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Verstappen detailed how his 2026 Barcelona shakedown week went on, including the early running and ensuring Red Bull are ready for the year.
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Verstappen encouraged by “positive” start for Red Bull at 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown

Shania Wallage02 mins mins

Max Verstappen believes Red Bull have made a positive start to their 2026 F1 preparations at the Barcelona shakedown, with the Dutch driver pleased by the amount of running completed during the opening phase of testing despite challenging weather conditions. Max Verstappen reflects on 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown Speaking after early on-track running, Verstappen acknowledged…

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Jin Nakamura secures pole position for the 70th New Zealand Grand Prix in the CTFROT 2026 Highlands Qualifying session.
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CTFROT | 2026 | Round 4 | Highlands | Qualifying | Nakamura claims pole position for the 70th New Zealand Grand Prix

Shania Wallage04 mins mins

With just 18 points separating Freddie Slater and Ugo Ugochukwu, everything was on the line heading into the final Qualifying session at Highlands Motorsport Park, as both drivers looked to maximise their start and secure the points needed to claim the Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) for 2026. Qualifying this weekend ran under…

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Dan Ticktum ahead of the Formula E miami E-Prix FP1
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Formula E | Miami E-Prix | FP1 | Ticktum on top as Cassidy and Da Costa make contact

Lucrezia Costa04 mins mins

It’s time for the first full time gride practice session of the Miami E-Prix, as Formula E drivers get ready to tackle on FP1. Earlier this day, the American track hosted the Rookie Free Practice, with Envision Racing’s Zak O’Sullivan leading the way. Green flag for FP1! Under the grey sky, the colourful electric challengers…

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Formula E Rookie Free Practice in Miami
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Formula E | Miami E-Prix | FP0 | O’Sullivan rockets to P1

Doris Ivandic03 mins mins

The first practice session of the weekend got underway as the rookie drivers headed onto the Miami International Autodrome. While Formula E has raced in Miami before, this marks the first time on this circuit. The Rookie Free Practice session provided young drivers with a taste of the GEN3 Evo cars before the Miami E-Prix….

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Alpine F1 Shakedown in Barcelona
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Nielsen: Alpine with “a lot to learn” following 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown as Mercedes era begins

Rachel Stephens03 mins mins

The final day of the 2026 shakedown in Barcelona saw a flurry of activity, and Alpine F1 completed an impressive 160 laps thanks to Pierre Gasly, the highest tally of any of the drivers.  Alpine’s Managing Director, Steve Nielsen, noted the “productive mileage” the team has managed to secure before heading into pre-season testing in…

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Charles Leclerc at the F1 Barcelona Shakedown for Scuderia Ferrari
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Leclerc reveals “interesting” run in dry conditions at 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown

Doris Ivandic03 mins mins

Charles Leclerc experienced his first day in normal conditions in the SF-26 at the 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown. On the fourth day of testing, but Ferrari’s second day, the Ferrari driver recorded the third-fastest time with a lap of 1:18.223. The Monegasque completed 89 laps around the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya in the dry conditions. Speaking…

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Mike Krack on Aston Martin's 2026 F1 Barcelona Shakedown Day 1
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Krack on Aston Martin’s huge effort to make 2026 F1 Barcelona Shakedown

Antonina Jaromin05 mins mins

After missing the opening three days of the 2026 F1 Barcelona Shakedown, Aston Martin’s AMR26 finally appeared on track with Chief Trackside Officer Mike Krack calling it an ’emotional’ milestone. Mike Krack on first steps for Aston Martin at 2026 F1 Barcelona shakedown Lance Stroll took on the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on Thursday afternoon, completing…

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Freddie Slater wins at Highlands in 2026 CTFROT after Teretonga rescheduled, cutting Ugochukwu’s lead ahead of the New Zealand Grand Prix.
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CTFROT | 2026 | Round 3 | Rescheduled Teretonga Race 3 at Highlands | Title battle tightens as Slater delivers commanding victory

Karishma Persad04 mins mins

Freddie Slater kept his record of championship success firmly intact with a commanding victory in the rescheduled Teretonga Race 3 on Friday evening at Highlands Motorsport Park, the final venue of the 2026 Castrol Toyota Formula Regional Oceania Trophy (CTFROT) From pole position, the M2 Competition driver controlled the 16-lap contest from lights to flag….

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