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McLaren saw its first day of F1 testing in Barcelona end on a low note following a serious issue for Oscar Piastri in the new MCL40 on Thursday afternoon.
McLaren encountered a setback during the first day of Formula 1 testing in Barcelona when Oscar Piastri faced a serious issue with the new MCL40. Despite missing the first two test days, McLaren finally revealed their new challenger as they gear up for the 2026 season. Lando Norris had his turn on Wednesday, with Piastri taking over on Thursday, but technical issues hampered their progress. Piastri acknowledged the challenges of the upcoming season but remained optimistic about his experience with the new car. He expressed confidence in the team’s ability to address the fuel system problem and looked forward to making improvements ahead of the final day of testing. The focus remains on adapting to the new car and finding ways to enhance its performance for a more competitive season.
