Ferrari is wasting no time during Formula 1’s unexpected spring hiatus. With the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix cancelled, the Scuderia has reorganized its schedule to make the most of the month‑long break, combining simulator development with two key on‑track sessions that will support both the 2025 and 2026 programmes.f
TPC Testing at Mugello with Ferrari’s Development Drivers
The first commitment comes immediately. On Wednesday, Ferrari’s test team will take to the Mugello circuit for two days of TPC (Testing of Previous Cars) running. Unlike race weekends, the SF‑25—not the current SF‑26—will be the car in action, as permitted by the updated FIA regulations for 2026.
With the shift to the new “agile” car philosophy, the FIA has relaxed the TPC rules: teams may now use last year’s chassis rather than cars at least two seasons old. This gives Ferrari a far more relevant platform for driver training and correlation work.
The Mugello outing will be handled entirely by the Scuderia’s development trio: Antonio Giovinazzi, Antonio Fuoco, and Arthur Leclerc. All three play a central role in simulator operations, and the track time offers valuable physical preparation as well as an opportunity to refine the link between virtual and real‑world data.
Monza filming day Set for late April
Ferrari’s second on‑track appearance will take place later in the month at Monza, where the team is expected to conduct its second filming day with the SF‑26. According to internal sources, the target date is Tuesday, 21 April.
The choice of Monza is strategic. Although filming days are limited to 200 km and primarily intended for promotional footage, they remain an important technical tool—especially under the 2026 regulations, where energy recovery and deployment are among the most delicate performance variables. The “Temple of Speed” is one of the toughest circuits for hybrid energy management, making it an ideal venue to evaluate progress.
Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton will share driving duties, giving Ferrari’s race drivers a chance to assess the latest aerodynamic and hybrid updates. The session will also feature the now‑famous “Macarena” rear wing, part of the aerodynamic package scheduled to debut at the Miami Grand Prix when the championship resumes on 3 May.
Pirelli wet‑tyre test at Fiorano also on the calendar
Ferrari’s April workload does not end there. On 9–10 April, the team will host Pirelli at Fiorano for a wet‑tyre development test—another session previously postponed due to calendar disruptions. This will allow the tyre supplier to continue its 2027 wet‑weather programme while giving Ferrari additional running on its home track.
