The 2026 F1 Barcelona Pre-Season Test Day 4 Morning Results: A Productive Start
The morning session of the fourth day of the Barcelona shakedown has been a productive one for Mercedes, with Kimi Antonelli leading the way. Antonelli completed almost 90 laps, setting the fastest lap time of 1:17.081. This performance showcases Mercedes' strong showing in the pre-season testing.
Lewis Hamilton, back in action for Ferrari, also impressed with nearly 90 laps under his belt. He trailed Oscar Piastri in the McLaren by 1.338 seconds, but was ahead of Liam Lawson and Sergio Perez. The session saw only five cars on the track, indicating a controlled and efficient testing environment.
Aston Martin is expected to join the action later today with Lance Stroll, adding to the excitement. The results from the morning are as follows:
- Kimi Antonelli (Mercedes) - 1:17.081, 90 laps
- Oscar Piastri (McLaren) - 1:18.419, 48 laps
- Lewis Hamilton (Ferrari) - 1:18.552, 87 laps
- Liam Lawson (Racing Bulls) - 1:19.823, 64 laps
- Sergio Perez (Cadillac) - 1:20.291, 38 laps
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Note: The results and schedule information are subject to change as the pre-season testing progresses.
