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The F1 2026 season is officially underway!

This week, the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya hosts the first pre-season test of the season.

Held behind closed doors, there is no broadcast or timings of the outing available, however we will do our best to bring you all of the information from the test as possible.

The F1 regulations have received a major shake-up this year, meaning the cars are likely to be driven in a much different fashion than usual.

But what clues from the season will emerge from the first test? We may soon find out!

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