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F1 Testing 2026: Barcelona schedule and how to follow on TV
The 2026 F1 testing in Barcelona is about to begin with five days of action on track showcasing the new regulations bringing a seismic shake-up on the grid.
Ten out of the 11 teams will be participating in the Circuit de Catalunya, including the Mercedes team amidst ongoing rumors.
The Barcelona testing schedule runs from January 26 to January 30 with two sessions daily – morning session starting at 0900 and afternoon session beginning at 1400 local time.
Fans can catch up on the action through nightly TV highlights, featuring Ted Kravitz, provided by Sky Sports in the UK.
Notably, Williams and McLaren will not be present on the first day of testing, with Williams conducting a VTT program instead to prepare for Bahrain.
Overall, fans can expect an exciting testing period with the anticipation surrounding the new 2026 cars and driver lineups.
