FIA and Formula 1 are today announcing the 2026 pre-season testing dates. In 2026 there will be three tests:

• Test one will be a private test and will take place at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya between 26 -30 January.
• Test two will take place at the Bahrain international Circuit between 11-13 February.
• Test three will take place at the Bahrain international Circuit between 18–20 February.

We can also confirm that following a request from the Azerbaijan promoter and relevant government stakeholders, FIA and Formula 1 have agreed to move the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix from Sunday 27th September to Saturday 26th to accommodate a national day. All the F1 teams have been informed of this change, which will mean each day of the event will move one day earlier.