CANADIAN GRAND PRIX - FP1 | FRI, MAY 22, 4:30 PM
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Lewis Hamilton says helping develop Ferrari’s SF-26 in the simulator has put his “DNA” into the 2026 car after a winless, confidence-sapping 2025—raising hopes that new regulations and a personal reset can finally unlock Ferrari’s potential.
Sebastian Vettel says a 24 Hours of Le Mans entry with Max Verstappen is a real, long-discussed plan—but calendar clashes and the need for a race-winning team mean the earliest realistic window may be 2027 or later.
Ferrari surprises rivals at Bahrain testing with its ingenious FTM exhaust wing—a clever regulatory interpretation that exploits the beam wing ban, boosts rear aero performance, and could shape early 2026 competitiveness.
Mercedes top Day 1 of the second round of tests in Bahrain as new 2026 F1 regulations debut with Active Aero and major technical shifts.
Ferrari dominates Bahrain F1 2026 test with Leclerc shining while Red Bull and Cadillac face reliability issues.
Charles Leclerc says he’s “finding the fun in a different way” with 2026 F1 cars, embracing the technical challenge of new hybrid systems, lighter chassis behavior, and the likely early-season chaos from major regulation changes.
Ferrari heads into week two of Bahrain testing with a fresh power unit, reinforced gearbox, and a major aerodynamic upgrade package—building on strong reliability and targeting sharper starts and stronger performance ahead of Melbourne.
Aston Martin’s 2026 F1 plans face a major setback as their first in-house gearbox may require a six-month rebuild to meet new 2026 powertrain demands, risking the first half of the season despite Adrian Newey’s arrival.
Barcelona confirms its Formula 1 future through 2032 via a rotation deal with Spa-Francorchamps, backed by major circuit upgrades and significant economic impact for Catalonia.
