing technical partner, revealed that the program began in mid-April 2025, later than rivals who commenced in January. This compression affected preparations for the recent Barcelona shakedown.
Formula 1 drivers have shared their first impressions after the Barcelona shakedown of the 2026 cars, highlighting both challenges and excitements in the new regulations. Key aspects include energy management issues, handling differences, and powerful acceleration. While some features like active aerodynamics fell short of expectations, the cars still feel like high-performance racers.
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Fernando Alonso has shared his excitement after taking the new Aston Martin AMR26 for its first laps during the Barcelona Shakedown. The Spaniard highlighted the significant impact of designer Adrian Newey on the team. He described the experience as special amid major changes for the squad ahead of the 2026 season.
George Russell expressed optimism about Mercedes' new 2026 Formula 1 car following a positive Barcelona shakedown, describing it as not a 'turd' but cautioning that it's too early to predict championship success. The British driver, favored for the title after a strong 2025 season, highlighted the challenges of the new regulations while praising rivals like Red Bull. Team principal Toto Wolff echoed the tempered expectations, emphasizing the need for proven performance.
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Mercedes Formula 1 Team has signed 22-year-old Paraguayan driver Joshua Duerksen as a development driver for the 2026 season. Duerksen, who has competed in FIA Formula 2 for the past two years, will continue racing with Invicta Racing while supporting Mercedes through simulator work and testing. This move bolsters Mercedes' young talent program alongside Doriane Pin.
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