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?
Planet F1

Why F1 should rethink closed-door policy for 2026 secret shakedown test

F1’s first test of the new regulation cycle is set to take place behind closed doors at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in January. Three pre-season tests are planned ahead of the first season of ...
Sportskeeda

Colton Herta's McLaren F1 test makes Mario Andretti prioritize him for Cadillac F1 seat

IndyCar and F1 legend Mario Andretti, the director of the Cadillac F1 team, has declared IndyCar star Colton Herta as the top candidate for one of the team's 2026 seats. The American youngster's ...
Sportskeeda

Russian Oligarch's mysterious appearance in the F1 paddock during the pre-season test turns heads

Russian oligarch Dmitry Mazepin was spotted in the F1 paddock on Day 3 of the Bahrain pre-season test, making a surprise comeback after last being spotted in 2022. The businessman was sanctioned by ...