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Seven things we learned from day two of F1 2026’s final pre-season test
The penultimate day of Formula 1 2026 pre-season testing showcased Ferrari’s eye-catching technical innovations, race start practice insights, and struggles for 2026’s most troubled team.
Ferrari surprised everyone with their unique technical innovations, debuting a radical ‘upside down’ rear wing on the final pre-season Bahrain test day.
The rear wing’s unconventional design, approved by the FIA, left many teams scrambling back at their factories to evaluate its potential impact on performance.
While Ferrari’s innovation raised eyebrows, team boss Vasseur hinted that unseen developments could be the true game-changers.
Race start practice unveiled Ferrari’s strong engine concept, with Hamilton showing exceptional performance off the line, possibly giving them a competitive edge.
Despite Ferrari’s strides, Aston Martin’s lack of pace and reliability paint a challenging picture for the team in the 2026 season, currently facing off against Cadillac as their main rival.
