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Max Verstappen returns to Barcelona testing: can Red Bull reclaim lost glory?

Miguel Cunha by Miguel Cunha
January 30, 2026
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Max Verstappen returns to Barcelona testing: can Red Bull reclaim lost glory?

Red Bull Roars Back at Barcelona Test: Verstappen Seizes the Day to Make Up for Lost Time!

In a thrilling turn of events at the Barcelona 2026 F1 shakedown tests, the Red Bull Racing team has made a stunning recovery from a challenging start to their campaign. After a dramatic mishap involving rookie Isack Hadjar, who crashed on Tuesday, the team is hungry to capitalize on their final day of testing before heading to Bahrain. With the clock ticking, the stakes couldn’t be higher for the Milton Keynes squad!

The RB22 has been revamped and is ready to hit the tarmac once more, as Max Verstappen takes the wheel with a singular goal: to log as many laps as possible and regain precious time lost in the previous sessions. Having endured a rollercoaster of highs and lows, Red Bull has faced its share of obstacles. While Hadjar dazzled with an impressive performance on Monday, clocking the fastest lap of the session, the subsequent day turned disastrous. Rain marred the proceedings, and Verstappen’s opportunity to familiarize himself with this new generation of cars was cut tragically short—he managed just 27 laps before the torrential weather rolled in.

But the real drama unfolded when Hadjar lost control of his vehicle, smashing the rear end against the barriers at Turn 14, bringing Red Bull’s momentum to a screeching halt. Today, the pressure is on as Verstappen, a four-time world champion, aims to make every second count on the track. It’s a race against time as they prepare for the crucial upcoming sessions at Sakhir in February.

This final day of shakedown testing is more than just a routine lap—it’s a pivotal moment for Red Bull to gather vital data that could shape their 2026 season. As the teams scramble to perfect their machines, all eyes will be on Verstappen as he attempts to shake off the setbacks and prove that Red Bull is still a force to be reckoned with in the world of Formula 1.

Stay tuned, as the excitement builds and we witness whether Verstappen can turn the tide for Red Bull, setting the stage for a thrilling season ahead!

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