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McLaren breaks silence on shocking Barcelona F1 test delay: what’s behind the hold-up?

James Taylor by James Taylor
January 27, 2026
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McLaren breaks silence on shocking Barcelona F1 test delay: what’s behind the hold-up?

McLaren’s Bold Strategy: Delayed Barcelona F1 Test Sparks Controversy!

In a dramatic twist at the Barcelona pre-season F1 test, McLaren has confirmed it will finally hit the track over the last three days of a gripping five-day event. Team principal Andrea Stella had previously announced plans for a filming day to kick off the proceedings, allowing for a modest 200 kilometers of running. However, while competitors like Mercedes and Haas were racking up an impressive 154 laps each on the opening day, McLaren remained conspicuously silent on the asphalt.

The tension escalated on Tuesday as rain swept through the Circuit de Catalunya, forcing McLaren to keep its highly anticipated MCL40—debuting in an interim test livery—under wraps. The forecast continues to threaten showers on Wednesday, but the team has vowed to finally launch its much-anticipated program, despite the initial delays.

So, what’s behind this unusual strategy? McLaren has explained that the delay was a calculated decision amidst the ongoing track testing for the 2026 season, where limited running time is a critical factor. “With track testing for the 2026 season underway and the permitted running time limited to three days over a five-day period, McLaren has approached this week’s Barcelona shakedown utilizing the full flexibility of the programme,” the team stated. This approach hints at a meticulous preparation, as the opening days offered a vital chance to assemble and thoroughly check the car before unleashing it on the track.

As anticipation brews, fans are left on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the announcement of which driver—Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri—will be the first to take the wheel and ignite McLaren’s season aspirations. With the clock ticking and the pressure mounting, can McLaren turn this strategic delay into a masterstroke, or will it cost them precious time in the chase for glory? Stay tuned as the situation unfolds in Barcelona!

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