Bahrain F1 test will expose Barcelona's illusions
Barcelona proved Formula 1's radical 2026 cars can run, but only Bahrain's tests will reveal who's genuinely quick and who's in trouble
Welcome to another Motor Sport audio podcast! This month we’re joined by 1981 British Grand Prix winner John Watson.

Nigel Roebuck may not be doing his usual impressions, but John Watson certainly doesn’t sit on the fence… As always let us know what you think.
Barcelona proved Formula 1's radical 2026 cars can run, but only Bahrain's tests will reveal who's genuinely quick and who's in trouble
McLaren boss Andrea Stella says power unit mastery and continuous upgrades will separate winners from losers under new F1 rules
McLaren presented its colour scheme for the 2026 F1 season in Bahrain on Monday
Aston Martin has revealed its 2026 Formula 1 car, the first designed by Adrian Newey