Shakedown
Williams FW48 completes first track shakedown at Silverstone
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The Williams Formula 1 team finally rolled out its 2026 challenger, the FW48, for its debut shakedown at Silverstone after skipping last week's Barcelona test due to production delays. Drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz both took part in the promotional filming day, providing positive feedback amid minor issues to address. The team now prepares for further testing in Bahrain ahead of the new season.
Ferrari's behind-closed-doors shakedown testing in Barcelona has shown positive early signs for the team. The session encountered only a few minor issues, indicating a solid start to preparations. Team principal Fred Vasseur emphasized the long road ahead to the season opener in Melbourne.
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Seven-time Formula 1 world champion Lewis Hamilton has expressed approval for the new generation of F1 cars, describing them as more enjoyable to drive than previous eras. During the Barcelona shakedown for the 2026 regulations, he tested Ferrari's SF-26 and set an unofficial fastest lap. Hamilton highlighted the cars' forgiving nature compared to the unstable ground-effect models of 2022-25.