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Why rain is a growing concern for teams early in the 2026 F1 season

Safety concerns have led to changes in Formula 1's starting procedures for the 2026 season, and to a lower cap on the amount of energy which can be harvested on straights.

But there are also worries emerging about how the new cars will perform in the wet, since very few teams have engaged in any meaningful running in low-grip conditions.

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