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Racing Bulls rookie Arvid Lindblad spun into the gravel trap on Day 1 of the team’s pre-Formula 1 shakedown at the Imola circuit.
Racing Bulls rookie Arvid Lindblad spun into the gravel trap on Day 1 of the team’s pre-Formula 1 shakedown at the Imola circuit, disrupting his running for the day.
Lindblad, who is set to make his F1 debut with the Faenza-based squad this season, encountered slippery track conditions following team-mate Liam Lawson’s installation lap.
Despite the unfortunate incident, the VCARB 03 car suffered minimal damage and was retrieved back to the pits for assessment and any necessary repairs.
The team now faces the task of preparing the car for Day 2, which will see the Racing Bulls continue their testing program with specific non-race Pirelli tyres for 200 kilometres under the ‘filming day’ rule.
The scheduled short test day follows the team’s decision to run under the allocated ‘demonstration event’ day rule, which allows for 15 kilometres of running.
For more insights and images of the Racing Bulls VCARB 03, visit the article and gallery showcasing the 2026 F1 liveries by Red Bull and Racing Bulls.
