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F1 2026 Barcelona pre-season test schedule
The first pre-season test ahead of the 2026 Formula 1 season gets
underway on Monday at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. Due to
the introduction of new power unit regulations, testing is starting
earlier than usual ahead of the opening race in Melbourne. Rather
than a single three-day test, three tests will take place before
the Australian Grand Prix. The first is a behind-closed-doors
five-day test in Barcelona. While the test will run from January 26
to January 30, each team can only run on three of the five days.
McLaren and Ferrari have both already confirmed that they will not
run on the opening day, while Williams will miss the entire test
after withdrawing. Each day, the track will go live at 09:00 local
time (CET) and close at 17:00. Daylight permitting, running could
be extended by an hour. View the full schedule below. F1 2026
Barcelona pre-season test schedule
