Explained: How Formula 1’s first 2026 test will work — and why you can’t watch it

The F1 teams are testing their 2026 cars at the Barcelona track this week. But why is the action not open to the public?

Why is F1 testing in January and why is nobody there? First Barcelona test explained

A Formula 1 test in January, in the middle of winter, behind closed doors and with no media or fans in sight? ESPN fills you in on all you need to know ahead of Barcelona testing.

F1 Testing live: Barcelona shakedown 2026 updates, latest, highlights, video, schedule as teams test all-new cars and engines

Look back at all the updates and best video as Formula 1s all-new 2026 cars hit the track together for the first time at a five-day event in Barcelona ...
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As Formula 1 Stages Final Race, James Hinchcliffe Describes His F1 Test

James Hinchcliffe, a former IndyCar Series driver and now an analyst for FOX Sports, during his Formula 1 test with Haas F1 at Mugello, Italy. McLaren has already locked up the prized Constructors ...

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This is every 2026 Formula 1 car we’ve seen so far

Ahead of Formula 1’s first track action of 2026, teams have been gradually revealing their challengers ...
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Formula One 2026 rules will resolve cost cap engine loophole, says FIA

McLaren questioned cost cap implications of Verstappen's engine change Tombazis admits 'weakness' in current rules LAS VEGAS, Nov 21 (Reuters) - Formula One's governing body says next year's rules ...
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Ferrari starts it's Formula 1 engine, and it's alive

As a Ferrari supporter, hope has become a cautious habit over the years. Yet on Friday, that familiar surge returned when Ferrari released the first footage of its Formula 1 2026 engine firing into ...