F1 Shakedown
Aston Martin completes first full day of 2026 F1 shakedown in Barcelona
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Aston Martin finally put its new AMR26 through a proper test during the Barcelona shakedown, with Fernando Alonso logging 61 laps on the final day after an initial setback. The team arrived late but expressed pride in overcoming major changes, including a new Honda partnership and in-house gearbox. Adrian Newey's influence motivated the squad amid the debut of his first design for the team.
Red Bull's new driver Isack Hadjar crashed during a wet session at the Barcelona Formula 1 shakedown, attributing the incident to switching tyre compounds. The accident caused significant damage to the RB22 car, but the team recovered to complete further testing. Team principal Laurent Mekies praised the mechanics' efforts and highlighted the learning opportunities gained.
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Audi's debut in the 2026 Formula 1 shakedown at Barcelona has been marked by reliability challenges, but technical director James Key insists they are all fixable. Drivers across teams are adjusting to the new regulations, including active aerodynamics and increased electrical power management. Lando Norris described running with the number 1 on his McLaren as a surreal experience during the productive session.