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February 23, 2026

Mercedes magic and Ferrari’s rapid starts: what we learned from F1 testing

George Russell has been purring in a balanced car in pre-season while Aston Martin are still hunting for power

Mercedes magic and Ferrari’s rapid starts: what we learned from F1 testing

TL;DR

  • Mercedes appears strong with a balanced and reliable car, completing the most laps.
  • Ferrari's cars achieved rapid starts due to a new turbocharger design.
  • Aston Martin struggled significantly with power and reliability issues, completing the fewest laps.
  • New regulations concerning energy management have raised concerns among drivers, particularly Max Verstappen.
  • Cadillac, the newest F1 team, performed well in testing, completing all tests and accumulating impressive mileage.
  • The midfield appears tightly contested, with Haas showing significant improvement and Alpine making a positive start.

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