Mercedes introduced the new W16

Helmut Marko: Newey is a big fan of Verstappen Helmut Marko, Red Bull's motorsport consultant, said he sees nothing surprising in Aston Martin's interest in Max Verstappen. According to the Austrian specialist, the initiative to invite Verstappen comes from Adrian Newey. Pierre Gasly: We have a new team spirit. Pierre Gasly is confident that team advisor Flavio Briatore and team leader Oliver Oakes will lead the Alpine team to success.… Haas F1 racers will share the test program Haas F1 has announced the schedule of the drivers for the winter tests in Bahrain. Antonelli will be the first to drive a Mercedes in the tests The Mercedes team has published the schedule of the drivers for the pre-season tests, which will be held in Bahrain from February 26 to 28. F2: Arvid Lindblad led the protocol of the first day of tests Three-day Formula 2 pre-season tests have started in Barcelona, Spain. Arvid Lindblad showed the best time, completing a lap in the afternoon session in 1:24.415 seconds. Alonso: I do not know what Hamilton will be able to give Ferrari. Adrian Newey will start working at Aston Martin next week. Team driver Fernando Alonso believes that the renowned engineer will have a greater impact on Aston Martin than Lewis Hamilton on Ferrari.