Team Upgrades
F1 teams gear up for final Bahrain preseason test
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Formula 1 teams are set for the second and final week of preseason testing at the Bahrain International Circuit, starting Wednesday, ahead of the 2026 season opener in Australia. With just three days left, squads focus on ironing out issues with new engines and aerodynamics while navigating an engine regulation controversy. Upgrades from multiple teams, including Ferrari's major package, will debut as relative performance becomes clearer.
Red Bull and McLaren significantly narrowed the gap to Mercedes at the 2026 Miami Grand Prix through major upgrades. Ferrari's extensive updates delivered limited results. Kimi Antonelli secured victory for Mercedes, matching his Japan win.
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The 2026 Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, round four and a sprint weekend at the Miami International Autodrome, follows cancellations of the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian races due to Middle Eastern conflict, capping a five-week break since Japan. Teams roll out major upgrades amid FIA regulation tweaks after early-season drama.