McLaren to Skip First Day of F1 Barcelona Test

McLaren will not participate in the first day of Formula 1’s private test in Barcelona, prioritizing development time for its new MCL40 model. Meanwhile, Audi, Cadillac, Racing Bulls, and Alpine have all completed private shakedowns for their 2026 models to gather initial performance data. This testing week in Barcelona is set to commence on the 26th. The strategic decisions highlight the teams’ varying approaches to preparation ahead of the new season.

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