Pre-season Testing
Williams F1 partners with Wilkinson Sword ahead of 2026 season
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The Williams Formula 1 team has announced a new partnership with British brand Wilkinson Sword, designating it as the official men's grooming partner for the 2026 season. The deal will feature prominent branding on the upcoming FW48 car and drivers' gear. This collaboration comes as Williams prepares for the car's launch on February 3, amid ongoing preparations for the new regulations.
Mercedes kicked off the 2026 Formula 1 pre-season strongly at the Barcelona shakedown, with rookie Andrea Kimi Antonelli completing a full race simulation on his second day in the W17 car. The team accumulated 334 laps over two days without major issues, gathering valuable data. Drivers George Russell and Antonelli topped unofficial timesheets, signaling reliability for the new power unit.
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Williams Formula 1 team missed the Barcelona shakedown for its 2026 car due to production delays but has passed all necessary crash tests and plans to test in Bahrain. Team principal James Vowles described the decision as incredibly painful yet necessary to avoid risks to spare parts and early-season preparations. He dismissed rumors of a significantly overweight chassis as mere media murmurings.