Formula 1

The details of the Ferrari SF-26 have confirmed some of the emergent design trends of cars under the new regulations. But there are key differences with the Mercedes W17 launched the previous day and further differences from the Alpine A526, which made its shakedown run at Silverstone as the Ferrari drivers were lapping Fiorano.

Lawrence Barretto recalls his day at Fiorano as Ferrari's SF-26 hit the track for the first time.

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Lewis Hamilton has admitted that he is “massively excited” to get the 2026 season underway, having had his first taste of Ferrari’s new car following its launch.

Ferrari have confirmed that they are not intending to run during the opening day of the upcoming Barcelona Shakedown.

Flavio Briatore has outlined his high expectations for Alpine in 2026, explaining that "this year is not for excuses" after they discounted last season in order to capitalise on the new regulations.

Lewis Hamilton has detailed the key adaptations drivers will have to make in order to extract performance from the new 2026 cars, which present a “massive challenge” in the form of a redesigned power unit and aerodynamic changes.

Williams have announced that they will not take part in the upcoming Barcelona Shakedown, explaining that they are pursuing "maximum car performance" for 2026.

Ferrari have completed the very first laps with their new F1 challenger, the SF-26.

As a busy launch season continues, Alpine have revealed their A526 car to the world.

Alpine have become the latest team to host their launch event ahead of the 2026 campaign.

Ferrari continued a rapid run of pre-season car launches by presenting their new F1 design, the SF-26, on Friday.

Ferrari have pulled the wraps off their latest Formula 1 car ahead of the 2026 season.

Racing Bulls have announced the appointment of experienced aerodynamicist Dan Fallows as their new Technical Director, adding to the squad’s technical leadership group.

Audi have announced the launch of their Driver Development Programme ahead of the manufacturer’s first season as a works outfit in Formula 1, with the initiative set to be directed by former F1 driver Allan McNish.

Mercedes' 2026 car made its on-track debut at Silverstone at the hands of George Russell and Kimi Antonelli, completing its first laps of the year as part of a filming day.

A busy day for Formula 1 fans as both Ferrari and Alpine share details of their 2026 machines, the SF-26 and the Mercedes-powered A526 respectively.

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