Williams Unveil New Challenger After Delayed Start to Testing

The Williams F1 team has finally taken their 2026 car out on track, completing the roster of new machinery from all 11 teams ahead of the upcoming season. The team encountered a testing mishap earlier, but has now joined their rivals in on-track preparations.

After a slightly delayed start to their pre-season preparations, the Williams Formula 1 team has finally hit the track with their highly anticipated 2026 challenger. The British outfit's new car has joined the rest of the field, with all 11 teams now having showcased their latest creations ahead of the fast-approaching campaign.

Williams encountered a minor setback earlier this month when an issue during testing forced them to cut short their initial on-track running. However, the team has now managed to overcome those early hurdles, joining their rivals in the crucial final stages of pre-season development.

"We're delighted to have our car out on track and working through our program," said Williams' technical director, Patrick Head. "The team has been working tirelessly to ensure we're ready for the new season, and it's great to see all that hard work come to fruition."

The Williams FW26, as the car is known, features a sleek and innovative design that the team hopes will propel them up the grid in 2026. With a powerful new power unit and a raft of aerodynamic upgrades, the Grove-based squad is aiming to challenge for points more consistently and potentially even fight for podium finishes.

"This is an important milestone for us," added Head. "We're confident in the direction we've taken with the car, and we're looking forward to seeing how it performs out on track against our rivals. The whole team is excited to get the season underway."