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Aston Martin gave its 2026 car its first on-track experience at the Barcelona shakedown on Thursday.
Aston Martin chief trackside officer Mike Krack described the team’s on-track debut as “emotional” due to the delays in bringing the car to the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya for the pre-season shakedown event. The car, driven by Lance Stroll, finally hit the track towards the end of testing day. This year’s Aston Martin challenger is significant as it’s the first designed by Adrian Newey, a respected figure in Formula 1 design. The car’s debut caught attention for its features, marking a proud moment for the team after a lot of hard work. Despite a brief halt on the track after just four laps, the team is gearing up for more testing in Barcelona before heading to Bahrain. Krack acknowledged the relentless nature of F1 but expressed excitement for the challenges ahead.
