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Two days before the official team launch, Alpine has been spotted at Silverstone circuit for the shakedown of the A526.
Alpine’s 2026 Formula 1 car, the A526, was seen doing a shakedown at Silverstone, the venue for the British Grand Prix. The Enstone-based team conducted their tests under heavy rain, with leaked videos suggesting Pierre Gasly was at the wheel. As part of the new regulations, Alpine has partnered with Mercedes for power units, with the official livery reveal planned for Friday. Despite this, leaked clips hint at the team’s traditional blue and pink design. Gasly can be seen navigating the Maggots, Becketts, and Chapel on the track, with the distinct sound of Mercedes’ new F1 engine. To see the leaked footage, check it out below.
