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Ferrari prepare F1 fans for 2026 launch as key date announced
Ferrari announced their 2026 car launch date following significant rule changes in F1, with just three days before pre-season testing in Barcelona starting on January 23. Team principal Fred Vasseur describes their late launch strategy as ‘aggressive’, aiming to improve on their fourth-place finish in the constructors’ championship with drivers Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton. Ferrari’s approach to delaying car assembly until the last minute is seen as aggressive, with the team set to finish building their car on January 22, the day before the launch. Despite their aggressive strategy, Ferrari anticipates that other teams will also adopt similar last-minute approaches in the upcoming season. With the F1 world eagerly awaiting the upcoming changes, the stage is set for an exciting and competitive 2026 season.
