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Audi’s groundbreaking R26 prepares for F1 debut: Gabriel Bortoleto reveals crucial insights

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
January 27, 2026
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Audi’s groundbreaking R26 prepares for F1 debut: Gabriel Bortoleto reveals crucial insights

Audi’s Formula 1 Dream: Gabriel Bortoleto Reveals Critical Steps as the Team Prepares to Conquer Australia!

In an electrifying lead-up to the highly anticipated Formula 1 season opener in Australia, Audi is leaving no stone unturned in their quest for glory! Gabriel Bortoleto, the promising Brazilian driver, has pulled back the curtain on the meticulous preparations underway as the team gears up for its debut with the R26 – a car that embodies a new era in F1 racing.

During the initial day of pre-season testing in Barcelona, Audi unleashed the R26, marking a significant milestone as the brand’s first-ever foray into Formula 1. With the introduction of a fresh set of regulations, the stakes are higher than ever, and all teams are bracing for the technical challenges ahead. Bortoleto’s insights reveal a blend of excitement and caution, as he reflects on the team’s early efforts and the inevitable hurdles they face.

“Today felt a bit short, but we managed to make some decent progress in the morning,” Bortoleto stated, exuding a sense of determination. “We were able to test various components and gather valuable data.” However, he quickly added a dose of reality: “As expected, this shakedown is a double-edged sword. We anticipate uncovering issues that need addressing.”

The day was not without its dramas. An anomaly in the R26 forced a temporary halt, leaving the team scrambling to analyze the implications of this setback. “Unfortunately, the stoppage came too soon, and we couldn’t implement everything we wanted to continue our tests,” Bortoleto conceded. “But we are committed to dissecting the data and ensuring that we eliminate these issues going forward.”

With Mattia Binotto and the Audi crew poring over the telemetry, the focus is firmly on achieving reliability and performance ahead of the race in Australia. “We know that we need laps on the board,” Bortoleto emphasized. “Every lap counts. Our priority is to put in the miles and fine-tune the car for peak performance. We’re on the right path, and with continued effort, we will be ready for the challenge.”

As the countdown to the season opener ticks on, all eyes are on Audi and their revolutionary R26. Will they rise to the occasion and make history in their debut season? With Bortoleto at the helm and a committed team behind him, the stage is set for an exhilarating showdown. Stay tuned as we follow Audi’s journey and witness their ambitions unfold in the cutthroat world of Formula 1!

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