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Williams is poised not to take part in F1’s behind-closed-doors first pre-season test in Barcelona after unforeseen circumstances.
Williams is set to miss the first F1 2026 pre-season test in Barcelona next week, as reported by RacingNews365. The team has faced difficulties passing the FIA’s mandatory crash tests recently. This situation may lead to Williams not participating in the upcoming test, resulting in a loss of crucial testing days for drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz. This isn’t the first time Williams has faced testing challenges, as seen in 2019. Williams has not yet responded to requests for comments on the matter. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing situation.
