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Stella suggests Ferrari and Mercedes lead early 2026 pecking order
McLaren team principal Andrea Stella says the opening three‑day pre‑season test has offered encouraging signs for his own team — but early performance indicators point to Ferrari and Mercedes emerging as the strongest outfits heading into the 2026 Formula 1 season. Speaking after the conclusion of the Bahrain test, Stella balanced optimism about McLaren’s progress with a realistic assessment of the competitive landscape. Before addressing the pecking order, Stella highlighted the value of the mileage McLaren achieved with its radically new 2026 car. “Before we look at the pecking order, I have to say that this test so far has been extremely positive in terms of the mileage that...
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